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US bill #S1890 • Last Action 12/20/2024
Malheur Community Empowerment for the Owyhee Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Malheur Community Empowerment for the Owyhee Act, would establish the Malheur County Grazing Management Program to provide increased operational flexibility to authorized grazing permittees and lessees on federal land in Malheur County, Oregon, in order to improve the long-term ecological health of the land. The bill would also establish the Malheur C.E.O. Group, a collaborative group to assist in carrying out the program and propose eligible restoration and management projects for federal and non-federal land and water in the county. Additionally, the bill would designate over 1.1 million acres of federal land in the county as new wilderness areas and transfer certain land to be held in trust for the Burns Paiute Tribe, while establishing a co-stewardship area with the Tribe.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To provide for the establishment of a land health management program on Federal land in Malheur County, Oregon, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 06/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 2 : Ron Wyden (D)*, Jeff Merkley (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 12/21/2024
• Last Action: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Voice Vote.
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TN bill #SB0016 • Last Action 12/20/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to interscholastic athletics.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits public schools in Tennessee from using public funds to join or maintain membership in an association that regulates interscholastic athletics if that association prohibits a student from participating in athletic competitions due to the student transferring schools no more than once. The bill also requires any association that regulates interscholastic athletics in Tennessee to comply with open meetings laws, with some exceptions for discussing confidential student information. Additionally, the bill requires annual audits of these athletic associations by the state comptroller, and repeals several existing provisions related to interscholastic athletics in Tennessee. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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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: 2 : Joey Hensley (R)*, Bo Watson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: Sponsor(s) Added.
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MT bill #HB28 • Last Action 12/20/2024
Clarify timelines and opening procedures for public charter schools
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies timelines and opening procedures for public charter schools in Montana. Key provisions include: - Requiring the Board of Public Education to inform the Office of Public Instruction and county superintendents about the status of public charter schools in a timely manner. - Specifying that various timeline requirements are in business days rather than calendar days. - Clarifying that public charter schools approved by the Board of Public Education are exempt from other school opening requirements under state law. - Providing that public charter schools and districts are not eligible for the per-student funding entitlement in their first year of operation, and that their basic entitlement funding is initially based on planned enrollment and subject to clawback provisions if actual enrollment is lower. - Applying these changes retroactively to public charter schools approved to open on or after July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “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 ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR THE PER-ANB ENTITLEMENT IN THE FIRST YEAR OF OPERATION; 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: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 12/12/2024
• Last Action: (H) Referred to Committee
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MT bill #LC1352 • Last Action 12/20/2024
Revise the Montana interstate compact on educational opportunities for military children
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the Montana interstate compact on educational opportunities for military children. It amends the existing law to update definitions, including for active duty members and dependents, and clarifies the compact's applicability. The bill outlines provisions related to educational records and enrollment, student placement and attendance, eligibility, and graduation requirements. It establishes an interstate commission to oversee the compact and outlines its powers and duties. The bill also provides for state coordination, dispute resolution, financing, and withdrawal from the compact. Overall, the bill aims to remove barriers and facilitate the educational success of children in military families who frequently relocate.
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Bill Summary: Military Affairs, Minors (see also: Family Law), Schools and Education
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• Introduced: 11/14/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 12/19/2024
• Last Action: (LC) Draft Ready for Delivery
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MI bill #HB4177 • Last Action 12/20/2024
History and arts: other; history museum authorities act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5817'24, HB 5818'24
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the History Museum Authorities Act, which allows counties to establish history museum authorities. These authorities can provide funding to history museum service providers, grant funding to local historical museums, and levy a property tax of up to 0.2 mills for up to 10 years to support history museums. The authorities must have a contract with the history museum service providers requiring them to use the funds exclusively for history museum services and to offer certain benefits to county residents, such as free admission. The bill also outlines the structure and procedures for the authorities, including their board, auditing requirements, and tax collection and reimbursement processes.
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Bill Summary: An act to provide for the establishment of history museum authorities; to provide for the powers and duties of a history museum authority; to authorize the levy and collection of a property tax by a history museum authority; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 30 : Tyrone Carter (D)*, Stephanie Young (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Mike McFall (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Noah Arbit (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Rachel Hood (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Kristian Grant (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Brenda Carter (D), Alabas Farhat (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Natalie Price (D), Will Snyder (D), J.R. Roth (R), Tullio Liberati (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Carol Glanville (D), Karen Whitsett (D), Kevin Coleman (D), Jim Haadsma (D), Helena Scott (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 12/20/2024
• Last Action: Passed Roll Call # 666 Yeas 20 Nays 18 Excused 0 Not Voting 0
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MI bill #HB4173 • Last Action 12/20/2024
Criminal procedure: sentencing; criminal justice policy commission; create. Amends 1927 PA 175 (MCL 760.1 - 777.69) by adding secs. 34a & 34b to ch. IX. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4384'23
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Michigan Sentencing Commission within the legislative council, which will be responsible for providing recommendations on criminal justice policies and sentencing guidelines to the legislature. The commission will consist of members from the legislature, law enforcement, the judiciary, the attorney general's office, victim advocates, formerly incarcerated individuals, and the mental/behavioral health field. The governor will appoint the commission's chairperson, who must have a background in criminal law. The commission's proceedings will be subject to open meetings and freedom of information laws. The bill will only take effect if a related bill, House Bill No. 4384, is also enacted into law.
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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 34a to chapter IX.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 9 : Abraham Aiyash (D)*, Kara Hope (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Stephanie Young (D), Mike McFall (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Kelly Breen (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Luke Meerman (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 12/20/2024
• Last Action: Inserted Full Title
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MI bill #HB5964 • Last Action 12/20/2024
Health occupations: physicians; interstate medical licensure compact; remove sunset. Amends sec. 16189 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16189).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes the sunset provision for the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which allows physicians to obtain expedited medical licenses in multiple states. The Compact, which was enacted in 2019, establishes a streamlined process for physicians who meet certain eligibility requirements to become licensed in multiple states, enhancing the portability of medical licenses and improving patient access to healthcare. By removing the sunset, the Compact will continue to be in effect beyond its original expiration date of March 28, 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled"Public health code,"by amending section 16189 (MCL 333.16189), as amended by 2022 PA 38.
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• Introduced: 09/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 19 : Jennifer Conlin (D)*, Rachel Hood (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Brenda Carter (D), Julie Brixie (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Kara Hope (D), Kelly Breen (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Kristian Grant (D), Matt Koleszar (D), Natalie Price (D), Phil Skaggs (D), Carol Glanville (D), Jason Morgan (D), Doug Wozniak (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 12/12/2024
• Last Action: Placed On Order Of Third Reading
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TX bill #HB1703 • Last Action 12/20/2024
Relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Education Code to replace the use of "average daily attendance" with "average enrollment" for purposes of the public school finance system. The key provisions of the bill include: - Defining "average enrollment" as the average number of students enrolled in the school district during a school year, rather than the daily attendance quotient. - Adjusting various funding formulas and allotments to be based on average enrollment instead of average daily attendance. - Requiring the commissioner of education to adopt rules to determine the method for calculating a district's average enrollment. - Making conforming changes throughout the Education Code to replace references to "average daily attendance" with "average enrollment." The bill aims to shift the public school finance system to focus on enrollment rather than daily attendance, which may provide more stable and predictable funding for school districts.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/21/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : J.M. Lozano (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/20/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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UT bill #HB0039 • Last Action 12/19/2024
Correctional Health Amendments
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes amendments to the Correctional Health Act, which governs healthcare services provided to incarcerated individuals. The key provisions include: (1) requiring the Department of Corrections to establish a comprehensive healthcare program for all inmates, including mental health and substance abuse treatment; (2) mandating the use of electronic health records and data collection to improve the quality and continuity of care; (3) establishing an independent oversight board to monitor the delivery of healthcare services and address inmate complaints; and (4) increasing funding for correctional health services to ensure adequate staffing, equipment, and resources. These changes aim to enhance the overall healthcare system within the correctional system and better address the unique medical needs of the incarcerated population.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses correctional health care.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Eliason (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/19/2024
• Last Action: Numbered Bill Publicly Distributed in Legislative Research and General Counsel
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NJ bill #S3957 • Last Action 12/19/2024
Allows public bodies to continue using newspapers for required public notices and legal advertisements until certain specified date regardless of format.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows public bodies to continue using newspapers for required public notices and legal advertisements, regardless of format, until March 1, 2025. The bill specifies that newspapers used for this purpose from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 will also be eligible from January 1, 2025 to March 1, 2025, as long as the newspaper's publication is in print or electronic format. The bill also sets a price limit for publishing public notices or legal advertisements and prohibits fees or registration requirements for viewing them in electronic format.
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Bill Summary: Allows public bodies to continue using newspapers for required public notices and legal advertisements until certain specified date regardless of format.
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• Introduced: 12/09/2024
• Added: 12/14/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Paul Sarlo (D)*, Nick Scutari (D)*, Tony Bucco (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: Passed by the Senate (36-0)
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NJ bill #A5151 • Last Action 12/19/2024
Allows public bodies to continue using newspapers for required public notices and legal advertisements until certain specified date regardless of format.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows public bodies to continue using newspapers for required public notices and legal advertisements, regardless of whether the newspaper's publication is in print or electronic format, from January 1, 2025 to March 1, 2025. The price paid for publishing these notices and advertisements cannot exceed the rates established under existing law, and no fees or registration shall be required for viewing the notices and advertisements published in an electronic format.
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Bill Summary: Allows public bodies to continue using newspapers for required public notices and legal advertisements until certain specified date regardless of format.
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• Introduced: 12/13/2024
• Added: 12/14/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Reginald Atkins (D)*, Linda Carter (D)*, Barbara McCann Stamato (D)*, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D), Shanique Speight (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: Passed Senate (Passed Both Houses) (36-0)
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MI bill #HB4630 • Last Action 12/19/2024
Courts: other; Michigan indigent defense commission act; expand duties to include indigent defense of youth. Amends title & secs. 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 21 & 23 of 2013 PA 93 (MCL 780.983 et seq.).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the duties of the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) to include providing effective indigent defense services for both adults and youth. The bill establishes standards and procedures for the MIDC to set minimum standards for indigent defense, investigate and audit indigent defense systems, and provide grants to local governments to bring their systems into compliance with the standards. The bill also outlines the composition and duties of the MIDC, and the process for resolving disputes between the MIDC and local indigent defense systems.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 2013 PA 93, entitled"Michigan indigent defense commission act,"by amending the title and sections 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 21, and 23 (MCL 780.983, 780.985, 780.987, 780.989, 780.991, 780.993, 780.995, 780.997, 780.1001, and 780.1003), section 3 as amended by 2019 PA 108, sections 5, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17 as amended by 2018 PA 214, and section 7 as amended by 2018 PA 443, and by adding section 14.
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• Introduced: 05/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 32 : Sarah Lightner (R)*, Kara Hope (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Christine Morse (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Reggie Miller (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Stephanie Young (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Rachel Hood (D), Kristian Grant (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Kelly Breen (D), Natalie Price (D), Julie Brixie (D), Tyrone Carter (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Jason Morgan (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Brenda Carter (D), Noah Arbit (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Carol Glanville (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Helena Scott (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 12/12/2024
• Last Action: Senate Requests Return
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MI bill #HB4860 • Last Action 12/18/2024
Townships: charter; conflict of interest policy for township officials; require. Amends sec. 7 of 1947 PA 359 (MCL 42.7).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Charter Township Act to require townships to have a conflict of interest policy for township officials. The key provisions are: (1) requiring township boards to hold at least one regular meeting per month, with special meetings called by the township clerk upon request; (2) specifying that all township business must be conducted in public meetings in compliance with the Open Meetings Act; (3) allowing township board members to abstain from voting if they have a conflict of interest, and requiring them to disclose the factual basis for the abstention; and (4) requiring township writings to be made available to the public under the Freedom of Information Act.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1947 PA 359, entitled"The charter township act,"by amending section 7 (MCL 42.7), as amended by 1992 PA 15.
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• Introduced: 06/28/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Denise Mentzer (D)*, Brian BeGole (R), Sharon MacDonell (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Nate Shannon (D), Joey Andrews (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 12/10/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations
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OH bill #HB257 • Last Action 12/18/2024
Authorize certain public bodies to meet virtually
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes certain public bodies in Ohio, such as the general assembly and some state boards and commissions, to hold and attend meetings and conduct hearings by means of video conference or other similar electronic technology. The bill establishes requirements for these virtual meetings, including providing public access, taking roll call votes, and notifying the public. The bill also allows certain public retirement boards, like the Ohio police and fire pension fund and the school employees retirement board, to adopt policies allowing their members to attend meetings virtually. Overall, the bill aims to provide more flexibility for public bodies to hold meetings and hearings remotely while maintaining transparency and public access.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 305.02, 715.693, 924.12, 5505.04, and 5543.06 and to enact sections 121.221, 145.071, 742.071, and 3309.091 of the Revised Code to authorize certain public bodies to meet virtually.
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• Introduced: 08/23/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
• Sponsors: 10 : Jim Hoops (R)*, Thad Claggett (R)*, Andrew Brenner (R), Jerry Cirino (R), Hearcel Craig (D), Theresa Gavarone (R), George Lang (R), Michele Reynolds (R), Kristina Roegner (R), Kent Smith (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 11/29/2023
• Last Action: Passed
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AZ bill #SB1032 • Last Action 12/18/2024
Veterinarians; malpractice; unprofessional conduct
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to veterinarians. It expands the definition of "unprofessional or dishonorable conduct" to include making false statements on documents, withholding known medical information from animal owners, and other provisions. The bill also increases the maximum civil penalties the Veterinary Medical Examining Board can impose for certain violations, and requires the Board to adjust these penalties annually for inflation. Additionally, the bill requires the Board to provide records or copies of records of veterinary services to animal owners or other veterinarians upon request, subject to certain timelines.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 32-2232, 32-2233 and 32-2237, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to veterinarians.
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• Introduced: 12/18/2024
• Added: 12/19/2024
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : John Kavanagh (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/18/2024
• Last Action: Prefile
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UT bill #SB0017 • Last Action 12/18/2024
Services for Department of Defense Civilian Employees
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance services provided to civilian employees of the Department of Defense (DoD). It proposes to modify existing laws by adding provisions that allow DoD to offer financial counseling, legal assistance, and other support services to its civilian workforce. The bill also includes language to remove restrictions on the use of appropriated funds for these types of programs, enabling the DoD to allocate resources more effectively to meet the needs of its civilian employees. The overall goal is to improve the well-being and support available to DoD's civilian personnel, who play a crucial role in the department's operations.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses certain benefits for a United States Department of Defense employee and the employee's family.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ann Millner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/18/2024
• Last Action: Numbered Bill Publicly Distributed in Legislative Research and General Counsel
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MI bill #HB4167 • Last Action 12/18/2024
Health: diseases; rare disease advisory council; create. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding secs. 5135 & 5135a.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a Rare Disease Advisory Council within the Department of Health to advise the department and other state agencies on research, diagnosis, and treatment efforts related to rare diseases in Michigan. The council will consist of various members, including physicians, nurses, epidemiologists, hospital representatives, insurance providers, and individuals with rare diseases or representing rare disease organizations. The council is tasked with researching and making recommendations on issues related to the cost-effectiveness and access to rare disease treatments, identifying best practices from other states, coordinating with other rare disease organizations, and providing information and advice to the legislature, governor, and department. The bill also requires the council to develop a publicly accessible webpage on rare disease resources and investigate rare diseases that predominantly affect geographically disadvantaged communities.
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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 sections 5135 and 5135a.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 19 : Jason Morgan (D)*, Julie Rogers (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Noah Arbit (D), Denise Mentzer (D), Carol Glanville (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Reggie Miller (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Mike McFall (D), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Greg Alexander (R), Carrie Rheingans (D), Brian BeGole (R), Graham Filler (R), Alabas Farhat (D), Helena Scott (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 03/22/2023
• Last Action: Placed On Order Of Third Reading With Substitute (s-2)
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OH bill #SB211 • Last Action 12/18/2024
Enter the Dietitian Licensure Compact
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts sections of the Ohio Revised Code to enter into the Dietitian Licensure Compact. The Compact is designed to facilitate interstate practice of dietetics, improve public access to dietetics services, and provide for licensure portability through a Compact Privilege granted to qualifying professionals. The bill outlines the purpose, definitions, state participation requirements, Compact Privilege qualifications, provisions for Active Military Members, adverse action procedures, establishment of the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, a data system, rulemaking authority, dispute resolution, and the effective date and amendment process for the Compact. The bill also requires the State Medical Board to select a delegate to the Compact Commission and allows the Board to establish a fee for licensees from Compact states to be granted a Compact Privilege in Ohio.
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Bill Summary: To enact sections 4759.30 and 4759.31 of the Revised Code to enter into the Dietitian Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
• Sponsors: 18 : Kristina Roegner (R)*, Nickie Antonio (D), Jerry Cirino (R), Hearcel Craig (D), Bill DeMora (D), Theresa Gavarone (R), Bob Hackett (R), Paula Hicks-Hudson (D), Steve Huffman (R), Terry Johnson (R), Stephanie Kunze (R), George Lang (R), Bill Reineke (R), Mark Romanchuk (R), Tim Schaffer (R), Vernon Sykes (D), Shane Wilkin (R), Steve Wilson (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 06/27/2024
• Last Action: Passed
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MI bill #HB5945 • Last Action 12/18/2024
Transportation: funds; local agency infrastructure disaster relief fund and board; create. Amends secs. 10 & 11 of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.660 & 247.661) & adds sec. 11k.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Michigan Transportation Fund: 1. It creates a new Local Agency Disaster Relief Board Fund and Program within the Department of Transportation to provide financial assistance to local road agencies for repairing or replacing infrastructure following a declared emergency. Up to $5 million can be deposited annually into the fund, which has a maximum balance of $50 million. 2. The bill establishes a Local Agency Disaster Relief Board to administer the new fund and program. The board will consist of voting members appointed by the County Road Association of Michigan and the Michigan Municipal League, as well as non-voting members from state agencies. 3. The bill specifies the eligible uses of the disaster relief funds, including restoring infrastructure, completing engineering/design, acquiring land, and project administration and oversight. 4. The bill requires the board to establish policies, criteria, and a review process for funding applications from local road agencies, and to report annually to the legislature on the utilization of the fund. In summary, this bill creates a new disaster relief program and fund within the Michigan Transportation Fund to assist local governments with repairing critical transportation infrastructure following declared emergencies, funded through allocations from the broader transportation fund.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled"An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; to investigate and study the tolling of roads, streets, highways, or bridges; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,"by amending sections 10 and 11 (MCL 247.660 and 247.661), section 10 as amended by 2022 PA 50 and section 11 as amended by 2015 PA 175, and by adding section 11k.
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• Introduced: 09/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Nate Shannon (D)*, Jennifer Conlin (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 12/11/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations
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MI bill #HB6171 • Last Action 12/18/2024
Counties: boards and commissions; county apportionment commission; modify, and modify number of county commissioner districts. Amends secs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 & 8 of 1966 PA 261 (MCL 46.401 et seq.).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the 1966 law that provides for the apportionment of county boards of commissioners in Michigan. The key provisions are: - It modifies the population ranges and number of county commissioner districts required for counties of different sizes, requiring a minimum of 5 and maximum of 21 districts depending on the county population. - It changes the composition of the county apportionment commission, requiring representation from the two major political parties. If the commission fails to finalize the apportionment within 60 days, a panel of 3 randomly selected judges will apportion the county instead. - It adds new requirements for the apportionment process, including public hearings, publishing proposed plans for public review, and prohibiting partisan gerrymandering. It also specifies the order of priority for the apportionment guidelines. - It allows for judicial review of the apportionment plan, with a de novo standard of review for certain commission actions and decisions. - Once an apportionment plan is adopted, it remains in effect until the next decennial census.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1966 PA 261, entitled"An act to provide for the apportionment of county boards of commissioners; to prescribe the size of the board; to provide for appeals; to prescribe the manner of election of the members of the county board of commissioners; to provide for compensation of members; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,"by amending sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 (MCL 46.401, 46.402, 46.403, 46.404, 46.406, and 46.408), sections 1, 2, and 3 as amended by 2011 PA 280.
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• Introduced: 11/26/2024
• Added: 11/27/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 5 : Phil Skaggs (D)*, Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Mai Xiong (D), Noah Arbit (D), Joey Andrews (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 12/13/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations
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TX bill #SB633 • Last Action 12/17/2024
Relating to certain offenses associated with possessing, carrying, exhibiting, or using a firearm on or within 1,000 feet of school property.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Education Code and Penal Code to modify the offenses associated with possessing, carrying, exhibiting, or using a firearm on or within 1,000 feet of school property. It expands the existing restrictions on firearms near schools, provides exceptions for lawful possession of firearms in certain situations, and updates the applicable sections of the Penal Code to reflect these changes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to certain offenses associated with possessing, carrying, exhibiting, or using a firearm on or within 1,000 feet of school property.
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• Introduced: 12/17/2024
• Added: 12/18/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Sarah Eckhardt (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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IL bill #HB5923 • Last Action 12/17/2024
SCH-MOBILE PANIC ALERT SYSTEM
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Mobile Panic Alert System Act, also known as Alyssa's Law. It requires all public schools, including charter schools, to implement a mobile panic alert system capable of connecting emergency services technologies to ensure real-time coordination between first responder agencies, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. For the 2026 fiscal year, the State Board of Education must issue a competitive solicitation to contract for a mobile panic alert system that can be used by each school district. The bill also makes a conforming change to the Charter Schools Law of the School Code to include the Mobile Panic Alert System Act as an applicable law for charter schools.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Mobile Panic Alert System Act. Provides that the Act may be referred to as Alyssa's Law. Requires, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, each public school to implement a mobile panic alert system capable of connecting diverse emergency services technologies to ensure real-time coordination between multiple first responder agencies. Requires, for the 2026 fiscal year, the State Board of Education to issue a competitive solicitation to contract for a mobile panic alert system that may be used by each school district. Amends the Charter Schools Law of the School Code to make a conforming change. Effective January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 12/17/2024
• Added: 12/18/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Janet Yang Rohr
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UT bill #HB0023 • Last Action 12/17/2024
Insurance Modifications
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to make several changes to existing insurance laws. It would allow insurance providers to offer new types of high-deductible health plans, which are plans with lower monthly premiums but higher out-of-pocket costs before coverage kicks in. The bill also seeks to modify regulations around insurance coverage for preventive care services, making it easier for insurers to require patients to pay a portion of the costs for these services. Additionally, the bill would change some requirements around the information that insurance companies must provide to consumers about their policies and coverage options.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to insurance.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Dunnigan (R)*, Evan Vickers (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: Numbered Bill Publicly Distributed in Legislative Research and General Counsel
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US bill #S2238 • Last Action 12/17/2024
PLAN for Broadband Act Proper Leadership to Align Networks for Broadband Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Proper Leadership to Align Networks for Broadband Act (PLAN for Broadband Act), directs the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to develop a National Strategy to Synchronize Federal Broadband Programs. The strategy aims to better manage federal broadband programs, synchronize coordination among agencies, reduce barriers and administrative burdens, and prevent fraud and misuse of broadband funding. The bill also requires an implementation plan, progress briefings, a Government Accountability Office study, and additional funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program and 5G spectrum reauction. The overall goal is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal efforts to provide affordable, high-speed broadband internet access service to all Americans.
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Bill Summary: A bill to direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to develop a National Strategy to Close the Digital Divide, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 07/12/2023
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 7 : Roger Wicker (R)*, Ben Ray Luján (D), John Thune (R), Peter Welch (D), Alex Padilla (D), James Lankford (R), Tommy Tuberville (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/19/2024
• Last Action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 719.
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DC bill #B25-0287 • Last Action 12/17/2024
Counseling Compact Approval Act of 2023
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Counseling Compact Approval Act of 2023, would authorize the Mayor to execute a Counseling Compact on behalf of the District of Columbia. The Compact aims to increase access to licensed professional counseling by establishing standardized requirements for licensing, reporting adverse actions, and sharing licensee information between member states. It would create a Counseling Compact Commission to administer and oversee the Compact, and allow licensed professional counselors to practice telehealth services across member states. The bill outlines the process for obtaining and maintaining a "privilege to practice" in remote states, as well as the procedures for investigating and taking adverse actions against licensed counselors. It also details the structure, powers, and responsibilities of the Counseling Compact Commission.
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Bill Summary: A BILL 25-287 IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To authorize the Mayor to execute, on behalf of the District of Columbia, a Counseling Compact for the purposes of increasing access to licensed professional counseling, establishing standardized requirements to conduct and report adverse actions and consequences for licensed professional counselors receiving an adverse action, providing additional regulatory authority, requiring the District to share licensee information with other compact states, creating a coordinated database with other compact states cataloging licensed professional counselors, establishing the Counseling Compact Commission, providing for oversight and enforcement of the compact by participating states, and establishing that the compact shall become effective upon this act’s enactment.
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• Introduced: 05/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 4 : Vince Gray (D)*, Matt Frumin (D)*, Charles Allen (D)*, Christina Henderson (I)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 09/17/2024
• Last Action: Law Number L25-0238 Effective from Dec 17, 2024
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IL bill #SB3937 • Last Action 12/16/2024
METROPOLITAN MOBILITY AUTH ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority, and consolidates the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority into the new Metropolitan Mobility Authority. The bill provides for the governance, powers, and responsibilities of the new Authority, including responsibility for public transportation planning, operations, and funding in the metropolitan region. It also establishes the Office of Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund to aid transit-supportive development near high-quality transit. The bill makes various other changes to laws related to public transportation, including provisions regarding transit funding, labor relations, safety, and enforcement.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, and 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, instead creating 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 about 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 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: 05/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Ram Villivalam (D)*, Robert Peters (D), Natalie Toro (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Rob Martwick (D), Omar Aquino (D), Mattie Hunter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 05/01/2024
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mattie Hunter
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MT bill #SJ1 • Last Action 12/13/2024
Senate joint rules resolution
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new joint rules for the Montana Senate and House of Representatives. The key provisions include: - Allowing members to participate remotely in legislative sessions, with guidelines and requirements for remote participation and voting. - Defining legislative days, schedules, and rules around adjournment, access for media, conflicts of interest, and use of state communication systems. - Establishing rules and procedures for legislative committees, including remote and in-person public testimony, joint committee leadership, and restrictions on conference committees. - Outlining requirements and processes for drafting, introducing, amending, and passing bills and resolutions, including deadlines, fiscal notes, and the governor's veto authority. - Specifying the sources and precedence of legislative rules, as well as procedures for suspending or amending the joint rules. The bill aims to modernize the legislative process and provide flexibility for remote participation while maintaining established rules and procedures.
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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: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: (LC) Draft Delivered to Requester
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IL bill #SB3936 • Last Action 12/13/2024
CLEAN&EQUITABLE TRANSPORTATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Clean and Equitable Transportation Act, makes several key changes: 1. It establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority to take over and consolidate the operations of the Chicago Transit Authority, Commuter Rail Division, Suburban Bus Division, and Regional Transportation Authority. The new Authority will be responsible for providing and coordinating public transportation services in the metropolitan region. 2. It creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act, which establishes an Office of Transit-Oriented Development and a Transit-Supportive Development Fund to provide funding and technical assistance to local governments and developers to encourage transit-supportive development around high-quality transit. 3. It enacts the Zero-Emission Vehicle Act, which requires all on-road vehicles purchased or leased by governmental units to be zero-emission or near zero-emission vehicles by 2028, with the goal of having all vehicles operated by governmental units be zero-emission by 2048. 4. It requires the Department of Transportation and metropolitan planning organizations to conduct greenhouse gas emissions analyses for transportation plans and projects, set greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets for the transportation sector, and prioritize projects and policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve transportation affordability and accessibility. The bill is intended to promote efficient, equitable, and sustainable public transportation in the metropolitan region, support transit-oriented development, and accelerate the transition to zero-emission vehicles in governmental fleets.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, and 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, instead creating 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 and repeals those Acts. Includes provisions about the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act. Establishes the Office of Transit-Oriented Development. 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. Creates the Zero-Emission Vehicle Act. Provides that all on-road vehicles purchased or leased by a governmental unit on or after January 1, 2028 must be a manufactured zero-emission vehicle, repowered zero-emission vehicle, manufactured near zero-emission vehicle, or repowered near zero-emission vehicle. Provides that on and after January 1, 2033, all on-road vehicles purchased or leased by a governmental unit must be a manufactured zero-emission vehicle or repowered zero-emission vehicle. Provides that, by January 1, 2048, all on-road vehicles operated by a governmental unit must be a manufactured or repowered zero-emission vehicle. Sets forth provisions implementing the Act, including requiring the Department of Central Management Services to adopt certain rules. Amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes for the new Acts and to make other changes. Provides that some provisions are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 05/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Ram Villivalam (D)*, Napoleon Harris (D), Laura Fine (D), Robert Peters (D), Omar Aquino (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 05/01/2024
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Omar Aquino
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MI bill #SB0605 • Last Action 12/13/2024
Environmental protection: cleanups; cleanup standards; require. Amends secs, 20101, 20107a, 20112a, 20114, 20114b, 20114c, 20114d, 20114e, 20114g, 20126 & 20126a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20101 et seq.) & repeals sec. 20114a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20114a). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0606'23, SB 0607'23
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to update provisions related to cleanup standards, reporting requirements, and liability for environmental contamination. Key provisions include: - Requiring property owners to report facilities with known contamination to the state within 90 days, develop and implement a due care plan within 180 days, and submit annual monitoring reports. - Establishing new notification requirements for releases of hazardous substances and requiring prompt initial actions to address releases. - Modifying the process for submitting and reviewing response activity plans, remedial action closure reports, and no further action reports. - Creating a response activity review panel to advise the state on technical and scientific disputes. - Expanding state enforcement authorities, including the ability to recover costs for due care requirements. - Establishing new civil penalties for failure to comply with reporting and other requirements. The bill is tied to the enactment of two other Senate bills related to environmental protection.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"by amending sections 20101, 20107a, 20112a, 20114, 20114b, 20114c, 20114d, 20114e, 20119, 20126, 20126a, 20137, and 20139 (MCL 324.20101, 324.20107a, 324.20112a, 324.20114, 324.20114b, 324.20114c, 324.20114d, 324.20114e, 324.20119, 324.20126, 324.20126a, 324.20137, and 324.20139), sections 20101, 20114d, and 20114e as amended by 2018 PA 581, sections 20107a, 20114, 20114c, and 20126 as amended by 2014 PA 542, section 20112a as amended by 2010 PA 234, section 20114b as added by 2010 PA 228, section 20119 as amended by 1995 PA 71, section 20126a as amended by 2010 PA 227, and sections 20137 and 20139 as amended by 2010 PA 230, and by adding sections 20113a and 20139a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 10/24/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 9 : Jeff Irwin (D)*, Jeremy Moss (D), Sue Shink (D), Mallory McMorrow (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Erika Geiss (D), Dayna Polehanki (D), Sylvia Santana (D), Stephanie Chang (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 12/13/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations
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MI bill #SB1117 • Last Action 12/13/2024
Economic development: other; strategic and operational advisory board; create and provide for the development of strategic and operational plans. Amends 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2001 - 125.2094) by adding secs. 9a & 9b. TIE BAR WITH: SB 1116'24
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to create a Strategic and Operational Advisory Board. The board will be responsible for developing a strategic plan and operational plan to guide the state's economic development efforts. The board will consist of members from various state agencies, economic development organizations, and academic institutions. The bill also specifies the board's meeting requirements, voting procedures, and other operational details.
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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: 11/14/2024
• Added: 11/15/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 6 : John Damoose (R)*, Mallory McMorrow (D), Dayna Polehanki (D), Stephanie Chang (D), Sue Shink (D), Mary Cavanagh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 11/14/2024
• Last Action: Placed On Immediate Passage
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MI bill #SB0633 • Last Action 12/12/2024
Insurance: health insurers; state-based insurance exchange; provide for. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0637'23
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a state-based health insurance exchange in Michigan as a nonprofit corporation. The exchange will serve as a marketplace for qualified health plans and qualified dental plans, with the goal of fostering a competitive insurance market and providing consumers with information to purchase coverage. The bill creates a 12-member board to govern the exchange, with members appointed by the governor and representing various stakeholders. The exchange will have the authority to certify qualified health plans, establish enrollment periods, and charge assessments or user fees to support its operations. The bill also creates an exchange fund within the state treasury to finance the exchange's activities. Overall, the bill aims to provide Michiganders with a state-run insurance marketplace as an alternative to the federally-administered exchange.
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Bill Summary: A bill to provide for the establishment of a state-based health insurance exchange as a nonprofit corporation; to create the board of exchange and prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for assessments and user fees; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and agencies.
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• Introduced: 11/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Hertel (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 06/26/2024
• Last Action: House Insurance and Financial Services (09:00:00 12/12/2024 Room 521, House Office Building)
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MI bill #HB4169 • Last Action 12/12/2024
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 4170'23
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which creates an interstate compact to facilitate the practice of occupational therapy across state lines. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, a joint public agency composed of delegates from each member state, to administer the compact. - Allowing occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states, subject to certain requirements. - Authorizing member states to take disciplinary action against compact privilege holders and share investigative and disciplinary information through a centralized data system. - Outlining the procedures for rulemaking, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact. - Specifying that the compact will take effect once enacted into law by 10 member states. The bill aims to improve public access to occupational therapy services, enhance state regulation, and facilitate interstate practice, particularly for military spouses.
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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: 03/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 35 : Julie Rogers (D)*, Doug Wozniak (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Joseph Fox (R), Veronica Paiz (D), Carol Glanville (D), Jenn Hill (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Jason Morgan (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), J.R. Roth (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Carrie Rheingans (D), Rachel Hood (D), Jim Haadsma (D), Phil Green (R), Ann Bollin (R), Kristian Grant (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Helena Scott (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Tom Kunse (R), Alabas Farhat (D), Stephanie Young (D), Mike McFall (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Pat Outman (R), Amos O'Neal (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Karen Whitsett (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole
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MT bill #SB40 • Last Action 12/12/2024
Revise supreme court public records laws by opening deliberations and files to the public
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises public record laws relating to the Supreme Court. It requires the recording of closed judicial deliberation meetings, and provides for the disclosure of judicial deliberations and case information after a case is final. The bill amends sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to open up the Supreme Court's deliberations and files to public inspection, with certain exceptions to protect individual privacy and the court's litigation strategy. The bill specifies that the recording and written record of closed meetings must be available for public inspection once a case becomes final, defined as when the time to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court has expired or all issues on appeal have been settled.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “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: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Greg Hertz (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 12/12/2024
• Last Action: (LC) Draft Delivered to Requester
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MI bill #HB4504 • Last Action 12/12/2024
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 4505'23
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, which allows physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states, subject to certain requirements and limitations. The compact establishes the Physical Therapy Compact Commission to oversee implementation and administration of the agreement, including promulgating rules, investigating disciplinary matters, and enforcing compliance. The bill also authorizes the state to obtain criminal background checks on physical therapy licensure applicants and requires member states to share licensure and disciplinary information through a coordinated data system. The bill will only take effect if a related bill, House Bill No. 4505, is also enacted into law.
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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: 05/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 25 : John Fitzgerald (D)*, Julie Rogers (D), Dale Zorn (R), Erin Byrnes (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Matt Bierlein (R), Luke Meerman (R), Brian BeGole (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Joe Aragona (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Jaz Martus (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Nate Shannon (D), Joey Andrews (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Julie Brixie (D), Helena Scott (D), Kristian Grant (D), J.R. Roth (R), Carol Glanville (D), Curt VanderWall (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 05/02/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole With Substitute (s-1)
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MI bill #HB4480 • Last Action 12/12/2024
Environmental protection: sewage; onsite wastewater treatment systems; regulate and provide for assessments and evaluations. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding secs. 12815, 12817 & 12829. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4479'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Health Code to add new sections related to onsite wastewater treatment systems. The key provisions include: 1. Establishing a technical advisory committee to advise the Department of Health on standards, technologies, and regulations for onsite wastewater treatment systems. 2. Requiring the Department to promulgate rules within 3 years to establish a statewide code with performance-based standards for conventional and alternative onsite wastewater treatment systems, covering siting, design, installation, operation, inspection, and maintenance requirements. 3. Creating the Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Administration Fund to be used by the Department to administer the new regulations, provide grants to local health departments, and offer grants or loans to low-income homeowners to update failed onsite wastewater treatment systems. The bill also includes provisions on the composition and operations of the technical advisory committee, the rulemaking process, and other implementation details. It will take effect 90 days after being enacted, and is tie-barred with another bill (HB 4479).
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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 sections 12815, 12817, and 12829.
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• Introduced: 04/27/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 38 : Carrie Rheingans (D)*, Phil Skaggs (D), Noah Arbit (D), Jaz Martus (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Christine Morse (D), Kara Hope (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Julie Rogers (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Tyrone Carter (D), Jim Haadsma (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Alabas Farhat (D), Carol Glanville (D), Joey Andrews (D), Will Snyder (D), Mike McFall (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Ranjeev Puri (D), Rachel Hood (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Stephanie Young (D), Brenda Carter (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Helena Scott (D), Kristian Grant (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Regina Weiss (D), Kelly Breen (D), Matt Koleszar (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/27/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Second Reading
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SC bill #H3633 • Last Action 12/12/2024
Social Workers Compact
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Social Work Interstate Compact Act" in South Carolina, which creates the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission. The purpose of the compact is to facilitate the interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services, while preserving each state's regulatory authority. The compact establishes requirements for multistate licensure, enables the sharing of licensure and disciplinary information between member states, and allows for the use of telehealth to increase access to regulated social work services. The bill also designates the existing provisions of Chapter 63, Title 40 as Article 1, "General Provisions", and takes effect upon the Governor's approval.
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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; And To Designate The Existing Provisions Of Chapter 63, Title 40 As Article 1, Entitled "general Provisions."
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• Introduced: 12/12/2024
• Added: 12/13/2024
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Doug Gilliam (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry
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SC bill #H3646 • Last Action 12/12/2024
Meeting Transparency Act
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Meeting Transparency Act, amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to require meetings of legislative committees, such as standing committees, subcommittees, and the Judicial Merit Selection Commission, to be made available online through live electronic access like livestreaming. It also requires school board meetings to be accessible online in a similar manner. Additionally, the bill mandates that within 24 hours of a legislative committee meeting, any related records, including approved minutes and preliminary minutes, must be made available and archived on the General Assembly's website.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Enacting The "meeting Transparency Act" By Adding Section 2-1-260 So As To Require Meetings Of Legislative Committees To Be Made Available Online As Well As Certain Documents; And By Adding Section 59-17-180 So As To Require School Board Meetings To Be Made Available Online.
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• Introduced: 12/12/2024
• Added: 12/13/2024
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Harris (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Judiciary
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MI bill #HB4693 • Last Action 12/11/2024
Civil rights: open meetings; nonelected and noncompensated public bodies; allow to meet remotely. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies that are not elected or compensated, and do not allocate public funds, to meet remotely under any circumstances, including those requiring accommodation of absent members. The bill also extends the ability to hold remote meetings for other public bodies until the end of 2021, and permanently allows remote meetings for certain agricultural commodity groups. The bill outlines requirements for remote meetings, such as enabling two-way communication and public participation, and posting advance notices and agendas online.
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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 2021 PA 54.
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• Introduced: 05/30/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : John Fitzgerald (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 05/30/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Second Reading
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TX bill #HB1588 • Last Action 12/11/2024
Relating to training requirements for certain public officials and candidates for public office.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various sections of the Texas Education Code, Government Code, and Tax Code to modify training requirements for certain public officials and candidates for public office. Key provisions include: the Texas Education Agency must provide and certify completion of training for school board trustees and candidates; the Court of Criminal Appeals must ensure education programs are available through higher education institutions or the State Bar of Texas; the Division of Emergency Management may approve training provided by governmental bodies; the Attorney General must make open meetings and public information training available and approve training provided by governmental bodies; and continuing education for certain local government officials is no longer required. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to training requirements for certain public officials and candidates for public office.
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• Introduced: 12/11/2024
• Added: 12/12/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Terri Leo-Wilson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/11/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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MI bill #HB6274 • Last Action 12/11/2024
Water supply: other; permit and license for water withdrawal for water bottling and water bottling royalties; provide for. Amends sec. 17 of 1976 PA 399 (MCL 325.1017) & adds sec. 17a.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act to establish a permitting and licensing system for water withdrawals for water bottling purposes. Key provisions include: - Requiring a permit for new or increased large quantity withdrawals (over 200,000 gallons per day) or intrabasin transfers (over 100,000 gallons per day), with the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) needing to approve the permit based on certain environmental and hydrological criteria. - Requiring a license from EGLE for water bottling operations starting in 2026, with application requirements and a 45-day public comment period. - Imposing a 25-cent per gallon royalty on bottled water, with the revenue going to the Michigan Water Trust Fund. - Providing exemptions for certain water uses like agriculture, manufacturing, and public water supplies. The bill aims to better regulate and charge for the withdrawal of water for commercial bottling purposes in Michigan.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled"Safe drinking water act,"by amending section 17 (MCL 325.1017), as amended by 2008 PA 188 and by adding section 17a.
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• Introduced: 12/10/2024
• Added: 12/11/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 14 : Rachel Hood (D)*, Donavan McKinney (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Mike McFall (D), Alabas Farhat (D), Jenn Hill (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Mai Xiong (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Jason Morgan (D), Stephanie Young (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/10/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 12/11/2024
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MI bill #SB0870 • Last Action 12/11/2024
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 Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies to hold electronic meetings in certain circumstances, including as an accommodation for members with disabilities who request remote access to fully participate. The bill specifies that electronic attendance and participation are permitted only for appointed members, not elected members, and that the member must be physically present in the state during the meeting. The bill also outlines requirements for public notice, public participation, and the exclusion of the public from closed sessions. The bill's provisions apply to various types of public bodies, including agricultural commodity groups, municipal public employee retirement systems, and joint agencies formed under the Michigan Energy Employment 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: 05/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Sean McCann (D)*, Sue Shink (D), Stephanie Chang (D), Dayna Polehanki (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 11/07/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Second Reading
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MI bill #HB6273 • Last Action 12/11/2024
Natural resources: trust fund; Michigan water trust fund; provide for. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding pt. 12.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to create the Michigan Water Trust Fund. The key provisions are: 1. The waters of the state are held in public trust and must be managed and protected for the benefit of the people. The legislature has an express duty to manage the waters of the state in the public interest. 2. The Michigan Water Trust Fund is created in the state treasury to receive royalties, money, and other assets for the purposes of the fund. The fund must maintain a principal between $750 million and $1.5 billion, with up to 70% of annual revenues used before the $800 million principal target is reached. 3. The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy will administer a grant program using the fund's revenues, interest, and earnings. Grants can be used for assisting low-income customers with water bills, providing emergency bottled water, replacing lead service lines, well water testing, and water infrastructure projects. 4. A Michigan Water Trust Fund Board is created within the department to review grant applications and make funding recommendations. The board consists of the department director and six gubernatorial appointees with relevant experience. The bill provides important protections and funding mechanisms to address water-related issues in Michigan, with a focus on ensuring safe, affordable, and accessible water for all residents.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding part 12.
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• Introduced: 12/10/2024
• Added: 12/11/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 14 : Rachel Hood (D)*, Donavan McKinney (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Mike McFall (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Alabas Farhat (D), Jenn Hill (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Mai Xiong (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Jason Morgan (D), Stephanie Young (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/10/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 12/11/2024
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MI bill #HB6256 • Last Action 12/10/2024
Transportation: other; tolling; provide for. Amends title & sec. 219 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.219) & adds secs. 68a, 818a & 818b.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to provide for the creation of the Michigan Tolling Authority, which will have the power to designate certain roadways and lanes as "toll vehicle roadways" and "toll vehicle roadway lanes" where tolls can be charged to registered vehicle owners. The bill also allows the Secretary of State to refuse vehicle registration or transfer if the registered owner has unpaid tolls, as requested by the Tolling Authority. The Tolling Authority will be responsible for setting toll rates, enforcement procedures, and coordinating with the Secretary of State on registration holds. The bill preempts local regulations on toll roadways, except for non-conflicting local ordinances.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled"Michigan vehicle code,"by amending the title and section 219 (MCL 257.219), as amended by 2018 PA 74, and by adding sections 68a, 818a, and 818b.
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• Introduced: 12/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Jaz Martus (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/05/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 12/10/2024
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WA bill #SB5031 • Last Action 12/10/2024
Concerning health care coordination regarding confined individuals.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Council of Health Care Coordination for Youth and Adults in Facilities of Confinement within the Department of Health. The council is tasked with improving coordination and communication between state agencies, local governments, tribes, and other organizations that serve individuals housed in correctional institutions, mental health facilities, and other confinement settings. The council will review existing laws and policies related to health information sharing, make recommendations to improve coordination and communication, and submit annual reports on its activities. The bill defines key terms like "confined" and "correctional institution" and outlines the composition of the council, which includes representatives from various state agencies, local governments, tribes, and individuals with lived experience in the carceral health care system.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to statewide health care coordination and 2 communication regarding individuals housed in facilities of 3 confinement; and adding a new chapter to Title 70 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 12/12/2024
• Added: 12/13/2024
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Claire Wilson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/12/2024
• Last Action: Prefiled for introduction.
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MA bill #S2444 • Last Action 12/09/2024
Providing for recall elections in the town of Granby
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides for recall elections in the town of Granby. It outlines the process for initiating a recall petition, which requires 100 or more registered voters to file an affidavit with the town clerk. The town clerk then issues petition blanks, and if the petition is signed by at least 25% of the town's registered voters, the select board must call for a recall election. The bill specifies the grounds for recall, such as conviction of a felony or ethical violations, and the procedures for conducting the recall election and electing a successor if the incumbent is recalled. The bill also includes provisions to prevent the recalled official from being reappointed to town office for two years.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Granby. Election Laws. [Local approval received]
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• Introduced: 09/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Jake Oliveira (D)*, Dan Carey (D), Mindy Domb (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 09/07/2023
• Last Action: Read second and ordered to a third reading
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TX bill #HB1548 • Last Action 12/09/2024
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation by certain taxing units of a portion of the appraised value of the residence homestead of the parent or guardian of a person who is disabled and who resides with the parent or guardian.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to amend the Tax Code to provide an exemption from ad valorem (property) taxation by certain taxing units for a portion of the appraised value of the residence homestead of the parent or guardian of a person who is disabled and who resides with the parent or guardian. The bill also makes related changes to provisions in the Tax Code and Education Code regarding tax notices and calculations. The bill would only take effect if a proposed constitutional amendment is approved by voters to authorize this type of tax exemption.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation by certain taxing units of a portion of the appraised value of the residence homestead of the parent or guardian of a person who is disabled and who resides with the parent or guardian.
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• Introduced: 12/09/2024
• Added: 12/09/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Richard Raymond (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/09/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB1537 • Last Action 12/06/2024
Relating to the Licensed Professional Counselors Compact; authorizing fees.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Licensed Professional Counselors Compact, which is an agreement between states to facilitate the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors. The key provisions of the bill include: allowing counselors licensed in one state to practice in other member states through a "privilege to practice" system; establishing the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact; setting standards for state participation in the compact; and outlining procedures for handling adverse actions and disciplinary matters. The bill also allows the executive council in Texas to adopt rules to implement the compact. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Licensed Professional Counselors Compact; authorizing fees.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Vikki Goodwin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/06/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TN bill #HB0025 • Last Action 12/06/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to interscholastic athletics.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits public schools in Tennessee from using public funds to join or maintain membership in an association that regulates interscholastic athletics if the association prohibits a student from participating in athletic competitions due to transferring no more than once from a previous school. The bill also requires any such association to comply with open meetings laws, with limited exceptions for discussing confidential information. Additionally, the bill mandates annual audits of the association by the state Comptroller's office. The bill also repeals several existing sections of the Tennessee Code related to interscholastic athletics, and takes effect on July 1, 2025.
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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: 1 : Scott Cepicky (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: Filed for introduction
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FL bill #H0027 • Last Action 12/06/2024
Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The compact establishes requirements for state participation, eligibility criteria for social workers to obtain a multistate license, the authority of the interstate commission, procedures for adverse actions and dispute resolution, and the creation of a coordinated data system. The bill also makes related changes to state laws regarding disciplinary proceedings, impaired practitioner programs, and the regulation of social work licensure. The compact will take effect upon its enactment into law by seven states.
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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 hb27-00 HB 27 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 Interstate 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; 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 under certain circumstances; requiring the commission to indemnify and hold harmless hb27-00 HB 27 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 licensees practicing in a remote state under the compact must adhere to the laws hb27-00 HB 27 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; requiring the department to notify the Division of Law Revision upon enactment of the compact into law by seven hb27-00 HB 27 states; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Christine Hunschofsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/06/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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SC bill #H3200 • Last Action 12/05/2024
School board meeting transparency
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to require public school governing bodies, including charter and special schools, to make reasonable efforts to ensure their meetings are open and accessible to the public through live electronic transmission, such as livestreaming. If they cannot provide live access, they must record the meetings and make the recordings available online within two business days. The State Board of Education must develop a model policy for these livestreaming requirements, and school governing bodies must adopt local policies that incorporate the state's model. The bill also allows for some flexibility if a governing body has limited broadband access, and it imposes penalties for noncompliance. The provisions of this act must be implemented before July 1, 2027.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 59-19-85 So As To Promote Public Access To School Board Meetings By Requiring School Boards To Adopt And Implement Policies That Provide Live Electronic Transmission Of Such Meetings, To Extend Applicability Of These Provisions To The Governing Bodies Of Charter Schools And Special Schools, To Provide Flexibility In Certain Circumstances, And To Provide Related Requirements Of The State Board Of Education; And To Provide The Provisions Of This Act Must Be Implemented Before July 1, 2027.
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• Introduced: 12/09/2024
• Added: 12/10/2024
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Shannon Erickson (R)*, Murrell Smith (R), Brandon Newton (R), Chris Wooten (R), Robby Robbins (R), Cody Mitchell (R), Tommy Pope (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/05/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works
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NJ bill #S3685 • Last Action 12/05/2024
Requires municipalities to accept complaints and provide certain municipal announcements by electronic means.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires municipalities in New Jersey to accept complaints and provide certain municipal announcements by electronic means, such as through their website or email. It also directs the Department of Community Affairs to maintain an electronic form on its website for municipalities without their own website. The bill specifies that actions taken under this law are not considered government functions and are not subject to the New Jersey Tort Claims Act.
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Bill Summary: Requires municipalities to accept complaints and provide certain municipal announcements by electronic means.
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• Introduced: 09/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tony Bucco (R)*, Raj Mukherji (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/06/2024
• Last Action: Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
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MI bill #HB6231 • Last Action 12/05/2024
Education: curriculum; requirement for schools to provide instruction on African-American history; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1164.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Revised School Code to create the "Commission to Update African-American History in K to 12 Instruction," a temporary commission that will review and provide recommendations on age-appropriate African-American history curriculum and instruction for all grade levels. The commission will include representatives from various universities, the NAACP, and museums focused on African-American history. Within 365 days of the commission's first meeting, it must provide recommendations to the State Board of Education, which will then update the recommended model core academic curriculum standards to incorporate the commission's recommendations. Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, schools will be required to provide instruction on African-American history as recommended by the commission, and the state assessments will include related questions. The bill takes effect 90 days after it is enacted into law.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"(MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1164.
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• Introduced: 12/04/2024
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 13 : Helena Scott (D)*, Amos O'Neal (D), Tyrone Carter (D), Kristian Grant (D), Mike McFall (D), Noah Arbit (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Brenda Carter (D), Karen Whitsett (D), Stephanie Young (D), Mai Xiong (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Sharon MacDonell (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/04/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 12/05/2024
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MO bill #HB397 • Last Action 12/04/2024
Creates provisions relating to dietitians
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates provisions relating to dietitians. Specifically, it: 1. Allows dietitians licensed in other states, territories, or the military to obtain a Missouri dietitian license without having to take an exam or meet certain educational or experience requirements, provided they have been licensed for at least one year in the other jurisdiction. The bill also allows for expedited licensing of military spouses. 2. Establishes the "Dietitian Licensure Compact," which is designed to facilitate the interstate practice of dietetics and improve public access to dietetics services. The Compact establishes a governing commission, data system, rules and procedures for issuing and managing licenses, disciplinary actions, and other provisions to enable licensed dietitians to practice across state lines. The Compact allows states to participate and join, and outlines the rights and responsibilities of member states. The bill provides details on the Compact's structure, powers, rulemaking authority, enforcement mechanisms, and other operational aspects. Overall, the bill aims to enhance mobility and access to dietetics services by creating a multi-state licensure compact for dietitians.
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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: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/04/2024
• Last Action: Prefiled (H)
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MI bill #SB1023 • Last Action 12/04/2024
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: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act by modifying the grounds for which a public body can go into closed session. Key changes include allowing closed sessions to consult with the public body's attorney regarding pending or potential litigation or to obtain a legal opinion, to consider a demand or offer to settle a claim against the public body, to consider a lawsuit the public body is contemplating filing, and to consult regarding a criminal investigation against a member or employee of the public body. The bill also clarifies language around closed sessions for personnel evaluations, student disciplinary matters, and collective bargaining negotiations.
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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: 10/02/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Veronica Klinefelt (D)*, Sue Shink (D), Erika Geiss (D), Mallory McMorrow (D), Stephanie Chang (D), John Cherry (D), Dayna Polehanki (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 12/04/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations
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MO bill #HB374 • Last Action 12/04/2024
Modifies provisions relating to the Missouri ethics commission
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to the Missouri Ethics Commission. The key provisions include: 1. Requires political subdivisions with annual budgets over $1 million to submit an attestation to the Commission each year on whether their budget exceeds $1 million. It also requires certain offices and entities to provide the Commission with a list of officials, appointees, and employees required to file financial interest statements. 2. Clarifies the requirements and procedures for filing financial interest statements, including deadlines and content. It also allows political subdivisions to adopt their own conflict of interest disclosure methods to be exempt from the state's requirements. 3. Expands the duties and powers of the Missouri Ethics Commission, including requiring it to obtain lists of decision-making public servants and candidates required to file financial interest statements from political subdivisions. It also allows the Commission to subpoena witnesses and documents as part of its enforcement responsibilities. 4. Provides additional details on the Commission's structure, membership, and operations, such as the process for appointing and removing commissioners and the Commission's ability to issue advisory opinions. Overall, the bill aims to enhance disclosure and oversight of potential conflicts of interest by public officials and employees at both the state and local levels.
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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: 1
• Last Amended: 12/04/2024
• Last Action: Prefiled (H)
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MI bill #SB1180 • Last Action 12/04/2024
Health: other; palliative care advisory task force; create. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 2220.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Palliative Care Advisory Task Force within the Michigan Department of Health. The task force will have 13 members appointed by the governor, including palliative care experts, patient representatives, and insurance industry representatives. The task force is required to meet quarterly, conduct its business transparently, and provide the legislature with a recommended definition of palliative care, conduct research, make recommendations to expand palliative care, identify services and reimbursement measures, develop program metrics, collaborate with stakeholders, educate the public, and assess the capacity of palliative care providers. The task force must also create an annual report identifying palliative care services available and those that are not offered but would be beneficial.
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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 2220.
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• Introduced: 12/04/2024
• Added: 12/04/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Rosemary Bayer (D)*, Erika Geiss (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/04/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Health Policy
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CA bill #AB11 • Last Action 12/03/2024
The Social Housing Act.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill would enact the Social Housing Act and create the California Housing Authority (CHA) as an independent state body. The CHA's mission would be to develop and acquire social housing that aligns with the goal of eliminating the gap between housing production and regional housing needs assessment targets. The bill would define social housing as publicly owned, mixed-income housing that is protected from market forces and speculation. The bill would prescribe the composition and powers of the CHA Board, require the CHA to prepare annual business plans, and establish a Social Housing Revolving Loan Fund to provide zero-interest loans for constructing mixed-income housing. The bill would require the CHA to employ rental and ownership models for social housing and set eligibility requirements for residents, prioritizing those who were previously displaced. The bill would also authorize the CHA to issue revenue bonds and intends for the Legislature to provide financing through general obligation bonds.
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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: 1 : Alex Lee (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: From printer. May be heard in committee January 2.
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MI bill #HB6190 • Last Action 12/03/2024
State: symbol; Michigan state flag; redesign, and create flag commission to conduct redesign contest. Amends title & sec. 3 of 1911 PA 209 (MCL 2.23) & adds sec. 3a.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends a 1911 law to redesign the Michigan state flag and create a flag commission to conduct a redesign contest. The current state flag design, which is blue charged with the state's coat of arms, will remain in use until December 31, 2025. Beginning January 1, 2026, the new design winner selected by the flag commission will become the official state flag. The bill outlines the composition and duties of the 17-member flag commission, which will oversee the design contest and selection process from January to September 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1911 PA 209, entitled"An act to adopt and prescribe the design of a state coat-of-arms and state flag, and their use; to prohibit the use of the same for advertising purposes; to prescribe standards for the manufacture, sale, and display of certain flags of the United States and the state flag; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials,"by amending the title and section 3 (MCL 2.23), the title as amended by 2012 PA 167, and by adding section 3a.
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• Introduced: 11/26/2024
• Added: 11/27/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Skaggs (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 11/26/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 12/03/2024
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MO bill #HB288 • Last Action 12/02/2024
Exempts state legislators from paying labor costs associated with responding to sunshine law requests
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill exempts state legislators from paying labor costs associated with responding to sunshine law requests. Under current law, public governmental bodies are allowed to charge fees for copying public records, including staff time for making the copies. This bill adds an exception that allows members of the state legislature to be exempt from these fees, except for the material cost of paper copies if they request paper copies. The bill specifies that these copying fees are not considered "taxes, licenses, or fees" under the state constitution's tax limitation provisions.
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Bill Summary: Exempts state legislators from paying labor costs associated with responding to sunshine law requests
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Raychel Proudie (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: Prefiled (H)
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MO bill #HB145 • Last Action 12/02/2024
Modifies provisions of the sunshine law
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions of the Missouri Sunshine Law, which governs public access to government records and meetings. The key changes include: clarifying that settlement agreements and vote records related to legal actions involving public bodies must be made public upon final disposition, with some exceptions; allowing certain security-related information to be closed, such as security system details and computer system configurations; and exempting certain records of minors held by cities, towns, villages, and park boards from public disclosure, except when requested by the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations for enforcement purposes.
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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: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: Prefiled (H)
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MO bill #HB59 • Last Action 12/02/2024
Adds an exemption to the sunshine law for state parks records
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds a new exemption to the sunshine law in Missouri, allowing state parks to withhold individually identifiable customer information for visitors who make camping, lodging, or shelter reservations, unless the records are requested by the visitor or authorized for release by the visitor. This exemption is meant to protect the privacy of individuals who use state park facilities.
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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: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: Prefiled (H)
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MO bill #SB412 • Last Action 12/01/2024
Establishes provisions relating to dietitians, including reciprocity, nonrenewable temporary licenses, and the Dietitian Licensure Compact
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes provisions relating to dietitians, including reciprocity, nonrenewable temporary licenses, and the Dietitian Licensure Compact. The key provisions include: - Allowing dietitians licensed in another state for at least one year to apply for a Missouri license without requiring an examination, as long as they meet certain requirements. This includes waiving any examination, educational, or experience requirements for nonresident and resident military spouses. - Allowing applicants who have not previously passed an examination to obtain a nonrenewable temporary license in Missouri to practice under the supervision of a licensed Missouri dietitian. - Establishing the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which allows for interstate practice of dietetics with the goal of improving public access to dietetics services. The Compact creates a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission to administer the agreement between member states. The bill aims to increase public access to dietetics services, provide opportunities for interstate practice, and eliminate the necessity for licenses in multiple states, among other objectives. It also includes provisions for adverse actions, data sharing, rulemaking, and enforcement of the Compact.
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Bill Summary: Establishes provisions relating to dietitians, including reciprocity, nonrenewable temporary licenses, and the Dietitian Licensure Compact
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 12/07/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Curtis Trent (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/06/2024
• Last Action: Prefiled
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MO bill #SB86 • Last Action 12/01/2024
Modifies provisions relating to municipal elections
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to municipal elections in Missouri. Key changes include: - Moving the general municipal election day from the first Tuesday in April to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, aligning it with the statewide general election day. The primary election day for municipal elections is also moved to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in August. - Allowing special districts with 2,000 or fewer inhabitants to opt out of holding elections if the number of candidates equals the number of positions to be filled. - Requiring declarations of candidacy for municipal offices to include the candidate's party affiliation. - Changing when school districts must place before voters a proposal to continue participation in an urban voluntary school transfer program, from the April election to the general municipal election day in November. The bill also makes various other changes to the timing and procedures for municipal and special district elections across the state.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to municipal elections
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 12/07/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Nicola (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/05/2024
• Last Action: Prefiled
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MI bill #HB6124 • Last Action 11/26/2024
Local government: authorities; revisions to the recreational authorities act; provide for. Amends secs. 5, 7 & 9 of 2000 PA 321 (MCL 123.1135 et seq.) & adds sec. 10.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Recreational Authorities Act by making several changes. It reduces the minimum number of municipalities or districts required to establish a recreational authority from two to one. It specifies that a recreational authority is a governmental subdivision or unit of the state and a public body corporate and politic. The bill also expands the permissible purposes for which an authority can be established, including the acquisition, construction, operation, maintenance, or improvement of a public forest and natural resources area. Additionally, the bill provides more flexibility for authorities to manage their assets, funds, and operations, and addresses the disposition of property upon the dissolution of an authority. Finally, the bill contains an enacting section that makes the amendments contingent on the enactment of another bill.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 2000 PA 321, entitled"Recreational authorities act,"by amending sections 5, 7, and 9 (MCL 123.1135, 123.1137, and 123.1139), section 5 as amended by 2003 PA 135, and by adding section 10.
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• Introduced: 11/14/2024
• Added: 11/15/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Jenn Hill (D)*, Jason Morgan (D), Natalie Price (D), Rachel Hood (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 11/14/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 11/26/2024
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NV bill #AB59 • Last Action 11/26/2024
Revises provisions relating to governmental administration. (BDR 45-300)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several revisions to laws relating to governmental administration, including: 1. Expanding the enforcement authority and peace officer powers of game wardens to include the enforcement of all laws of the State of Nevada, not just those relating to wildlife and the Nevada Boat Act. 2. Expanding the prohibition on intentionally feeding "big game mammals" to instead prohibit intentionally feeding any wildlife classified as a wild mammal or game bird by the Board of Wildlife Commissioners. 3. Prohibiting knowingly bringing into or possessing in this State the excrement or bodily fluid of certain animals, in addition to prohibiting the carcass or parts of the carcass. 4. Increasing the civil penalty for unlawfully killing or possessing a moose from $250-$5,000 to $5,000-$30,000, treating it the same as other "trophy big game mammals." 5. Eliminating the permit program for importing, possessing or propagating "alternative livestock" (certain species of fallow deer or reindeer), effectively prohibiting these activities unless authorized under other state regulations.
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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: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/22/2024
• Last Action: From printer.
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NV bill #SB68 • Last Action 11/26/2024
Revises provisions relating to behavioral health. (BDR 54-403)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies and enters into the Social Work Licensure Compact, which creates a multistate license with uniform licensing requirements for social workers in all member states. The bill also requires certain licensing boards that regulate various professions related to behavioral health to report additional information annually, including details on their procedures for collecting data, reasons for denying applications, and information about applicants' intended practice locations. The Compact aims to facilitate interstate practice of social workers, improve public access to competent social work services, and promote mobility and address workforce shortages by eliminating the need for licenses in multiple states.
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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: 2
• Last Amended: 11/22/2024
• Last Action: From printer.
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NV bill #AB64 • Last Action 11/26/2024
Revises provisions relating to public meetings. (BDR 19-445)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises various provisions of the Open Meeting Law in Nevada. Key changes include: 1. Clarifying that a "meeting" does not include gatherings of public body members to receive legal advice and deliberate on the matter, as long as the deliberation is limited to the legal advice. 2. Requiring public bodies to allow each speaker at least 3 minutes of public comment during periods devoted to public comment. It also allows public bodies to refuse to accept public comment on issues of fact or law in a contested case until after the case has reached a final decision. 3. Prohibiting public bodies from holding meetings by remote technology system if they will be adjudicating contested cases or holding workshops/hearings on regulations, unless there is a physical location where the public can attend and participate. 4. Providing that statements made by a witness testifying under oath before a public body are absolutely privileged, and generally preserving civil causes of action for defamatory statements made during public comment. 5. Modifying the applicability of the Open Meeting Law's notice and open meeting requirements to certain disciplinary proceedings against licensees.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public meetings; revising the definition of meeting for purposes of the Open Meeting Law; requiring that each speaker during a period devoted to public comment be allowed a minimum time to provide public comment; 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 meetings; 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: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/22/2024
• Last Action: From printer.
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MA bill #H3725 • Last Action 11/25/2024
Amending the charter of the city of Greenfield
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the charter of the city known as the town of Greenfield. The key provisions include: - Changes to the roles and selection of the City Council President and Vice President, including the process for filling vacancies in those positions. - Provisions related to the Mayor's power to appoint and remove city officers and department heads. - Modifications to the process for calling special meetings of the City Council and the Mayor. - Revisions to the rules and procedures of the School Committee, including the process for filling School Committee vacancies. - Changes to the budget process, including public hearings and the submission of the Mayor's proposed budget. - Establishment of a Department of Municipal Finance and a Public Safety Commission with oversight and advisory responsibilities. - Amendments to the structure and responsibilities of various other city boards and commissions. - Updates to the city's personnel system, including the merit principle for appointments and promotions. Overall, the bill makes a number of administrative and governance changes to the city's charter, affecting the powers and procedures of the Mayor, City Council, School Committee, and various city departments and boards.
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Bill Summary: Relative to amending the charter of the city known as the town of Greenfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 04/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Natalie Blais (D)*, Jo Comerford (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/06/2023
• Last Action: Signed by the , Chapter of the Acts of 2024
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MA bill #H5100 • Last Action 11/25/2024
Relative to strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadership
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled "Relative to strengthening Massachusetts' economic leadership", proposes a range of measures to promote economic development, job creation, and growth in the state of Massachusetts. The key provisions of the bill include: This bill establishes a $2.9 billion bond authorization to finance various economic development initiatives, including: - A grant program for employment social enterprises that provide paid employment opportunities and supportive services for individuals facing barriers to employment. - Funding for the Seaport Economic Council to support economic development and job creation in coastal communities. - Grants to grow Massachusetts-based companies commercializing technologies developed with federal research and development funding. - Funding for blue economy initiatives at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. - A program to provide matching grants to community development financial institutions and community development corporations to leverage federal or private investment for small business loans. - Funding for the Brownfields Redevelopment Fund to support the redevelopment of contaminated properties. - A competitive grant program to improve facilities and destinations visited by in-state and out-of-state travelers to increase tourism. - Funding for capital improvements at facilities operated by Zoo New England. - Funding for the Massachusetts Broadband Incentive Fund for broadband infrastructure improvements. - Funding for the MassWorks infrastructure program and a program to support the redevelopment of blighted, vacant or underutilized properties. - Funding for the Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund and grants to municipalities and regional organizations to support economic development. - Funding for the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority to assist students and institutions of higher education. The bill also makes changes to economic development incentive programs, including: - Allowing the Economic Assistance Coordinating Council (EACC) to authorize refundable tax credits. - Authorizing municipalities to offer tax increment financing and special tax assessments to support economic development projects. - Establishing a permit regulatory office within the Executive Office of Economic Development to serve as a state permit ombudsman and streamline local permitting processes. - Establishing a rural development program to promote economic opportunity in rural communities. Additionally, the bill makes changes to various other laws and programs, including: - Establishing a Nurse Licensure Compact to allow nurses licensed in one state to practice in other member states. - Authorizing the Department of Agricultural Resources to acquire land to support the mission of the department. - Requiring the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to set measurable educator diversity goals and collect and report on diversity data. - Establishing a program to address the capital needs of nursing facilities. - Creating a live theater tax credit program. - Establishing a climatetech tax incentive program to support research, development, innovation, manufacturing, and deployment in the climatetech sector. - Authorizing the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency to establish a growth capital division to provide financing and support to small businesses. Overall, this bill aims to strengthen Massachusetts' economic competitiveness by investing in infrastructure, supporting business growth and innovation, developing the workforce, and promoting economic development in communities across the state.
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Bill Summary: Relative to strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadership (House, No. 4804), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 5100).
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• Introduced: 11/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 11/13/2024
• Last Action: For actions on the sections returned with recommendations of amendment, see H5111
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NV bill #AB46 • Last Action 11/22/2024
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: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes that the privilege of confidentiality is not waived when certain entities, such as public utilities and governmental entities, disclose or make available confidential information to the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada and other authorized persons or entities. The bill aims to protect the confidentiality of information that is subject to examination by the Commission, even when it is shared with the Commission and other authorized parties, as long as further public disclosure is prohibited.
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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: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/21/2024
• Last Action: From printer.
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TX bill #SB498 • Last Action 11/22/2024
Relating to the Licensed Professional Counselors Compact; authorizing fees.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Licensed Professional Counselors Compact, which establishes a multi-state licensure compact for licensed professional counselors. The key provisions of the bill include: - Allowing licensed professional counselors to practice in other member states through a "privilege to practice" provision, which provides for mutual recognition of licenses between member states. - Establishing the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact, including promulgating rules, investigating disciplinary matters, and facilitating the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information between member states. - Permitting member states to charge fees for granting the privilege to practice and allowing the Commission to levy annual assessments on member states to cover its operating costs. - Providing qualified immunity, legal defense, and indemnification for the Commission and its representatives. - Authorizing the Commission to develop and maintain a coordinated database system to track licensure, adverse actions, and investigative information on licensed professional counselors. - Outlining procedures for rulemaking, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact's provisions. - Specifying that the compact will take effect once it is enacted into law by 10 member states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Licensed Professional Counselors Compact; authorizing fees.
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• Introduced: 11/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Sparks (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/22/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB1433 • Last Action 11/21/2024
Relating to efficiency audits for certain political subdivisions.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires certain political subdivisions in Texas, other than school districts, to conduct an efficiency audit if they have adopted an ad valorem tax rate exceeding the "no-new-revenue tax rate" for five consecutive years. The efficiency audit must investigate the political subdivision's fiscal management, efficiency, and utilization of resources. The political subdivision must pay for the audit, which must be completed within three months and the results must be discussed in an open meeting and posted online. Exceptions are provided for political subdivisions located in a disaster area declared by the governor and for tax years prior to 2022. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to efficiency audits for certain political subdivisions.
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• Introduced: 11/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hillary Hickland (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/21/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB1442 • Last Action 11/21/2024
Relating to the Internet broadcast or recording of certain open meetings.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires certain state government agencies to broadcast their open meetings live over the internet and maintain archived video and audio recordings of those meetings on their websites. Specifically, it applies to state agencies with an annual general revenue appropriation of over $10 million and 100 or more full-time employees. The bill also requires other state government agencies to make audio or video recordings of their open meetings available online within 7 days. The bill exempts agencies from these requirements in the event of a catastrophe or technical breakdown, and allows agencies to contract with private entities to help broadcast and archive the meetings.
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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: 1 : Donna Howard (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/21/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #SB411 • Last Action 11/21/2024
Relating to training requirements for certain public officials and candidates for public office.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of the Texas Education Code, Government Code, and Tax Code to modify training requirements for certain public officials and candidates for public office. Key provisions include: the state agency providing and certifying completion of required training for school board trustees and candidates; the Court of Criminal Appeals ensuring adequate education programs are available for judges and court personnel; the Division of Emergency Management and Attorney General's Office providing and approving training courses on open meetings and public information; and the Comptroller providing and approving required continuing education for certain county officials. The bill also repeals some existing training requirements and stipulates that the amendments only apply to training conducted on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to training requirements for certain public officials and candidates for public office.
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• Introduced: 11/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mayes Middleton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/21/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #SB413 • Last Action 11/21/2024
Relating to the meetings of the boards of trustees of independent school districts.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Education Code to require that the minutes of regular or special meetings of the board of trustees of an independent school district reflect each member's attendance and vote on any item voted on by the board. Additionally, the bill requires the board to post the minutes and any resolutions adopted on the district's website within seven days of the meeting. Finally, the bill specifies that the minutes and tape recordings of open meetings must be accessible to the public in accordance with the Government Code.
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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: 1 : Mayes Middleton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/21/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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MA bill #H4272 • Last Action 11/21/2024
Relative to providing for recall elections in the town of North Brookfield
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends a 2002 law to provide for recall elections in the town of North Brookfield, Massachusetts. The bill outlines the specific reasons for which a recall can be initiated, including lack of fitness (e.g., insobriety, involuntary commitment, or being placed under guardianship), corruption (e.g., felony conviction, bribery, or extortion), neglect of duties (e.g., repeated absences without just cause), and misfeasance (e.g., unlawful performance of official acts, conflict of interest, or ethical violations). The bill was passed by a margin of 62 to 22 after a hand vote was deemed too close to call.
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Bill Summary: Relative to providing for recall elections in the town of North Brookfield. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Donnie Berthiaume (R)*, Peter Durant (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/22/2024
• Last Action: Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session
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US bill #S914 • Last Action 11/21/2024
ETAP Act of 2024 Energy Threat Analysis Program Act of 2024
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Energy Threat Analysis Program Act of 2024 (ETAP Act of 2024), aims to establish an energy threat analysis center within the Department of Energy (DOE). The key provisions are: 1. The bill directs the Secretary of Energy to establish an energy threat analysis program to facilitate public-private collaboration, enhance situational awareness of threats to the energy sector, analyze threats, identify mitigation measures, support response and restoration activities, inform research and development, and enhance emergency response capabilities. 2. The program will be managed by the DOE's Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response, and supported by the Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence. 3. The program will coordinate with other federal agencies, such as the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Defense, to align priorities and enable support. 4. The program will regularly consult with state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as information sharing and analysis organizations and other relevant entities. 5. The program is authorized to receive $50 million in funding for the period of fiscal years 2025 through 2029 and will terminate 10 years after the bill's enactment.
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Bill Summary: A bill to establish an energy threat analysis center in the Department of Energy.
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• Introduced: 03/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Risch (R)*, Joe Manchin (I)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 11/25/2024
• Last Action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 580.
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TX bill #SB414 • Last Action 11/21/2024
Relating to the text of ballot propositions for bond elections.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 11.0621 of the Texas Education Code to require school district boards of trustees to record and post on their website the attendance and voting records of each board member, as well as any resolutions adopted, within seven days of a meeting. The bill also specifies that the minutes and recordings of open meetings must be accessible to the public in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. The bill takes 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: 1 : Mayes Middleton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/21/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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NV bill #SB34 • Last Action 11/20/2024
Revises provisions relating to certain providers of health care. (BDR 54-449)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies and enters Nevada into five interstate compacts that allow for the mutual recognition of licenses for certain healthcare providers across state lines. Specifically: 1. The PA Licensure Compact allows physician assistants licensed in one state to practice in other member states. It establishes requirements for participating states and outlines the process for physician assistants to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other states. 2. The Nurse Licensure Compact allows nurses licensed in one state to obtain a multistate license to practice in other member states. It sets eligibility requirements and authorizes member states to take disciplinary action against a nurse's multistate license. 3. The Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact allows audiologists and speech-language pathologists licensed in one state to practice in other member states. It establishes requirements for the "compact privilege" and outlines the process for disciplining providers. 4. The Physical Therapy Licensure Compact allows physical therapists and physical therapist assistants licensed in one state to practice in other member states. It details the requirements for the "compact privilege" and provisions for disciplinary actions. 5. The Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants licensed in one state to practice in other member states. It outlines the "compact privilege" process and provisions for disciplinary actions. The bill also requires the Department of Health and Human Services to study the potential impacts of these compacts on the availability of relevant healthcare services in Nevada and report the findings to the Patient Protection Commission and the Legislature.
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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: 2
• Last Amended: 11/17/2024
• Last Action: From printer.
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US bill #HR10082 • Last Action 11/19/2024
Oregon Owyhee Wilderness and Community Protection Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Oregon Owyhee Wilderness and Community Protection Act, establishes the Malheur County Grazing Management Program to provide operational flexibility to authorized grazing permittees and lessees on federal land in Malheur County, Oregon. It designates over 900,000 acres of federal land in the county as new wilderness areas, releases other federal land from wilderness study, and requires the Bureau of Land Management to amend its resource management plan for the area. The bill also conveys certain federal and state lands to the Burns Paiute Tribe, establishes a co-stewardship area with the Tribe, and provides for continuing livestock grazing on non-wilderness federal lands in the county.
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Bill Summary: A BILL To provide for the establishment of a grazing management program on Federal land in Malheur County, Oregon, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 11/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 2 : Cliff Bentz (R)*, Russ Fulcher (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 11/06/2024
• Last Action: Subcommittee Hearings Held
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IL bill #HB5829 • Last Action 11/18/2024
CLEAN&EQUITABLE TRANSPORTATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Clean and Equitable Transportation Act, has several key provisions: 1. It creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority to consolidate and integrate the operations of the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and Suburban Bus Division of the former Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority itself. The new Metropolitan Mobility Authority will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and providing public transportation services across the metropolitan region. 2. It establishes the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act, which creates the Office of Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund. This will provide funding and technical assistance to support transit-oriented development near high-quality transit, with a focus on increasing affordable housing and workforce housing opportunities. 3. It enacts the Zero-Emission Vehicle Act, which requires all on-road vehicles purchased or leased by governmental units to be zero-emission or near zero-emission vehicles by 2048. 4. It includes provisions to improve transparency and accountability in the operations of the new Metropolitan Mobility Authority, such as requiring performance-based compensation for senior executives, public reporting on system performance and safety, and oversight by the Auditor General and an independent Inspector General. 5. It provides the new Metropolitan Mobility Authority with expanded taxing and bonding authority to fund capital improvements and operations, while also requiring the Authority to develop strategic plans, capital programs, and service standards to guide its investments in a data-driven and equitable manner. Overall, the bill is aimed at creating a more integrated, efficient, and equitable regional public transportation system to meet the needs of the metropolitan area.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, and 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, instead creating 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 and repeals those Acts. Includes provisions about the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act. Establishes the Office of Transit-Oriented Development. 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. Creates the Zero-Emission Vehicle Act. Provides that all on-road vehicles purchased or leased by a governmental unit on or after January 1, 2028 must be a manufactured zero-emission vehicle, repowered zero-emission vehicle, manufactured near zero-emission vehicle, or repowered near zero-emission vehicle. Provides that on and after January 1, 2033, all on-road vehicles purchased or leased by a governmental unit must be a manufactured zero-emission vehicle or repowered zero-emission vehicle. Provides that, by January 1, 2048, all on-road vehicles operated by a governmental unit must be a manufactured or repowered zero-emission vehicle. Sets forth provisions implementing the Act, including requiring the Department of Central Management Services to adopt certain rules. Amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes for the new Acts and to make other changes. Provides that some provisions are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 04/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Eva-Dina Delgado (D)*, Kam Buckner (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Theresa Mah (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Joyce Mason (D), Ann Williams (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/29/2024
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Ann M. Williams
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NJ bill #A1858 • Last Action 11/14/2024
Allows public bodies to conduct meetings by electronic means.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows public bodies in New Jersey to conduct meetings by electronic means, either in whole or in part, regardless of whether there is a declared state of emergency, public health emergency, or disaster emergency. It removes the previous requirement that such electronic meetings only be permitted during declared emergencies. The bill also allows public bodies to provide electronic notice of meetings instead of the typical adequate notice required, as long as they limit the business conducted to matters necessary for the continuing operation of government and related to the emergency. The Department of Community Affairs and State Board of Education can adopt rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of the bill.
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Bill Summary: Allows public bodies to conduct meetings by electronic means.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Herb Conaway (D)*, Shanique Speight (D)*, Gary Schaer (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/15/2024
• Last Action: Reported out of Assembly Comm. with Amendments, 2nd Reading
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TX bill #HB1302 • Last Action 11/13/2024
Relating to the creation of the Alzheimer's Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alzheimer's Prevention and Research Institute of Texas to create and expedite innovation in research on Alzheimer's disease and related disorders, attract research capabilities to the state, and develop and implement a research plan. The institute will be governed by the Alzheimer's Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee, composed of members appointed by the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house. The institute will be funded through the Alzheimer's Prevention and Research Fund, which would be established by a proposed constitutional amendment transferring $3 billion from state general revenue. The bill also outlines the institute's powers and duties, committee structure, grant award procedures, and conflict of interest policies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the creation of the Alzheimer's Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
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• Introduced: 11/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Richard Raymond (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/13/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #SB83 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by handgun license holders on the campus of a school district or open-enrollment charter school.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows licensed handgun holders to carry concealed handguns on the campuses of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools in Texas. The bill prohibits school districts and open-enrollment charter schools from adopting any rules or regulations that would restrict or prohibit licensed handgun holders from carrying concealed handguns on their campuses. The bill also provides certain immunities for school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, and their employees from liability for damages caused by actions of licensed handgun holders. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by handgun license holders on the campus of a school district or open-enrollment charter school.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bob Hall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB189 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the filing with the Texas Ethics Commission of campaign treasurer appointments and reports of political contributions and political expenditures.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various sections of the Texas Election Code to require the filing of campaign treasurer appointments and political contribution and expenditure reports with the Texas Ethics Commission, rather than with various local authorities. The bill also makes changes to the reporting requirements, such as defining when a candidate or political committee is considered "inactive" and can have their campaign treasurer appointment terminated. Additionally, the bill specifies that all reports required under Chapter 254 of the Election Code must be filed with the Texas Ethics Commission. The changes in this bill apply to campaign treasurer appointments and reports filed on or after January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the filing with the Texas Ethics Commission of campaign treasurer appointments and reports of political contributions and political expenditures.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cody Vasut (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB382 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain elderly persons and their surviving spouses.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to create a new exemption from ad valorem (property) taxation for the total appraised value of the residence homesteads of individuals who are 72 years of age or older and have received the homestead exemption for at least the preceding 10 years. It also extends a similar tax exemption to the surviving spouses of such individuals, provided the surviving spouse was 55 years of age or older when the deceased spouse died. The bill also makes related changes to existing property tax laws to accommodate this new exemption. The provisions of this bill would only take effect if the Texas Legislature's proposed constitutional amendment to create this new tax exemption is approved by voters.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain elderly persons and their surviving spouses.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cecil Bell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #SB286 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the receipt of financial benefits by the superintendent of a school district for certain services performed by the superintendent.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Education Code to restrict the types of financial benefits that a school district superintendent can receive for performing personal services. Specifically, the bill prohibits superintendents from receiving financial benefits for services performed for any business entity that conducts or solicits business with the district, any education business that provides services related to the district's curriculum or administration, or another school district. However, the bill allows superintendents to receive financial benefits for services performed for other entities, such as open-enrollment charter schools or institutions of higher education, if the school board approves it in an open meeting. The bill also clarifies that the reimbursement of reasonable expenses is not considered a financial benefit.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the receipt of financial benefits by the superintendent of a school district for certain services performed by the superintendent.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Borris Miles (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB755 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to certain requirements applicable to certain public entities that engage in lobbying.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Government Code to add restrictions on lobbying expenditures and reimbursements by certain public entities, including political subdivisions, special districts, regional authorities, public institutions of higher education, and publicly owned utilities. The key provisions require a public entity's governing body to authorize by majority vote any expenditure to contract with a registered lobbyist, limit reimbursements to lobbyists for food, beverages, or entertainment, and allow residents to file complaints with the Texas Ethics Commission if the entity does not comply. The bill also repeals an existing section of the Government Code and specifies that the new requirements only apply to contracts entered into on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025.
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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: 1 : David Spiller (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB932 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing fees.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege." The compact aims to improve public access to occupational therapy services, enhance states' ability to protect public health and safety, encourage multi-state practice cooperation, support military spouses, and facilitate telehealth services. The bill establishes the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to administer the compact, including setting rules, investigating disciplinary actions, and resolving disputes between member states. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.
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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: 1 : Armando Walle (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB683 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates the public school finance system in Texas by changing the basis for funding from average daily attendance to average enrollment. The key provisions include: - Replacing references to "average daily attendance" with "average enrollment" throughout the Education Code. - Directing the commissioner to determine the method for calculating average enrollment for school districts. - Adjusting funding formulas and allotments to use the new average enrollment metric instead of average daily attendance. - Making conforming changes to various provisions related to school finance, such as determining wealth per student, calculating dropout and completion rates, and distributing available school funds. The bill aims to align the school funding system with the current enrollment-based approach rather than the previous attendance-based model. This change is intended to provide more stable and predictable funding for school districts.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Diego Bernal (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB642 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to a limitation on the total amount of ad valorem taxes that a school district may impose on certain residence homesteads following a substantial school tax increase.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to limit the amount of school district ad valorem (property) taxes that can be imposed on certain residence homesteads following a substantial increase in those taxes. The key provisions are: 1. If a residence homestead has been owned by the same individual for at least 15 consecutive years, and the total school taxes on that homestead have increased by at least 120% during that 15-year period, the school district may not impose taxes on that homestead exceeding the least of: the current year's tax amount, the 15th year's tax amount, or the amount limited under an existing homestead tax freeze. 2. This limitation would not apply to taxes imposed on new improvements made to the homestead, with some exceptions. 3. The surviving spouse of an individual who qualified for this limitation would be able to continue receiving it. 4. The bill also makes conforming changes to the Tax Code and Education Code to account for this new homestead tax limitation provision. The bill would take effect on January 1, 2026, but only if a related constitutional amendment is approved by Texas voters.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a limitation on the total amount of ad valorem taxes that a school district may impose on certain residence homesteads following a substantial school tax increase.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Diego Bernal (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB638 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to a requirement that certain water districts make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code to require certain water districts, in addition to transit authorities, school districts, home-rule municipalities, and county commissioners courts, to make audio and video recordings of their open meetings available on the Internet. The changes in the law only apply to open meetings held on or after the effective date of the bill, which is September 1, 2025.
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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: 1 : Carl Tepper (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #SB180 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the Texas Redistricting Commission.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Texas Redistricting Commission, a non-partisan body responsible for redrawing the state's legislative and congressional districts after each decennial census. The commission will be composed of 14 members selected through an application process and random drawing, with representatives from the major political parties and independent members. The commission will be required to hold public hearings, solicit public input, and display proposed maps for public comment before finalizing the new district boundaries. The bill also outlines provisions related to the commission's operations, staffing, and funding.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Texas Redistricting Commission.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : José Menéndez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB236 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system. The key provisions of the bill include: - Replacing references to "average daily attendance" with "average enrollment" throughout various sections of the Education Code. - Providing adjustments to a district's average enrollment for certain programs and circumstances, such as districts in disaster areas or those offering additional instructional time. - Modifying funding formulas and allotments to use the average enrollment measure instead of average daily attendance. - Aligning other education-related provisions, such as student/teacher ratios and detachment of property, to the use of average enrollment. The bill is intended to shift the public school finance system from using average daily attendance to average enrollment as the primary measure for determining funding and related requirements. The change is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooks Landgraf (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #SB233 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the public school finance system.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to the public school finance system in Texas. Key provisions of the bill include: - Changing the definition of "average attendance" to "average enrollment" throughout the education code to base school funding on the number of students enrolled rather than the number attending. - Increasing the basic allotment provided to school districts per student from $6,160 to $7,750, with annual increases tied to inflation. - Providing additional funding allotments for small and mid-sized school districts, students in special education and bilingual/ESL programs, career and technical education programs, and early childhood education. - Modifying provisions related to school district property value adjustments, attendance credits, and the transfer of students between districts to reduce local revenue levels that exceed state funding entitlements. - The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the public school finance system.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB1257 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the compensation of public school educators, the public school finance system, public school prekindergarten and kindergarten programs, and the school health and related services program.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill makes several changes to the compensation of public school educators, the public school finance system, public school prekindergarten and kindergarten programs, and the school health and related services program. Key provisions: - Establishes minimum annual salaries for various categories of public school employees based on their years of experience and certifications. - Requires school districts to use at least 50% of the difference in their pension contributions due to the new salary schedule to increase the average total compensation of classroom teachers, librarians, counselors, and nurses. - Adjusts the basic allotment formula for school funding and provides additional funding for special education, school safety, and mental health services. - Requires public school prekindergarten to be offered on a full-day basis and expands eligibility. - Requires the Medicaid program to reimburse local education agencies for mental and behavioral health services provided to Medicaid-enrolled students. Overall, the bill aims to increase educator compensation, enhance school funding, and expand access to early childhood education and student health services.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the compensation of public school educators, the public school finance system, public school prekindergarten and kindergarten programs, and the school health and related services program.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Bryant (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB185 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the creation of the Mental Health and Brain Research Institute of Texas.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Mental Health and Brain Research Institute of Texas. The institute will award grants to further mental health and brain research, including research into the causes, prevention, treatment, and cures for mental health and brain-related issues. The bill establishes an oversight committee, peer review committee, and other committees to govern the institute. It also creates the Mental Health and Brain Institute Research Fund to provide funding for the institute's activities. The bill sets requirements for managing conflicts of interest and procedures for awarding grants. The institute is eligible to receive funding deposited into the new research fund if voters approve a related constitutional amendment.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the creation of the Mental Health and Brain Research Institute of Texas.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Senfronia Thompson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB1259 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the establishment of the State Agency Rules Review Commission and the procedures by which state agencies adopt rules.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the State Agency Rules Review Commission, a legislative oversight body that will review rules adopted by state agencies in Texas. The commission will have 11 members, including 4 state senators, 4 state representatives, and 3 public members. The commission will review final rules adopted by state agencies to determine if the agency has the authority to adopt the rule and if the rule is clear, unambiguous, and reasonably necessary. If the commission approves a rule, it can take effect, but if the commission objects, the agency must revise and resubmit the rule. The bill also requires the commission to broadcast its meetings online and make materials available on its website.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the establishment of the State Agency Rules Review Commission and the procedures by which state agencies adopt rules.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carl Tepper (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB1040 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing or carrying certain weapons in certain facilities or residences providing services to individuals with an intellectual disability or a developmental disability.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled "Joshua's Act," amends the Texas Penal Code to prohibit the possession or carrying of certain weapons, such as firearms, location-restricted knives, and clubs, in certain facilities or residences that provide services to individuals with an intellectual disability or a developmental disability. The bill also defines the terms "intellectual disability" and "developmental disability" as used in the Penal Code. Additionally, the bill provides an exception to the prohibition for individuals who hold a handgun license and were not given effective notice of the restriction. The changes made by this bill apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing or carrying certain weapons in certain facilities or residences providing services to individuals with an intellectual disability or a developmental disability.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Turner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB276 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Education Code to change the way average enrollment, rather than average daily attendance, is calculated and used for purposes of the public school finance system. The key provisions include: - Replacing references to "average daily attendance" with "average enrollment" throughout the code - Defining average enrollment as the average number of students enrolled in a school district during a school year - Requiring the agency to use a school district's total enrollment on the last Friday of October and March to estimate the district's average enrollment for that school year - Making conforming changes to provisions related to school funding, tax rates, attendance requirements, and other areas that previously relied on average daily attendance data The bill aims to shift the public school finance system to focus on average enrollment rather than average daily attendance as the basis for funding and other calculations. This change is intended to provide more stability and predictability for school districts in the face of fluctuations in student attendance.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Bucy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB1157 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system. Key provisions of the bill include: - Replacing references to "average daily attendance" with "average enrollment" throughout the Education Code to align with how school funding is calculated. - Providing adjustments to a school district's average enrollment in certain circumstances, such as when the district experiences a decline in enrollment or provides additional instructional days for prekindergarten through 5th grade students. - Modifying formulas and requirements related to various allotments and funding mechanisms based on student enrollment, such as the small and mid-sized district allotment, the special education allotment, and the bilingual education allotment. - Repealing provisions related to calculating average daily attendance for certain programs and determining attendance for funding purposes. - Taking effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the use of average enrollment for purposes of the public school finance system.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gina Hinojosa (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Filed
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NV bill #AB22 • Last Action 11/12/2024
Revises provisions relating to the Public Employees' Benefits Program. (BDR 23-311)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers the duty to act as the chief of the using agency for the Public Employees' Benefits Program from the Board to the Executive Officer of the Program. As a result, it eliminates the requirements in existing law relating to the Board's exercise of this duty under the Open Meeting Law. The bill also requires that if a committee is established to evaluate proposals for a contract of the Program, at least one member of the Board must be appointed to the evaluation committee.
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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: 2
• Last Amended: 11/09/2024
• Last Action: From printer.
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MT bill #LC1212 • Last Action 11/11/2024
Generally revise laws related to public charter schools.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill generally revises laws related to public charter schools in Montana. Key provisions include: 1. Defining "public charter school district" as a new type of nongeographic governance authority granted by the Board of Public Education to a governing board that is not a local school board. 2. Modifying the public charter school proposal process, including requiring the Board of Public Education to issue and publicize an annual request for proposals and specifying required elements for charter proposals. 3. Outlining the composition and election process for the governing board of a public charter school district, which must be separate from the local school board. 4. Establishing funding mechanisms for public charter schools, including providing operational funding on a per-pupil basis equitable to the located school district and prohibiting public charter school districts from charging tuition and fees. The bill aims to provide more autonomy and flexibility for public charter schools in Montana while maintaining oversight and accountability measures.
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Bill Summary: Schools and Education
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• Introduced: 11/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/26/2024
• Last Action: (LC) Drafter Assigned
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MA bill #H3728 • Last Action 11/08/2024
Approving the Townsend special act charter
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill approves the Townsend Special Act Charter, which repeals and replaces the previous Townsend Home Rule Charter adopted in 1999. The key provisions of the new charter include: - Establishing the town's incorporation, powers, and division of legislative and executive powers. - Outlining the structure and powers of the Open Town Meeting, Selectboard, and other elected town officials and bodies like the Assessors, Board of Health, Planning Board, and Library Trustees. - Creating the position of a Town Administrator as the chief administrative officer responsible for overseeing town operations and personnel. - Providing procedures for town administration, including budgeting, personnel actions, and periodic review of the charter and town bylaws. - Defining general provisions, definitions, and the process for amending the charter in the future. Overall, the bill aims to update and clarify the governance structure and operations of the Town of Townsend through this new Special Act Charter.
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Bill Summary: Relative to the charter of the town of Townsend. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 04/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Margaret Scarsdale (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/06/2023
• Last Action: Signed by the Governor, Chapter 229 of the Acts of 2024
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MI bill #SB1064 • Last Action 11/07/2024
Civil rights: open meetings; the children trust Michigan state board; allow to meet remotely under the open meetings act. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow the state board created as the Children Trust Michigan Board to meet remotely under any circumstances, including those requiring accommodation of absent members. It also extends the ability of certain other public bodies, such as municipal public employee retirement systems and joint agencies formed under the Michigan Energy Employment Act, to meet remotely in certain circumstances. The bill provides requirements for how these electronic meetings must be conducted, including ensuring 2-way communication and public participation, as well as posting notice and agenda requirements.
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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: 11/07/2024
• Added: 11/08/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Sam Singh (D)*, Kevin Hertel (D), Kevin Daley (R), John Cherry (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/07/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Housing And Human Services
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MA bill #H4998 • Last Action 10/31/2024
Amending the charter of the town of Bellingham
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the charter of the town of Bellingham. The key provisions include: - Establishing the town's incorporation, form of government, and powers, including vesting legislative powers in an open town meeting and executive powers in a select board and town administrator. - Outlining the roles and responsibilities of various elected town officers, including the select board, town moderator, school committee, town clerk, planning board, library trustees, and constables. - Providing for the appointment, qualifications, and powers of a town administrator, who serves as the chief administrative officer of the town. - Detailing the organization of town administrative departments and agencies, including a department of public works, finance office, and inspection department. - Establishing a budget process, including the roles of the town administrator, select board, and finance committee. - Allowing for periodic review of the town charter and by-laws. - Continuing existing town laws and providing for the initial administrative organization of the town under the new charter.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Bellingham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 08/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Soter (R)*, Becca Rausch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 08/12/2024
• Last Action: Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session
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IL bill #SB3637 • Last Action 10/24/2024
UTIL-TIME-OF-USE PRICING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act. It requires municipal power agencies, municipalities, and electric cooperatives to file integrated resource plans with the Illinois Power Agency every 3 years, outlining their electricity generation, storage, and demand-side programs. The bill also sets requirements for the content of these plans, including analyzing the utility's costs and environmental impacts, and developing least-cost plans for transitioning to 100% renewable energy by 2045. The bill establishes a stakeholder process for public input on the plans and allows the utilities to use independent experts to develop the plans. It also requires these utilities to submit cost-of-service studies and adopt policies addressing conflicts of interest and lobbying disclosures. The bill amends the Public Utilities Act to authorize the Illinois Power Agency to develop capacity procurement plans, change energy efficiency goals and requirements, and require electric utilities to offer time-of-use pricing options for eligible retail customers.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act. Provides that, by November 1, 2024, 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 2024 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 retail 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: 02/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Bill Cunningham (D)*, Laura Murphy (D), Julie Morrison (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Laura Fine (D), Laura Ellman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Laura Ellman
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NC bill #S132 • Last Action 10/24/2024
Early Voting Sites/Helene Counties
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires or authorizes the addition of early voting sites in certain counties for the November 2024 election. Specifically, it mandates that each county board of elections in Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania, Watauga, and Yancey counties open at least one early voting site for every 30,000 registered voters in that county, and provides guidance on how to implement this requirement, such as seeking geographic diversity in site locations and allowing for shortened public notice for meetings regarding the site additions. The bill applies only to the November 2024 election and becomes effective upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REQUIRE OR AUTHORIZE THE ADDITION OF EARLY VOTING SITES IN CERTAIN COUNTIES FOR THE NOVEMBER 2024 ELECTION.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bobby Hanig (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 57
• Last Amended: 10/24/2024
• Last Action: Ch. SL 2024-52
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NJ bill #A2813 • Last Action 10/21/2024
Enters NJ in Social Work Licensure Compact.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill will enter New Jersey into the Social Work Licensure Compact. The compact establishes a multistate license system in which an individual licensed at the clinical, master's or bachelor's level in social work needs only to obtain licensure in one state that is a party to the compact in order to practice as a social worker in another member state to the compact, so long as certain requirements established under the compact are met by the individual. Under the bill, provisions are established regarding, among other items, the authority of a member state's licensing authority; how an adverse action against a multistate licensee is managed; the set-up of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission and its Executive Committee; the collection of data on member states; and how to withdraw from the compact, if sought by a member state.
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Bill Summary: This bill will enter New Jersey into the Social Work Licensure Compact. The compact establishes a multistate license system in which an individual licensed at the clinical, master's or bachelor's level in social work needs only to obtain licensure in one state that is a party to the compact in order to practice as a social worker in another member state to the compact, so long as certain requirements established under the compact are met by the individual. Under the bill, provisions are established regarding, among other items, the authority of a member state's licensing authority; how an adverse action against a multistate licensee is managed; the set-up of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission and its Executive Committee; the collection of data on member states; and how to withdraw from the compact, if sought by a member state.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Lou Greenwald (D)*, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D)*, Shanique Speight (D)*, Anthony Verrelli (D), Reginald Atkins (D), Bill Moen (D), Carmen Morales (D), Robert Karabinchak (D), Michele Matsikoudis (R), Garnet Hall (D), Tennille McCoy (D), Linda Carter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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NH bill #HB1679 • Last Action 10/17/2024
Relative to changing to Atlantic Standard Time.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill urges Congress to authorize New England states to adopt year-round Atlantic Standard Time, establishes an interstate commission between northern New England states to study the transition to Atlantic Standard Time, and transitions the state of New Hampshire to Atlantic Standard Time if Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont also enact similar legislation. The bill aims to end the negative effects of changing clocks twice a year and provide more evening daylight to benefit commerce in the region.
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Bill Summary: This bill urges Congress to authorize New England states to adopt year round Atlantic Standard Time, establishes an interstate commission between northern New England states to study the transition to Atlantic Standard Time, and transitions the state to Atlantic Standard time if Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont also enact laws doing the same.
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• Introduced: 12/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Josh Yokela (R)*, Alicia Lekas (R), Emily Phillips (R), Keith Murphy (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 12/17/2023
• Last Action: Executive Departments and Administration Executive Session (11:00:00 10/17/2024 Legislative Office Building 306-308)
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PA bill #SB765 • Last Action 10/16/2024
In powers and duties of elected officials, further providing for surcharge by auditors; in powers, duties and rights of appointed officers and employees, further providing for borough manager created by ordinance and election, for powers and duties, for other offices not incompatible and for organization of commission; and, in taxation and finance, further providing for preparation of budget.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Title 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. Key provisions include: 1) Further defining the surcharge that can be imposed on elected and appointed borough officials, including exemptions for good faith reliance on the borough solicitor's advice; 2) Allowing boroughs to appoint a borough manager as an individual or as a partnership, limited partnership, association, or professional corporation, and specifying the powers, duties, and employment/professional services agreements for the borough manager; 3) Allowing certain borough offices, such as street commissioner and chief of police, to be held by the same person; and 4) Modifying the timing requirements for the borough's budget preparation and public inspection.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers and duties of elected officials, further providing for surcharge by auditors; in powers, duties and rights of appointed officers and employees, further providing for borough manager created by ordinance and election, for powers and duties, for other offices not incompatible and for organization of commission; and, in taxation and finance, further providing for preparation of budget.
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• Introduced: 06/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Carolyn Comitta (D)*, Scott Hutchinson (R), Cris Dush (R), Rosemary Brown (R), Tim Kearney (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 06/13/2023
• Last Action: Act No. 110 of 2024
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MA bill #S2960 • Last Action 10/15/2024
Similar Bills
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several changes to the charter of the city known as the town of Greenfield. Key provisions include: - Establishing procedures for the election and duties of the city council president and vice president. - Allowing the city council to set the mayor's annual salary. - Modifying the mayor's appointment and removal powers over city officers and department heads. - Clarifying the roles and procedures for the school committee, including filling vacancies and the school budget process. - Establishing a Department of Municipal Finance to oversee the city's financial activities. - Creating a Public Safety Commission to assist the mayor in overseeing the police, fire, and other public safety departments. - Amending provisions related to the Board of Assessors, Council on Aging, and Mayor's Task Force on Domestic and Sexual Violence. - Updating the recall petition process for elected at-large and precinct officers. The bill aims to clarify and update the city's governance structure and procedures across various city departments and functions.
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• Introduced: 10/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Jo Comerford (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 10/15/2024
• Last Action: See H3725
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DC bill #B25-0937 • Last Action 10/11/2024
Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Support Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill makes a number of changes to laws and regulations in the District of Columbia, including: - Expanding the law enforcement authority of the Office of the Inspector General to investigate certain felonies. - Clarifying the rules for public sector workers' compensation increases. - Establishing a Medical Captive Insurance Claims Reserve Fund. - Increasing the fines for violations of the Open Meetings Act. - Increasing certain lobbying fees and penalties. - Establishing new procedures for terminating grant agreements. - Expanding the mandate of the Office for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing. - Making various improvements and requirements related to the Department of General Services. - Establishing a Litigation Support Fund for the Office of the Attorney General. - Expanding eligibility for the LGBTQ Affairs Office's grantmaking authority. - Providing flexibility in Advisory Neighborhood Commission funding. - Clarifying the False Claims Act. - Establishing a VPART grant program. - Authorizing the Chief Financial Officer to create a budget structure for new agencies. - Increasing the authorization for reception and representation expenses. - Allowing IT workers to maintain residency waivers. - Expanding the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development's authority to provide direct cash assistance and Vitality Fund grants. - Modifying the Local Rent Supplement Program accounts. - Allowing Events DC to issue grants for youth activities and historic preservation. - Providing relief to owners of the River East at Grandview condominiums. - Making changes to various public safety and justice programs, including housing for domestic violence victims, the Criminal Code Reform Commission, and the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice's grantmaking authority. - Increasing funding for the public education system, including the Uniform Per Student Funding Formula, Healthy Schools Fund, and various other education programs and initiatives. - Expanding eligibility and benefits for the Universal Paid Leave program. - Making changes to the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity program. - Providing administrative support for the Commission on Poverty. - Providing a grant to the Rosemount Center. - Making changes to the District's tax laws, fees, and revenue sources, including the sales and use tax, debt service appropriations, the Qualified High-Technology Company tax, and various other tax credits and incentives. - Establishing or modifying several new funds and accounts, including the Inpatient Hospital Directed Payment Provider Fee Fund, the Outpatient Hospital Directed Payment Provider Fee Fund, the Tobacco Use Cessation Fund, and the Sustainable Energy Trust Fund. - Making various changes to transportation and infrastructure laws and regulations, including motor vehicle fees, traffic enforcement, and the Department of Transportation's operations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To enact and amend, on an emergency basis, due to congressional review, provisions of law necessary to support the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE I. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION AND SUPPORT SUBTITLE A. OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY SUBTITLE B. PUBLIC SECTOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION ACROSS-THE- BOARD INCREASE STANDARD SUBTITLE C. MEDICAL CAPTIVE CLAIMS RESERVE SUBTITLE D. OPEN MEETINGS ACT ENFORCEMENT SUBTITLE E. LOBBYING FEES AND PENALTIES SUBTITLE F. TERMINATION OF GRANT AGREEMENTS SUBTITLE G. OFFICE FOR THE DEAF, DEAFBLIND, AND HARD OF HEARING MANDATE EXPANSION SUBTITLE H. DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS SUBTITLE I. OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL LITIGATION SUPPORT FUND SUBTITLE J. LGBTQ AFFAIRS OFFICE SUBTITLE K. ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONS FUNDING FLEXIBILITY SUBTITLE L. FALSE CLAIMS ACT CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE M. VPART GRANT SUBTITLE N. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AUTHORITY SUBTITLE O. RECEPTION AND REPRESENTATION AUTHORIZATION SUBTITLE P. RESIDENCY WAIVERS FOR DISTRIC IT WORKERS TITLE II. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATION SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CASH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SUBTITLE B. VITALITY FUND AMENDMENT SUBTITLE C. LOCAL RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM ACCOUNTS SUBTITLE D. EVENTS DC EXPENDITURES SUBTITLE E. EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM REPORTS SUBTITLE F. CENTRAL WASHINGTON ACTIVATION PROGRAM SUBTITLE G. RETAIL RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAM SUBTITLE H. HOUSING SUBSIDY CONTRACT EXTENSIONS SUBTITLE I. CREATIVE AND OPEN SPACE MODERNIZATION TAX REBATE PROGRAM SUBTITLE J. WORLDPRIDE GRANTS SUBTITLE K. WALTER REED DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE SUBTITLE L. EVENTS DC GRANTS SUBTITLE M. HOUSING PRESERVATION FUND SUBTITLE N. RELIEF FOR RIVER EAST AT GRANDVIEW CONDOMINIUM OWNERS SUBTITLE O. FEDERAL CITY SHELTER AND CCNV REDEVELOPMENT PLANNING SUBTITLE P. HOME PURCHASE ASSISTANCE ACCESS SUBTITLE Q. DC LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT SUBTITLE R. LRSP VOUCHER PRIORITIZATION SUBTITLE S. CHINATOWN LONG-TERM LEASE INCENTIVES SUBTITLE T. NATIONAL THEATRE ACQUISITION SUBTITLE U. DMPED GRANTS TITLE III. PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE SUBTITLE A. HOUSING FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FUND CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE B. CRIMINAL CODE REFORM COMMISSION SUBTITLE C. DEPUTY MAYOR FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE GRANT- MAKING AUTHORITY SUBTITLE D. FLEXIBLE WORKPLACE TRAINING SUBTITLE E. COORDINATED INTAKE AND REFERRALS SUBTITLE F. SAFE PASSAGE PRIORITY AREAS TITLE IV. PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM SUBTITLE A. UNIFORM PER STUDENT FUNDING FORMULA SUBTITLE B. HEALTHY SCHOOLS FUND SUBTITLE C. DCPS SCHOOL REPROGRAMMING SUBTITLE D. DC PUBLIC LIBRARY LEASING AUTHORITY SUBTITLE E. LIBRARY LOCATION AUTHORITY SUBTITLE F. GROW YOUR OWN PROGRAM SUBTITLE G. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING PILOT SUBTITLE H. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE ADMINISTRATION SUBTITLE I. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR PAY EQUITY SUBTITLE J. POVERTY COMMISSION ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SUBTITLE K. ROSEMOUNT CENTER SUBTITLE L. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE PROGRAM SUBTITLE M. CAREER READY EARLY SCHOLARS PROGRAM SUBTITLE N. SCHOOL CONNECT PILOT PROGRAM ANALYSIS AND TRANSITION PLAN SUBTITLE O. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MATCHING GRANT SUBTITLE P. SPECIAL NEEDS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FUNDING SUBTITLE Q. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND DUAL ENROLLMENT SUBTITLE R. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE EARLY LITERACY EDUCATION TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS SUBTITLE S. PR HARRIS BUILDING AND SITE SUBTITLE T. PUBLIC SCHOOL EXPERIENTIAL GRANT SUBTITLE U. SENIOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT GRANT SUBTITLE V. PERMANENT POSITION FOR STUDENT AND TEACHER WELLNESS SUBTITLE W. TRUANCY GRANTS TITLE V. HUMAN SUPPORT SERVICES SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CARE PROFESSIONAL PAYMENT RATES SUBTITLE B. JUVENILE JUSTICE FACILITIES OVERSIGHT SUBTITLE C. MEDICAID INPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS SUBTITLE D. MEDICAID OUTPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS... 82 SUBTITLE E. MEDICAID HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT SUPPLEMENTAL PAYMENT AND HOSPITAL INPATIENT RATE SUPPLEMENT ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................................................. 86 SUBTITLE F. GRANDPARENT AND CLOSE RELATIVE CAREGIVER PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION SUBTITLE G. RAPID RE-HOUSING SUBTITLE H. HEALTHY DC FUND SUBTITLE I. NOT-FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL CORPORATION SUBSIDY SUBTITLE J. CAREER MOBILITY ACTION PLAN PROGRAM SUBTITLE K. PROBLEM GAMBLING PROGRAM ESTABLISHMENT ACT SUBTITLE L. ANIMAL CONTROL SUBTITLE M. CHILDCARE FOR PREGNANT AND BIRTHING PARENTS GRANTS SUBTITLE N. DEPARTMENT OF AGING AND COMMUNITY LIVING GRANT. 94 SUBTITLE O. GROCERY ACCESS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE P. MENTAL HEALTH COURT URGENT CARE CLINIC SUBTITLE Q. OPIOID ABATEMENT DIRECTED FUNDING SUBTITLE R. PRIOR AUTHORIZATION REFORM AMENDMENT SUBTITLE S. SCHOOL-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH STUDENT PEER EDUCATOR PILOT SUBTITLE T. SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES TARGETED OUTREACH GRANTS SUBTITLE U. SEXUAL HEALTH PEER EDUCATORS GRANT SUBTITLE V. TOBACCO USE CESSATION INITIATIVES SUBTITLE W. HOME VISITING REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY SUBTITLE X. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES GRANT SUBTITLE Y. DC HEALTH GRANT TITLE VI. OPERATIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUBTITLE A. UNCLAIMED DEPOSITS FOR EXCAVATION WORK IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY SUBTITLE B. RENEWABLE ENERGY PORTFOLIO STANDARD SUBTITLE C. VISION ZERO PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY FUND SUBTITLE D. WATER POLLUTION CONTROL THIRD-PARTY REVIEW SUBTITLE E. GREENER GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS SUBTITLE F. DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS . 107 SUBTITLE G. CLEAN CURBS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE H. MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAX SUBTITLE I. STRENGTHENING TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT, EDUCATION, AND RESPONSIBILITY CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE J. VEHICLE BOOT COST PARITY SUBTITLE K. TAXICAB RATE STRUCTURE SUBTITLE L. SECURITIES AND BANKING REGULATORY FUND TRANSFER ADJUSTMENT SUBTITLE M. DOEE GRANT SUBTITLE N. SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRUST FUND UTILIZATION SUBTITLE O. DISTILLERY FEES ADJUSTMENT TITLE VII. FINANCE AND REVENUE SUBTITLE A. COMBINED REPORTING SUBTITLE B. EXCESS CENTRAL COLLECTION UNIT REVENUE SUBTITLE C. DEPOSIT OF DEED RECORDATION AND TRANSFER TAXES .. 123 SUBTITLE D. EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT MATCH LEVEL SUBTITLE E. BABY BONDS SUBTITLE F. SALES AND USE TAX SUBTITLE G. EXCESS DEBT SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS SUBTITLE H. CAPITAL ARTS BUDGETING SUBTITLE I. HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAX ABATEMENT SUBTITLE J. OPERATING FUNDS IN THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN130 SUBTITLE K. EXCESS BALLPARK FEE REVENUE SUBTITLE L. RIGHT-OF-WAY FEE, GAS TAX, AND GAS DEPOSITS SUBTITLE M. NON-LAPSING ACCOUNT REPEALS SUBTITLE N. NON-LAPSING FUND CONVERSIONS SUBTITLE O. QHTC MODIFCATION SUBTITLE P. CORPORATE SHORT-TERM STAY HOUSING IN DOWNTOWN 135 SUBTITLE Q. RULE 736 REPEALS SUBTITLE R. SPORTS WAGERING SUBTITLE S. KAPPA ALPHA PSI INC. REAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION.. 143 SUBTITLE T. MYPHEDUH FILMS PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION EXTENSION ............................................................................................................................................... 143 SUBTITLE U. CLEAN HANDS SUBTITLE V. INCOME TAX SECURED AND MUNICIPAL BONDS SUBTITLE W. SMALL RETAILER PROPERTY TAX RELIEF SUBTITLE X. FISCAL STABILIZATION AND CASH FLOW RESERVES SUBTITLE Y. REAL PROPERTY TAX SUBTITLE Z. GALA HISPANIC THEATRE TAX REBATE SUBTITLE AA. CHILD TAX CREDIT SUBTITLE BB. STUDIO THEATRE TAX EXEMPTION AMENDMENT SUBTITLE CC. SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION PROVISIONS TITLE VIII. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TITLE IX. APPLICABILITY; FISCAL IMPACT; EFFECTIVE DATE
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• Introduced: 09/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 09/17/2024
• Last Action: Act A25-0554 Published in DC Register Vol 71 and Page 012143, Expires on Jan 06, 2025
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MA bill #S2943 • Last Action 10/10/2024
Amending the charter of the city known as the town of Southbridge
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the charter of the town of Southbridge. The key provisions include: - Establishing a town council-town manager form of government for Southbridge, with the town council having general legislative and policy-making powers and the town manager serving as the chief administrative officer. - Detailing the composition, powers, and procedures of the town council, including provisions around by-laws, meetings, and filling vacancies. - Outlining the roles and responsibilities of the elected town boards and officers, such as the school committee, housing authority, and town clerk. - Defining the appointment, powers, and duties of the town manager, including the ability to appoint various department heads and boards/commissions. - Establishing financial procedures and budgeting requirements for the town. - Providing for the initiative, referendum, and recall of elected officials by the voters. - Including transitional provisions to continue existing laws and government operations during the implementation of the new charter. The bill also requires voter approval of a specific section related to the town manager's residency requirement before that provision can take effect.
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Bill Summary: Relative to the town charter for the town of Southbridge (Senate, No. 2523).
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• Introduced: 09/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Ryan Fattman (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 09/12/2024
• Last Action: Read second and ordered to a third reading
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NH bill #HR25 • Last Action 10/10/2024
Resolving to return to the historical intent of the express trust indenture, the New Hampshire Constitution, specifically Part 1, Article 11 and Part 2, Article 32.
Status: Dead
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Bill Summary: Resolving to return to the historical intent of the express trust indenture, the New Hampshire Constitution, specifically Part 1, Article 11 and Part 2, Article 32.
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• Introduced: 12/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Sandra Panek (R)*, Nikki McCarter (R), Mike Drago (R), Kelley Potenza (R), Jeff Tenczar (R), Sheila Seidel (R), Jason Gerhard (R), Kristine Perez (R), John Sellers (R), Mike Belcher (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Legislative Administration Executive Session (13:00:00 10/10/2024 Legislative Office Building 203)
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NJ bill #S2688 • Last Action 10/10/2024
Enters NJ in Social Work Licensure Compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill will enter New Jersey into the Social Work Licensure Compact. The compact establishes a multistate license system in which an individual licensed at the clinical, master's or bachelor's level in social work needs only to obtain licensure in one state that is a party to the compact in order to practice as a social worker in another member state to the compact, so long as certain requirements established under the compact are met by the individual. Under the bill, provisions are established regarding, among other items, the authority of a member state's licensing authority; how an adverse action against a multistate licensee is managed; the set-up of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission and its Executive Committee; the collection of data on member states; and how to withdraw from the compact, if sought by a member state.
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Bill Summary: This bill will enter New Jersey into the Social Work Licensure Compact. The compact establishes a multistate license system in which an individual licensed at the clinical, master's or bachelor's level in social work needs only to obtain licensure in one state that is a party to the compact in order to practice as a social worker in another member state to the compact, so long as certain requirements established under the compact are met by the individual. Under the bill, provisions are established regarding, among other items, the authority of a member state's licensing authority; how an adverse action against a multistate licensee is managed; the set-up of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission and its Executive Committee; the collection of data on member states; and how to withdraw from the compact, if sought by a member state.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Angela Mcknight (D)*, Vin Gopal (D)*, Paul Moriarty (D), Gordon Johnson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/14/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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AK bill #SB74 • Last Action 10/09/2024
Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Interstate Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, which facilitates the ability of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to practice across state lines by allowing for mutual recognition of licenses between member states. Key provisions include requiring member states to participate in a centralized data system, conduct criminal background checks, and comply with the compact's rules. The bill also adds new requirements for licensure of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, and occupational therapy assistants in Alaska, such as fingerprinting and criminal history record checks. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024, except for provisions allowing the adoption of regulations, which take effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to an interstate physical therapy licensure compact; relating to the licensure of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, and occupational therapy assistants; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : David Wilson (R)*, Alyse Galvin (NP)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 55
• Last Amended: 05/13/2024
• Last Action: EFFECTIVE DATE(S) OF LAW SEE CHAPTER
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AK bill #SB75 • Last Action 10/09/2024
Aud. & Speech-lang Interstate Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes an Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact to facilitate the practice of audiology and speech-language pathology across state lines, allowing licensed audiologists and speech-language pathologists to practice in member states with a "compact privilege." The bill outlines requirements for obtaining a compact privilege, including education, supervised clinical experience, and passage of a national exam. It also grants member states the authority to take adverse action against a compact privilege holder and establishes the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission to administer the compact. Additionally, the bill requires applicants for an initial audiology or speech-language pathology license in Alaska to submit fingerprints for a criminal background check, with some exceptions for existing license holders.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to an audiology and speech-language interstate compact; relating to the practice of audiology and the practice of speech-language pathology; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : David Wilson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 05/14/2024
• Last Action: EFFECTIVE DATE(S) OF LAW SEE CHAPTER
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MI bill #SB0790 • Last Action 10/09/2024
Health: home health care; home help caregiver council; create and require collective bargaining with individual home health caregivers. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0791'24
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Home Help Caregiver Council within the Department of Health and Human Services. The Council is responsible for providing training and educational opportunities for individual home health caregivers, maintaining a registry of qualified caregivers, and serving as a communications hub for the home health caregiver workforce. The bill also designates individual home health caregivers as public employees solely for the purpose of collective bargaining, allowing them to choose a bargaining representative to negotiate terms and conditions of employment with the Department. The bill outlines the Council's structure, powers, and duties, and establishes procedures for collective bargaining and dispute resolution between the Department and the bargaining representative.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to create the home help caregiver council and to prescribe its powers and duties; to designate certain individuals as public employees for certain purposes; to require collective bargaining of certain terms and conditions of employment for certain public employees; to provide for the mediation and arbitration of grievances; to provide for the deduction of wages; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Hertel (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 10/09/2024
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 0144'24
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MA bill #H5064 • Last Action 09/30/2024
Similar Bills
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes changes to existing legislation related to similar bills. The key provisions involve modifying language within the existing law, including inserting new text and removing certain sections. While the specific details are not provided in the given text, the overall intent of the bill appears to be updating or adjusting the current laws pertaining to similar bills that may have been introduced previously.
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• Introduced: 09/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Walsh (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 09/30/2024
• Last Action: See H3728
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CA bill #AB3031 • Last Action 09/28/2024
LGBTQ+ Commission.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the LGBTQ+ Commission within the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. The commission will be composed of 9 members appointed by the Governor, Speaker of the Assembly, and Senate Committee on Rules. The commission's goals include advising the Legislature and Governor on LGBTQ+ policy, gathering data and information on issues impacting the LGBTQ+ community, and providing policy recommendations. The commission will have the authority to conduct fundraising activities, accept gifts and grants, and hold quarterly meetings to identify statewide LGBTQ+ needs and assist in implementing supportive policies. The commission will submit annual reports to the Legislature and Governor, and the bill's provisions will be repealed on January 1, 2035.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Chapter 1.2 (commencing with Section 8015) of Division 1 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to state government.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Alex Lee (D)*, Evan Low (D)*, Lisa Calderon (D), Matt Haney (D), Liz Ortega (D), Susan Rubio (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 08/29/2024
• Last Action: Vetoed by Governor.
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CA bill #AB1954 • Last Action 09/28/2024
Sexually violent predators.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing California law regarding the civil commitment and conditional release of sexually violent predators. It requires the sheriff, police chief, county counsel, and district attorney of an alternative placement county to provide assistance and consultation in locating and securing housing for a sexually violent predator about to be conditionally released. The bill also includes these individuals in the committee the Department of State Hospitals must convene, allows these committee meetings to be held by teleconference, and requires the department's notification of its recommendations to be sent electronically and by certified mail. Finally, the bill provides that if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill contains state-mandated costs, the state must reimburse local agencies and school districts for those costs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 6608.5 and 6609.1 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to sexually violent predators.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Juan Alanis (R)*, Marie Alvarado-Gil (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 09/28/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 816, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #SB1448 • Last Action 09/28/2024
Farm to Community Food Hub Program: California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Farm to Community Food Hub Program and the California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force: 1. The bill eliminates the existing Farm to Community Food Hub Advisory Committee and instead requires the Office of Farm to Fork to develop and consult with a working group of at least 7 individuals with expertise in food hub operations and related areas. The working group is exempt from the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act. 2. The bill prioritizes the creation of new farm to community food hubs and makes the two-phase program administration optional rather than required. 3. The bill extends the operation of the Farm to Community Food Hub Program from January 1, 2028 to January 1, 2034. 4. The bill authorizes the Strategic Growth Council to provide public task force members of the California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force a reasonable per diem allowance for attending noticed meetings, and requires the task force report to be posted on the Council's website. 5. The bill includes legislative findings to justify the limitation on public access to the Farm to Community Food Hub Program working group meetings. 6. The bill declares the act an urgency statute to allow for the immediate implementation of these changes.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 591 and 592 of, to amend and renumber Section 594 of, and to repeal Section 593 of, the Food and Agricultural Code, and to add Section 75129.5 to the Public Resources Code, relating to food and agriculture, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Hurtado (D)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 09/28/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 917, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #SB1263 • Last Action 09/28/2024
Teacher credentialing: teaching performance assessment: workgroup.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to convene a workgroup to assess the current design and implementation of the state's teaching performance assessments. The workgroup, composed of classroom teachers, teacher educators, and performance assessment experts, would develop recommendations to ensure the assessments are valid, authentic, and embedded in teacher preparation programs. The commission would be required to adopt the recommendations by July 1, 2025, and implement them by July 1, 2028. The bill would also allow the governor to appoint one deputy to the executive director of the commission, who would be exempt from state civil service, and would appropriate up to $729,000 from the Teacher Credentials Fund for the operations of the workgroup in the 2024-25 fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 44320.2 of, and to add Sections 44221.1, 44320.4, and 44320.5 to, the Education Code, relating to teacher credentialing, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Newman (D)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 09/28/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 889, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #SB1288 • Last Action 09/28/2024
Public schools: artificial intelligence working group.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to convene a working group to develop guidance and a model policy for the safe and effective use of artificial intelligence (AI) in public schools. The working group will assess the current and future state of AI in education, detail current uses, develop guidance on issues like academic integrity and data privacy, and create a model policy for local educational agencies and charter schools. The bill also requires the working group to identify ways the state can support educators in developing and sharing effective AI practices. The working group will dissolve after submitting its report to the Legislature by January 1, 2027, and the bill's provisions will be repealed on January 1, 2031.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 33328.5 of the Education Code, relating to public schools.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Josh Becker (D)*, Al Muratsuchi (D), Marc Berman (D), Bill Dodd (D)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 09/28/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 893, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB2682 • Last Action 09/27/2024
Santa Clara Valley Open-Space Authority.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of the Public Resources Code related to the Santa Clara Valley Open-Space Authority. Key provisions include: 1) Requiring the authority to acquire remote ranchlands east of the Diablo Range only from willing sellers through conservation easement or fee title purchases. 2) Increasing the thresholds for informal and formal bidding procedures for contracts related to services, supplies, equipment, materials, construction, maintenance, and repairs. It also authorizes the governing board to appoint a general manager and delegate contracting authority up to $50,000. 3) Authorizing the authority to impose "qualified special taxes" within its jurisdiction, which can include exemptions for seniors, disabled individuals, and low-income persons receiving certain benefits. The bill also requires the authority to provide tax exemption information to the county tax collector. 4) Authorizing the authority to finance facilities and issue bonds under the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 35152 and 35159 of, to add Section 35175 to, and to repeal and add Section 35172 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to the Santa Clara Valley Open-Space Authority.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ash Kalra (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 09/27/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 733, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB2723 • Last Action 09/27/2024
The California Cradle-to-Career Data System Act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the California Cradle-to-Career Data System Act, would make several changes to the existing California Cradle-to-Career Data System. It would dissolve the California Cradle-to-Career Data System Workgroup, remove the approximation of the size of the data set to be adopted by the governing board, specify which institutions and persons represented on the governing board are designated as data providers and which are not, and prohibit individuals from certain rights under the Information Practices Act of 1977 with respect to personal information maintained in the data system. The bill would also make legislative findings to justify limitations on public access to information in the data system and declare the bill to be an urgency statute to take effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 10860, 10861, 10863, 10864, 10866, and 10870 of, and to repeal and add Article 1 (commencing with Section 10850) of Chapter 8.5 of Part 7 of Division 1 of Title 1 of, the Education Code, relating to education data, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jacqui Irwin (D)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 09/27/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 736, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB1832 • Last Action 09/27/2024
Civil Rights Department: Labor Trafficking Task Force.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Labor Trafficking Task Force within the Civil Rights Department of California's Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency. The task force is responsible for taking steps to prevent labor trafficking, coordinating with various state and federal agencies to combat trafficking, providing information and resources to survivors, and receiving and referring complaints for potential investigation, civil action, or criminal prosecution. The bill also requires the Division of Occupational Safety and Health to notify the task force of any evidence of labor trafficking found during business investigations. The bill's provisions will only become operative upon appropriation by the Legislature.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 12934 to the Government Code, relating to employment.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Blanca Rubio (D)*, Laurie Davies (R), Tim Grayson (D), Matt Haney (D), Miguel Santiago (D), Esmeralda Soria (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 09/05/2024
• Last Action: Vetoed by Governor.
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CA bill #AB2057 • Last Action 09/27/2024
Associate Degree for Transfer.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key provisions: 1. It extends the operation of the Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) Intersegmental Implementation Committee for two additional years, until 2027, to continue oversight of the ADT pathway and provide recommendations to the Legislature on improving transfer rates, closing equity gaps, and proposing a new unit threshold for high-unit STEM degree pathways. 2. It requires transfer model curriculum (TMC) drafts for certain high-unit STEM pathways to be submitted to the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office, and within 18 months of TMC creation or revision, community colleges must create an ADT for each adopted TMC. It also requires California State University campuses to determine similarity between TMCs and their own major programs to guarantee admission for ADT students. 3. It allows STEM ADT pathways to contain up to 66 units of lower division coursework, rather than the standard 60-unit maximum, if clear evidence and rationale are provided and approved. 4. It requires transparency around the membership and composition of faculty discipline review groups and other intersegmental curriculum groups involved in developing TMCs and ADTs. 5. It provides for state reimbursement to local agencies and school districts if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill contains state-mandated costs. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen the ADT pathway, improve transfer rates and equity, and ensure high-unit STEM programs can be accommodated while maintaining the core framework of the ADT system.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 66749.8 of, and to add Section 66749.81 to, the Education Code, relating to postsecondary education.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Marc Berman (D)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 09/27/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 696, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #SB583 • Last Action 09/27/2024
Salton Sea Conservancy.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would establish the Salton Sea Conservancy within the Natural Resources Agency to operate, maintain, and manage projects related to the Salton Sea region, as well as to acquire and manage land and property rights in the region. The conservancy would be governed by a 15-member board of directors with representation from various state, local, and tribal entities. The bill would create the Salton Sea Conservancy Fund, which the Legislature intends to support through bond proceeds and the Salton Sea Lithium Fund. The bill would authorize the conservancy to enter into partnerships, provide grants and loans, and acquire property interests to further the purposes of the conservancy. The bill's provisions would only become operative if the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024 is approved by voters.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Division 23.6 (commencing with Section 33810) to the Public Resources Code, relating to conservancies.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Steve Padilla (D)*, Sabrina Cervantes (D), Eduardo Garcia (D)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 09/27/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 771, Statutes of 2024.
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DC bill #B25-0784 • Last Action 09/27/2024
Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Support Act of 2024
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Provides law enforcement authority to the Office of the Inspector General to conduct investigations of alleged felonies, increases the minimum wage for direct support professionals, establishes a medical captive insurance claims reserve fund, increases the penalty for violations of the Open Meetings Act, increases lobbyist fees and penalties, establishes a process for terminating grant agreements, expands the mandate of the Office for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing, requires the Department of General Services to improve its facilities maintenance processes, establishes a litigation support fund for the Office of the Attorney General, expands the LGBTQ Affairs Office's budget transparency, provides funding flexibility for Advisory Neighborhood Commissions, clarifies the District's False Claims Act, establishes a grant program for the Violence Prevention and Response Team, authorizes the Chief Financial Officer to create new agency budget structures, increases the limit for reception and representation funds, waives residency requirements for District IT workers, establishes a direct cash assistance program and a vitality fund, amends the local rent supplement program, modifies Events DC's expenditure and grant authorities, amends the emergency rental assistance program reporting requirements, establishes a central Washington activation program and a retail recovery grant program, extends housing subsidy contracts, establishes a creative and open space modernization tax rebate program and WorldPride grants, provides development assistance for the Walter Reed site, issues grants for the National Cherry Blossom Festival and D.C. history, amends the housing preservation fund, provides relief for the River East at Grandview condominium owners, plans for the Federal City Shelter and CCNV redevelopment, amends the home purchase assistance program, establishes a D.C. low-income housing tax credit, prioritizes LRSP vouchers for Rapid Re-Housing program exiters, establishes Chinatown long-term lease incentives, authorizes the acquisition and lease of the National Theatre, issues grants from the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development, clarifies the housing for victims of domestic violence fund, amends the Criminal Code Reform Commission, provides nonprofit security grant authority to the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice, allows for flexible workplace training, establishes client privilege for coordinated intake and referrals, requires data-based deployment of safe passage resources, increases funding for the Uniform Per Student Funding Formula, amends the Healthy Schools Fund, increases the reprogramming threshold for DCPS, expands the DC Public Library's leasing authority and location authority, amends the Grow Your Own Program, establishes a flexible scheduling pilot, amends the Universal Paid Leave Implementation Fund, increases funding for early childhood educator pay equity, provides administrative support for the Commission on Poverty, supports the Rosemount Center, amends the Universal Paid Leave Program, establishes the Career Ready Early Scholars Program, analyzes the School Connect pilot program and transitions it, provides a matching grant for the University of the District of Columbia, authorizes additional funding for St. Coletta Special Education Public Charter School, requires reporting on career and technical education and dual enrollment, implements the Early Literacy Education Task Force's recommendations, amends the PR Harris building and site use, establishes an experiential learning grant program, issues a senior workforce development grant, establishes a permanent teaching position at certain DCPS schools, authorizes grants to reduce truancy, increases payment rates for direct care professionals, establishes oversight for juvenile justice facilities, creates a Medicaid inpatient hospital directed payment program and a Medicaid outpatient hospital directed payment program, expands eligibility for the grandparent and close relative caregiver programs, amends the Rapid Re-Housing program, establishes a grocery access pilot program, creates a mental health urgent care clinic, dedicates opioid abatement funding, reforms prior authorization requirements, establishes a school-based behavioral health student peer educator pilot and substance abuse outreach grants, creates a sexual health peer educators grant program, establishes a tobacco use cessation initiatives fund, expands Medicaid home visiting reimbursement eligibility, issues grants to the Department of Human Services and DC Health, establishes an unclaimed deposits process for excavation work, amends the renewable energy portfolio standard, establishes a Vision Zero pedestrian and bicycle safety fund, creates a water pollution control third-party review process, amends requirements for temporary structures on government buildings, amends DDOT project requirements and the Circulator program, repeals the Clean Curbs Pilot Program, modifies the motor vehicle excise tax, strengthens traffic enforcement and education, establishes cost parity for vehicle booting, amends the taxicab rate structure, adjusts the securities and banking regulatory fund transfer, issues a DOEE grant, utilizes the Sustainable Energy Trust Fund, and adjusts distillery permit fees, among other provisions. The bill also makes various changes to the District's tax laws, including transitioning to combined reporting, allocating excess revenue from the Central Collection Unit, depositing deed recordation and transfer taxes, increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit match, establishing a child tax credit, extending property tax exemptions, amending the sales and use tax, allocating excess debt service appropriations, revising capital arts budgeting, clarifying the Howard University Hospital tax abatement, modifying the treatment of operating funds in the capital improvements plan, revising the allocation of excess ballpark fee revenue, adjusting the right-of-way fee, gas tax, and gas deposits, repealing certain non-lapsing accounts, converting certain non-lapsing funds, modifying the qualified high-technology company tax, establishing a corporate short-term stay housing tax abatement, repealing Rule 736, amending sports wagering taxes and fees, extending certain property tax exemptions, and establishing a small retailer property tax relief program.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To enact and amend provisions of law necessary to support the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE I. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION AND SUPPORT SUBTITLE A. OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY SUBTITLE B. PUBLIC SECTOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION ACROSS-THE- BOARD INCREASE STANDARD SUBTITLE C. MEDICAL CAPTIVE CLAIMS RESERVE SUBTITLE D. OPEN MEETINGS ACT ENFORCEMENT SUBTITLE E. LOBBYING FEES AND PENALTIES SUBTITLE F. TERMINATION OF GRANT AGREEMENTS SUBTITLE G. OFFICE FOR THE DEAF, DEAFBLIND, AND HARD OF HEARING MANDATE EXPANSION SUBTITLE H. DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS SUBTITLE I. OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL LITIGATION SUPPORT FUND SUBTITLE J. LGBTQ AFFAIRS OFFICE SUBTITLE K. ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONS FUNDING FLEXIBILITY SUBTITLE L. FALSE CLAIMS ACT CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE M. VPART GRANT SUBTITLE N. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AUTHORITY SUBTITLE O. RECEPTION AND REPRESENTATION AUTHORIZATION SUBTITLE P. RESIDENCY WAIVERS FOR DISTRIC IT WORKERS TITLE II. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATION SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CASH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SUBTITLE B. VITALITY FUND AMENDMENT SUBTITLE C. LOCAL RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM ACCOUNTS SUBTITLE D. EVENTS DC EXPENDITURES SUBTITLE E. EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM REPORTS SUBTITLE F. CENTRAL WASHINGTON ACTIVATION PROGRAM SUBTITLE G. RETAIL RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAM SUBTITLE H. HOUSING SUBSIDY CONTRACT EXTENSIONS SUBTITLE I. CREATIVE AND OPEN SPACE MODERNIZATION TAX REBATE PROGRAM SUBTITLE J. WORLDPRIDE GRANTS SUBTITLE K. WALTER REED DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE SUBTITLE L. EVENTS DC GRANTS SUBTITLE M. HOUSING PRESERVATION FUND SUBTITLE N. RELIEF FOR RIVER EAST AT GRANDVIEW CONDOMINIUM OWNERS SUBTITLE O. FEDERAL CITY SHELTER AND CCNV REDEVELOPMENT PLANNING SUBTITLE P. HOME PURCHASE ASSISTANCE ACCESS SUBTITLE Q. DC LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT SUBTITLE R. LRSP VOUCHER PRIORITIZATION SUBTITLE S. CHINATOWN LONG-TERM LEASE INCENTIVES SUBTITLE T. NATIONAL THEATRE ACQUISITION SUBTITLE U. DMPED GRANTS TITLE III. PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE SUBTITLE A. HOUSING FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FUND CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE B. CRIMINAL CODE REFORM COMMISSION SUBTITLE C. DEPUTY MAYOR FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE GRANT- MAKING AUTHORITY SUBTITLE D. FLEXIBLE WORKPLACE TRAINING SUBTITLE E. COORDINATED INTAKE AND REFERRALS TITLE IV. PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM SUBTITLE A. UNIFORM PER STUDENT FUNDING FORMULA SUBTITLE B. HEALTHY SCHOOLS FUND SUBTITLE C. DCPS SCHOOL REPROGRAMMING SUBTITLE D. DC PUBLIC LIBRARY LEASING AUTHORITY SUBTITLE E. LIBRARY LOCATION AUTHORITY SUBTITLE F. GROW YOUR OWN PROGRAM SUBTITLE G. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING PILOT SUBTITLE H. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE ADMINISTRATION SUBTITLE I. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR PAY EQUITY SUBTITLE J. POVERTY COMMISSION ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SUBTITLE K. ROSEMOUNT CENTER SUBTITLE L. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE PROGRAM SUBTITLE M. CAREER READY EARLY SCHOLARS PROGRAM SUBTITLE N. SCHOOL CONNECT PILOT PROGRAM ANALYSIS AND TRANSITION PLAN SUBTITLE O. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MATCHING GRANT SUBTITLE P. SPECIAL NEEDS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FUNDING SUBTITLE Q. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND DUAL ENROLLMENT SUBTITLE R. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE EARLY LITERACY EDUCATION TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS SUBTITLE S. PR HARRIS BUILDING AND SITE SUBTITLE T. PUBLIC SCHOOL EXPERIENTIAL GRANT SUBTITLE U. SENIOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT GRANT SUBTITLE V. PERMANENT POSITION FOR STUDENT AND TEACHER WELLNESS SUBTITLE W. TRUANCY GRANTS TITLE V. HUMAN SUPPORT SERVICES SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CARE PROFESSIONAL PAYMENT RATES SUBTITLE B. JUVENILE JUSTICE FACILITIES OVERSIGHT SUBTITLE C. MEDICAID INPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS SUBTITLE D. MEDICAID OUTPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS... 82 SUBTITLE E. MEDICAID HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT SUPPLEMENTAL PAYMENT AND HOSPITAL INPATIENT RATE SUPPLEMENT ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................................................. 86 SUBTITLE F. GRANDPARENT AND CLOSE RELATIVE CAREGIVER PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION SUBTITLE G. RAPID RE-HOUSING SUBTITLE H. HEALTHY DC FUND SUBTITLE I. NOT-FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL CORPORATION SUBSIDY SUBTITLE J. CAREER MOBILITY ACTION PLAN PROGRAM SUBTITLE K. PROBLEM GAMBLING PROGRAM ESTABLISHMENT ACT SUBTITLE L. ANIMAL CONTROL SUBTITLE M. CHILDCARE FOR PREGNANT AND BIRTHING PARENTS GRANTS SUBTITLE N. DEPARTMENT OF AGING AND COMMUNITY LIVING GRANT. 94 SUBTITLE O. GROCERY ACCESS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE P. MENTAL HEALTH COURT URGENT CARE CLINIC SUBTITLE Q. OPIOID ABATEMENT DIRECTED FUNDING SUBTITLE R. PRIOR AUTHORIZATION REFORM AMENDMENT SUBTITLE S. SCHOOL-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH STUDENT PEER EDUCATOR PILOT SUBTITLE T. SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES TARGETED OUTREACH GRANTS SUBTITLE U. SEXUAL HEALTH PEER EDUCATORS GRANT SUBTITLE V. TOBACCO USE CESSATION INITIATIVES SUBTITLE W. HOME VISITING REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY SUBTITLE X. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES GRANT SUBTITLE Y. DC HEALTH GRANT TITLE VI. OPERATIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUBTITLE A. UNCLAIMED DEPOSITS FOR EXCAVATION WORK IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY SUBTITLE B. RENEWABLE ENERGY PORTFOLIO STANDARD SUBTITLE C. VISION ZERO PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY FUND SUBTITLE D. WATER POLLUTION CONTROL THIRD-PARTY REVIEW SUBTITLE E. GREENER GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS SUBTITLE F. DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS . 107 SUBTITLE G. CLEAN CURBS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE H. MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAX SUBTITLE I. STRENGTHING TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT, EDUCATION, AND RESPONSIBILITY CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE J. VEHICLE BOOT COST PARITY SUBTITLE K. TAXICAB RATE STRUCTURE SUBTITLE L. SECURITIES AND BANKING REGULATORY FUND TRANSFER ADJUSTMENT SUBTITLE M. DOEE GRANT SUBTITLE N. SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRUST FUND UTILIZATION SUBTITLE O. DISTILLERY FEES ADJUSTMENT TITLE VII. FINANCE AND REVENUE SUBTITLE A. COMBINED REPORTING SUBTITLE B. EXCESS CENTRAL COLLECTION UNIT REVENUE SUBTITLE C. DEPOSIT OF DEED RECORDATION AND TRANSFER TAXES .. 123 SUBTITLE D. EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT MATCH LEVEL SUBTITLE E. BABY BONDS SUBTITLE F. SALES AND USE TAX SUBTITLE G. EXCESS DEBT SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS SUBTITLE H. CAPITAL ARTS BUDGETING SUBTITLE I. HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAX ABATEMENT SUBTITLE J. OPERATING FUNDS IN THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN130 SUBTITLE K. EXCESS BALLPARK FEE REVENUE SUBTITLE L. RIGHT-OF-WAY FEE, GAS TAX, AND GAS DEPOSITS SUBTITLE M. NON-LAPSING ACCOUNT REPEALS SUBTITLE N. NON-LAPSING FUND CONVERSIONS SUBTITLE O. QHTC MODIFCATION SUBTITLE P. CORPORATE SHORT-TERM STAY HOUSING IN DOWNTOWN 135 SUBTITLE Q. RULE 736 REPEALS SUBTITLE R. SPORTS WAGERING SUBTITLE S. KAPPA ALPHA PSI INC. REAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION.. 143 SUBTITLE T. MYPHEDUH FILMS PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION EXTENSION ............................................................................................................................................... 143 SUBTITLE U. CLEAN HANDS SUBTITLE V. INCOME TAX SECURED AND MUNICIPAL BONDS SUBTITLE W. SMALL RETAILER PROPERTY TAX RELIEF SUBTITLE X. FISCAL STABILIZATION AND CASH FLOW RESERVES SUBTITLE Y. REAL PROPERTY TAX SUBTITLE Z. GALA HISPANIC THEATRE TAX REBATE SUBTITLE AA. CHILD TAX CREDIT SUBTITLE BB. STUDIO THEATRE TAX EXEMPTION AMENDMENT SUBTITLE CC. SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION PROVISIONS TITLE VIII. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TITLE IX. APPLICABILITY; FISCAL IMPACT; EFFECTIVE DATE
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• Introduced: 04/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 06/25/2024
• Last Action: Law L25-0217, Effective from Sep 18, 2024 Published in DC Register Vol 71 and Page 011542
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CA bill #SB1348 • Last Action 09/26/2024
Postsecondary education: Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions to recognize campuses of the California State University, University of California, California Community Colleges, and independent institutions of higher education that excel at providing academic resources to Black and African American students. The bill creates a governing board to approve or deny initial and renewal applications for this designation, which is valid for 5 years. The California State University Statewide Central Office for the Advancement of Black Excellence is designated as the managing entity responsible for developing the application processes, accepting and processing applications, and presenting them to the governing board. The bill outlines the eligibility requirements and application contents for both initial and renewal designations.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 7.5 (commencing with Section 66076) to Chapter 2 of Part 40 of Division 5 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to postsecondary education.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Steve Bradford (D)*, Angelique Ashby (D)*, Liz Ortega (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 09/26/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 627, Statutes of 2024.
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NJ bill #A4877 • Last Action 09/26/2024
Replaces definition of "management committee" with "board of authority commissioners" and makes various changes to existing law concerning administration of regional authority.
Status: In Committee
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: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 09/27/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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CA bill #AB2350 • Last Action 09/25/2024
Open meetings: school boards: emergencies: notifications by email.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes a school board holding an emergency meeting to fulfill the pre-meeting notification requirement by email instead of by telephone, as previously required. If the internet and telephone services are not functioning, the bill waives the pre-meeting notification requirement and instead requires the school board to notify the media of the emergency meeting, its purpose, and any actions taken as soon as possible after the meeting. This bill imposes a state-mandated local program, but provides that no reimbursement is required. The bill also includes legislative findings that the changes further the purposes of the California Constitution relating to public access to the meetings of local public bodies.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 54956.5 of the Government Code, relating to open meetings.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Hoover (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 09/25/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 565, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #SB1443 • Last Action 09/22/2024
California Interagency Council on Homelessness.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the law to add a representative from the State Council on Developmental Disabilities to the California Interagency Council on Homelessness. The Interagency Council on Homelessness is responsible for overseeing homelessness programs, identifying resources, promoting systems integration, coordinating funding, making policy recommendations, and creating a statewide data system on homelessness. The bill would also require the Interagency Council to collect and publish financial and outcome data from state-funded homelessness programs. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to provide per diem and expense reimbursement to Interagency Council, advisory committee, and working group members who are or have been homeless.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 8257 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to homelessness.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Jones (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 09/04/2024
• Last Action: In Senate. Consideration of Governor's veto pending.
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CA bill #SB1451 • Last Action 09/22/2024
Professions and vocations.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to laws regulating various professions and vocations in California: 1. It specifies that the term "applicant" in provisions expediting licensure, waiving fees, or issuing temporary licenses for certain military members, military spouses, and refugees/asylees refers to individual license applicants and not business or entity applicants. 2. It removes the requirement for the Dental Board of California to approve, modify, or reject recommendations from the Dental Hygiene Board of California regarding dental hygiene scope of practice issues. It also allows registered dental hygienists in alternative practice to continue providing services if their practice's dental health professional shortage area certification is removed. 3. It changes the initial physician and surgeon licensing period to 26 months, allows for license renewal if the applicant is enrolled in a postgraduate training program, and adds the "D.O." initials to the list of prohibited terms for unlicensed individuals. 4. It makes certain changes to nurse practitioner transition to practice requirements and practice authorities. 5. It extends the authorization for pharmacists to furnish COVID-19 oral therapeutics until 2026 and requires pharmacists dispensing veterinary drugs to provide documentation specific to those drugs. 6. It extends the dates for licensed vocational nurses to perform certain respiratory care tasks and services. 7. It modifies the terms and appointment process for the California Massage Therapy Council's board of directors and moves the repeal date of the Massage Therapy Act to 2026. 8. It makes changes to fees and requirements for various licenses under the Barbering and Cosmetology Act. 9. It requires the Bureau of Automotive Repair to license federally recognized tribes engaging in activities regulated by the Automotive Repair Act. 10. It exempts certain out-of-state household movers from residency and examination requirements under the Household Movers Act.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 115.4, 115.5, 115.6, 135.4, 1926, 2054, 2837.101, 2837.103, 2837.104, 2837.105, 3765, 4052.04, 4602, 4621, 7423, 8593, 8593.1, 9880.1, and 19237 of, to add Sections 2097.5, 4069, and 9880.5 to, and to repeal Section 1905.2 of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to professions and vocations.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Angelique Ashby (D)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 09/22/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 481, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB2302 • Last Action 09/22/2024
Open meetings: local agencies: teleconferences.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the limits on remote participation by members of a local agency's legislative body in teleconference meetings. The bill allows members to participate remotely for a specified number of meetings per year, depending on how frequently the legislative body meets. It also defines a "meeting" for the purpose of counting remote participation. The bill makes legislative findings that the changes further the purposes of the California Constitution relating to public access to meetings of local public bodies. The bill retains existing requirements for teleconference meetings, such as allowing public participation and providing notice of the means to access the meeting.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 54953 of the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dawn Addis (D)*, John Laird (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 09/22/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 389, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB2159 • Last Action 09/22/2024
Common interest developments: association governance: elections.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would authorize an association to adopt an election operating rule that allows for voting by electronic secret ballot, except for elections regarding assessments. The bill would require the association to provide members the option to opt out of electronic voting and vote by written ballot. It would also require the inspector of elections to ensure certain safeguards for electronic voting, such as authentication of voters' identities and the ability for members to confirm their devices can communicate with the voting system. The bill would make various other changes to the election process for common interest developments, including requirements for notice, delivery of ballots, and procedures for counting and tabulating votes.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 5105, 5110, 5115, 5120, 5125, 5200, and 5260 of the Civil Code, relating to common interest developments.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Maienschein (D)*
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 09/22/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 383, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB2620 • Last Action 09/21/2024
California Commission on Aging.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would make several changes to the California Commission on Aging. It would reduce the number of commission members from 25 to 18, with 12 members appointed by the Governor and the remaining members appointed by the Speaker of the Assembly and the Senate Rules Committee. The bill would require the commission members to be a mix of consumers and providers of services under the federal Older Americans Act, with expertise in areas like health, behavioral health, and housing. The bill would also clarify that the commission is an "advisory commission" subject to applicable teleconferencing provisions under the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act. Additionally, the bill would revise the duties and purpose of the commission, including requiring its advisory participation in the consideration of initiatives for programs and services affecting older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers, and monitoring and engaging in federal advocacy efforts on issues impacting these populations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 9200, 9201, and 9202 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to aging.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jasmeet Bains (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 09/21/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 334, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB1505 • Last Action 09/20/2024
California Earthquake Authority: closed meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would allow the governing board or advisory panel of the California Earthquake Authority (CEA) to hold closed sessions when discussing the development of rates, reinsurance, and strategy, if discussing these matters in open session would prejudice the CEA's position. The bill would require a two-thirds vote of the members present at the meeting to hold such a closed session, and would also require the CEA to report after the closed session on the general nature of the matters considered and whether any action was taken. If the closed session lasts longer than two hours, the CEA would need to provide reasonable public notice before reconvening in open session.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 11126 of the Government Code, relating to state government.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Freddie Rodriguez (D)*
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 52
• Last Amended: 09/20/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 301, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #SB1445 • Last Action 09/20/2024
Governing boards: pupil members: expulsion hearing recommendations.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would authorize school district governing boards, charter school governing bodies, and the governing bodies of entities managing multiple charter schools to allow their respective pupil members to make restorative justice recommendations that would be considered in closed session expulsion hearings. The bill would require, if such recommendations are authorized, limited case information pertaining to those closed session items to be disclosed to the pupil members, subject to the voluntary, written consent of the pupil and their parent or guardian, and in compliance with privacy laws.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 35012 and 47604.2 of the Education Code, relating to school governance.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Cortese (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 09/20/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 327, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB799 • Last Action 09/19/2024
Interagency Council on Homelessness: funding: state programs.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would make several changes to the Interagency Council on Homelessness, including: - Requiring the council to include the Governor's Tribal Advisor as a member. - Removing the reference to coordinating "existing funding and applications for competitive funding" and instead requiring the council to coordinate "applications for funding." - Requiring council staff to develop and regularly maintain a strategic funding guide and calendar of new or existing funding opportunities, and requiring state agencies and departments administering homelessness programs to provide the council with information on new or existing funding opportunities on a quarterly basis. - Requiring the council to collect fiscal and outcome data from state agencies and departments administering homelessness programs, and make that data publicly available annually starting in 2027. - Incorporating additional changes to the council proposed in another bill (SB 1443) if that bill is also enacted. The overall goal of the bill is to improve coordination, transparency, and accountability in the state's efforts to address and reduce homelessness.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 8257 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to homelessness.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 13 : Laura Friedman (D)*, Luz Rivas (D)*, Sharon Quirk-Silva (D)*, Chris Ward (D)*, Lori Wilson (D)*, Catherine Blakespear (D), Jesse Gabriel (D), Eduardo Garcia (D), Ash Kalra (D), Gail Pellerin (D), Pilar Schiavo (D), Aisha Wahab (D), Wendy Carrillo (D)
• Versions: 11 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 54
• Last Amended: 09/19/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 263, Statutes of 2024.
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NJ bill #S3615 • Last Action 09/19/2024
Replaces definition of "management committee" with "board of authority commissioners" and makes various changes to existing law concerning administration of regional authority.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to establish a regional rehabilitation and reentry center authority. The key provisions of this bill 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 time considerations concerning applications to the Local Finance Board for approval of the inter-county agreement and any amendments to it. 3. It allows for a registered municipal accountant, in addition to a certified public accountant, to conduct an annual audit of the authority. The bill provides context by explaining that the regional authority is responsible for developing, constructing, maintaining, and operating a regional rehabilitation and reentry center to meet the needs of its member counties.
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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 time considerations concerning applications to the Local Finance Board and allows for a registered municipal accountant to conduct an audit of the authority.
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• Introduced: 09/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Beach (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 09/20/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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MI bill #HB5926 • Last Action 09/17/2024
School aid: supplemental; school aid supplemental; provide for. Amends secs. 11, 31aa & 99h of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1611 et seq.) & adds sec. 97h.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the State School Aid Act of 1979 to increase funding for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The key provisions include: - Increasing the total school aid appropriation to $18.68 billion, with $17.22 billion being paid to local school districts. - Allocating an additional $303 million from the general fund to provide payments to districts, intermediate districts, nonpublic schools, and the Michigan Schools for the Deaf and Blind for activities to improve student mental health and school safety, with 50% of the funds required to be used for school safety purposes. - Creating the School Safety and Mental Health Commission to provide recommendations to reduce youth suicides and strengthen the mental health of school-aged children. - Increasing funding for competitive grants to districts, intermediate districts, and nonpublic schools for robotics competition programs. - The bill takes effect on October 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled"The state school aid act of 1979,"by amending sections 11, 31aa, and 99h (MCL 388.1611, 388.1631aa, and 388.1699h), as amended by 2024 PA 120, and by adding section 97h.
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• Introduced: 09/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Nancy DeBoer (R)*, Jaime Greene (R), David Martin (R), Gina Johnsen (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 09/11/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 09/11/2024
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CA bill #AB1855 • Last Action 09/14/2024
Open meetings: teleconferences: community college student body associations and student-run organizations.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, until January 1, 2026, would authorize California Community College student body associations and other specified student-run community college organizations to use alternate teleconferencing provisions related to meeting notice, agenda, and public participation. The bill would allow these organizations to hold teleconference meetings without requiring that a quorum of the members participate from locations within the community college district, provided certain conditions are met, such as the board of trustees adopting an authorizing resolution and the eligible legislative body voting to use the alternate teleconference provisions. The bill makes legislative findings that this additional teleconference flexibility is necessary to account for the specific needs of student organizations and will continue the benefits seen during the COVID-19 pandemic of increased public participation and accessibility.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 54953.9 of the Government Code, relating to open meetings.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joaquin Arambula (D)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 09/14/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 232, Statutes of 2024.
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MA bill #S2523 • Last Action 09/12/2024
Relative to the town charter for the town of Southbridge
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to establish a new town charter for the town of Southbridge. The key provisions include: - The town will have a Town Council-Town Manager form of government. The Town Council will have 9 members elected at-large to 3-year staggered terms, with limits on the number of consecutive terms they can serve. - The Town Manager will be the Chief Administrative Officer, appointed by the Town Council, responsible for administering and implementing the Council's policies and directives. The Manager will have the power to appoint and remove certain department heads and members of town boards and commissions. - The town will have a School Committee of 7 members elected at-large to 3-year staggered terms, with powers over the public schools. - A Department of Public Works will be established, led by a Director appointed by the Town Manager. - The bill also includes provisions on town elections, finances, budget procedures, and the amendment process for the town charter.
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Bill Summary: Relative to the town charter for the town of Southbridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Ryan Fattman (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 12/07/2023
• Last Action: New draft (Fattman) substituted, see S2943
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NC bill #S166 • Last Action 09/11/2024
2024 Bldg. Code Regulatory Reform
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a number of changes to various development regulations, building codes, and construction-related laws in North Carolina: This bill prohibits local public water systems from requiring customers to install backflow preventers on existing connections unless the system is determined to be a high hazard by the Department of Environmental Quality. It also limits the frequency of required backflow preventer testing for residential irrigation systems. The bill also prohibits local governments from requiring redundant water service shut-off valves in certain residential dwellings. Regarding building permits, the bill clarifies that all fees collected by building inspection departments must be used to support the administration and operations of the building inspection department. It also requires local governments to perform initial reviews of residential building plans within 15 business days and provide partial refunds of permit fees if the initial review is not performed within 20 days. The bill makes changes to the North Carolina State Building Code, including allowing towns and counties to adopt local fire prevention codes that are more stringent than the state code in certain circumstances. It also includes several specific technical changes related to fire-resistance requirements for townhouse end units, ground fault circuit interrupter protection for sump pumps, and stairway glazing requirements. The bill makes changes to laws governing construction contractors and design professionals, including allowing the courts to award attorney's fees and investigation costs to the licensing boards when they prevail in enforcement actions. It also creates a certification program for building code permit technicians. Regarding environmental and environmental health regulations, the bill clarifies previous changes to laws prohibiting local governments from requiring payments from owners of stormwater control systems for future maintenance or replacement costs. It also modifies requirements for recording operation and maintenance agreements for stormwater control measures. The bill includes several changes to on-site wastewater system laws and regulations. The bill also reorganizes the Building Code Council by reducing the number of members and changing the appointment process, and creates a new Residential Code Council to oversee the North Carolina Residential Code.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND VARIOUS DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; TO AMEND VARIOUS NORTH CAROLINA STATE BUILDING CODES; TO AMEND VARIOUS CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS AND DESIGN PROFESSIONALS REGULATIONS; TO AMEND VARIOUS ENVIRONMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH REGULATIONS; AND TO REORGANIZE THE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Joyce Krawiec (R)*, Steve Jarvis (R)*, Paul Lowe (D)*, Tim Moffitt (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 67
• Last Amended: 09/11/2024
• Last Action: Ch. SL 2024-49
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MI bill #SB0747 • Last Action 09/11/2024
Appropriations: omnibus; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2024-2025 and supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one paragraph summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill creates an appropriations act that makes, supplements, adjusts, and consolidates appropriations for various state departments and agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch, as well as for capital outlay purposes, for fiscal years 2024-2025 and provides supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2023-2024. The bill outlines the total state spending, spending to local units of government, and sources of funding, as well as various reporting requirements, restrictions on expenditures, and other provisions concerning the appropriations. Key areas funded include the Department of Corrections, Department of Education, Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, and various general government functions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to make, supplement, adjust, and consolidate appropriations for various state departments and agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch and for capital outlay purposes for the fiscal years ending September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2025; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sarah Anthony (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 47
• Last Amended: 07/25/2024
• Last Action: Postponed For The Day
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MA bill #S747 • Last Action 09/05/2024
Relative to the nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would allow Massachusetts to participate in the national Nurse Licensure Compact, which establishes a multistate license that allows nurses to practice in other compact states without obtaining additional licenses. The key provisions include allowing nurses with a multistate license issued by their home state to practice in other compact states, requiring participating states to use a coordinated licensure information system, and creating the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to oversee the compact. The bill also authorizes the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing to take disciplinary action against nurses practicing in the state under a multistate license and to increase licensing fees as necessary to fund the implementation of the compact.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to participation in the national nurse licensure compact agreement. Health Care Financing.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Barry Finegold (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session
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MA bill #H2233 • Last Action 09/05/2024
Establishing a physical therapy licensure compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a physical therapy licensure compact to facilitate the interstate practice of physical therapy and improve public access to physical therapy services. The compact allows for the mutual recognition of licenses between member states, enhances the ability of states to protect public health and safety, encourages cooperation among member states, and supports military families. The bill outlines key definitions, participation requirements for states, rules for obtaining a compact privilege, provisions for active duty military and their spouses, procedures for adverse actions and investigations, and the establishment of the Physical Therapy Compact Commission to administer the compact. Overall, the bill aims to create a framework for increased mobility and access to physical therapy services across state lines.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish a physical therapy licensure compact. Public Health.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 5 : Adrian Madaro (D)*, Rady Mom (D), Ryan Fattman (R), Simon Cataldo (D), Paul McMurtry (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see H5014
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MA bill #H2986 • Last Action 09/05/2024
Establishing the psychology interjurisdictional compact?
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the psychology interjurisdictional compact, which allows licensed psychologists to practice telepsychology and temporary in-person services across state lines in participating compact states. Key provisions include: - Allowing licensed psychologists to practice telepsychology in other compact states and temporary in-person services for up to 30 days per year in other compact states, subject to certain requirements like holding an active E.Passport or Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate. - Establishing a Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission to administer the compact, including developing rules and bylaws, and a coordinated database to share licensing and disciplinary information. - Granting the home state authority to take adverse action against a psychologist's license, which would terminate their authority to practice telepsychology or temporary in-person services in other compact states. - Providing the commission with investigative and enforcement powers, including issuing subpoenas and cease and desist orders. - Allowing compact states to recover costs from psychologists for disciplinary actions related to their authority to practice under the compact. The bill aims to increase public access to psychological services by facilitating interjurisdictional practice, while also enhancing state oversight and information sharing to protect public health and safety.
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Bill Summary: Relative to establishing the psychology interjurisdictional compact. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 5 : Ruth Balser (D)*, Tom Stanley (D), Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Simon Cataldo (D), Mike Connolly (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see H5014
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MA bill #H2256 • Last Action 09/05/2024
Authorizing Massachusetts entry into the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes Massachusetts to enter into the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which creates a streamlined process for physicians to become licensed in multiple states. The compact establishes the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission to administer the agreement, define eligibility requirements for an expedited license, and set rules and procedures for license renewals, discipline, and information sharing between member states. The bill also requires the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine to adopt regulations, take disciplinary action, and conduct fingerprint-based criminal background checks as part of the licensing process under the compact.
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Bill Summary: Relative to membership in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. Public Health.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 13 : Smitty Pignatelli (D)*, Colleen Garry (D), Chris Hendricks (D), John Barrett (D), Josh Cutler (D), Kelly Pease (R), Bruce Tarr (R), Matt Muratore (R), Kathy LaNatra (D), Joe McKenna (R), Aaron Saunders (D), Christopher Markey (D), Kay Khan (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see H5014
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CA bill #AB2783 • Last Action 09/01/2024
San Diego Unified Port District.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would make several changes to the San Diego Unified Port District Act: 1. It would require the board of commissioners to adopt a code of ethics and establish a board of ethics to provide independent ethics advice. The bill would also establish a process for addressing ethics complaints against the board, commissioners, and certain district officers. 2. It would prohibit commissioners from lobbying, contracting with, or being employed by the board or district for one year after leaving office. The bill would also require the district to establish a registry for lobbyists. 3. It would authorize the board to censure or remove a commissioner from a committee after appropriate notice and if certain criteria are met. 4. It would require the board to establish a Maritime Industrial Impact Fund to mitigate off-tideland impacts from the district's maritime industrial and terminal activities, with at least 2% of the district's gross maritime industrial operating revenue deposited into the fund. 5. It would authorize moneys in the district's revenue fund to be used for electrification projects, human-operated zero-emission cargo handling equipment, and related infrastructure. The bill would also make other changes related to commissioner appointments, compensation, and transparency requirements. Additionally, the bill includes provisions regarding state-mandated local program reimbursements.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 16, 17, 18, and 83 of, and to add Sections 18.3 and 18.5 to, the San Diego Unified Port District Act (Chapter 67 of the First Extraordinary Session of the Statutes of 1962), relating to the San Diego Unified Port District.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Alvarez (D)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 08/15/2024
• Last Action: In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending.
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DE bill #SB298 • Last Action 08/29/2024
An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Newport.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Charter of the Town of Newport in the following ways: - It clarifies that Commissioners can discuss appointments and removals of Town administrative officers and employees with the Town Manager in executive session. It also removes the exception allowing Commissioners to inquire and investigate about Town officers and employees who are subject to the Town Manager's direction and supervision. - It removes the requirement for Commissioners to attend a minimum number of meetings and instead requires them to forfeit office for failure to attend four regular meetings in a 12-month period. - It removes the requirement for the Town to post assessment rolls in five prominent locations and hold an assessment board of appeals. It also allows the Town Manager, instead of the Commissioners, to certify the assessment roll as true and correct. - It removes the requirement for the Town to prepare a five-year capital program and instead allows the Town Manager to submit a capital improvement plan to the Commissioners for approval. - It authorizes the Town to charge franchise fees, impact fees, or gross rental receipts. - It removes the requirements for the Town to have a separate Assessor, Plumbing Inspector, and Planning Commission, instead allowing the Town Manager to handle these responsibilities. - It modifies the election process, including requiring a criminal background check for candidates and allowing the Town to utilize the state's voter registration rolls. - It simplifies the process for amending the Town Charter, allowing amendments to be proposed by the General Assembly instead of requiring a referendum.
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Bill Summary: This Act amends the Charter of the Town of Newport in the following ways:
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• Introduced: 05/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 152nd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Spiros Mantzavinos (D)*, Tizzy Lockman (D)*, Jack Walsh (D)*, DeShanna Neal (D), Stephanie Bolden (D), Frank Cooke (D), Kim Williams (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 06/28/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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DE bill #SB188 • Last Action 08/29/2024
An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact (ITMC), which creates a streamlined pathway for teachers to become licensed in multiple states. The ITMC establishes reciprocity among participating states, reducing barriers to license portability and employment. It also supports the relocation of military spouses, facilitates the exchange of licensure information, and maintains state sovereignty in regulating the teaching profession. The bill outlines the structure and powers of the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission, which will oversee the implementation of the ITMC. The bill takes effect once the ITMC is adopted by 10 states.
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Bill Summary: This Act enacts the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact (ITMC). The Council of State Governments partnered with the Department of Defense and the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) to support the mobility of licensed teachers through the development of this new interstate compact. The ITMC will create reciprocity among participant states and reduce barriers to license portability and employment.
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• Introduced: 06/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 152nd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 14 : Laura Sturgeon (D)*, Kyle Gay (D)*, Bryan Townsend (D)*, Kim Williams (D), Eric Buckson (R), Stephanie Hansen (D), Kyra Hoffner (D), Tizzy Lockman (D), Sarah McBride (D), Trey Paradee (D), Brian Pettyjohn (R), Marie Pinkney (D), Jack Walsh (D), Nnamdi Chukwuocha (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 06/16/2023
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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CA bill #AB1917 • Last Action 08/28/2024
Local educational agencies: governance training.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require all local educational agency officials, which includes members of governing boards of school districts, county boards of education, and charter school governing bodies, to receive training in K-12 public education governance laws. The training would cover topics such as open meeting laws, public education finance, personnel and employee laws, and public school accountability laws. Local educational agencies or associations of local educational agencies would be authorized to offer the training courses, and they would be required to maintain records of the training received by their officials. The bill would also provide for reimbursement to local agencies and school districts for any state-mandated costs associated with the training requirements.
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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: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Al Muratsuchi (D)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 08/23/2024
• Last Action: Ordered to inactive file at the request of Senator Allen.
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NE bill #LB34 • Last Action 08/21/2024
Adopt the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act and the School District Property Tax Relief Act and change provisions relating to revenue and taxation
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Adopts the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act, which limits the annual increase in a political subdivision's (county, city, or village) property tax request to a percentage based on growth in property valuation and inflation, with some exceptions. It also adopts the School District Property Tax Relief Act, which creates a property tax credit program funded by transfers from the General Fund to provide relief for property taxes levied by school districts. The bill also makes various changes related to revenue and taxation, such as modifying provisions of the Nebraska Budget Act, budget limitations, payments to municipal counties, county reimbursement for indigent defense systems, the Public Facilities Construction and Finance Act, the Property Tax Request Act, collection of taxes, the Local Option Revenue Act, revenue forecasting, the Nebraska Property Tax Incentive Act, and the Nebraska Transformational Project Fund.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to revenue and taxation; to amend sections 13-508, 13-518, 13-2817, 29-3933, 72-2305, 72-2306, and 77-27,142, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 77-1776, 77-27,144, 77-4602, and 81-12,193, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and sections 77-1632, 77-1633, 77-1701, 77-6702, and 77-6703, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act and the School District Property Tax Relief Act; to change provisions relating to the Nebraska Budget Act, budget limitations, payments to municipal counties, county reimbursement for indigent defense systems, the Public Facilities Construction and Finance Act, the Property Tax Request Act, collection of taxes, the Local Option Revenue Act, revenue forecasting, the Nebraska Property Tax Incentive Act, and the Nebraska Transformational Project Fund; to redefine terms; to harmonize provisions; to provide severability; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 07/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature 1st Special Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Brewer (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 20 • Actions: 248
• Last Amended: 08/20/2024
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor on August 20, 2024
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NE bill #LB16 • Last Action 08/20/2024
Adopt the Nebraska EPIC Option Consumption Tax Act and terminate tax provisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Nebraska EPIC Option Consumption Tax Act and terminates tax provisions. Specifically, it repeals the state income tax, state and local sales/use taxes, the property tax, the motor vehicle tax and fee, the inheritance tax, and terminates the Nebraska Budget Act, tax-increment financing, the Tax Equity and Educational Opportunities Support Act, and the Community College Aid Act. The bill establishes a 7.5% statewide consumption tax, with counties/cities able to add up to 1% for bond repayment. It provides exemptions for certain purchases and establishes procedures for administering and enforcing the consumption tax. The bill also creates new government entities and funds to manage budgets and funding for counties, political subdivisions, and public schools under the new tax system.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to revenue and taxation; to amend sections 13-319, 13-501, 13-2813, 60-3,185, 60-3,190, 77-27,148, and 77-3507, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 77-201, 77-2004, 77-2005, 77-2006, 77-3508, 77-6406, and 77-6827, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, sections 18-2147, 77-3506, 79-1001, and 85-2231, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, and section 77-2701, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 67, Laws 2024, , section 8, and Laws 2024, , section 80; to adopt the Nebraska EPIC Option Consumption Tax Act; to terminate the Nebraska Budget Act, tax-increment financing, the motor vehicle tax, the motor vehicle fee, the property tax, the inheritance tax, sales and use taxes, the income tax, the homestead exemption, the Tax Equity and Educational Opportunities Support Act, and the Community College Aid Act as prescribed; to change an application deadline under the ImagiNE Nebraska Act; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 07/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature 1st Special Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Erdman (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 07/25/2024
• Last Action: Indefinitely Postponed pursuant to Rule 9, Sec. 8
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NE bill #LB1 • Last Action 08/20/2024
Adopt the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act, the School District Property Tax Relief Act, and the Advertising Services Tax Act and change revenue and taxation provisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Adopts the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act, which places limits on the amount of property taxes that political subdivisions can levy each year, with some exceptions allowed for approved bonds, emergencies, and increases approved by voters. - Adopts the School District Property Tax Relief Act, which provides property tax credits to real property owners funded by the state to help offset school district property taxes. - Adopts the Advertising Services Tax Act, which imposes a 7.5% tax on the gross advertising revenue of companies with over $1 billion in combined gross advertising revenue. - Changes various other tax provisions, including increasing the cigarette tax, changing sales and use tax exemptions and rates, modifying income tax deductions, and allocating increased tax revenue to the Education Future Fund. - Establishes the intent of the Legislature to reevaluate and change the funding formula for Nebraska's public school system to increase state funding and decrease reliance on property taxes.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to revenue and taxation; to amend sections 2-2701, 9-648, 13-508, 13-518, 13-2817, 29-3933, 53-160, 72-2305, 72-2306, 77-2701.11, 77-2701.35, 77-2704.10, 77-2704.24, 77-2704.27, 77-2704.50, 77-27,142, 77-27,148, 77-27,235, 77-5209.02, and 79-1002, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; sections 77-382, 77-693, 77-801, 77-1238, 77-1239, 77-1248, 77-1776, 77-2602, 77-2701.16, 77-2703, 77-27,144, and 81-12,193, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; sections 77-1632, 77-1633, 77-1701, 77-2734.01, 77-4008, 77-6702, and 77-6703, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; section 77-3005, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 11; section 77-202, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 10, and Laws 2024, , section 73; section 9-1,101, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 1; section 77-2701, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 67, Laws 2024, , section 8, and Laws 2024, , section 80; section 77-2701.02, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 81; section 77-2701.04, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 68, and Laws 2024, , section 82; section 77-2716, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 75, Laws 2024, , section 10, Laws 2024, , section 85, and Laws 2024, , section 1; section 77-27,132, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 3; section 77-4025, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 36; section 77-4212, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 11; section 77-4405, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 90, and Laws 2024, , section 14; section 79-1021, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 12; Laws 2024, , section 17; and Laws 2024, , section 17; to adopt the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act, the School District Property Tax Relief Act, and the Advertising Services Tax Act; to change provisions relating to the taxes collected under the Nebraska County and City Lottery Act; to change provisions relating to budgets and budget limitations; to change provisions relating to the taxes collected under the Nebraska Liquor Control Act; to change the Personal Property Tax Relief Act as prescribed; to change provisions relating to property tax statements, the cigarette tax, and sales tax rates; to eliminate certain sales and use tax exemptions and impose sales and use taxes on certain services; to define and redefine terms; to change provisions relating to the imposition of sales and use taxes; to change income tax provisions relating to certain income or loss received from S-corporations and limited liability companies; to change the distribution of sales and use tax and income tax revenue; to change provisions of the Local Option Revenue Act, the Mechanical Amusement Device Tax Act, the Tobacco Products Tax Act, the Property Tax Credit Act, the Nebraska Property Tax Incentive Act, and the Tax Equity and Educational Opportunities Support Act; to harmonize provisions; to provide an operative date; to provide severability; to repeal the original sections; to outright repeal sections 77-2701.49, 77-2701.50, 77-2701.51, 77-2701.52, 77-2701.53, 77-2704.22, 77-2704.38, 77-2704.39, 77-2704.40, 77-2704.51, 77-2704.53, 77-2704.56, 77-2704.57, 77-2704.60, 77-2704.61, 77-2704.62, 77-2704.63, 77-2704.65, and 77-2704.67, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; sections 77-2704.20 and 77-2704.69, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; sections 77-2704.36 and 77-4003.01, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; and section 77-2704.66, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, as amended by Laws 2024, , section 83; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 07/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature 1st Special Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lou Ann Linehan (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 90
• Last Amended: 07/25/2024
• Last Action: Indefinitely Postponed pursuant to Rule 9, Sec. 8
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CA bill #SB1194 • Last Action 08/15/2024
Advisory bodies: membership information: State Superintendent of Public Instruction’s Parent Advisory Council: meetings.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the California Department of Education to publicly post on its website the membership information of all advisory councils, committees, workgroups, and other similar bodies established by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, including the Superintendent's Parent Advisory Council. The membership information would include the name, occupation, title, and employer (if employed by a local educational agency) of each member. Additionally, the bill would require the Superintendent's Parent Advisory Council to conduct its meetings pursuant to the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, which ensures public access to government meetings.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 33133.3 to the Education Code, relating to elementary and secondary education.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Wilk (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 06/17/2024
• Last Action: August 15 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.
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CA bill #SB99 • Last Action 08/15/2024
Law enforcement agencies: military equipment.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to add a new requirement that a law enforcement agency must obtain approval from the applicable governing body before acquiring or using military equipment. The new requirement is that the United States Armed Forces cannot have been prohibited by federal law or regulation from purchasing the military equipment from the manufacturer or seller. The bill also extends until January 1, 2028 various provisions related to remote criminal proceedings, such as allowing defendants to appear remotely and permitting witnesses to testify remotely. Additionally, the bill provides that if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill contains costs mandated by the state, local agencies and school districts will be reimbursed for those costs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7071 of the Government Code, relating to military equipment.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Umberg (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 06/10/2024
• Last Action: August 15 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.
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CA bill #AB1331 • Last Action 08/15/2024
California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the Center for Data Insights and Innovation to take over the establishment, implementation, and functions of the California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework by January 1, 2024, subject to an appropriation in the annual Budget Act. The bill would require the center to establish the CalHHS Data Exchange Board to develop recommendations and review, modify, and approve any modifications to the Data Exchange Framework data sharing agreement. The bill would also require the center to establish a process to designate qualified health information organizations as data-sharing intermediaries that meet certain criteria by July 1, 2024.
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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: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Wood (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 07/13/2023
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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IL bill #HB4261 • Last Action 08/09/2024
AGING-OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to existing laws and task forces in Illinois: It amends the Children and Family Services Act to extend the deadline for the Holistic Mental Health Care for Youth in Care Task Force to submit its final report from December 31, 2024 to December 31, 2025. It also removes a requirement that the Task Force make recommendations in its quarterly reports. The bill creates the Creative Economy Task Force within the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to develop a strategic plan to improve Illinois' creative economy. The Task Force has specific objectives and guidelines it must follow in developing the plan. It amends the Task Force on Missing and Murdered Chicago Women Act to add two Chicago police officers to the Task Force. The bill extends the deadlines for the Community Land Trust Task Force to meet, submit its final report, and be dissolved and repealed from December 31, 2024 to July 1, 2025, December 31, 2025, and December 31, 2025, respectively. It also makes several changes to the timelines and deadlines for the Illinois Flag Commission, the Alternative Protein Innovation Task Force, and the Teacher Performance Assessment Task Force. Finally, the bill removes a requirement that the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability report to the Governor and General Assembly within 15 days after each General Assembly convenes, and changes the meeting frequency for the board of governors over the Office of the State's Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor from every 3 months to every 6 months.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Children and Family Services Act. Removes a requirement that the Holistic Mental Health Care for Youth in Care Task Force make recommendations resulting from its study in certain quarterly reports. Requires the Task Force to submit its final report no later than December 31, 2025 (rather than 2024). Amends the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Creates the Creative Economy Task Force, subject to appropriation, with certain requirements. Amends the Task Force on Missing and Murdered Chicago Women Act. Adds to the Task Force two Chicago police officers, with certain requirements. Amends the Community Land Trust Task Force Act. Provides that the Community Land Trust Task Force shall meet at least 6 times before July 1, 2025 (rather than December 31, 2024). Provides that the Task Force shall submit its final report no later than December 31, 2025 (rather than December 31, 2024). Provides that the Task Force is dissolved and the Act is repealed on December 31, 2025 (rather than December 31, 2024). Amends the Illinois Flag Commission Act. Provides that the Commission shall select, on or before January 1, 2025 (rather than September 1, 2024), a group of no more than 10 proposed flag designs that meet certain requirements. Provides that the Commission shall, on or before April 1, 2025 (rather than December 3, 2024), submit to the General Assembly a written report. Provides that the Chair of the Commission shall convene the first meeting by no later than June 30, 2024 (rather than September 1, 2023). Amends the Alternative Protein Innovation Task Force Act. Provides that the Alternative Protein Innovation Task Force shall submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly by no later than June 30, 2025 (rather than June 30, 2024). Requires the Task Force to be dissolved on December 31, 2025 (rather than December 31, 2024). Provides that the Alternative Protein Innovation Task Force Act is repealed on January 1, 2026 (rather than January 1, 2025). Amends the Legislative Commission Reorganization Act of 1984. Removes a requirement that the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability report to the Governor and the General Assembly within 15 days after the convening of each General Assembly. Amends the School Code. Provides that the Teacher Performance Assessment Task Force shall report on its work, including certain recommendations, to the State Board of Education and the General Assembly on or before October 31, 2024 (rather than August 1, 2024). Amends the Rental Housing Support Program Act. Provides that a report delineating the Illinois Rental Housing Support Program Funding Allocation Task Force's findings, conclusions, and recommendations shall be submitted to the General Assembly by no later than September 30, 2024 (rather than September 30, 2023). Provides that certain provisions relating to the Illinois Rental Housing Support Program Funding Allocation Task Force in the Rental Housing Support Program Act shall be repealed on September 30, 2025 (rather than September 30, 2024). Amends the State's Attorney's Appellate Prosecutor's Act. Provides that the board of governors over the Office of the State's Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor shall meet at least once every 6 months (rather than 3 months). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Katie Stuart (D)*, Mattie Hunter (D)*, Carol Ammons (D), Dee Avelar (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Sharon Chung (D), Camille Lilly (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 75
• Last Amended: 08/14/2024
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0811
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OH bill #SB90 • Last Action 08/09/2024
Enter the Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would enact the "Social Work Licensure Compact" in Ohio. The key provisions of the compact include: - Facilitating interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services while preserving states' regulatory authority. - Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, which will oversee the compact, develop rules, and handle issues related to member state participation and compliance. - Allowing eligible social workers to obtain a "multistate license" that authorizes practice in all member states, subject to certain requirements. - Providing procedures for member states to take adverse actions against a social worker's multistate license and allowing joint investigations between member states. - Establishing a data system to share licensure and disciplinary information among member states. - Allowing active military members and their spouses to designate a home state for their multistate license. - Outlining the process for states to join, withdraw from, and amend the compact.
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Bill Summary: To enact sections 4757.52 and 4757.521 of the Revised Code to enter into the Social Work Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 03/22/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
• Sponsors: 17 : Kristina Roegner (R)*, Jerry Cirino (R), Hearcel Craig (D), Bill DeMora (D), Theresa Gavarone (R), Bob Hackett (R), Paula Hicks-Hudson (D), Catherine Ingram (D), Terry Johnson (R), Stephanie Kunze (R), Al Landis (R), Rob McColley (R), Bill Reineke (R), Michele Reynolds (R), Mark Romanchuk (R), Vernon Sykes (D), Shane Wilkin (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Effective
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DC bill #B25-0765 • Last Action 08/02/2024
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Temporary Amendment Act of 2024
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act of 2010 to allow public bodies in the District of Columbia to hold meetings that are considered "open to the public" if the public body takes reasonable steps to allow the public to view or hear the meeting in real-time, or as soon as technologically feasible if real-time viewing or hearing is not possible. The bill also updates the language around the public's ability to attend meetings. The bill is temporary, expiring 225 days after taking effect.
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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 of 2010 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: 04/01/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 05/07/2024
• Last Action: Law L25-0194, Effective from Jul 19, 2024 Published in DC Register Vol 71 and Page 009567, Expires on Mar 01, 2025
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IL bill #SB2976 • Last Action 08/02/2024
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to the Historic Preservation Act and the Illinois Historic Sites Advisory Council Act: 1. It creates the State Historic Preservation Board, a 9-member board appointed by the Governor, to oversee historic preservation efforts. The board must include members with expertise in areas like public history, library studies, community organizations, the Americans with Disabilities Act, federal historic designations, and museum work. At least 5 of the board members must represent historically excluded and marginalized communities. 2. It gives the Board the authority to list, delist, and modify the list of State Historic Sites, subject to approval by the Department of Natural Resources Director. The Board must consider factors like budgetary impact, inclusion of marginalized histories, geographic balance, disability access, and federal designations when making these decisions. 3. It renames the Illinois Historic Sites Advisory Council as the Illinois National Register Advisory Council, reduces its membership from 15 to 9 members, and aligns its composition and operations with the Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information Act. 4. It makes various other changes, such as requiring the Department to provide administrative support to the Board, requiring an annual report on the State Historic Sites, and repealing the Historical Sites Listing Act. Overall, the bill aims to restructure and strengthen historic preservation governance in Illinois, with a focus on increasing diversity, accessibility, and transparency in the state's historic sites portfolio.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes. Provides that the State Historic Preservation Board shall consist of 9 voting members appointed by the Governor (rather than 9 voting members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate). Makes changes to the composition of the Board. Provides that the Governor may remove a Board member for just cause. Provides that the Department shall provide administrative support to the Board. Removes distinctions between State Historic Sites, State Memorials, and Miscellaneous Properties. Authorizes the Board to modify, remove, or add to the list of State Historic Sites. Provides that the renamed Illinois National Register Advisory Council shall consist of 9 members (rather than 15), starting on January 1, 2025. Makes changes to the composition of the Council. Provides for quorum rules, as well as applicability of the Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information Act. Adds definitions. Makes technical and other changes. Effective immediately, except that the changes made to the Illinois Historic Sites Advisory Council Act take effect on January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Doris Turner (D)*, Maurice West (D)*, Mary Edly-Allen (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 08/02/2024
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0768
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NH bill #SB318 • Last Action 07/30/2024
Converting the manufactured housing installations standards board and the board of examiners of nursing home administrators into advisory boards, and creating a new advisory board named the advisory board of massage therapists, reflexologists, structural integrators, and Asian bodywork therapists.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill codifies the social work licensure compact. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, an instrumentality of the member states, to oversee and administer the compact. This includes setting rules and bylaws, collecting fees, and maintaining a data system for social work licensure information. - Allowing social workers to obtain a multistate license that authorizes practice in all member states, subject to certain education, examination, and experience requirements. The multistate license is issued and regulated by the social worker's home state. - Providing for reciprocal recognition of social work licenses between member states, with member states retaining authority to take disciplinary actions against social workers practicing in their state under the multistate license. - Establishing procedures for social workers to obtain and maintain multistate licenses, as well as for member states to join and withdraw from the compact. The bill aims to facilitate interstate practice of social workers, reduce licensing burdens, and enhance public protection through coordination and information-sharing among member states.
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Bill Summary: This bill codifies the social work licensure compact.
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• Introduced: 12/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Howard Pearl (R)*, David Watters (D), Cindy Rosenwald (D), Bill Gannon (R), Lou D'Allesandro (D), Rebecca Perkins Kwoka (D), Donna Soucy (D), Daryl Abbas (R), Denise Ricciardi (R), Donovan Fenton (D), Shannon Chandley (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 12/17/2023
• Last Action: Vetoed by Governor 07/26/2024
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MI bill #HB5507 • Last Action 07/30/2024
Appropriations: school aid; fiscal year 2024-2025 omnibus appropriations for K-12 school aid, higher education, and community colleges; provide for. Amends, adds & repeals (See bill).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides funding and policy changes to support K-12 education in Michigan. The key provisions are: - Appropriates over $18 billion in state funding for K-12 schools, community colleges, and public universities in 2024-2025, including funds from various state sources like the school aid fund, general fund, and special funds. - Creates the school aid countercyclical budget and foundation stabilization fund to help stabilize school funding during economic downturns. - Allocates funding for several targeted programs and initiatives, including student loan repayment assistance, educator talent development, early literacy support, and free school meals. - Provides additional per-pupil funding for districts with factors like high poverty, English learners, career/technical education, and declining enrollment. - Establishes new requirements and grant programs related to school consolidation, data systems, and partnership agreements for low-performing schools. The bill aims to improve student achievement, support the educator workforce, and provide essential services and resources to schools across Michigan.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled ?An act to make appropriations to aid in the support of the public schools, the intermediate school districts, community colleges, and public universities of the state; to make appropriations for certain other purposes relating to education; to provide for the disbursement of the appropriations; to authorize the issuance of certain bonds and provide for the security of those bonds; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, the state board of education, and certain other boards and officials; to create certain funds and provide for their expenditure; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,? by amending sections 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 11z, 12c, 15, 20, 20d, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22l, 22m, 22p, 23g, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 27a, 27c, 27d, 27g, 27j, 27k, 27l, 27n, 27o, 27p, 28, 29, 30d, 31a, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 31aa, 32d, 32n, 32p, 33, 35a, 35d, 39, 39a, 41, 41b, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51e, 51g, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 56, 61a, 61b, 61d, 61j, 62, 65, 67, 67f, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 97a, 97j, 97k, 98, 98d, 99b, 99g, 99h, 99s, 99t, 99x, 99aa, 99ee, 99ff, 99hh, 99jj, 104, 104h, 107, 147, 147a, 147c, 147e, 152a, 152b, 163, 201, 205, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 217, 217b, 222, 223, 229, 229a, 230, 236, 236c, 236j, 236n, 241, 241a, 241c, 244, 248, 248a, 250, 251, 252, 253, 254, 255, 256, 258, 259, 260, 263, 263a, 263b, 264, 268, 269, 270c, 275b, 275k, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 (MCL 388.1611, 388.1611a, 388.1611j, 388.1611k, 388.1611m, 388.1611s, 388.1611z, 388.1612c, 388.1615, 388.1620, 388.1620d, 388.1621h, 388.1622a, 388.1622b, 388.1622c, 388.1622d, 388.1622l, 388.1622m, 388.1622p, 388.1623g, 388.1624, 388.1624a, 388.1625f, 388.1625g, 388.1626a, 388.1626b, 388.1626c, 388.1626d, 388.1627a, 388.1627c, 388.1627d, 388.1627g, 388.1627j, 388.1627k, 388.1627l, 388.1627n, 388.1627o, 388.1627p, 388.1628, 388.1629, 388.1630d, 388.1631a, 388.1631d, 388.1631f, 388.1631j, 388.1631n, 388.1631aa, 388.1632d, 388.1632n, 388.1632p, 388.1633, 388.1635a, 388.1635d, 388.1639, 388.1639a, 388.1641, 388.1641b, 388.1651a, 388.1651c, 388.1651d, 388.1651e, 388.1651g, 388.1653a, 388.1654, 388.1654b, 388.1654d, 388.1656, 388.1661a, 388.1661b, 388.1661d, 388.1661j, 388.1662, 388.1665, 388.1667, 388.1667f, 388.1674, 388.1681, 388.1694, 388.1694a, 388.1697a, 388.1697j, 388.1697k, 388.1698, 388.1698d, 388.1699b, 388.1699g, 388.1699h, 388.1699s, 388.1699t, 388.1699x, 388.1699aa, 388.1699ee, 388.1699ff, 388.1699hh, 388.1699jj, 388.1704, 388.1704h, 388.1707, 388.1747, 388.1747a, 388.1747c, 388.1747e, 388.1752a, 388.1752b, 388.1763, 388.1801, 388.1805, 388.1806, 388.1807a, 388.1807b, 388.1807c, 388.1817, 388.1817b, 388.1822, 388.1823, 388.1829, 388.1829a, 388.1830, 388.1836, 388.1836c, 388.1836j, 388.1836n, 388.1841, 388.1841a, 388.1841c, 388.1844, 388.1848, 388.1848a, 388.1850, 388.1851, 388.1852, 388.1853, 388.1854, 388.1855, 388.1856, 388.1858, 388.1859, 388.1860, 388.1863, 388.1863a, 388.1863b, 388.1864, 388.1868, 388.1869, 388.1870c, 388.1875b, 388.1875k, 388.1876, 388.1877, 388.1878, 388.1879, 388.1880, 388.1881, and 388.1882), sections 11, 12c, 20, 22l, 31a, 41, 51a, 51c, 94a, 97k, 99jj, 147a, 201, 236, and 248 as amended by 2023 PA 320, sections 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 20d, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22m, 22p, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 27a, 27c, 28, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 31aa, 32d, 32n, 32p, 35a, 35d, 39, 39a, 41b, 51d, 51e, 51g, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 56, 61a, 61b, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 74, 81, 94, 97a, 98, 99h, 99s, 99t, 99x, 99aa, 99ee, 104, 104h, 107, 147, 147c, 147e, 152a, 152b, 163, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 223, 229a, 230, 236c, 236j, 241, 248a, 251, 252, 254, 256, 259, 260, 263, 263a, 264, 268, 269, 270c, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 as amended and sections 11z, 23g, 27g, 27j, 27k, 27l, 27n, 27o, 27p, 29, 30d, 33, 61j, 67f, 97j, 98d, 99b, 99g, 99ff, 99hh, 217b, 236n, 241a, 241c, 263b, and 275k as added by 2023 PA 103, section 27d as added and sections 229 and 275b as amended by 2022 PA 144, sections 205 and 217 as amended by 2020 PA 165, section 222 as amended by 2021 PA 86, section 244 as amended and section 250 as added by 2017 PA 108, sections 253 and 255 as amended by 2012 PA 201, and section 258 as amended by 2013 PA 60, and by adding sections 11bb, 12d, 22e, 25l, 27f, 27r, 27s, 31g, 35m, 35n, 51h, 55, 67a, 67b, 67d, 94d, 94e, 97m, 99, 99c, 99i, 147g, 164j, 201f, 201g, 201h, 216e, 217c, 236d, 236f, 236r, 241e, 247, 270, 275m, and 287; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Regina Weiss (D)*, Angela Witwer (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 07/25/2024
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 120'24 With Immediate Effect
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DC bill #B25-0853 • Last Action 07/26/2024
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act of 2010 to allow public bodies to hold virtual public meetings, as long as they take reasonable steps to allow the public to view or hear the meeting in real-time or as soon as practicable if real-time access is not technologically feasible. The bill is being enacted on an emergency basis due to congressional review, and will remain in effect for up to 90 days.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend, on an emergency basis, due to congressional review, the Open Meetings Act of 2010 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: 06/21/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 06/25/2024
• Last Action: Act A25-0511 Published in DC Register Vol 71 and Page 009332, Expires on Oct 16, 2024
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MA bill #H975 • Last Action 07/24/2024
To establish a Massachusetts public bank
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Massachusetts public bank that is wholly owned by the commonwealth. The key provisions are: The bank will hold a portion of the commonwealth's funds as deposits and invest them within the state to further the bank's goals, which include promoting economic development, assisting businesses and municipalities in recovering from external shocks, addressing affordable housing needs, supporting sustainable agriculture, and mitigating climate change. The bank will be supervised by the commissioner of banks for safety and soundness. The bank will have a board of directors with 9 members, including the state treasurer, and an advisory board of 18 members representing various stakeholder groups. The boards will oversee the bank's operations and a 4-year business plan. The commonwealth will provide an initial $200 million equity investment in the bank over 4 years, and the state treasurer will deposit at least $1.4 billion in public funds with the bank. The bank's deposits and liabilities will be guaranteed by the full faith and credit of the commonwealth. The bank is authorized to provide various types of affordable financing, including loans, credit enhancements, and equity investments, to eligible recipients such as municipalities, nonprofits, cooperatives, small businesses, and rural enterprises, with a focus on supporting underserved communities and addressing economic inequities.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish a Massachusetts public bank. Financial Services.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 14 : Mike Connolly (D)*, Tony Cabral (D)*, Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Steve Owens (D), David LeBoeuf (D), Sam Montaño (D), Jim Hawkins (D), Carol Doherty (D), Vanna Howard (D), Becca Rausch (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Erika Uyterhoeven (D), Kay Khan (D), Carmine Gentile (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see H4898
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NH bill #HB1172 • Last Action 07/22/2024
Relative to meetings of condominium boards and committees.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill exempts certain condominium board meetings and committees from notice requirements governing meetings of the association. Specifically, it clarifies that board meetings for informational sessions to obtain and compare vendor proposals are not considered meetings that require notice to unit owners. It also exempts self-managed community associations from the open meeting requirements when the meetings are for the purpose of implementing decisions made in open meetings. Additionally, the bill provides that the notice requirements do not apply to committees that cannot expend association funds or sign contracts on behalf of the association.
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Bill Summary: This bill exempts certain condominium board meetings and committees from notice requirements governing meetings of the association.
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• Introduced: 12/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Allison Knab (D)*, Zoe Manos (D), Debra Altschiller (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/09/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor Sununu 07/03/2024; Chapter 118; eff. 01/01/2025
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NH bill #HB1190 • Last Action 07/22/2024
Relative to adopting the interstate social work licensure compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Social Work Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers and improve public access to competent social work services. The compact establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency representing all member states, which has various powers and responsibilities, including rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill outlines requirements for states to participate in the compact, as well as eligibility and application processes for social workers to obtain a multistate license. The effective date of the bill is July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill adopts the social work licensure compact.
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• Introduced: 12/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Joe Schapiro (D)*, Mark McLean (R), Jaci Grote (D), Mark Pearson (R), Damond Ford (D), Bill King (R), Bill Boyd (R), Rebecca Perkins Kwoka (D), Cindy Rosenwald (D), Howard Pearl (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/26/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor Sununu 07/03/2024; Chapter 121; eff. 07/01/2024
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DC bill #B25-0875 • Last Action 07/19/2024
Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Support Emergency Act of 2024
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Provides a range of emergency amendments to various District laws, including: - Expanding the law enforcement authority of the Office of the Inspector General - Clarifying the pay increase standard for public sector workers' compensation - Establishing a Medical Captive Insurance Claims Reserve Fund - Increasing the penalty for violations of the Open Meetings Act - Increasing fees and penalties for lobbying violations - Establishing a process for the termination of grant agreements - Expanding the mandate of the Office for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing - Requiring the Department of General Services to improve facility maintenance processes and transparency - Establishing a Litigation Support Fund for the Office of the Attorney General - Providing budget flexibility and transparency for the LGBTQ Affairs Office - Enabling flexible funding and remote participation for Advisory Neighborhood Commissions - Clarifying the District's False Claims Act - Authorizing the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development to provide grants for direct cash assistance programs, the Vitality Fund, and the Retail Recovery Grant Program - Enabling the extension of certain housing subsidy contracts - Establishing a Creative and Open Space Modernization Tax Rebate Program - Authorizing grants related to WorldPride 2025 - Providing for the redevelopment of the Walter Reed site - Authorizing various grants and funding initiatives for Events DC - Expanding the Housing Preservation Fund - Providing relief for the River East at Grandview condominium owners - Requiring planning for the transition of the School Connect pilot program - Providing a matching grant program to support the University of the District of Columbia - Authorizing additional funding for St. Coletta Special Education Public Charter School - Requiring enhanced reporting on career and technical education and dual enrollment programs - Implementing recommendations of the Early Literacy Education Task Force - Establishing a permanent position for student and teacher wellness in certain schools - Authorizing the State Education Office to issue grants to reduce truancy - Increasing payment rates for direct care professionals - Establishing new Medicaid hospital directed payment programs and adjusting supplemental payments - Expanding eligibility for the Grandparent and Close Relative Caregiver programs - Clarifying the Rapid Re-Housing program requirements - Establishing a Problem Gambling Program - Adjusting Animal Control Act timelines - Providing childcare grants for pregnant and birthing parents - Authorizing a grant to Vida Senior Centers - Establishing a Grocery Access Pilot Program - Creating a mental health urgent care clinic in the Superior Court - Directing funding for opioid abatement initiatives - Reforming the Prior Authorization process - Continuing the School-Based Behavioral Health Student Peer Educator Pilot - Providing targeted substance abuse outreach grants - Establishing a Sexual Health Peer Educators Grant program - Creating the Tobacco Use Cessation Fund - Modifying the Home Visiting Medicaid reimbursement eligibility - Providing grants to certain human services organizations - Amending various tax and revenue provisions, including combined reporting, excess Central Collection Unit revenue, deed and transfer taxes, the Earned Income Tax Credit, Baby Bonds, sales and use taxes, debt service appropriations, the Howard University Hospital tax abatement, small retailer property tax relief, and sports wagering. Applicability and effective date provisions are also included.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To enact and amend, on an emergency basis, provisions of law necessary to support the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE I. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION AND SUPPORT SUBTITLE A. OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY SUBTITLE B. PUBLIC SECTOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION ACROSS-THE- BOARD INCREASE STANDARD SUBTITLE C. MEDICAL CAPTIVE CLAIMS RESERVE SUBTITLE D. OPEN MEETINGS ACT ENFORCEMENT SUBTITLE E. LOBBYING FEES AND PENALTIES SUBTITLE F. TERMINATION OF GRANT AGREEMENTS SUBTITLE G. OFFICE FOR THE DEAF, DEAFBLIND, AND HARD OF HEARING MANDATE EXPANSION SUBTITLE H. DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS SUBTITLE I. OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL LITIGATION SUPPORT FUND SUBTITLE J. LGBTQ AFFAIRS OFFICE SUBTITLE K. ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONS FUNDING FLEXIBILITY SUBTITLE L. FALSE CLAIMS ACT CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE M. VPART GRANT SUBTITLE N. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AUTHORITY SUBTITLE O. RECEPTION AND REPRESENTATION AUTHORIZATION SUBTITLE P. RESIDENCY WAIVERS FOR DISTRIC IT WORKERS TITLE II. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATION SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CASH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SUBTITLE B. VITALITY FUND AMENDMENT SUBTITLE C. LOCAL RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM ACCOUNTS SUBTITLE D. EVENTS DC EXPENDITURES SUBTITLE E. EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM REPORTS SUBTITLE F. CENTRAL WASHINGTON ACTIVATION PROGRAM SUBTITLE G. RETAIL RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAM SUBTITLE H. HOUSING SUBSIDY CONTRACT EXTENSIONS SUBTITLE I. CREATIVE AND OPEN SPACE MODERNIZATION TAX REBATE PROGRAM SUBTITLE J. WORLDPRIDE GRANTS SUBTITLE K. WALTER REED DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE SUBTITLE L. EVENTS DC GRANTS SUBTITLE M. HOUSING PRESERVATION FUND SUBTITLE N. RELIEF FOR RIVER EAST AT GRANDVIEW CONDOMINIUM OWNERS SUBTITLE O. FEDERAL CITY SHELTER AND CCNV REDEVELOPMENT PLANNING SUBTITLE P. HOME PURCHASE ASSISTANCE ACCESS SUBTITLE Q. DC LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT SUBTITLE R. LRSP VOUCHER PRIORITIZATION SUBTITLE S. CHINATOWN LONG-TERM LEASE INCENTIVES SUBTITLE T. NATIONAL THEATRE ACQUISITION SUBTITLE U. DMPED GRANTS TITLE III. PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE SUBTITLE A. HOUSING FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FUND CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE B. CRIMINAL CODE REFORM COMMISSION SUBTITLE C. DEPUTY MAYOR FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE GRANT- MAKING AUTHORITY SUBTITLE D. FLEXIBLE WORKPLACE TRAINING SUBTITLE E. COORDINATED INTAKE AND REFERRALS TITLE IV. PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM SUBTITLE A. UNIFORM PER STUDENT FUNDING FORMULA SUBTITLE B. HEALTHY SCHOOLS FUND SUBTITLE C. DCPS SCHOOL REPROGRAMMING SUBTITLE D. DC PUBLIC LIBRARY LEASING AUTHORITY SUBTITLE E. LIBRARY LOCATION AUTHORITY SUBTITLE F. GROW YOUR OWN PROGRAM SUBTITLE G. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING PILOT SUBTITLE H. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE ADMINISTRATION SUBTITLE I. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR PAY EQUITY SUBTITLE J. POVERTY COMMISSION ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SUBTITLE K. ROSEMOUNT CENTER SUBTITLE L. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE PROGRAM SUBTITLE M. CAREER READY EARLY SCHOLARS PROGRAM SUBTITLE N. SCHOOL CONNECT PILOT PROGRAM ANALYSIS AND TRANSITION PLAN SUBTITLE O. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MATCHING GRANT SUBTITLE P. SPECIAL NEEDS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FUNDING SUBTITLE Q. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND DUAL ENROLLMENT SUBTITLE R. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE EARLY LITERACY EDUCATION TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS SUBTITLE S. PR HARRIS BUILDING AND SITE SUBTITLE T. PUBLIC SCHOOL EXPERIENTIAL GRANT SUBTITLE U. SENIOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT GRANT SUBTITLE V. PERMANENT POSITION FOR STUDENT AND TEACHER WELLNESS SUBTITLE W. TRUANCY GRANTS TITLE V. HUMAN SUPPORT SERVICES SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CARE PROFESSIONAL PAYMENT RATES SUBTITLE B. JUVENILE JUSTICE FACILITIES OVERSIGHT SUBTITLE C. MEDICAID INPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS SUBTITLE D. MEDICAID OUTPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS... 84 SUBTITLE E. MEDICAID HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT SUPPLEMENTAL PAYMENT AND HOSPITAL INPATIENT RATE SUPPLEMENT ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................................................. 88 SUBTITLE F. GRANDPARENT AND CLOSE RELATIVE CAREGIVER PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION SUBTITLE G. RAPID RE-HOUSING SUBTITLE H. HEALTHY DC FUND SUBTITLE I. NOT-FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL CORPORATION SUBSIDY SUBTITLE J. CAREER MOBILITY ACTION PLAN PROGRAM SUBTITLE K. PROBLEM GAMBLING PROGRAM ESTABLISHMENT ACT SUBTITLE L. ANIMAL CONTROL SUBTITLE M. CHILDCARE FOR PREGNANT AND BIRTHING PARENTS GRANTS SUBTITLE N. DEPARTMENT OF AGING AND COMMUNITY LIVING GRANT. 96 SUBTITLE O. GROCERY ACCESS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE P. MENTAL HEALTH COURT URGENT CARE CLINIC SUBTITLE Q. OPIOID ABATEMENT DIRECTED FUNDING SUBTITLE R. PRIOR AUTHORIZATION REFORM AMENDMENT SUBTITLE S. SCHOOL-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH STUDENT PEER EDUCATOR PILOT SUBTITLE T. SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES TARGETED OUTREACH GRANTS SUBTITLE U. SEXUAL HEALTH PEER EDUCATORS GRANT SUBTITLE V. TOBACCO USE CESSATION INITIATIVES SUBTITLE W. HOME VISITING REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY SUBTITLE X. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES GRANT SUBTITLE Y. DC HEALTH GRANT TITLE VI. OPERATIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUBTITLE A. UNCLAIMED DEPOSITS FOR EXCAVATION WORK IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY SUBTITLE B. RENEWABLE ENERGY PORTFOLIO STANDARD SUBTITLE C. VISION ZERO PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY FUND SUBTITLE D. WATER POLLUTION CONTROL THIRD-PARTY REVIEW SUBTITLE E. GREENER GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS SUBTITLE F. DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS . 109 SUBTITLE G. CLEAN CURBS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE H. MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAX SUBTITLE I. STRENGTHENING TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT, EDUCATION, AND RESPONSIBILITY CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE J. VEHICLE BOOT COST PARITY SUBTITLE K. TAXICAB RATE STRUCTURE SUBTITLE L. SECURITIES AND BANKING REGULATORY FUND TRANSFER ADJUSTMENT SUBTITLE M. DOEE GRANTS SUBTITLE N. SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRUST FUND UTILIZATION SUBTITLE O. DISTILLERY FEES ADJUSTMENT TITLE VII. FINANCE AND REVENUE SUBTITLE A. COMBINED REPORTING SUBTITLE B. EXCESS CENTRAL COLLECTION UNIT REVENUE SUBTITLE C. DEPOSIT OF DEED RECORDATION AND TRANSFER TAXES .. 126 SUBTITLE D. EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT MATCH LEVEL SUBTITLE E. BABY BONDS SUBTITLE F. SALES AND USE TAX SUBTITLE G. EXCESS DEBT SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS SUBTITLE H. CAPITAL ARTS BUDGETING SUBTITLE I. HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAX ABATEMENT SUBTITLE J. OPERATING FUNDS IN THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN132 SUBTITLE K. EXCESS BALLPARK FEE REVENUE SUBTITLE L. RIGHT-OF-WAY FEE, GAS TAX, AND GAS DEPOSITS SUBTITLE M. NON-LAPSING ACCOUNT REPEALS SUBTITLE N. NON-LAPSING FUND CONVERSIONS SUBTITLE O. QHTC MODIFCATION SUBTITLE P. CORPORATE SHORT-TERM STAY HOUSING IN DOWNTOWN 137 SUBTITLE Q. RULE 736 REPEALS SUBTITLE R. SPORTS WAGERING SUBTITLE S. KAPPA ALPHA PSI INC. REAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION.. 145 SUBTITLE T. MYPHEDUH FILMS PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION EXTENSION ............................................................................................................................................... 146 SUBTITLE U. CLEAN HANDS SUBTITLE V. INCOME TAX SECURED AND MUNICIPAL BONDS SUBTITLE W. SMALL RETAILER PROPERTY TAX RELIEF SUBTITLE X. FISCAL STABILIZATION AND CASH FLOW RESERVES SUBTITLE Y. REAL PROPERTY TAX SUBTITLE Z. GALA HISPANIC THEATRE TAX REBATE SUBTITLE AA. CHILD TAX CREDIT SUBTITLE BB. STUDIO THEATRE TAX EXEMPTION AMENDMENT SUBTITLE CC. SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION PROVISIONS TITLE VIII. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TITLE IX. APPLICABILITY; FISCAL IMPACT; EFFECTIVE DATE
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• Introduced: 06/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 06/25/2024
• Last Action: Act A25-0506 Published in DC Register Vol 71 and Page 008406, Expires on Oct 13, 2024
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CA bill #AB2841 • Last Action 07/18/2024
Controlled substances: Research Advisory Panel: meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would allow the Research Advisory Panel to hold closed sessions to discuss, review, and approve research projects that contain sensitive and confidential information, such as trade secrets or intellectual property. It would also deem the Research Advisory Panel a multimember advisory body solely for the purposes of allowing it to hold open meetings by teleconference, subject to certain requirements. The bill would require the panel to provide a report to the Legislature on the backlog of applications, and the bill's provisions would be repealed or become inoperative on January 1, 2027.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 11126 of the Government Code, and to add and repeal Section 11480.5 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to open meetings, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Marie Waldron (R)*, Ben Allen (D), Scott Wiener (D)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 07/18/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 156, Statutes of 2024.
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MA bill #H1211 • Last Action 07/15/2024
Relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to have Massachusetts join the Nurse Licensure Compact, which is a multi-state agreement that allows nurses to practice in multiple states under a single multistate license. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the qualifications for nurses to obtain a multistate license, such as passing the NCLEX exam, having an active and unencumbered license, and submitting to a criminal background check. - Allowing the Massachusetts nursing board to take adverse action against a nurse's multistate licensure privilege, such as suspension or revocation, and requiring the board to report this to a coordinated licensure information system. - Creating an Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to oversee the compact, with each state having one voting representative on the commission. - Requiring the Massachusetts nursing board to participate in the coordinated licensure information system to share disciplinary and investigative information on nurses. - Providing the nursing board with additional investigative and enforcement powers, such as issuing subpoenas and recovering investigation costs. - Authorizing the state to increase licensing fees as necessary to implement the compact. The overall intent of the bill is to facilitate the mobility of nurses across state lines and improve coordination of nursing regulation and enforcement among the member states of the compact.
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Bill Summary: Relative to participation in the national nurse licensure compact agreement. Health Care Financing.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Kay Khan (D)*, Margaret Scarsdale (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H1251 • Last Action 07/15/2024
Relative to Massachusetts joining the nursing licensure compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would have Massachusetts join the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows nurses to practice in any other state that is part of the compact. Key provisions include: - Establishing requirements for nurses to obtain a multistate license that is valid in all compact states, such as meeting home state licensing requirements, passing the NCLEX exam, and submitting to a background check. - Allowing party states to take disciplinary action against a nurse's multistate license privilege, with the home state having the power to take final action. - Creating an interstate commission to oversee implementation of the compact, with representatives from each party state. - Requiring the state's nursing board to adopt regulations to implement the compact and allowing the board to recover investigation costs from disciplined nurses. - Authorizing the state to conduct fingerprint-based criminal background checks on nurse license applicants. The bill aims to make it easier for nurses to practice across state lines by establishing a reciprocal licensing agreement between Massachusetts and other states that have joined the Nurse Licensure Compact.
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Bill Summary: Relative to participation in the national nurse licensure compact agreement. Health Care Financing.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Bud Williams (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #S2827 • Last Action 07/15/2024
Empowering municipalities and local governments
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to empower municipalities and local governments in several ways: It increases the thresholds for certain procurement requirements, raising the limits for when municipalities must seek written quotations or use formal bidding processes. It also expands the use of cooperative purchasing agreements and allows for the procurement of electric school buses and charging stations. The bill makes various changes to municipal governance, such as allowing towns to combine the positions of appointed treasurer and tax collector, adjusting the terms of appointed town officials, and permitting the use of associate members on planning boards. It also provides more flexibility for municipal finances, including allowing cities and towns to amortize major disaster-related deficits over multiple years and retain premium funds from debt exclusions without adjusting the debt exclusion. The bill also establishes special commissions to study issues like double utility poles and retiree healthcare benefits. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline municipal operations, increase local control, and provide more financial tools for cities and towns.
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Bill Summary: Empowering municipalities and local governments
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• Introduced: 06/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 06/21/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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MA bill #S2866 • Last Action 07/11/2024
Site Information & Links
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to update the existing law regarding the provision of site information and links on government websites. It would require the inclusion of specific details about the website, such as the name of the agency or department responsible, contact information, and any relevant legal or privacy policies. The bill also mandates the inclusion of links to other government websites and resources that may be of interest to users. These changes are intended to improve transparency and accessibility of government information online.
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Bill Summary: Site Information & Links
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• Introduced: 08/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Cindy Friedman (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 07/11/2024
• Last Action: See S2856
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MA bill #S2869 • Last Action 07/11/2024
Site Information & Links
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key provisions: 1. It provides funding for a variety of economic development initiatives, including the Massachusetts Life Sciences Breakthrough Fund, an employment social enterprise capital grant program, a coastal community grant program, a program to support the commercialization of technologies developed with federal Small Business Innovation Research grants, and grants to support the development of alternative proteins, among other programs. 2. It establishes new tax incentives, including a refundable tax credit for owners and tenants of climatetech facilities and a refundable jobs credit for certified climatetech companies. 3. It makes changes to the Economic Development Incentive Program (EDIP), including modifying definitions, streamlining the application process, and allowing for refundable credits. 4. It establishes a rural development program to promote economic opportunity and prosperity in rural communities. 5. It expands the powers and responsibilities of the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, including allowing it to make grants to a broader range of entities. 6. It creates new positions of Choreographer Laureate and Musician Laureate for the Commonwealth. 7. It establishes the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows nurses to practice in multiple states under a multistate license. 8. It regulates the use of robotic devices equipped with weapons. 9. It makes changes to laws related to the age of criminal majority, aligning various statutes. 10. It establishes new requirements for transparency in ticket sales and prohibits the use of ticket purchasing software. Overall, the bill aims to support economic development, innovation, and job growth across a variety of sectors in the Commonwealth.
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Bill Summary: Site Information & Links
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• Introduced: 07/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 07/11/2024
• Last Action: See H4804
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IL bill #SB3200 • Last Action 07/11/2024
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. It amends various other Acts to make conforming changes. Key provisions of the bill include: - Repealing the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and removing references to it throughout the law. This eliminates the FOID card requirement to possess or transfer firearms in Illinois. - Allowing persons prohibited from possessing firearms to petition the Illinois State Police or a court to restore their firearm rights in certain circumstances. - Transferring duties related to firearm background checks and record-keeping to the Illinois State Police under the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. - Establishing a dial-up system for firearm dealers to request background checks on potential buyers. - Repealing the provision requiring revocation of a Concealed Carry License based on loss of a FOID card. - Making other conforming changes throughout the law to remove references to the FOID card and align with the repeal of that Act. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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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: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Neil Anderson (R)*, Andrew Chesney (R), Terri Bryant (R), Sue Rezin (R), Jason Plummer (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Jason Plummer
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US bill #S4665 • Last Action 07/10/2024
Fiscal State of the Nation Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Fiscal State of the Nation Act, amends Title 31 of the United States Code to require Congress to hold an annual joint meeting to receive a presentation from the Comptroller General of the United States. The presentation would review the findings of the audit of the federal government's financial statements and provide an analysis of the government's financial position and condition, including key financial and sustainability measures. The bill also requires that the concurrent resolution on the federal budget include a statement informed by the Comptroller General's presentation on the fiscal condition of the United States.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to provide for a joint meeting of Congress to receive a presentation from the Comptroller General of the United States regarding the audited financial statement of the executive branch, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 07/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 8 : Mike Braun (R)*, Joe Manchin (I), Jacky Rosen (D), Marsha Blackburn (R), Roger Marshall (R), Pete Ricketts (R), Rick Scott (R), Gary Peters (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 08/16/2024
• Last Action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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VA bill #SB377 • Last Action 07/09/2024
Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds, complaints, hearings, civil penalty.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or their campaign committee to personal use. The bill defines what constitutes a personal use and allows the use of campaign funds for certain ordinary and accepted campaign-related expenses, including child care expenses incurred due to campaign activity. The bill establishes a process for individuals to file complaints with the State Board of Elections regarding alleged violations of the personal use ban, and it authorizes the State Board to investigate, hold hearings, and impose civil penalties if violations are found. The bill also directs the State Board to adopt regulations similar to federal rules on advisory opinions and the prohibition on personal use of campaign funds.
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Bill Summary: Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations similar to those promulgated by the Federal Election Commission to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections. Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations similar to those promulgated by the Federal Election Commission to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections.
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• Introduced: 08/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jennifer Boysko (D)*, Jennifer Carroll Foy (D)*, Saddam Salim (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Senate amendments not adopted - Senate amendments not adopted
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VA bill #HB328 • Last Action 07/08/2024
Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; enters the Commonwealth into Compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enters the Commonwealth of Virginia into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, the purpose of which is to facilitate the mobility of teachers across the member states and support teachers through a new pathway to licensure. The Compact establishes a process for teachers to obtain an equivalent license in a receiving state, as well as creates an interstate commission to oversee and administer the Compact. The bill outlines the membership, powers, and responsibilities of the commission, including rulemaking authority, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms. The Compact aims to enhance the ability of states and school districts to hire qualified teachers by reducing barriers to cross-state employment, while maintaining state sovereignty in regulating the teaching profession.
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Bill Summary: Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact. Enters the Commonwealth into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, the purpose of which is to facilitate the mobility of teachers across the member states, with the goal of supporting teachers through a new pathway to licensure. The Compact is presently in effect, as it has reached the enactment threshold of 10 state members.
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• Introduced: 08/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jackie Glass (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/05/2024
• Last Action: House committee amendments reported - House committee amendments reported
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MA bill #S118 • Last Action 07/08/2024
Resolve establishing the Harmony commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Harmony Commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases. The commission will consist of various stakeholders, including members of the legislature, government officials, legal professionals, and representatives from advocacy groups. The commission will review the laws, policies, and practices around these cases, with a focus on how they impact children of color, immigrant children, children with disabilities, LGBTQ children, and children living in poverty. The commission will hold public hearings, solicit feedback, and submit a report with its findings and recommendations to the government by January 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: By Mr. Moore, a petition of Michael O. Moore, Mark C. Montigny, Susannah M. Whipps, Ryan C. Fattman and others that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish the Harmony commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 11 : Mike Moore (D)*, Mark Montigny (D), Susannah Whipps (I), Ryan Fattman (R), Hannah Kane (R), Jamie Eldridge (D), Bruce Tarr (R), Carol Doherty (D), Colleen Garry (D), Liz Miranda (D), Margaret Scarsdale (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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DC bill #PR25-0873 • Last Action 07/05/2024
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Congressional Review Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2024
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: To declare the existence of an emergency, due to congressional review, with respect to the need to amend the Open Meetings Act of 2010 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: 06/21/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 06/21/2024
• Last Action: Resolution R25-0533, Effective from Jun 25, 2024 Published in DC Register Page 007619
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CA bill #AB2254 • Last Action 07/03/2024
Charter schools: renewal criteria.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would extend the operation indefinitely of the performance standards and procedures for the renewal of charter schools that would otherwise be inoperative on January 1, 2026. The bill would revise those standards and procedures to change the circumstances that require the submission and consideration of data for charter renewal, shifting from "verified data" to the data the State Department of Education uses to produce the California School Dashboard. The bill would also require charter authorities to consider performance on the state board's adopted pupil-level academic growth measure for English language arts and mathematics, in addition to the Dashboard data, when deciding whether to renew a charter school after the adoption of those growth standards. The bill would impose new duties on local educational agencies acting as charter authorities, and require the Department of Education to publish certain resources and data related to charter renewals.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 47607 of, and to amend and repeal Section 47607.2 of, the Education Code, relating to charter schools.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Rubio (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/01/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
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HI bill #HB1597 • Last Action 07/03/2024
Relating To Open Meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to align the enforcement mechanisms for Hawaii's open meetings law with the state's Uniform Information Practices Act. Key provisions include: (1) clarifying that members of the public may sue a board or alleged board after receiving an adverse decision from the Office of Information Practices (OIP), with the court reviewing the decision de novo; (2) establishing a two-year statute of limitations and reaffirming a complainant's right to seek review by the OIP first; (3) recognizing that only a member of the public may recover attorney's fees and costs if they prevail in an open meetings lawsuit; (4) requiring persons suing for open meetings law violations to notify the OIP so it can decide whether to intervene; and (5) requiring open meetings lawsuits seeking to void a board's final action to be prioritized by the courts.
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Bill Summary: Clarifies that members of the public may sue a board or alleged board after receiving an adverse Office of Information Practices decision, and that the decision will be reviewed de novo. Establishes a two-year statute of limitations to bring the lawsuit and reaffirms a complainant's right to seek review by the Office of Information Practices first. Recognizes that only a member of the public may recover attorney's fees and costs if that person prevails in an open meetings lawsuit. Requires that persons suing for open meetings law violations notify the Office of Information Practices about the lawsuit so that it may decide whether to intervene. Requires open meetings lawsuits that seek to void a board's final action to be prioritized by the courts. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : David Tarnas (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Elle Cochran (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Mark Nakashima (D)*, Scott Nishimoto (D)*, Gregg Takayama (D)*, Bert Kobayashi (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 03/21/2024
• Last Action: Act 160, 07/02/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1261).
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CA bill #SB107 • Last Action 07/03/2024
Budget Act of 2024.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: Here is a single paragraph summary of the key provisions of the Budget Act of 2024: This bill would make appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of the state constitution, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately. Key provisions include establishing the budget structure and accounting processes, allowing for the transfer of funds between accounts and schedules, providing funding and expenditure authority for full-time equivalent staff and external consultant services related to project delivery, and appropriating funds for a variety of state departments, programs, and initiatives, including the judicial branch, transportation, housing, energy, and natural resources. The bill would also allow for the issuance of notes and loans to support certain activities.
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Bill Summary: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Budget and Fiscal Review, Scott Wiener (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 06/10/2024
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on BUDGET pursuant to Assembly Rule 97.
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CA bill #SB1525 • Last Action 07/02/2024
Maintenance of the codes.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a number of changes to various laws, including: - Amending the Business and Professions Code to prohibit the denial of a license or the suspension, revocation, or discipline of a licensee based on a civil judgment, criminal conviction, or disciplinary action in another state if it is based solely on the application of another state's law that interferes with a person's right to receive sensitive services that would be lawful in California. - Establishing the Licensed Physicians and Dentists from Mexico Pilot Program to allow up to 30 licensed Mexican physicians and 30 licensed Mexican dentists to practice in California for up to three years. - Making changes to the regulation of accessory dwelling units, including prohibiting local agencies from imposing certain requirements on accessory dwelling units. - Amending the Civil Code to require businesses that provide an online service, product, or feature likely to be accessed by children to take certain actions to protect children's privacy and safety. - Amending the Code of Civil Procedure to adjust the dollar amount exemptions for bankruptcy and wage garnishment. - Making various other changes to laws related to commercial code, corporations, education, elections, family, financial, fish and game, food and agriculture, government, health and safety, insurance, labor, military and veterans, and penal codes. The bill is intended to make non-substantive changes to maintain and update the codes.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 850.1, 853, 2530.2, 4113.6, 4853, 4927, 5070.2, 6530, 6532, 7125.6, 19094, 19531, 21707, 26050, 26051.5, and 26067 of, and to amend the heading of Chapter 40 (commencing with Section 22949.85) of Division 8 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 56.05, 1103.2, 1785.26, 1798.99.31, and 1798.99.86 of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 703.150 and 704.730 of the Code of Civil Procedure, to amend Sections 2106, 2201, 12105, and 17301 of the Commercial Code, to amend Sections 5008, 5510, 7510, 12214, and 12460 of the Corporations Code, to amend Sections 8820, 48901.1, 60150, 66026.5, and 66749.9 of the Education Code, to amend Sections 9050, 9051, 13502.5, and 21594 of the Elections Code, to amend Section 8616.5 of the Family Code, to amend Sections 2010 and 110002 of the Financial Code, to amend Sections 2080.3, 5981, 8033, 9027.5, and 10843 of the Fish and Game Code, to amend Sections 7401 and 12838 of the Food and Agricultural Code, to amend Sections 4469, 7922.525, 8214.1, 8231.8, 8231.18, 8253, 8594.11, 9105.5, 12599.9, 13987, 14533.4, 14670.35, 31000.6, 53087.9, 53123.4, 53165.1, 54221, 64511, 64710, 64830, 65852.2, 65852.24, 65913.4, 65915, 71624, and 91011 of, and to amend and renumber Section 20871.10 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 8028.7, 8028.71, 11356.6, 17036, 25191.7, 25205.2, 25250.1, 25299.57, 25299.58, 25507, 32499.6, 34182.1, 38533, 50233, 50235, 50426, and 102792 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 10139.5 of the Insurance Code, to amend Sections 92, 226.8, 1197.5, and 6401.7 of the Labor Code, to amend Section 1300 of the Military and Veterans Code, to amend Sections 320.6, 1000.7, 11105, 13510.7, 26175, 26235, and 28220 of the Penal Code, to amend Section 21621 of the Probate Code, to amend Sections 22180.5 and 22185.5 of the Public Contract Code, to amend Sections 5080.42, 5097.94, 21168.6.9, 25231.5, and 75226 of the Public Resources Code, to amend Sections 454.53, 102332, and 102350 of the Public Utilities Code, to amend Sections 242, 17144.8, 23301, 23305a, and 23610.5 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, to amend Section 3302 of the Unemployment Insurance Code, to amend Sections 207.1, 294, 366.3, 366.26, 4418.7, 4418.8, 4685.10, 4686.2, 4783, 8257, 11461, 16002, and 19629.5 of, and to amend and renumber Section 9450 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, to amend Section 7 of Chapter 130 of the Statutes of 2023, to amend Section 2 of Chapter 221 of the Statutes of 2023, and to amend Section 5 of Chapter 783 of the Statutes of 2023, relating to maintenance of the codes.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Judiciary
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 07/02/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 80, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #AB161 • Last Action 07/02/2024
Human services.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various changes to California's human services laws. It repeals certain sections of the Family Code, amends sections of the Health and Safety Code, Penal Code, and Welfare and Institutions Code related to topics like child welfare, foster care, and social services programs. The bill also adds new sections and chapters to the Welfare and Institutions Code, and makes an appropriation. These changes aim to update and streamline California's human services policies and programs.
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Bill Summary: An act to repeal Sections 17561 and 17706 of the Family Code, to amend Section 1505 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 11166 of the Penal Code, to amend Sections 706.6, 727.32, 4094.2, 8257, 10072, 11322.64, 11364, 11375, 11387, 11390, 11402, 11405, 11450.025, 11450.027, 11460, 11461, 11461.3, 11461.36, 11461.4, 11462, 11462.01, 11463, 11464, 11466, 11466.01, 11466.1, 11466.36, 11467, 11469, 12201, 15204.35, 15771, 16121, 16501, 16501.1, 16519.5, 16523.1, 16546.5, 16588, 16589, 18254, 18900.8, 18901.25, 18936, 18997.4, 18999.4, and 18999.97 of, to amend and repeal Sections 11461.2, 11462.03, 11467.2, 11468.6, and 18930.5 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 18999.1 of, to add Sections 827.14, 10545, 10546, 12306.19, 18358.38, 18360.36, and 18932.1 to, to add Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 16560) to Part 4 of, and Chapter 14.6 (commencing with Section 18995.1) to Part 6 of, Division 9 of, to repeal Section 16567 of, and to repeal Chapters 6.2 and 6.3 of Part 6 of Division 9 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, and to amend Section 135 of Chapter 27 of the Statutes of 2019, relating to human services, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Budget, Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 07/02/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 46, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #SB161 • Last Action 07/01/2024
Human services.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a number of changes to human services programs in California, including the following key provisions: 1. Repeals the requirement for the Department of Child Support Services to submit an annual report on the implementation of the California Child Support Automation System. 2. Repeals the provision that provides additional funds to the 10 counties with the best child support performance standards. 3. Requires the state to retain a portion of any collected overissuance claims on California Food Assistance Program (CFAP) benefits, with the remaining portion distributed to the counties. 4. Repeals the work requirements for CFAP recipients. 5. Increases the maximum CalWORKs aid payments by 0.3% effective October 1, 2024. 6. Extends the deadline for completing resource family approval requirements from 90 to 120 days. 7. Establishes a new Tiered Rate Structure for foster care rates based on an Integrated Practice-Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (IP-CANS) assessment, including an Immediate Needs Program and a Strengths Building Child and Family Determination Program. 8. Extends the exemption for contracts related to the Continuum of Care Reform until July 1, 2028. 9. Requires the Department of Social Services to review the budgeting methodology for In-Home Supportive Services county administration costs every three fiscal years. 10. Prohibits a recipient from incurring any loss of nutrition benefits taken by unauthorized electronic access. 11. Requires the State Department of Social Services to apply to participate in the federal Pilot Projects for Promoting Accountability by Measuring Work Outcomes program. 12. Creates the State Emergency Food Bank Reserve Program to provide food and funding to food banks during disasters. The bill also makes other changes to various human services programs and provides continuous appropriations for some of the new programs and rate increases.
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Bill Summary: An act to repeal Sections 17561 and 17706 of the Family Code, to amend Section 1505 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 11166 of the Penal Code, to amend Sections 706.6, 727.32, 4094.2, 8257, 10072, 11322.64, 11364, 11375, 11387, 11390, 11402, 11405, 11450.025, 11450.027, 11460, 11461, 11461.3, 11461.36, 11461.4, 11462, 11462.01, 11463, 11464, 11466, 11466.01, 11466.1, 11466.36, 11467, 11469, 12201, 15204.35, 15771, 16121, 16501, 16501.1, 16519.5, 16523.1, 16546.5, 16588, 16589, 18254, 18900.8, 18901.25, 18936, 18997.4, 18999.4, and 18999.97 of, to amend and repeal Sections 11461.2, 11462.03, 11467.2, and 11468.6, and 18930.5 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 18999.1 of, to add Sections 827.14, 10545, 10546, 12306.19, 18358.38, 18360.36, and 18932.1 to, to add Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 16560) to Part 4 of, and Chapter 14.6 (commencing with Section 18995.1) to Part 6 of, Division 9 of, to repeal Section 16567 of, and to repeal Chapters 6.2 and 6.3 of Part 6 of Division 9 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, and to amend Section 135 of Chapter 27 of the Statutes of 2019, relating to human services, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Budget and Fiscal Review
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 06/22/2024
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on BUDGET pursuant to Assembly Rule 97.
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IL bill #HB4844 • Last Action 07/01/2024
FIRST 2024 GENERAL REVISORY
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the First 2024 General Revisory, 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, and makes stylistic changes. The bill does not make any substantive changes to the law. It is intended to reconcile conflicts that have arisen from multiple amendments and enactments and to make technical corrections and revisions in the law. The bill revises and, where appropriate, renumbers certain Sections that have been added or amended by more than one Public Act. In certain cases where a repealed Act or Section has been replaced with a successor law, the bill may incorporate amendments to the repealed Act or Section into the successor law. The bill also corrects errors, revises cross-references, and deletes obsolete text.
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Bill Summary: Creates the First 2024 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: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Robyn Gabel (D)*, Bill Cunningham (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 07/08/2024
• Last Action: Effective Date July 1, 2024
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CA bill #AB153 • Last Action 07/01/2024
Education finance: education omnibus budget trailer bill.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a number of key changes to education finance and policy in California: 1. It requires the State Department of Education to assess whether local educational agencies have provided information to certificated staff on resources for supporting students facing bias or bullying, and requires agencies to prominently display their anti-discrimination policies. 2. It prohibits local educational agencies from adopting textbooks, materials, or curriculum that would subject students to unlawful discrimination, and provides a complaint process for violations. 3. It revises the process for the Superintendent to review and approve/disapprove budgets for county offices of education, including allowing for conditional approvals. 4. It extends the availability of funding for the California Community Schools Partnership Program by one year, and modifies the allocation of those funds. 5. It requires warrants for certain apportionment payments to be shifted from June to July, and extends the deadline to encumber those funds. 6. It requires the Controller to consult with the County Office Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) on audit requirements, and requires FCMAT to provide recommendations on financing mechanisms for judgments/settlements related to childhood sexual abuse claims. 7. It requires comprehensive school safety plans to include an instructional continuity plan for addressing disruptions to in-person instruction. 8. It makes various other changes related to independent study, educator credentialing, school transportation funding, and more. The bill makes a number of appropriations from the General Fund and the Public School System Stabilization Account to support these changes. Overall, the bill aims to provide additional supports, funding, and policy changes to address a range of education issues in California.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 234.1, 1622, 8902, 14041.6, 14041.8, 14502.1, 17375, 32282, 32526, 41202, 41203.1, 41206.01, 41590, 41975, 42127.8, 42238.024, 42238.05, 42280, 43523, 43525, 44230, 44252, 44252.5, 44258.9, 44259, 44260.2, 44270.3, 44274.2, 44275.4, 44300, 44310, 44468, 44830, 44955.5, 45125.1, 46010, 46111, 46120, 46300, 46393, 47606.5, 47607.3, 48000, 48412, 48800, 48857, 49056, 49428.1, 49501.5, 49564.3, 51225.31, 51225.7, 51225.8, 51229, 51747, 51747.5, 51749, 51749.5, 51749.6, 52062, 52064.3, 52064.5, 52066, 52068, 52073, 52073.3, 52075, 53008, 56471, 56836.21, 60040.5, 60150, 60200, 60900, 60900.5, 60901, 69432.9, 69617, and 76225 of, to add Sections 244, 33043, 33128.2, 41206.04, 42252, 44235.25, 49083.5, 60151, and 84323 to, to add Article 9 (commencing with Section 46210) to Chapter 2 of Part 26 of Division 4 of Title 2 of, to add Article 4.1 (commencing with Section 66032) to Chapter 2 of Part 40 of Division 5 of Title 3 of, and to add and repeal Sections 49428.2, 51225.32, 52064.4, and 60227 of, the Education Code, to amend Section 83 of Chapter 51 of the Statutes of 2019, to amend Section 138 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021, and to amend Sections 121, 124, 129, and 134 of Chapter 52 of the Statutes of 2022, relating to education finance, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Budget, Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 06/22/2024
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on B. & F.R.
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CA bill #AB164 • Last Action 07/01/2024
State government.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a variety of changes related to state government, including: (1) Requiring the minimum number of hours or equivalent for education programs that qualify for certain licenses issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs to be equal to the number of hours approved by the department, and allowing programs to request to reduce hours. (2) Increasing the annual Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System (CURES) fee from $9 to $15 for certain licensees. (3) Increasing various fees related to real estate licenses, subdivisions, and time-shares, and requiring the Department of Real Estate to provide notice and information on the department's financial status prior to increasing fees. (4) Repealing provisions related to the reporting requirements for venture capital companies and instead establishing new requirements, including requiring covered venture capital companies to submit annual reports on their funding determinations, authorizing the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation to charge and collect fees, and establishing enforcement and penalty provisions. (5) Modifying the fee that may be charged by the Attorney General for evaluating certain retail grocery and retail drug firm acquisitions. (6) Authorizing funds in the Disability Access Account to fund the activities of the California Commission on Disability Access. (7) Establishing the Governor's Office of Service and Community Engagement to engage Californians in service, volunteering, and civic action. (8) Modifying the timing and submission requirements for the Racial Equity Commission to develop and submit a Racial Equity Framework and annual reports. (9) Requiring the California State Auditor to conduct an audit of the County of Mendocino. (10) Renaming the position of California Youth Poet Laureate to the California Teen Poet Laureate and making related changes. The bill would also make various other changes related to state government and appropriate funds.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 10167.3, 10208.5, 10209, 10210, 10213.5, 10213.6, 10215, 10226, 10232.1, 10249.3, 11011, 11018.7, 11022, and 11232 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 208 of, to add Section 10227 to, to add and repeal Section 144.6 of, and to repeal Chapter 40 (commencing with Section 22949.85) of Division 8 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 14701 of, and to add Division 2.5 (commencing with Section 27500) to Title 4 of, the Corporations Code, to amend Sections 4454, 8263, 8265, 8270, 8272, 8303.3, 8770, 8880.5, 11549.52, 11549.54, 12100.151, 12907, 14844, 65025, 65028.2, 65035, 65037, 65038, and 65039 of, to amend the heading of Chapter 9.7 (commencing with Section 8770) of Division 1 of Title 2 of, to amend the heading of Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 65025) of Division 1 of Title 7 of, to amend the heading of Article 3 (commencing with Section 65037) of Chapter 1.5 of Division 1 of Title 7 of, to add Sections 8275.5, 8546.11, 65029, and 65039.5 to, to repeal Article 5.5 (commencing with Section 65052) of Chapter 1.5 of Division 1 of Title 7 of, to repeal Article 6 (commencing with Section 65055) of Chapter 1.5 of Division 1 of Title 7 of, and to repeal and add Chapter 5.6 (commencing with Section 8400) of Division 1 of Title 2 of, the Government Code, to add Section 131052.5 to, to add and repeal Sections 1338.6 and 114870.1 of, and to add and repeal Division 110 (commencing with Section 130300) of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 161 of the Military and Veterans Code, to amend Section 10340 of, and to repeal Section 10196 of, the Public Contract Code, and to amend Section 18894 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to state government, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Budget, Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 06/22/2024
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on B. & F.R.
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IL bill #SB2799 • Last Action 07/01/2024
AGING-SELF-NEGLECT REPORTS
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the definition of "abuse" under the Adult Protective Services Act to include subjecting an eligible adult to an environment that creates a likelihood of harm to their health, physical and emotional well-being, or welfare. It makes several changes to the procedures for investigating reports of self-neglect, including requiring provider agencies to conduct unannounced face-to-face visits and expedited assessments, rather than full investigations, for self-neglect cases. The bill also modifies requirements for multi-disciplinary teams, face-to-face assessments, final investigative reports, and other matters related to the Adult Protective Services Act.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes. Further amends the Open Meetings Act. In the definition of "public body", provides that "public body" does not include the regional interagency fatality review teams and the Illinois Fatality Review Team Advisory Council established under the Adult Protective Services Act. Removes a provision that exempts from the Act's open meetings requirement those meetings of the Illinois Fatality Review Team Advisory Council and regional interagency fatality review teams concerning a review of an elderly adult's death from suspected, alleged, or substantiated abuse or neglect. Further amends the Adult Protective Services Act. Expands the definition of "abuse" to mean subjecting an eligible adult to an environment which creates a likelihood of harm to the eligible adult's health, physical and emotional well-being, or welfare. Makes changes to provisions concerning multi-disciplinary teams; face-to-face assessments conducted by provider agencies regarding reports of alleged or suspected abuse, abandonment, neglect, or financial exploitation; procedures on how to evaluate reports of self-neglect; final investigative reports; eligibility screenings for self-neglect; and other matters.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Laura Fine (D)*, Michelle Mussman (D)*, Mary Edly-Allen (D), Camille Lilly (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 07/01/2024
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0626
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DE bill #SB325 • Last Action 06/30/2024
An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill is the Fiscal Year 2025 Appropriations Act. It makes appropriations for the expense of the state government for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 and specifies certain procedures, conditions and limitations for the expenditure of such funds. The key provisions of the bill include: - Appropriating funds for the various state departments, agencies, and programs, including education, health and social services, public safety, transportation, and others. This includes funding for employee salaries and benefits, operating expenses, and specific initiatives and programs. - Providing guidelines and requirements for how the appropriated funds can be used, such as restrictions on position reallocations, limitations on overtime and pay increases, and procedures for managing energy costs and procurement. - Authorizing certain agencies to retain revenue from fees and other sources to support their operations, such as the Department of Finance's delinquent tax collection activities and the State Lottery Office's video lottery and sports betting operations. - Making adjustments to education funding formulas and allocations, including provisions related to school transportation, needs-based funding for at-risk students, and support for early childhood education and mental health services. - Establishing new programs or initiatives, such as a Learning for Careers Program to expand work-based learning opportunities for youth, and providing funding for the Redding Consortium and Wilmington Learning Collaborative to address educational inequities. - Granting certain agencies, such as the Department of Technology and Information and the Department of Transportation, additional authority and flexibility in areas like procurement, personnel management, and energy management. The bill aims to provide the necessary resources and guidelines to enable the effective and efficient operation of state government over the 2025 fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2025 Appropriations Act.
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• Introduced: 06/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 152nd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Trey Paradee (D)*, Kim Williams (D), Darius Brown (D), Stephanie Hansen (D), Laura Sturgeon (D), Eric Buckson (R), Dave Lawson (R), Stephanie Bolden (D), Nnamdi Chukwuocha (D), Krista Griffith (D), Kevin Hensley (R), Charles Postles (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 06/18/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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CA bill #SB164 • Last Action 06/29/2024
State government.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous changes to state government, including: (1) Requiring minimum education hours for certain licensed professions to be equal to the number approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, and allowing education programs to request reductions in hours. (2) Increasing the annual fee for the Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System (CURES) from $9 to $15. (3) Increasing various fees related to real estate licensing, registration, and public reports, and requiring the Department of Real Estate to report on its financial status and provide notice of hearings on fee changes. (4) Repealing existing provisions and establishing new requirements for venture capital companies to report on the diversity of the founding teams of companies they invest in, with enforcement and penalty provisions. (5) Capping the fee that can be charged by the Attorney General for reviewing certain retail grocery and drug firm mergers and acquisitions. (6) Authorizing funds from the Disability Access Account to be used to fund the activities of the California Commission on Disability Access. (7) Establishing the Governor's Office of Service and Community Engagement to coordinate volunteering, service, and civic engagement programs. (8) Extending the deadline for the Racial Equity Commission to submit its Racial Equity Framework and annual reports. (9) Requiring the California State Auditor to conduct an audit of Mendocino County by January 1, 2026. (10) Making other changes related to arts, broadband, zero-emission vehicle programs, procurement, and the Office of Planning and Research.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 10167.3, 10208.5, 10209, 10210, 10213.5, 10213.6, 10215, 10226, 10232.1, 10249.3, 11011, 11018.7, 11022, and 11232 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 208 of, to add Section 10227 to, to add and repeal Section 144.6 of, and to repeal Chapter 40 (commencing with Section 22949.85) of Division 8 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 14701 of, and to add Division 2.5 (commencing with Section 27500) to Title 4 of, the Corporations Code, to amend Sections 4454, 8263, 8265, 8270, 8272, 8303.3, 8770, 8880.5, 11549.52, 11549.54, 12100.151, 12907, 14844, 65025, 65028.2, 65035, 65037, 65038, and 65039 of, to amend the heading of Chapter 9.7 (commencing with Section 8770) of Division 1 of Title 2 of, to amend the heading of Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 65025) of Division 1 of Title 7 of, to amend the heading of Article 3 (commencing with Section 65037) of Chapter 1.5 of Division 1 of Title 7 of, to add Sections 8275.5, 8546.11, 65029, and 65039.5 to, to repeal Article 5.5 (commencing with Section 65052) of Chapter 1.5 of Division 1 of Title 7 of, to repeal Article 6 (commencing with Section 65055) of Chapter 1.5 of Division 1 of Title 7 of, and to repeal and add Chapter 5.6 (commencing with Section 8400) of Division 1 of Title 2 of, the Government Code, to add Section 131052.5 to, to add and repeal Sections 1338.6 and 114870.1 of, and to add and repeal Division 110 (commencing with Section 130300) of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 161 of the Military and Veterans Code, to amend Section 10340 of, and to repeal Section 10196 of, the Public Contract Code, and to amend Section 18894 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to state government, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Budget and Fiscal Review
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 06/29/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 41, Statutes of 2024.
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CA bill #SB153 • Last Action 06/29/2024
Education finance: education omnibus budget trailer bill.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a number of key changes to education finance and policy in California, including: 1. Requiring the Department of Education to assess whether local educational agencies are providing information to certificated employees on resources related to supporting LGBTQ and other at-risk students. It also prohibits the adoption of textbooks, instructional materials, or curriculum that would subject students to unlawful discrimination. 2. Revising the process for the review and approval of county office of education budgets by the Superintendent of Public Instruction, including allowing for conditional budget approvals. 3. Extending and modifying funding and requirements for the California Community Schools Partnership Program, including adding technical assistance centers and county-level coordination. 4. Revising the processes and timelines for principal apportionment payments to school districts and charter schools. 5. Requiring comprehensive school safety plans to include an instructional continuity plan for when in-person instruction is disrupted due to an emergency. 6. Establishing an attendance recovery program that allows local educational agencies to offer additional instructional time to students to make up for absences. 7. Modifying requirements around the administration of the state basic skills proficiency test for teachers, including providing exemptions for those with a bachelor's degree. 8. Expanding the definition of "agency" for purposes of transmitting teacher credential application information to include charter schools and nonpublic schools/agencies. 9. Establishing the California Center for Inclusive College to support and expand inclusive postsecondary education programs for students with intellectual disabilities. 10. Making various other changes to education funding, programs, assessments, and reporting requirements. Overall, this bill represents a comprehensive update to education finance and policy in the state, touching on a wide range of areas in the K-12 and higher education systems.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 234.1, 1622, 8902, 14041.6, 14041.8, 14502.1, 17375, 32282, 32526, 41202, 41203.1, 41206.01, 41590, 41975, 42127.8, 42238.024, 42238.05, 42280, 43523, 43525, 44230, 44252, 44252.5, 44258.9, 44259, 44260.2, 44270.3, 44274.2, 44275.4, 44300, 44310, 44468, 44830, 44955.5, 45125.1, 46010, 46111, 46120, 46300, 46393, 47606.5, 47607.3, 48000, 48412, 48800, 48857, 49056, 49428.1, 49501.5, 49564.3, 51225.31, 51225.7, 51225.8, 51229, 51747, 51747.5, 51749, 51749.5, 51749.6, 52062, 52064.3, 52064.5, 52066, 52068, 52073, 52073.3, 52075, 53008, 56471, 56836.21, 60040.5, 60150, 60200, 60900, 60900.5, 60901, 69432.9, 69617, and 76225 of, to add Sections 244, 33043, 33128.2, 41206.04, 42252, 44235.25, 49083.5, 60151, and 84323 to, to add Article 9 (commencing with Section 46210) to Chapter 2 of Part 26 of Division 4 of Title 2 of, to add Article 4.1 (commencing with Section 66032) to Chapter 2 of Part 40 of Division 5 of Title 3 of, and to add and repeal Sections 49428.2, 51225.32, 52064.4, and 60227 of, the Education Code, to amend Section 83 of Chapter 51 of the Statutes of 2019, to amend Section 138 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021, and to amend Sections 121, 124, 129, and 134 of Chapter 52 of the Statutes of 2022, relating to education finance, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Budget and Fiscal Review
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 06/29/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 38, Statutes of 2024.
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IL bill #SB0596 • Last Action 06/26/2024
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical change to the Open Meetings Act, updating the language in Section 1.01 to state that the Act "shall be known and may be cited as the Open Meetings Act." The change removes the extra "and" in the original language, streamlining the section's wording.
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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: 02/02/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Don Harmon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/02/2023
• Last Action: Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments
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CA bill #AB252 • Last Action 06/26/2024
The College Athlete Protection Act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the College Athlete Protection (CAP) Act, establishes various rights, benefits, and protections for college athletes in California. The key provisions include: - Requiring certain institutions of higher education to establish a degree completion fund for college athletes and cover their out-of-pocket sports-related medical expenses. - Mandating that institutions distribute notices to college athletes outlining their rights and provide a way to file complaints. - Prohibiting retaliation against college athletes who file complaints or report violations. - Establishing a CAP Program and Panel to administer and enforce the Act, including investigating complaints, issuing subpoenas, and imposing penalties. - Requiring institutions to conduct Title IX evaluations and publish the results. - Mandating that institutions provide financial and life skills development workshops for college athletes. - Limiting the ability of institutions to reduce funding for college athlete academic, medical, and other support. - Potentially imposing state-mandated local program costs that would require reimbursement to local agencies and school districts.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 67451 of, to add Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 67460) to Part 40.3 of Division 5 of Title 3 of, and to repeal Sections 67454 and 67455 of, the Education Code, relating to collegiate athletes.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Holden (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 05/30/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Set, second hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
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CA bill #AB107 • Last Action 06/26/2024
Budget Act of 2024.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one-paragraph summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill would make appropriations for the support of state government for the 2024-25 fiscal year. It specifies that it is a budget bill and shall take effect immediately. The bill provides detailed appropriations and provisions for the operation of the Judicial Branch, including funding for the courts, legal services, and programs to support the fair administration of justice and access to the courts. It also includes appropriations and provisions for various other state departments and agencies, such as the Department of Justice, Department of the California Highway Patrol, Department of Motor Vehicles, natural resource agencies, and environmental protection agencies. The bill allows for various transfers, loans, and adjustments to the appropriations as needed to manage state resources and cash flow.
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Bill Summary: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jesse Gabriel (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 06/26/2024
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 22, Statutes of 2024.
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IL bill #SB3383 • Last Action 06/26/2024
ELEC CD-SCHOOL POLLING PLACE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Election Code and the School Code to require that public school buildings can only be used as polling places if approved by the school board or local school council. The bill also sets forth the process for a county board or board of election commissioners to request the use of a public school building as a polling place, including specifying the information that must be included in the request and the timeline for the school board or local school council to approve or deny the request. The bill takes effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Election Code. Provides that the county board or board of election commissioners may use public school buildings as polling places only if a school board or a local school council approves the use of that school. Provides that, if the county board or board of election commissioners uses all convenient and available public buildings and determines that a public school building is needed as a polling place, it shall send a written request to use the public school building to the school board or local school council. Sets forth provisions concerning the contents of the request and the response to the request. Amends the School Code. Provides that each school board or local school council shall have the power to approve or deny, in accordance with the school board or local school council's rules and policies, any request of a county board or board of election commissioners to use a school building as a polling place. Makes corresponding changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ram Villivalam (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB0238 • Last Action 06/26/2024
BUSINESS ENTERPRISE-VETERANS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act, including: - Expanding the Act to include veterans and veteran-owned businesses, changing the name of the Act to the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities Act. - Establishing goals for contracting with veteran-owned businesses, in addition to the existing goals for minority-owned, women-owned, and disability-owned businesses. - Requiring state agencies and public institutions of higher education to include veterans in their annual compliance plans and reporting on the utilization of veteran-owned businesses. - Allowing the Business Enterprise Council to establish sheltered markets or adjust existing sheltered markets to address discrimination against veteran-owned businesses, in addition to minority-owned, women-owned, and disability-owned businesses. - Imposing administrative penalties on businesses that falsely represent themselves as veteran-owned. The bill also makes various other changes related to the participation of minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and disability-owned businesses in state contracts and procurements across different state agencies, programs, and laws. The overall goal is to promote and encourage the participation of these businesses in state contracting opportunities.
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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: 01/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Craig Wilcox (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 01/31/2023
• Last Action: Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments
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MI bill #SB0945 • Last Action 06/26/2024
Education: public school academies; educational management organizations; subject to same bidding laws as public schools. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1267a.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Revised School Code to require educational management organizations (EMOs) that provide services to public school academies (PSAs) to obtain competitive bids for the provision of those services. The bill outlines the bidding process, including requirements for advertising, bid submission deadlines, public bid openings, and bid security. It also allows PSAs to adopt policies that give preference to Michigan-based businesses in awarding these contracts. The bill imposes penalties on PSAs that fail to follow the competitive bidding process and defines key terms like "EMO" and "Michigan-based business."
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"(MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1267a.
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• Introduced: 06/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 8 : Mary Cavanagh (D)*, Rosemary Bayer (D), Erika Geiss (D), Mallory McMorrow (D), Stephanie Chang (D), Jeff Irwin (D), Jeremy Moss (D), Sue Shink (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 06/26/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Education
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IL bill #SB3774 • Last Action 06/26/2024
OMA-MINUTES OF CLOSED MEETING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies to hold closed sessions to consider the minutes (instead of just discussing the minutes) of meetings that were previously closed under the Act. The bill also allows for the final approval of closed session minutes to be done in closed session, rather than requiring it to be done in an open meeting. Additionally, the bill permits public bodies to approve any closed session minutes taken since the last meeting during the semi-annual review of closed session minutes, in order to fully satisfy the requirement to approve closed session minutes at a public meeting.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that a public body may hold a closed session to consider the minutes (instead of discussion of minutes) of meetings lawfully closed under the Act, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes, and, notwithstanding the requirement of the Act that no final action may be taken at a closed meeting, the final approval of minutes in closed session. In provisions concerning the semi-annual review of minutes of a closed session, provides that the public body may approve any closed session minutes taken since the last meeting to fully satisfy the requirement to approve closed session minutes at a public meeting.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ram Villivalam (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB0280 • Last Action 06/26/2024
GAMING REORGANIZATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Department of Lottery and Gaming, which consolidates the functions of the Department of the Lottery, the Illinois Racing Board, and the Illinois Gaming Board. The Department will have five divisions: Division of Casino Gambling, Division of Video Gaming, Division of Horse Racing, Division of Sports Wagering, and Division of Lottery. The bill establishes the Lottery and Gaming Board, which will consist of the directors of these five divisions, appointed by the Governor. The bill transfers the powers, duties, assets, liabilities, employees, contracts, property, records, pending business, and unexpended appropriations of the former entities to the new Department. It also provides for the transition of rights and obligations, including any associated equipment or other assets used in the operation of the lottery, from the manager to any successor manager of the lottery, including the Department, following the termination of or foreclosure upon the management agreement. The bill makes conforming changes throughout various Acts.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Department of Lottery and Gaming Act. Creates the Department of Lottery and Gaming to consolidate the functions of the Department of the Lottery, the Illinois Racing Board, and the Illinois Gaming Board. Creates the Lottery and Gaming Board consisting of the directors of the divisions in the new Department of Lottery and Gaming. Provides that the divisions shall be: Division of Casino Gambling, Division of Video Gaming, Division of Horse Racing, Division of Sports Wagering, and Division of Lottery. Provides for the transfer of functions, abolition of consolidating agencies, and the effect of transfer. Makes conforming changes throughout various Acts.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dale Fowler (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 01/31/2023
• Last Action: Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments
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RI bill #H7141 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Adopts a counseling compact for the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors by providing for the mutual recognition of other member state licenses governed and administrated by commission.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts a counseling compact for the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors by providing for the mutual recognition of other member state licenses. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing a counseling compact commission with the power to promulgate rules, hire employees, and levy annual assessments on member states. The commission can also initiate legal action against a member state in default to enforce compliance with the compact. - Allowing licensed professional counselors to practice in remote member states through a "privilege to practice" if they meet certain requirements, such as holding a valid license in their home state. - Outlining procedures for licensed professional counselors to obtain a new home state license based on the privilege to practice in another member state. - Recognizing the right of active duty military personnel and their spouses to designate a home state where they have a current license. - Authorizing remote states to take adverse action against a licensed professional counselor's privilege to practice in that state, while the home state maintains the power to take adverse action against the counselor's license. - Requiring member states to participate in a coordinated data system containing licensure, adverse action, and investigative information on all licensed individuals. The bill will take effect upon passage by at least 10 states willing to join as members of the compact.
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Bill Summary: This act would adopt a counseling compact for the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services, by providing for the mutual recognition of other member state licenses. This act would further provide for the uniformity of professional counseling license requirements throughout the United States to promote public safety and public health benefits and eliminate the necessity to maintain licenses to practice in multiple states. The act would also provide for the establishment of a commission which could promulgate rules, hire employees, and fix their compensation and purchase real estate among other powers as well as levy on and collect an annual assessment from each member state. The aggregate annual assessment amount would be allocated based upon a formula to be determined by the commission, which would promulgate a rule binding upon all member states. By majority vote, the commission could initiate legal action in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia or the federal district court where the commission has its principal office against a member state in default to enforce compliance with the provisions of the compact and its promulgated rules and by laws. This act would take effect upon passage by at least ten (10) states willing to join as members of the compact.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Kathleen Fogarty (D)*, Tina Spears (D)*, Katie Kazarian (D)*, Justine Caldwell (D)*, David Morales (D)*, Jennifer Boylan (D)*, Mary Messier (D)*, Raymond Hull (D)*, Arthur Handy (D)*, Edith Ajello (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/11/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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RI bill #H8219 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Adopts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact and would establish a joint public agency known as the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact commission to administer the provisions of the compact between the states.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would adopt the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, which establishes a joint public agency known as the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission to administer provisions of the compact between the states. The compact would allow audiologists and speech-language pathologists to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege" if they meet certain eligibility requirements. The compact would also establish rules for adverse actions, investigations, and dispute resolution between member states. The bill would take effect once the compact is enacted into law in the tenth member state.
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Bill Summary: This act would adopt the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact. The act would establish a joint public agency known as the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact commission to administer the provisions of the compact between the states. This act would take effect on the date on which the compact statute is enacted into law in the tenth member state.
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• Introduced: 05/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Arthur Handy (D)*, Kathleen Fogarty (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/01/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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RI bill #S2184 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Adopts model legislation facilitating the interstate practice of regulated social workers.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts model legislation facilitating the interstate practice of regulated social workers. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact, which is a joint government agency of member states that allows for the mutual recognition of social work licenses across state lines. The compact aims to improve access to social work services, reduce burdensome licensing requirements, and enhance the ability of states to protect public health and safety. - Defining the requirements for a state to participate in the compact, such as regulating social work practice and having a mechanism for investigating and adjudicating complaints. Participating states must also comply with the compact's rules, including sharing disciplinary information and running background checks on applicants. - Establishing the criteria for social workers to obtain a multistate license, including passing a qualifying national exam, meeting educational and supervision requirements, and maintaining an active, unencumbered license in their home state. - Outlining the authority of the compact commission, which has the power to promulgate rules, collect fees, and oversee the operation of the data system that tracks licensee information across member states. - Providing for the enforcement of the compact, with the ability for the commission to take action against defaulting member states and for member states to pursue legal action against the commission. The bill is designed to facilitate the interstate practice of regulated social workers, reduce barriers to licensure, and enhance cooperation among member states in regulating the profession.
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Bill Summary: This act would adopt model legislation facilitating the interstate practice of regulated social workers. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Alana DiMario (D)*, Pam Lauria (D)*, Ryan Pearson (D)*, Bridget Valverde (D)*, Melissa Murray (D)*, Val Lawson (D)*, Linda Ujifusa (D)*, Dawn Euer (D)*, Jake Bissaillon (D)*, Sam Bell (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/16/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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RI bill #H7350 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Adopts model legislation facilitating the interstate practice of regulated social workers.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts model legislation facilitating the interstate practice of regulated social workers. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency consisting of member states that have enacted the compact. The Commission has various powers such as establishing rules, maintaining financial records, and taking disciplinary actions against licensees. - Allowing licensed social workers to obtain a "multistate license" that authorizes them to practice in all member states. To be eligible, applicants must meet certain educational, examination, and experience requirements. - Granting member states the authority to take adverse action against a licensee's multistate authorization to practice within their state, while the home state retains the power to take adverse action against the multistate license itself. - Requiring member states to participate in a data system to share information about licensees, including disciplinary actions and current investigative information. - Outlining the procedures for a licensee to change their home state and for military families to designate a home state. - Providing the Commission with rulemaking authority and dispute resolution processes, and specifying the conditions under which a member state can withdraw from the compact.
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Bill Summary: This act would adopt model legislation facilitating the interstate practice of regulated social workers. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Justine Caldwell (D)*, Kathleen Fogarty (D)*, Pat Serpa (D)*, Michelle McGaw (D)*, June Speakman (D)*, Rebecca Kislak (D)*, David Morales (D)*, Brandon Potter (D)*, Jay Edwards (D)*, Brandon Voas (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 06/10/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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IL bill #SB0001 • Last Action 06/25/2024
CHILDHOOD EDUCATION-TECH
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Department of Early Childhood to begin operation on July 1, 2024 and transfers to it certain rights, powers, duties, and functions currently exercised by the Department of Human Services, the Department of Children and Family Services, and the State Board of Education. The Department of Early Childhood will be the lead state agency for administering and providing early childhood education and care programs and services to children and families, including home-visiting services, early intervention services, preschool services, child care services, and licensing for day care centers, day care homes, and group day care homes. The bill also makes various other changes to related laws and programs.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Department of Early Childhood Act. Creates the Department of Early Childhood to begin operation on July 1, 2024 and transfers to it certain rights, powers, duties, and functions currently exercised by various agencies of State Government. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026 the Department of Early Childhood shall be the lead State agency for administering and providing early childhood education and care programs and services to children and families including: home-visiting services; early intervention services; preschool services; child care services; licensing for day care centers, day care homes, and group day care homes; and other early childhood education and care programs and administrative functions historically managed by the State Board of Education, the Department of Human Services, and the Department of Children and Family Services. Amends the Child Care Act of 1969. Provides that the Department of Early Childhood (rather than the Department of Children and Family Services) administers day care centers, day care homes, and group day care homes. Makes conforming changes to various Acts including the Department of Human Services Act, the Illinois Early Learning Council Act, the Illinois Procurement Code, the School Code, the Illinois Public Aid Code, the Early Intervention Services System Act and the Children and Family Services Act. Effective immediately, except the provisions amending the Child Care Act of 1969 take effect July 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 86 : Kimberly Lightford (D)*, Mary Beth Canty (D)*, Julie Morrison (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Mike Halpin (D), Meg Loughran Cappel (D), Omar Aquino (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Ram Villivalam (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Cristina Castro (D), Dave Koehler (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Mike Simmons (D), Doris Turner (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Willie Preston (D), Paul Faraci (D), Christopher Belt (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Rob Martwick (D), Laura Fine (D), Mike Hastings (D), Laura Murphy (D), Celina Villanueva (D), Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D), Robert Peters (D), Emil Jones (D), Mark Walker (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Joyce Mason (D), Camille Lilly (D), Lisa Hernandez (D), Will Davis (D), Sharon Chung (D), Katie Stuart (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Ann Williams (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Kimberly du Buclet (D), Theresa Mah (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Anna Moeller (D), Natalie Manley (D), Dee Avelar (D), Bob Rita (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Dan Didech (D), Cyril Nichols (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Bob Morgan (D), Edgar Gonzalez (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Sonya Harper (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Jenn Ladisch Douglass (D), Harry Benton (D), Michael Kelly (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Jay Hoffman (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Maurice West (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Chris Welch (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Marcus Evans (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Matt Hanson (D), Marty Moylan (D), Mary Gill (D), Carol Ammons (D), Kam Buckner (D), Kelly Burke (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 139
• Last Amended: 06/25/2024
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0594
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RI bill #H7945 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Creates the occupational therapy licensure compact that would allow licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in all states that join the compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which allows licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in all states that join the compact. The compact removes the need for practitioners to obtain individual licenses in each state where they want to practice. The bill outlines the requirements for states to join the compact, the process for practitioners to obtain compact privileges, and the administration and governance of the compact commission. The bill will take effect upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would create the occupational therapy licensure compact, that would allow licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in all states that join the compact. This act would also remove the need for practitioners to get an individual license in each state where they want to practice. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Joseph McNamara (D)*, David Bennett (D)*, Karen Alzate (D)*, Jay Edwards (D)*, Brandon Potter (D)*, Mia Ackerman (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 06/10/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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LA bill #HB888 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Provides relative to the Social Work Licensure Compact (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG EX See Note)
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Social Work Licensure Compact in Louisiana. The Compact facilitates the interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services, reducing duplicative licensing requirements, and enhancing states' ability to protect public health and safety. Key provisions include creating a multistate license, establishing a compact commission, requiring member states to participate in a coordinated data system, and providing a process for taking adverse action against a licensee's multistate authorization to practice. The bill aims to increase mobility and address workforce shortages by eliminating the necessity of licenses in multiple states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To enact Part II of Chapter 35 of Title 37 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, to
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• Introduced: 04/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 18 : Joe Stagni (R)*, Larry Bagley (R), Dewith Carrier (R), Wilford Carter (D), Vincent Cox (R), Jessica Domangue (R), Adrian Fisher (D), Barbara Freiberg (R), Kyle Green (D), Edmond Jordan (D), Ed Larvadain (D), Rodney Lyons (D), Candace Newell (D), Tammy Phelps (D), Larry Selders (D), Sylvia Taylor (D), Joy Walters (D), John Wyble (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 06/26/2024
• Last Action: Effective date: 08/01/2024.
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RI bill #S2623 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Creates the occupational therapy licensure compact that would allow licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in all states that join the compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the occupational therapy licensure compact that would allow licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in all states that join the compact. The compact would remove the need for practitioners to obtain individual licenses in each state where they want to practice. The bill would take effect upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would create the occupational therapy licensure compact, that would allow licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in all states that join the compact. This act would also remove the need for practitioners to get an individual license in each state where they want to practice. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Joshua Miller (D)*, Alana DiMario (D)*, Bridget Valverde (D)*, Sandra Cano (D)*, Pam Lauria (D)*, Linda Ujifusa (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/30/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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RI bill #S2173 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Adopts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact and would establish a joint public agency known as the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact commission to administer the provisions of the compact between the states.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact and establishes a joint public agency known as the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission to administer the provisions of the compact between the states. The compact allows audiologists and speech-language pathologists licensed in their home state to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege," as long as they meet certain requirements. The bill outlines the process for obtaining and maintaining this compact privilege, as well as the commission's powers and duties, rulemaking authority, and dispute resolution and enforcement mechanisms. The bill would take effect once the compact is enacted into law in the tenth member state.
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Bill Summary: This act would adopt the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact. The act would establish a joint public agency known as the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact commission to administer the provisions of the compact between the states. This act would take effect on the date on which the compact statute is enacted into law in the tenth member state.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Hanna Gallo (D)*, Val Lawson (D)*, Ryan Pearson (D)*, Bridget Valverde (D)*, Alana DiMario (D)*, Sandra Cano (D)*, Melissa Murray (D)*, Pam Lauria (D)*, Dominick Ruggerio (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/24/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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OH bill #HB211 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Enact the Free to Speak Act
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled the "Free to Speak Act," amends the existing law (Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code) to require public bodies to permit members of the public to comment or testify about matters of public concern before the public body at its public meetings. The bill also establishes reasonable methods by which a member of the public may provide such comments or testimony, and allows public bodies to set reasonable restrictions on the time limits for such comments or testimony.
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Bill Summary: To amend section 121.22 of the Revised Code to name this act the Free to Speak Act and to require a public body to permit members of the public to comment or testify about matters of public concern before the public body at its public meeting.
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• Introduced: 06/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
• Sponsors: 9 : Jennifer Gross (R)*, Gary Click (R), Bill Dean (R), Ron Ferguson (R), Sarah Fowler Arthur (R), Thomas Hall (R), Brett Hillyer (R), Beth Lear (R), Scott Wiggam (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 06/15/2023
• Last Action: House State and Local Government 1st Hearing, Sponsor Testimony PA (15:30:00 6/25/2024 Room 114)
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RI bill #S2183 • Last Action 06/25/2024
Adopts a counseling compact for the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors by providing for the mutual recognition of other member state licenses governed and administrated by commission.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would adopt a counseling compact for the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors. The key provisions are: - It would facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services, by providing for the mutual recognition of other member state licenses. - It would establish a counseling compact commission to administer the compact, including the ability to promulgate rules, hire employees, purchase real estate, and levy an annual assessment on member states. - It would allow licensed professional counselors to practice in remote member states through a "privilege to practice" if they meet certain requirements, and outline the procedures for obtaining a new home state license based on this privilege. - It would provide for the investigation and enforcement of adverse actions against licensed professional counselors, including allowing the commission to initiate legal action against a member state in default. - The compact would take effect once adopted by at least 10 states willing to join as members.
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Bill Summary: This act would adopt a counseling compact for the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services, by providing for the mutual recognition of other member state licenses. This act would further provide for the uniformity of professional counseling license requirements throughout the United States to promote public safety and public health benefits and eliminate the necessity to maintain licenses to practice in multiple states. The act would also provide for the establishment of a commission which could promulgate rules, hire employees, and fix their compensation and purchase real estate among other powers as well as levy on and collect an annual assessment from each member state. The aggregate annual assessment amount would be allocated based upon a formula to be determined by the commission, which would promulgate a rule binding upon all member states. By majority vote, the commission could initiate legal action in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia or the federal district court where the commission has its principal office against a member state in default to enforce compliance with the provisions of the compact and its promulgated rules and by laws. This act would take effect upon passage by at least ten (10) states willing to join as members of the compact.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Matt LaMountain (D)*, Alana DiMario (D)*, Ryan Pearson (D)*, Pam Lauria (D)*, Val Lawson (D)*, Bridget Valverde (D)*, Linda Ujifusa (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 01/24/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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MA bill #H3671 • Last Action 06/24/2024
Relative to virtual meetings of appointed statewide public bodies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Massachusetts state law to allow appointed statewide public bodies to conduct virtual meetings and enable remote participation by their members. The key provisions include: (1) allowing remote participation by any member of a statewide public body, (2) considering remotely participating members as present and able to vote, (3) requiring clear audio and identification of all participants, (4) mandating adequate alternative means for public access and participation in the virtual meetings, and (5) ensuring that any required parties can participate remotely. The bill does not apply to municipal bodies.
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Bill Summary: Relative to virtual meetings of appointed statewide public bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/30/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 8 : Tricia Farley-Bouvier (D)*, Mindy Domb (D)*, David Linsky (D), Hannah Kane (R), Vanna Howard (D), Mary Keefe (D), Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D), Dawne Shand (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/30/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #H3121 • Last Action 06/24/2024
Relative to the open meeting law
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the definition of "Public Body" in the Massachusetts General Laws to include the General Court (the state legislature) and its committees or recess commissions, thereby making them subject to the state's open meeting law. The open meeting law requires certain government bodies to hold meetings that are open to the public, with limited exceptions, in order to promote transparency in government decision-making.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to make the General Court subject to the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Erika Uyterhoeven (D)*, Sam Montaño (D), Mike Connolly (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #H4030 • Last Action 06/24/2024
Relative to public comments and open meeting law
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the state's open meeting law to establish a public right for any member of the public to be present, to be heard, and to participate during an open meeting of a public body. It requires public bodies to provide an opportunity for public comment on any matter within their subject matter jurisdiction, without requiring prior notice or permission. The bill also directs the Attorney General to publish guidelines and training materials for public bodies to implement these provisions, including guidance on allowing public comment and establishing reasonable time limits for commenters.
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Bill Summary: Relative to public comments and open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 07/31/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Lindsay Sabadosa (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 07/31/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #H3040 • Last Action 06/24/2024
To modernize participation in public meetings
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to modernize public meeting participation by requiring all public meetings to be conducted as "hybrid meetings," which allow both in-person and remote access. The bill defines "hybrid meeting" and "remote access," and outlines requirements for public notice, recording, and participation. It establishes a hardship waiver process for certain local public bodies that are unable to conduct hybrid meetings due to economic constraints, and creates a Municipal Hybrid Meeting Trust Fund to assist municipalities in expanding their remote and hybrid meeting capabilities. The bill also includes provisions for ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities and regulating public behavior during meetings. The key provisions are set to take effect 180 days after the bill's enactment, except for sections establishing the grant program and repealing a previous section, which will take effect on January 1, 2030.
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Bill Summary: Relative to providing for hybrid access to public meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 58 : Denise Garlick (D)*, David Linsky (D), Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Angelo Puppolo (D), Tram Nguyen (D), Brian Murray (D), Margaret Scarsdale (D), Sean Garballey (D), James Arena-Derosa (D), Jack Lewis (D), Rodney Elliott (D), David LeBoeuf (D), Chris Worrell (D), Ryan Hamilton (D), Steve Owens (D), Vanna Howard (D), Adrianne Ramos (D), Mike Brady (D), Erika Uyterhoeven (D), Kathy LaNatra (D), Simon Cataldo (D), Tackey Chan (D), Mike Connolly (D), Steve Ultrino (D), Tom Stanley (D), Christopher Markey (D), Bill Galvin (D), Sam Montaño (D), Adrian Madaro (D), Jon Santiago (D), Becca Rausch (D), Patrick O'Connor (R), Jason Lewis (D), Jenny Armini (D), Paul McMurtry (D), Carmine Gentile (D), Colleen Garry (D), Marc Pacheco (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Tricia Farley-Bouvier (D), Dan Carey (D), Natalie Higgins (D), Dan Sena (D), Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D), Tommy Vitolo (D), Smitty Pignatelli (D), Brad Jones (R), Steve Xiarhos (R), Chris Flanagan (D), Paul Feeney (D), Carol Doherty (D), Judith García (D), Kate Donaghue (D), Billy MacGregor (D), Paul Donato (D), Manny Cruz (D), Kay Khan (D), Susannah Whipps (I)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #S2024 • Last Action 06/24/2024
To modernize participation in public meetings
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to modernize public meeting participation by requiring all public bodies to conduct meetings as "hybrid meetings", which allow for both in-person and remote access. The bill defines "hybrid meeting" and "remote access" and sets out specific requirements for meeting notices, member participation, video recordings, and public comment. It also establishes a Municipal Hybrid Meeting Trust Fund and a competitive grant program to help municipalities implement the hybrid meeting capabilities. The bill provides some exceptions and transition timelines, with Sections 4 and 5 taking effect on January 1, 2030, and Sections 1 and 2 taking effect 180 days after the effective date of the act.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to modernize participation in public meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 29 : Jason Lewis (D)*, Angelo Puppolo (D), Jo Comerford (D), Brian Murray (D), Jake Oliveira (D), Jack Lewis (D), Vanna Howard (D), Mike Brady (D), Mike Barrett (D), Mike Connolly (D), Tom Stanley (D), Becca Rausch (D), Patrick O'Connor (R), Sal DiDomenico (D), Carmine Gentile (D), Marc Pacheco (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Adam Gómez (D), Pat Jehlen (D), John Keenan (D), Brendan Crighton (D), Mike Moore (D), Brad Jones (R), Paul Feeney (D), Paul Mark (D), Liz Miranda (D), Kay Khan (D), Susannah Whipps (I), Pavel Payano (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #H3110 • Last Action 06/24/2024
Relative to remote participation in state public meetings
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to expand the use of remote participation in state public meetings in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: (1) allowing state public bodies to enable remote participation by all members for any meeting, with remote participants considered present and able to vote; (2) requiring public bodies to provide adequate alternative means for the public to access and participate in the meeting remotely, without any subscription or fee; (3) mandating that all meetings be recorded by video and posted online within 2 business days, and that any relevant meeting materials be submitted and posted online at least 48 hours in advance, excluding weekends and holidays. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance public access and transparency in state government meetings through the use of remote participation and online resources.
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Bill Summary: Relative to remote participation in state public meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Lindsay Sabadosa (D)*, Michelle DuBois (D), Margaret Scarsdale (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #H4771 • Last Action 06/24/2024
To modernize participation in public meetings
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to modernize participation in public meetings. Key provisions include: - Increasing the number of persons required to constitute a quorum for a public meeting from 25 to 26. - Defining "remote access" and "remote participation" to allow the public and members of public bodies to view and participate in meetings remotely. - Requiring public bodies to provide remote access and remote participation at all meetings, with certain exceptions and accommodations for members with disabilities. - Establishing requirements for posting meeting notices and making meeting minutes available. - Allowing the Attorney General to impose civil penalties of up to $200 for repeat violations of the open meeting law. - Providing a hardship waiver process for rural communities to conduct meetings with either remote access or in a physically accessible public place. The bill also sets different effective dates for the various provisions, with the remote access and participation requirements taking effect on April 1, 2025, and the repeal of the hardship waiver provision on June 30, 2028.
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Bill Summary: To modernize participation in public meetings
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• Introduced: 06/24/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 9 : Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight, Tony Cabral (D), Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Chris Hendricks (D), Jake Oliveira (D), Paul Schmid (D), Vanna Howard (D), Patrick Kearney (D), Marjorie Decker (D), Billy MacGregor (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 06/24/2024
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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MA bill #S2063 • Last Action 06/24/2024
Updating the Open Meeting Law to support remote participation
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to update the Open Meeting Law in Massachusetts to support remote participation in public body meetings. Key provisions include: 1) Allowing public bodies to permit remote participation by members, where the member is not physically present at the meeting location. 2) Establishing that remotely participating members can vote, be counted towards a quorum, and be considered present for all purposes. 3) Requiring public bodies to provide adequate alternative means for the public to access and actively participate in meetings conducted with remote participation, without any subscription or toll charges. 4) Requiring municipalities to develop and adopt standards and guidelines for remote participation in public body meetings prior to implementing it. The goal of this bill is to enable more flexible and accessible participation in public meetings, while still maintaining transparency and public access.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to update the Open Meeting Law to support remote participation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Becca Rausch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #H2981 • Last Action 06/24/2024
Relative to the open meeting law
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the state's general laws to ensure bidder privacy in certain interviews for public construction contracts. Specifically, it requires public agencies to develop a process to prevent a bidder or their representative from witnessing or attending the interview of another bidder for the same contract, either in-person or remotely. It also prohibits the public dissemination or posting of written testimony or video from an interview until all interviews for that contract are completed. This aims to protect the confidentiality and integrity of the bidding process for public construction projects.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to assure for bidder privacy in certain interviews for public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Jim Arciero (D)*, Vanna Howard (D), Patrick Kearney (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #S2011 • Last Action 06/24/2024
Relative to remote access for public bodies and town meeting
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing laws to allow public bodies and town meetings to hold remote or hybrid participation meetings. Key provisions include: - Allowing public bodies to hold remote or hybrid meetings where all participants can clearly hear each other, and providing public access through adequate alternative means. - Allowing town meeting moderators to request that their town's select board or board of selectmen call for a remote or hybrid town meeting, which the select board must vote on within 10 business days. - Requiring select boards that approve remote/hybrid town meetings to issue a public notice and warrant with meeting details, and to submit the approval to the state Attorney General. - Allowing remote town meeting members to participate and vote, and requiring recording and preservation of the meeting proceedings. - Directing the Attorney General to develop standards and guidelines for remote/hybrid participation in public bodies and town meetings. The bill aims to provide more flexibility and accessibility for public meetings while ensuring transparency and public access.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to remote access for public bodies and town meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 9 : Anne Gobi (D)*, Jo Comerford (D), John Keenan (D), Brian Ashe (D), Matt Muratore (R), Patrick Kearney (D), Mike Moore (D), Mike Brady (D), Ryan Fattman (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #H2998 • Last Action 06/24/2024
To modernize participation in public meetings
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to modernize participation in public meetings. It does so by: 1. Defining "remote access" and "remote participation" to allow the public to view and participate in meetings remotely. 2. Requiring all public meetings to be physically open and remotely accessible to the public. 3. Mandating specific notice requirements for public meetings, including posting notices online. 4. Establishing requirements for remote access and participation, including ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities. 5. Allowing recording and transmission of public meetings, subject to reasonable requirements. 6. Imposing penalties for violations of the open meeting law, including civil penalties against individual members of public bodies. 7. Extending the sunset date for remote participation provisions until March 31, 2023. The bill's overall goal is to enhance public access and participation in government meetings, particularly by leveraging technology to enable remote access and participation.
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Bill Summary: Relative to participation in public meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 8 : Tony Cabral (D)*, Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Chris Hendricks (D), Jake Oliveira (D), Paul Schmid (D), Vanna Howard (D), Patrick Kearney (D), Marjorie Decker (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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MA bill #H3025 • Last Action 06/24/2024
Relative to remote access for public bodies and town meetings
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Massachusetts law to allow public bodies, including town meetings, to hold meetings remotely or in a hybrid format, where some participants are physically present and others participate remotely. The bill outlines the requirements for providing adequate public access and participation, including allowing remote participation by parties required to appear before the public body. The bill also requires public bodies to record and preserve recordings of remote or hybrid meetings. The Attorney General is tasked with developing standards and guidelines for remote or hybrid participation.
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Bill Summary: Relative to remote access for public bodies and town meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 23 : Bill Driscoll (D)*, Alice Peisch (D), Lindsay Sabadosa (D), James Arena-Derosa (D), Jo Comerford (D), Pat Duffy (D), Sam Montaño (D), Marcus Vaughn (R), Marc Lombardo (R), Rodney Elliott (D), Brian Ashe (D), Matt Muratore (R), Patrick Kearney (D), Carol Doherty (D), Margaret Scarsdale (D), Simon Cataldo (D), Natalie Higgins (D), Ruth Balser (D), Tram Nguyen (D), Brian Murray (D), Kay Khan (D), Jim Arciero (D), Carmine Gentile (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4771
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AZ bill #SB1036 • Last Action 06/21/2024
Social work compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services while preserving the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety. Key provisions include the creation of a joint government agency known as the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, the issuance of multistate licenses that authorize regulated social workers to practice in all member states, and the adoption of rules and procedures for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 32, chapter 33, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding article 5.1; relating to social workers.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : T.J. Shope (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 06/26/2024
• Last Action: Chapter 227
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AZ bill #SB1267 • Last Action 06/21/2024
Physical therapy assistants; students; supervision
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the regulation of physical therapy in Arizona. It transitions physical therapist assistants from certification to licensure, updates the definition of "assistive personnel," and clarifies supervision requirements for physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and other assistive personnel. The bill also updates the powers and duties of the Board of Physical Therapy, modifies application and examination requirements, and revises various other provisions related to licensure, discipline, and consumer rights. Overall, the bill aims to modernize the regulation of physical therapy practice in the state.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 32-2001, 32-2002, 32-2003, 32-2022, 32-2023, 32-2024, 32-2026, 32-2027, 32-2028, 32-2029, 32-2030, 32-2031, 32-2032, 32-2042, 32-2043, 32-2044, 32-2046, 32-2047, 32-2050 and 32-2051, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the board of physical therapy.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : T.J. Shope (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 06/26/2024
• Last Action: Chapter 236
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CA bill #AB2051 • Last Action 06/20/2024
Psychology interjurisdictional compact.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill approves and ratifies the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), which is an interstate compact that regulates the practice of telepsychology and temporary in-person, face-to-face practice of psychology across state boundaries. The bill requires the California Board of Psychology to comply with the requirements of the compact and adopt necessary regulations. It also prohibits a person authorized to practice under the compact from engaging in the practice of psychology as an employee or contractor of a state or local government entity without a license granted by the board. The compact allows psychologists licensed in a compact state to practice telepsychology in other compact states and to practice temporarily in-person in other compact states where they are not licensed. The bill specifies that these provisions will not become operative until the Director of Consumer Affairs certifies that a majority of the board has voted to join the compact.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 2903 of, to add Section 2948.5 to, and to add Article 11 (commencing with Section 2999.110) to Chapter 6.6 of Division 2 of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mia Bonta (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/20/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
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FL bill #S7078 • Last Action 06/19/2024
Public Records and Meetings/Cancer Research Grant Applications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Florida statute on the Cancer Connect Collaborative, a council that advises the Department of Health on cancer research funding and policies. The key provisions are: 1. It defines "proprietary business information" and makes such information held by the Department or the Collaborative confidential and exempt from public records requirements. This applies to proprietary information in cancer research grant applications submitted to the Collaborative. 2. It exempts portions of Collaborative meetings where this proprietary business information is discussed from public meetings requirements. The closed portions of these meetings must be recorded, and the recordings are also confidential and exempt from public records. 3. The bill provides a public necessity statement for these exemptions, noting that protecting proprietary business information is crucial to incentivize scientific innovation and the effectiveness of the grant program. 4. The exemptions are subject to legislative review and repeal in 2029 under the Open Government Sunset Review Act. 5. The bill has a contingent effective date, tying it to the effective date of another related bill (SB 7072) that was passed in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending s. 381.915, F.S.; defining the term “proprietary business information”; providing an exemption from public records requirements for proprietary business information included in cancer research grant applications submitted to the Cancer Connect Collaborative and records generated by the collaborative relating to the review of such information; providing an exemption from public meeting requirements for portions of collaborative meetings during which such proprietary business information is discussed; requiring that the closed portions of meetings be recorded; requiring the collaborative to maintain such recordings; providing an exemption from public records requirements for such recordings; authorizing the disclosure of such confidential and exempt information under certain circumstances; providing for legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Fiscal Policy, Gayle Harrell (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 03/06/2024
• Last Action: Chapter No. 2024-248, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/SB 7072 (Ch. 2024-247)
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VT bill #H0887 • Last Action 06/17/2024
An act relating to homestead property tax yields, nonhomestead rates, and policy changes to education finance and taxation
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Creates the Commission on the Future of Public Education in Vermont to study the provision of education in the state and make recommendations for a statewide vision and policy changes to ensure all students have access to quality, equitable educational opportunities. - Establishes the property dollar equivalent yield at $9,893 and the income dollar equivalent yield at $10,110 for fiscal year 2025, and sets the nonhomestead property tax rate at $1.391 per $100 of equalized education property value for that year. It also increases the property tax credit by 13% for fiscal year 2025 bills. - Clarifies that prewritten computer software, regardless of how it is paid for, delivered, or accessed, is considered tangible personal property subject to the sales tax. - Imposes a 3% surcharge on the rent of short-term rental properties, with the revenue going to the Education Fund. - Adds various revenue sources to the Education Fund, including the short-term rental surcharge, land use change tax, uniform capacity tax, and wind-powered electric generating facilities tax. - Requires the Agency of Education to update the District Quality Standards rules to include reserve fund account standards. - Creates an Education Fund Advisory Committee to monitor the education financing system, make recommendations on funding policies, and review education weights and categorical aid. - Makes changes to the calculation of excess education spending, including lowering the threshold from 121% to 118% of the statewide average per pupil spending. - Compensates several towns for overpayments of education taxes in fiscal year 2024 due to errors in accounting for student counts.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to homestead property tax yields, nonhomestead rates, and policy changes to education finance and taxation.
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• Introduced: 04/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 147
• Last Amended: 06/27/2024
• Last Action: Delivered to Secretary of State on June 25, 2024
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VA bill #SB6008 • Last Action 06/16/2024
Gaming commerce and development in the Commonwealth; regulation, report, penalties.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Authorizes and specifies the registration and licensing requirements for the manufacture, distribution, operation, hosting, and playing of electronic skill gaming devices under the regulatory authority of the Virginia Lottery. The bill imposes a 25 percent tax on all gross profits generated from the play of such electronic skill gaming devices and provides for the use of such tax proceeds after deposit in the Virginia Gaming Commerce and Development Fund, with most being deposited into the PreK-12 Priority Fund. The bill also imposes criminal and civil penalties for violations of the law and regulations related to electronic skill gaming devices. The bill also transfers funding from the PreK-12 Priority Fund to the general fund related to gaming commerce and development.
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Bill Summary: General appropriation act; regulation of gaming commerce and development in the Commonwealth; penalties. Authorizes and specifies the registration and licensing requirements for the manufacture, distribution, operation, hosting, and playing of electronic skill gaming devices, as defined in the bill, under the regulatory authority of the Virginia Lottery. The bill imposes a 25 percent tax on all gross profits generated from the play of such electronic skill gaming devices and provides for the use of such tax proceeds after deposit in the Virginia Gaming Commerce and Development Fund, established in the bill, with most being deposited into the PreK-12 Priority Fund, established in the bill. The bill also imposes criminal and civil penalties for violations of the law and regulations related to electronic skill gaming devices. The bill also transfers funding from the PreK-12 Priority Fund to the general fund related to gaming commerce and development.
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• Introduced: 06/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Special I
• Sponsors: 2 : Louise Lucas (D)*, Aaron Rouse (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 06/16/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Finance and Appropriations
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AZ bill #SB1452 • Last Action 06/14/2024
Pharmacy board; duties; regulation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the regulation of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy permits in Arizona. Key provisions include: - Expanding the definition of "unethical conduct" and "unprofessional conduct" for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy permittees, including new requirements for reporting changes in employment, address, and criminal/disciplinary actions. - Granting the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy additional authority, such as issuing subpoenas, entering into agreements with other agencies, and issuing nondisciplinary civil penalties for certain violations. - Modifying the renewal process and requirements for pharmacist, pharmacy technician, and pharmacy intern licenses. - Changing certain notification and reporting requirements for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy permittees. - Clarifying requirements and restrictions for pharmacy permits, including limits on transferring or relocating permits. - Updating provisions related to the state's controlled substances prescription monitoring program, including mandatory use by prescribers and pharmacists with some exceptions. The bill aims to enhance regulatory oversight and modernize pharmacy practice requirements in Arizona.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 32-1901.01, 32-1904, 32-1925, 32-1926, 32-1926.01, 32-1927, 32-1927.01, 32-1927.02, 32-1930, 32-1941, 32-1965, 36-2602, 36-2604, 36-2606 and 36-2608, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the Arizona state board of pharmacy.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : T.J. Shope (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/29/2024
• Last Action: Assigned to Senate RULES Committee
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RI bill #H7838 • Last Action 06/14/2024
Amends charter of the Union Fire District of South Kingstown by renaming "Reserve Capital Expenditures" to "Capital Projects Fund" and allows the board of wardens to grant tax exemptions to current and retired volunteer firefighters and their spouses.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the charter of the Union Fire District of South Kingstown by renaming the "Reserve for Capital Expenditures" fund to the "Capital Projects Fund." It would also allow the board of wardens to grant property tax exemptions or abatements to current and retired volunteer firefighters and their spouses. The bill would take effect upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would amend the charter of the Union Fire District of South Kingstown by renaming "Reserve for Capital Expenditures" to "Capital Projects Fund" and would allow the board of wardens to grant tax exemptions to current and retired volunteer firefighters and their spouses. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Teresa Tanzi (D)*, Kathleen Fogarty (D)*, Carol McEntee (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Effective without Governor's signature
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OK bill #SB1432 • Last Action 06/14/2024
Oklahoma Education Lottery Act; removing provisions for initial membership of board of trustees; Oklahoma Education Lottery Trust Fund. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Education Lottery Act by: 1) Modifying definitions related to the Oklahoma Lottery Commission, such as administrative expenses, operating expenses, and net proceeds. 2) Removing provisions for the initial membership of the board of trustees of the Oklahoma Lottery Commission, though the board will still consist of 7 members appointed by the Governor. 3) Changing the reporting frequency of the executive director from quarterly to annual. 4) Updating statutory language regarding employees of the Oklahoma Lottery Commission. 5) Modifying the method of transferring funds from the Oklahoma Education Lottery Trust Fund, including setting a specific annual apportionment of $65 million for various education purposes, with the remaining funds being transferred to the Teacher Empowerment Revolving Fund. The bill also provides a process for ensuring the timely distribution of appropriations from the Trust Fund. Additionally, the bill repeals two sections of existing law related to the Fidelity Revolving Fund and negotiable bonds and promissory notes. Finally, it declares an emergency, allowing the bill to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1432 By: Howard of the Senate and Kannady of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma Education Lottery Act; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 703, which relates to definitions; modifying definitions; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 705, which relates to the board of trustees; removing provisions for initial membership; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 711, which relates to the executive director; modifying reporting frequency; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 712, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 332, O.S.L. 2023 (3A O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 712), which relates to employees of the Oklahoma Lottery Commission; updating statutory language; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 713, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 332, O.S.L. 2023 (3A O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 713), which relates to the Oklahoma Education Lottery Trust Fund; removing method of transfer of certain funds; modifying portion of annual appropriation; directing certain funds from the Oklahoma Education Lottery Trust Fund to go into certain funds; providing for method of apportionment to be transferred from fund into specified funds; directing remainder of funds to be transferred into certain fund by certain date; updating statutory reference; repealing 3A O.S. 2021, Section 719, which relates to the Fidelity Revolving Fund; repealing 3A O.S. 2021, Section 732, which relates to negotiable bonds and promissory notes; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Oklahoma education lottery
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• Introduced: 12/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brent Howard (R)*, Chris Kannady (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 05/30/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 06/14/2024
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RI bill #S2633 • Last Action 06/13/2024
Amends charter of the Union Fire District of South Kingstown by renaming 'Reserve Capital Expenditures' to 'Capital Projects Fund' and allows the board of wardens to grant tax exemptions to current and retired volunteer firefighters and their spouses.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the charter of the Union Fire District of South Kingstown in several ways. First, it renames the "Reserve for Capital Expenditures" to the "Capital Projects Fund." Second, it allows the board of wardens to grant tax exemptions or abatements to current and retired volunteer firefighters and their spouses. The bill would take effect upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would amend the charter of the Union Fire District of South Kingstown by renaming "Reserve for Capital Expenditures" to "Capital Projects Fund" and would allow the board of wardens to grant tax exemptions to current and retired volunteer firefighters and their spouses. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Sue Sosnowski (D)*, Bridget Valverde (D)*, Victoria Gu (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Effective without Governor's signature
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AZ bill #HB2481 • Last Action 06/12/2024
Open meetings; public body; legislature
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to public meetings and proceedings. The key provisions are: 1. Requiring all public bodies to provide an opportunity for public comment before any final decision, subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions. 2. Expanding the definition of "public body" to include the legislature, commissions, and other public entities established by the Arizona Constitution or ballot initiative. 3. Increasing the notice requirement for public meetings from 24 hours to 48 hours, and requiring the agenda to include a hyperlink to any relevant documents under consideration. 4. Removing the exception for the legislature's conference committees from the open meetings law. Overall, this bill aims to increase transparency and public access to the decision-making processes of various government bodies in Arizona.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 38-431, 38-431.01, 38-431.02 and 38-431.08, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public meetings and proceedings.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Parker (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Senate third reading FAILED voting: (13-14-3-0)
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AZ bill #HB2097 • Last Action 06/12/2024
Gray water; definition; residential standards
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of Arizona law related to water quality and the use of gray water and composting toilets. The key provisions are: - It prohibits counties from imposing any requirements or penalties related to gray water, gray water reuse, or composting toilets beyond the provisions of existing state law. - It requires the Department of Environmental Quality to adopt rules by June 1, 2026 to allow for the use or discharge of gray water at single-family residences under a general permit, and to allow for the use of composting toilets and gray water on residential rural land under a general permit. - It establishes conditions to exempt property owners with only composting toilets from the requirement to connect to an on-site wastewater treatment facility or outside sewage system, and allows for the installation of low-cost waterless composting toilets. - It requires the rules to facilitate and maximize the volume of allowable gray water reuse, minimize costs and burdens, and impose conditions only as necessary to protect public health, safety, and groundwater.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 11-811, 11-812, 11-815, 49-201, 49-204 and 49-701, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to water quality.
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• Introduced: 12/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Parker (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/17/2024
• Last Action: Senate third reading FAILED voting: (15-13-2-0)
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US bill #S4492 • Last Action 06/11/2024
Amtrak Transparency Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Amtrak Transparency Act, aims to improve the transparency of Amtrak's operations. It proposes the following key provisions: 1. Requiring Amtrak's Board of Directors to provide public notice and hold open meetings, as well as convene an annual meeting with state transportation officials to discuss long-distance and state-supported routes. 2. Mandating Amtrak to publicly disclose the amount of discretionary bonuses paid to its officers and non-bargaining unit employees. 3. Obligating Amtrak to disclose, upon request, any vendor agreements valued at $250,000 or more for services procured to implement a service on a state-supported route. These changes are intended to enhance the transparency and accountability of Amtrak's operations and decision-making processes.
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Bill Summary: A bill to improve the transparency of Amtrak operations, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 06/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 1 : Deb Fischer (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 07/31/2024
• Last Action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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RI bill #S2096 • Last Action 06/11/2024
Creates the law enforcement officer's due process accountability and transparency act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the law enforcement officer's due process, accountability, and transparency act. It establishes a five-member hearing committee, including three qualified and randomly selected law enforcement officers, a retired judge, and an attorney selected in consultation with the Supreme Court's committee on racial and ethnic fairness and the Rhode Island Bar Association's diversity task force. The bill sets up a two-tier summary suspension structure, allows police chiefs to make public statements and release video evidence in certain instances, and requires the Police Officers Commission on Standards and Training to publish information about pending hearings and report certain suspensions to national decertification indices. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: This act would create the law enforcement officer's due process accountability and transparency act. It would establish a five (5) member hearing committee consisting of three (3) qualified and randomly selected law enforcement officers, a retired judge, and an attorney selected in consultation with the Supreme Court's committee on racial and ethnic fairness and the Rhode Island Bar Association's task force on diversity and inclusion. It would establish a two-tier summary suspension structure ranging from a five (5) to fourteen (14) day summary suspension and allow a police chief to make public statements and release video evidence in any instance other than summary suspensions imposed under tier one. This act would also require the POST to publish on its website the status and other information relating to all pending hearings. The POST would also be required to report certain suspensions and other findings to National Decertification Indices. This act would take effect on January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Dominick Ruggerio (D)*, Ryan Pearson (D)*, Hanna Gallo (D)*, David Tikoian (D)*, Matt LaMountain (D)*, Meghan Kallman (D)*, Sandra Cano (D)*, Bob Britto (D)*, Jake Bissaillon (D)*, Dawn Euer (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 06/06/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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LA bill #HB446 • Last Action 06/11/2024
Provides relative to notifications of public meetings and duties of public bodies and the commissioner of administration relative thereto (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note)
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends and enacts several provisions related to public meeting notifications in Louisiana. It requires public bodies to provide notice of their meetings to any person who requests it, in addition to members of the news media. It also requires public bodies to submit notices of their meetings to the Commissioner of Administration, who must then post the notices on a website and provide an electronic notification system for the public. The bill aims to increase transparency and public access to information about public meetings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 42:19(A)(2)(b) and to enact R.S. 42:19(A)(2)(c) and R.S. 49:1305.1, relative to notifications of public meetings; to require public bodies to provide notice of meetings to any person; to require public bodies to give notice of meetings to the commissioner of administration; to provide for the duties of the commissioner of administration relative thereto; and to provide for related matters.
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• Introduced: 02/29/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Stephanie Hilferty (R)*, Aimee Freeman (D), Mandie Landry (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 06/18/2024
• Last Action: Effective date: 08/01/2024.
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RI bill #H7263 • Last Action 06/11/2024
Creates the law enforcement officer's due process accountability and transparency act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the law enforcement officer's due process accountability and transparency act. It establishes a five-member hearing committee, consisting of three randomly selected qualified law enforcement officers, a retired judge, and an attorney selected in consultation with the Supreme Court's committee on racial and ethnic fairness and the Rhode Island Bar Association's task force on diversity and inclusion. The bill allows for a two-tier summary suspension structure, ranging from 5 to 14 days, and permits a police chief to make public statements and release video evidence in any instance other than summary suspensions under the first tier. It also requires the Police Officers Commission on Standards and Training (POST) to publish information on pending hearings on its website and report certain suspensions and findings to national decertification indices. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: This act would create the law enforcement officer's due process accountability and transparency act. It would establish a five (5) member hearing committee consisting of three (3) qualified and randomly selected law enforcement officers, a retired judge, and an attorney selected in consultation with the Supreme Court's committee on racial and ethnic fairness and the Rhode Island Bar Association's task force on diversity and inclusion. It would establish a two-tier summary suspension structure ranging from a five (5) to fourteen (14) day summary suspension and allow a police chief to make public statements and release video evidence in any instance other than summary suspensions imposed under tier one. This act would also require the POST to publish on its website the status and other information relating to all pending hearings. The POST would also be required to report certain suspensions and other findings to National Decertification Indices. This act would take effect on January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Raymond Hull (D)*, Doc Corvese (D)*, Tom Noret (D)*, Grace Diaz (D)*, Marvin Abney (D)*, Matthew Dawson (D)*, Ramon Perez (D)*, Camille Vella Wilkinson (D)*, Samuel Azzinaro (D)*, David Bennett (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 06/06/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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NJ bill #S2149 • Last Action 06/10/2024
Revises training requirements for governing board members of public institutions of higher education.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the training requirements for governing board members of public institutions of higher education in New Jersey. The key provisions are: 1) Board members must complete a training program developed by the Secretary of Higher Education within 6 months of being appointed or reappointed, and within 6 months of the start of each successive term. The training covers governance responsibilities, ethics, open public meetings, privacy laws, fiduciary duties, and financial management. 2) The Secretary of Higher Education is responsible for designating an entity to provide the training, such as the New Jersey Council of County Colleges for county colleges. The institution must certify completion of the training for each board member. 3) The Secretary can provide a 30-day grace period for members who fail to complete the training, and may consider this failure as a resignation from the board, disqualifying the member from reappointment for 2 years. 4) The bill also appropriates $350,000 annually to the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to implement these provisions.
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Bill Summary: Revises training requirements for governing board members of public institutions of higher education.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Cryan (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 06/11/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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IL bill #HB4951 • Last Action 06/10/2024
NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERT TAX
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates several new tax credits and programs: The Local Journalism Sustainability Act creates a tax credit for employers, including non-profits, that are local news organizations. The credit is up to $15,000 per qualified journalist employed and an additional $10,000 per new journalism position. The total amount of credits that can be awarded is capped at $5 million per year. The Music and Musicians Tax Credit and Jobs Act allows the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to award tax credits to qualified music companies for certain Illinois labor expenditures, with credits ranging from 10-22% depending on the company's payroll and other factors. The total amount of credits awarded is capped at $2 million per year. The bill also expands the existing tax credit for wages paid to returning citizens (formerly ex-offenders), increasing the credit rate from 5% to 15% and increasing the total credit allowed per employee from $1,500 to $7,500. The total amount of credits that can be awarded is capped at $1 million per year. Additionally, the bill allows LaMoille Community Unit School District #303 to amend or supplement its 2023 property tax levy without voter approval, and it provides a tax exemption for ground-based sparklers starting in 2025. The overall intent of the bill is to promote and support various industries, including local journalism, music/entertainment, and job creation for returning citizens, through the use of targeted tax credits and programs.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Workforce Development through Charitable Loan Repayment Act. Creates the Workforce Development through Charitable Loan Repayment Program for the purpose of facilitating student loan repayment assistance for qualified workers. Provides that the Program shall be administered by qualified community foundations with the assistance of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. Creates the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. Creates a withholding tax credit for local news organizations. Creates the Music and Creates the Musicians Tax Credit and Jobs Act. Provides that the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity may award credits to qualified music companies. Creates the Ground-Based Sparkler Purchaser Excise Tax Act. Imposes a tax, beginning January 1, 2025, upon purchasers for the privilege of using ground-based sparklers and not for the purpose of resale at the rate of 3% of the purchase price of ground-based sparklers. Creates the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. Provides that, subject to certain exceptions, a payment card network, an acquirer bank, or a processor may not receive or charge a merchant any interchange fee on the tax amount or gratuity of an electronic payment transaction if the merchant informs the acquirer bank or its designee of the tax or gratuity amount as part of the authorization or settlement process for the electronic payment transaction. Amends various Acts concerning State and local revenue and finance. Creates the Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act. Provides that the Department of Revenue shall award income tax credits to taxpayers who provide an endowment gift to a permanent endowment fund during the taxable year and receive a certificate of receipt for that gift. Provides that the credit is equal to 25% of the endowment gift. Contains provisions setting forth maximum credit amounts. Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act to require an addition modification equal to the amount of any federal deduction claimed for an endowment gift for which a taxpayer receives a credit under the Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act. Amends the Community Mental Health Act. Provides that in any county with a county executive form of government, if applicable, the county executive shall appoint the community mental health board with the advice and consent of the county board. Provides that a community mental health board may provide advice to the governing body and may establish a policy and procedure for the acceptance and review of applications from interested residents prior to making a recommendation to the appointing authority. Provides that an annual tax levied by any governmental unit under the Act is separate and distinct from all other property taxes levied by that governmental unit and (1) shall not be considered an increase for purposes of the application of the Truth in Taxation Law and its requirements and (2) shall not be subject to the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law. Provides that in addition, the ballot for any proposition submitted pursuant to levy a tax in order to provide the necessary funds or to supplement existing funds for community mental health facilities and services, including facilities and services for the person with a developmental disability or a substance use disorder, shall have printed on the ballot, but not as part of the proposition submitted, only the following supplemental information (which shall be supplied to the election authority by the taxing district) in substantially the following form: (1) the approximate amount of taxes extendable at the most recently extended limiting rate and the approximate amount of taxes extendable if the proposition is approved and (2) for the first levy year for which the new rate or increase limiting rate will be applicable levy year the approximate amount of the additional tax extendable against property containing a single family residence and having a fair market value at the time of the referendum of $100,000 is estimated to be. Provides that if a proposition contains the language in substantially the form provided in the law, the referendum is valid notwithstanding any other provision of the law. Provides that nothing in these provisions prevents a governmental unit from levying less than the amount approved by the voters via referendum in any given year or varying the amount levied from year to year as approved by the governmental unit. Provides that changes made by the Act apply to referenda creating community mental health boards, including community mental health boards located in counties that have adopted a county executive form of government under the Counties Code, to levy an annual tax for the establishment and maintenance of mental health facilities and services for residents of the community that were approved or validated on or after January 1, 2020 and to referenda that are approved on or after the effective date of the Act. Deletes a provision that a community mental health board may be representative of medical societies. Provides that a community mental health board may be representative of individuals with professional or lived expertise in mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse. Provides that vacancies on a community mental health board shall be filled with the advice of the community mental health board, who may establish a policy and procedure for the acceptance and review of applications from interested residents prior to making a recommendation to the appointing authority. Provides that if the community mental health board has already held or scheduled an election of officers to take place prior to July 1, an additional election is not required on the basis of the appointment or reappointment of a member to the community mental health board. Provides that the community mental health board shall publish the annual budget and report within 180 (rather than 120) days after the end of the fiscal year in a newspaper distributed within the jurisdiction of the board, or, if no newspaper is published within the jurisdiction of the board, then one published in the county, or, if no newspaper is published in the county, then in a newspaper having general circulation within the jurisdiction of the board. Provides that a community mental health board may establish professional incentive programs for the purposes of workforce development and retention that may include education assistance, student loan repayment, professional certification and licensure assistance, and internship stipends. Provides that the annual report of a community mental health board detailing the income received and disbursements made pursuant to the Act during the fiscal year just preceding the date the annual report is submitted shall be submitted within 180 (rather than 90) days of the end (rather than close) of that fiscal year. Amends the Property Tax Code to make conforming changes. Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately, except that some provisions take effect July 1, 2024, some provisions take effect January 1, 2025, and some provisions take effect February 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Kelly Burke (D)*, Celina Villanueva (D)*, Chris Welch (D), Elgie Sims (D), Omar Aquino (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 32 • Actions: 116
• Last Amended: 06/10/2024
• Last Action: Added as Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Elgie R. Sims, Jr.
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NY bill #S09672 • Last Action 06/06/2024
Updates the membership, powers, duties and procedures of the commission on forensic science; establishes the scientific advisory committee, the social justice, ethics, and equity assessment committee and the forensic analyst license advisory committee; makes conforming changes.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Commission on Forensic Science in New York. It expands the membership of the commission to include experts from various fields, establishes three permanent advisory committees (the Scientific Advisory Committee, the Social Justice, Ethics, and Equity Assessment Committee, and the Forensic Analyst License Advisory Committee), and gives the commission ultimate decision-making authority over the committees' recommendations. The bill also creates a licensing system for forensic analysts and establishes disciplinary procedures for misconduct. Additionally, the bill requires forensic laboratories to publish their testing methods and protocols, and mandates certain reporting requirements for forensic analyst reports.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to reforming the commission on forensic science; and to amend the executive law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to making conforming changes; and to repeal certain provisions of the executive law, relating thereto
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• Introduced: 05/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Michael Gianaris (D)*, Brad Hoylman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 05/16/2024
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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NJ bill #A4500 • Last Action 06/06/2024
Requires certain public and private entities to publicize receipt of State funds or economic development subsides in certain circumstances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires any nonprofit entity, public entity, or business entity that receives State funds or an economic development subsidy to include a notice on its informational and promotional materials stating that it is the recipient of such funds or subsidy. The notice must be included on any written statement disseminated to media, as well as on any placards or banners displayed at public events or when the entity provides free goods or services to the public. The bill defines "economic development subsidy" as financial assistance of over $500 provided by a State public body to a business entity for the purpose of stimulating economic development in New Jersey. The State Treasurer is required to adopt rules and regulations to implement the bill's provisions, which will take effect starting in the State fiscal year beginning on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires any nonprofit entity, public entity, or business entity to include a notice on its informational and promotional materials that that entity is the recipient of State funds or and economic development subsidy. The bill requires the notice to be included on any written statement disseminated by the entity, to broadcast, digital, or print media, and on any placard or banner displayed at any public event held by the nonprofit entity, public entity, or business entity, or on any occasion in which the nonprofit entity or business entity provides goods or services, free of charge, to members of the public. Under the bill, the term "economic development subsidy" is defined as the provision of financial assistance to a business entity by or from a State public body with a value of greater than $500 for the purpose of stimulating economic development in New Jersey, including, but not limited to, any bond, grant, loan, loan guarantee, matching fund, tax credit, or other type of tax incentive.
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• Introduced: 06/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Annette Quijano (D)*, Benjie Wimberly (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 06/07/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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MA bill #S2811 • Last Action 06/06/2024
Site Information & Links
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to update the existing law regarding Site Information & Links. The key provisions include inserting language that would require websites to provide clear and accessible information about the site, including details about the site's purpose, ownership, and contact information. Additionally, the bill would remove certain requirements related to the display of links on the site. The overall goal of these changes is to enhance transparency and improve user experience when accessing online sites and resources.
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Bill Summary: Site Information & Links
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• Introduced: 08/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Moore (D)*, Marc Pacheco (D)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 06/06/2024
• Last Action: See S2806
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NJ bill #S2930 • Last Action 06/05/2024
Makes various changes to process for access to government records; appropriates $10 million.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various changes to the process for accessing government records in New Jersey. It amends the definition of "government record" and "commercial purpose" under the Open Public Records Act (OPRA). The bill also establishes new requirements and timelines for custodians to respond to records requests, allows for protective orders to be issued in certain cases, and makes changes to the structure and duties of the Government Records Council. The bill appropriates $10 million from the State General Fund to the Department of Community Affairs to provide grants for making records electronically accessible and to support the operations of the Government Records Council.
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Bill Summary: An Act concerning access to government records, amending and supplementing various parts of the statutory law, and making an appropriation.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Paul Sarlo (D)*, Tony Bucco (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 07/31/2024
• Last Action: Approved P.L.2024, c.16.
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IL bill #HB4959 • Last Action 06/05/2024
CREATIVE ECONOMY TASK FORCE
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Implementation Act. It adds, deletes, and makes changes to various statutory provisions as needed to implement the State budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Key provisions include: - Transferring $20 million from the Road Fund to the Federal/State/Local Airport Fund for purposes consistent with the Illinois Constitution. - Changing the transfer amounts from the General Revenue Fund to the Downstate Public Transportation Fund and the Regional Transportation Authority's Public Transportation Fund for FY2025. - Increasing reimbursement rates for ASAM Level 3 residential/inpatient substance use disorder treatment services starting in FY2025. - Establishing the Health Equity and Access Fund to be used by the Department of Healthcare and Family Services for medical expenses or grants that advance health equity initiatives in Illinois. - Creating the Summer EBT Program and Fund to receive federal funds for a summer electronic benefit transfer program for children. - Authorizing the Department on Aging to designate health care telementoring entities to provide programs that connect groups of local health care providers with specialists. - Establishing the Restore Fund for expenses related to developing and implementing an automated criminal record sealing program. The bill also includes various other provisions related to appropriations, transfers, and funding for state programs and initiatives. Overall, this bill makes changes to implement the FY2025 state budget.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Implementation Act. Adds, deletes, and makes changes to various statutory provisions as needed to implement the State budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Effective immediately, except some provisions take effect July 1, 2024 and some provisions take effect January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Robyn Gabel (D)*, Elgie Sims (D)*, Jehan Gordon-Booth (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Curtis Tarver (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Robert Peters (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 89
• Last Amended: 06/11/2024
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0588
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AZ bill #SB1295 • Last Action 06/04/2024
Advanced practice registered nurses; compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Establishes the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Compact, which allows for the mutual recognition of APRN licenses across participating states. The Compact aims to facilitate interstate APRN practice, improve public access to APRN services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, and enhance cooperation among states in APRN regulation and enforcement. - Creates the Interstate Commission of APRN Compact Administrators, a joint government agency that will oversee the implementation and administration of the Compact. The Commission will have the authority to promulgate uniform rules, investigate compliance, and take disciplinary action against APRNs who violate the Compact. - Requires participating states to meet certain criteria, such as requiring APRN applicants to complete an accredited graduate-level education program and pass a national certification exam, before issuing a multistate APRN license. - Establishes a coordinated licensure information system to facilitate the exchange of APRN licensure and disciplinary information among member states. - Adds a new article to the Arizona Revised Statutes to include the Social Work Licensure Compact, which is designed to improve public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, and enhance cooperation among states in social work regulation.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 32, chapter 15, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding article 2.2; amending title 32, chapter 32, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding article 3.1; amending title 32, chapter 33, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding article 5.1; relating to health professionals.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 3 : Janae Shamp (R)*, David Gowan (R), T.J. Shope (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 06/04/2024
• Last Action: House Committee of the Whole action: Do Pass Amended
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CO bill #HB1002 • Last Action 06/03/2024
Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Social Work Licensure Compact" to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The compact establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, a government agency composed of member states, to oversee the administration of the compact. The bill sets forth the requirements for states to join the compact, the qualifications for social workers to receive a multistate license, the authority of the commission and member states, the process for adverse actions against licensees, and the establishment of a data system to facilitate the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information among member states.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING THE ENACTMENT OF THE "SOCIAL WORK LICENSURE COMPACT", AND, IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 59 : Matt Martinez (D)*, Emily Sirota (D)*, Janice Marchman (D)*, Janice Rich (R)*, Judy Amabile (D), Jennifer Bacon (D), Shannon Bird (D), Andy Boesenecker (D), Kyle Brown (D), Chad Clifford (D), Lindsey Daugherty (D), Monica Duran (D), Elisabeth Epps (D), Meg Froelich (D), Eliza Hamrick (D), Tim Hernández (D), Leslie Herod (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Cathy Kipp (D), Sheila Lieder (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), William Lindstedt (D), Meghan Lukens (D), Javier Mabrey (D), Bob Marshall (D), Tisha Mauro (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Karen McCormick (D), Barbara McLachlan (D), David Ortiz (D), Jennifer Parenti (D), Naquetta Ricks (D), Manny Rutinel (D), Marc Snyder (D), Tammy Story (D), Brianna Titone (D), Alex Valdez (D), Elizabeth Velasco (D), Ron Weinberg (R), Jenny Willford (D), Mary Young (D), Chris Kennedy (D), Jeff Bridges (D), Janet Buckner (D), Tony Exum (D), Rhonda Fields (D), Bob Gardner (R), Joann Ginal (D), Julie Gonzales (D), Nick Hinrichsen (D), Sonya Jaquez Lewis (D), Chris Kolker (D), Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D), Kevin Priola (D), Dylan Roberts (D), Robert Rodriguez (D), Jim Smallwood (R), Faith Winter (D), Rachel Zenzinger (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/28/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed
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NC bill #S542 • Last Action 06/03/2024
DOL Omnibus/Other Changes
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes omnibus changes to the labor laws of North Carolina, including: - Increasing the maximum civil penalties for violations of youth employment laws and record-keeping requirements for employers. - Clarifying definitions and exemptions related to boilers and pressure vessels, and allowing the Commissioner to refuse to issue or renew, or revoke, suspend, or amend an inspection certificate for non-payment of fees. - Modifying the elevator bidding specification requirements on public works projects to prohibit preferred brands as alternates to the base bid and limit certain other requirements. - Making various other technical changes to labor law enforcement and appeal procedures. The overall purpose of the bill is to update and strengthen North Carolina's labor laws, particularly around worker protections and public safety requirements for certain equipment.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO MAKE OMNIBUS CHANGES TO THE LABOR LAWS OF NORTH CAROLINA, TO MAKE OTHER TECHNICAL CHANGES, AND TO MODIFY ELEVATOR BIDDING SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ON PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS.
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• Introduced: 04/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Amy Galey (R)*, Lisa Barnes (R)*, Kevin Corbin (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 06/03/2024
• Last Action: Ch. SL 2024-3
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CA bill #AB1274 • Last Action 06/03/2024
California Youth Empowerment Commission: civil service workforce.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the California Youth Empowerment Commission: civil service workforce, amends existing law to add fostering a new generation of young Californians to enter the civil service workforce as one of the topics upon which the California Youth Empowerment Commission can offer advice and recommendations. The commission, which consists of 13 voting members between 14 and 25 years of age and 5 non-voting members, is tasked with making recommendations to the Legislature, Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Governor on issues affecting youth, including career preparation and employment. The bill aims to increase the representation of young people in the state and federal workforce, which has seen a declining percentage of younger workers in recent years.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 8272 of the Government Code, relating to state government.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Damon Connolly (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
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IL bill #SB2665 • Last Action 05/31/2024
OMA-SERVICE MEMBER ATTENDANCE
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow members of public bodies to attend meetings by other means, such as video or audio conference, if they are prevented from physically attending due to personal illness, disability, employment purposes, family emergencies, unexpected childcare obligations, or active military duty. The bill defines "active military duty" and "service member" for the purposes of this provision. The bill also outlines the conditions under which public bodies can conduct open or closed meetings entirely by audio or video conference during a declared disaster, including requirements for notice, public access, and recording the proceedings.
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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: 01/10/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 14 : Mike Porfirio (D)*, Jehan Gordon-Booth (D)*, Linda Holmes (D), Julie Morrison (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mike Halpin (D), Mike Simmons (D), Meg Loughran Cappel (D), Elgie Sims (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Mike Hastings (D), Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D), Dave Koehler (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 04/09/2024
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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TN bill #SB1862 • Last Action 05/31/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to the dietitian licensure compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Dietitian Licensure Compact", which facilitates the interstate practice of dietetics by providing a compact privilege for qualified dietitians to practice in member states. The compact establishes a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission to administer the agreement, which includes rulemaking authority, data sharing, and disciplinary provisions. The bill requires Tennessee to participate in the compact, including implementing criminal background checks and complying with the commission's rules. The compact will take effect once seven states have enacted it, with provisions for how states can join or withdraw from the agreement.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, enacts the "Dietitian Licensure Compact." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 63 and Title 68.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Ferrell Haile (R)*, Heidi Campbell (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 05/29/2024
• Last Action: Effective date(s) 05/28/2024, 01/01/2026
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CO bill #SB226 • Last Action 05/31/2024
Modifications to College Kickstarter Account Program
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the College Kickstarter Account Program, which provides an initial contribution of money for every child born or adopted in Colorado that can be claimed and transferred to a college savings account. Key changes include: - Expanding the definition of "account sponsor" to include not just parents, but any individual who provides the birth certificate number or adoption order for an eligible child. - Defining the "base amount" as $100, with annual adjustments for inflation starting in 2021. - Specifying that kickstarter funding can only be claimed once per birth certificate or adoption order. - Revising the composition and requirements of the advisory board that oversees the program. - Requiring the program to conduct an ongoing evaluation and report annually on its effectiveness, including details on usage, outreach, and financial projections. - Allowing the State Treasurer to seek private partnerships to develop a free financial literacy education program for eligible children and their account sponsors.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING MODIFICATIONS TO THE COLLEGE KICKSTARTER ACCOUNT PROGRAM.
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• Introduced: 04/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 36 : Steve Fenberg (D)*, Janice Marchman (D)*, Kyle Brown (D)*, Leslie Herod (D)*, Jeff Bridges (D), Janet Buckner (D), Lisa Cutter (D), Tony Exum (D), Sonya Jaquez Lewis (D), Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D), Kevin Priola (D), Judy Amabile (D), Jennifer Bacon (D), Shannon Bird (D), Lindsey Daugherty (D), Monica Duran (D), Regina English (D), Lorena García (D), Eliza Hamrick (D), Tim Hernández (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Sheila Lieder (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), Javier Mabrey (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Barbara McLachlan (D), David Ortiz (D), Naquetta Ricks (D), Emily Sirota (D), Marc Snyder (D), Tammy Story (D), Brianna Titone (D), Alex Valdez (D), Elizabeth Velasco (D), Mike Weissman (D), Jenny Willford (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 05/14/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed
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TN bill #HB2176 • Last Action 05/31/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8, Chapter 4, Part 6 and Title 8, Chapter 44, Part 1, relative to public meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Tennessee's public meetings laws. It allows a court to award reasonable court costs and attorney's fees to a petitioner who successfully proves that a governing body knowingly and willfully violated the public meetings laws. The bill also modifies the definition of a "meeting" to exclude on-site inspections of projects or programs. This change aims to clarify the circumstances under which a governing body must comply with the state's public meetings requirements.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, permits a court to award the reasonable court costs and attorney's fees to a petitioner successfully proving that a governing body knowingly and willfully violated the public meetings laws in this state. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 4, Part 6 and Title 8, Chapter 44, Part 1.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Susan Lynn (R)*, Jason Powell (D), Tom Leatherwood (R), Bryan Terry (R), G.A. Hardaway (D), Elaine Davis (R), Chris Todd (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 05/29/2024
• Last Action: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 1030
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IL bill #HB5008 • Last Action 05/31/2024
SCH CD-POLICE AT CPS SCHOOLS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Chicago School District Article of the School Code to provide that a local school council shall have the power and duty to contract with the Chicago Police Department to have police officers or school resource officers on school grounds. The bill takes effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Chicago School District Article of the School Code. Provides that a local school council shall have and exercise the power and duty to contract with the Chicago Police Department to have police officers or school resource officers on school grounds. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 29 : Mary Gill (D)*, Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar (D), Brad Stephens (R), John Cabello (R), La Shawn Ford (D), Curtis Tarver (D), Katie Stuart (D), Margaret Croke (D), Kelly Burke (D), Michael Kelly (D), Jeff Keicher (R), Bob Morgan (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Dan Didech (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Matt Hanson (D), Fred Crespo (D), Chris Welch (D), Marty Moylan (D), Lance Yednock (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Nick Smith (D), Dave Vella (D), Anthony DeLuca (D), Larry Walsh (D), Harry Benton (D), Omar Williams (D), Patrick Sheehan (R), Dan Ugaste (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 66
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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TN bill #HB1863 • Last Action 05/31/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to the dietitian licensure compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Dietitian Licensure Compact" which facilitates interstate practice of dietetics with the goal of improving public access to dietetics services. The compact preserves the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety through the current system of state licensure, while also providing for licensure portability through a compact privilege granted to qualifying professionals. Key provisions of the bill include establishing the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency composed of member states, to oversee implementation and administration of the compact, as well as setting requirements for obtaining a compact privilege, procedures for adverse actions, and dispute resolution processes.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, enacts the "Dietitian Licensure Compact." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 63 and Title 68.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Jeremy Faison (R)*, Aftyn Behn (D), Bryan Terry (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/29/2024
• Last Action: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 1025
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MA bill #H352 • Last Action 05/30/2024
Relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Occupational Therapist Interstate Licensure Compact, which allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege" if they hold a valid license in their home state. Key provisions include requirements for member states to participate in the compact, the process for obtaining a compact privilege, procedures for adverse actions and disciplinary measures, the establishment of an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to administer the compact, and rules for data sharing and dispute resolution. The bill aims to increase mobility and access to occupational therapy services across state lines.
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Bill Summary: Relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 6 : Jack Lewis (D)*, David Linsky (D), Steve Ultrino (D), Brian Murray (D), Bruce Tarr (R), Joan Lovely (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see H4680
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CT bill #HB05058 • Last Action 05/30/2024
An Act Adopting The Nurse Licensure Compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Enacts the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows nurses to obtain a multistate license that authorizes them to practice nursing in any of the party states under the compact. The compact establishes procedures for obtaining and maintaining a multistate license, authorizes party state licensing boards to take certain actions against a nurse's multistate licensure privilege, and creates the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to administer the compact. The bill requires applicants for a multistate nursing license in Connecticut to undergo a state and national fingerprint-based criminal history records check. It also requires the Commissioner of Public Health to transfer an additional $2 from certain nursing license renewals to the professional assistance program account from October 1, 2025 to January 1, 2028. Finally, the bill establishes a working group to evaluate the implementation of the compact and assess whether Connecticut should remain a party to it, with a report due by January 1, 2027.
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Bill Summary: To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 37 : Mary Welander (D), Heather Somers (R), Jaime Foster (D), Tami Zawistowski (R), Nicole Klarides-Ditria (R), Holly Cheeseman (R), Laura Dancho (R), Rachel Chaleski (R), Christine Conley (D), Lucy Dathan (D), Geraldo Reyes (D), Pat Callahan (R), Rachel Khanna (D), Anthony Nolan (D), Kate Farrar (D), Irene Haines (R), Hilda Santiago (D), Anabel Figueroa (D), Mark Anderson (R), Karen Reddington-Hughes (R), Ryan Fazio (R), Tammy Nuccio (R), Kathleen McCarty (R), Pat Miller (D), Cindy Harrison (R), Marty Foncello (R), Donna Veach (R), Tom Delnicki (R), Robin Comey (D), Rob Sampson (R), Tracy Marra (R), John Kissel (R), Matt Blumenthal (D), Lisa Seminara (R), Paul Cicarella (R), Eric Berthel (R), Jeff Gordon (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 05/17/2024
• Last Action: Signed by the Governor
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OK bill #SB922 • Last Action 05/29/2024
Fish and wildlife; requiring a certain number of tags to be issued to Oklahoma residents. Effective date.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the law to require the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission to issue at least 90% of hunting tags for specific game in the state to Oklahoma residents each year. The bill also updates statutory language and provides an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 922 By: Stephens of the Senate and Cornwell of the House An Act to conditions of fish and wildlife; amending 29 O.S. 2021, Section 5-401, which relates to the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission; requiring a certain number of tags to be issued to Oklahoma residents; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Fish and wildlife
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Cowboy Stephens (R)*, Rusty Cornwell (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/01/2023
• Last Action: Veto override message received
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TN bill #HB2998 • Last Action 05/29/2024
AN ACT to amend Chapter 553 of the Acts of 1903; as amended by Chapter 395 of the Acts of 1905; Chapter 405 of the Acts of 1907; Chapter 468 of the Private Acts of 1917; Chapter 200 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 105 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 460 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 700 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 334 of the Private Acts of 1943; Chapter 252 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 513 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 376 of the Private Acts of 1955; Ch
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, subject to local approval, rewrites the city charter of Tullahoma, Tennessee. It amends the existing city charter by deleting the current chapter and substituting a new comprehensive charter that covers various aspects of the city's governance, including the governing body, municipal authority, officers and employees, finance, taxation and revenue, the city court, and the establishment of the Tullahoma Utilities Authority to operate the city's water, wastewater, telecommunications, and electric utility systems. The bill outlines the powers and structure of the Tullahoma Utilities Authority, including its board of directors, the appointment of a president to manage its operations, and the authority's ability to issue bonds to finance system improvements and operations.
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Bill Summary: Subject to local approval, rewrites the city charter. - Amends Chapter 553 of the Acts of 1903; as amended.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rush Bricken (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 05/29/2024
• Last Action: Pr. Ch. 63
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OK bill #HB2804 • Last Action 05/29/2024
Professions and occupations; Uniform Building Code Commission Act; adding vice-chair duties; powers and duties; training; rules; creating energy payback requirements.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission Act to add duties for the vice-chair, modify the Commission's powers and duties, clarify who can attend the Commission's training, require the Commission to promulgate rules, and create energy payback requirements for any proposed energy building codes or amendments. Specifically, the bill defines the term "payback period" and requires the Commission to not adopt any proposed energy code or amendment for residential single-family or commercial construction that does not have a payback period of 7 or 10 years or less, respectively, unless a payback period does not apply.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to professions and occupations; defining term; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 1000.22, 1000.23, and 1000.24, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 56, O.S.L. 2023 (59 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 1000.24), which relate to the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission Act; adding vice- chair duties; modifying Commission powers and duties; clarifying who may attend training provided by the Commission; requiring the Commission to promulgate rules; creating energy payback requirements; and providing for codification.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lonnie Sims (R)*, Micheal Bergstrom (R)*
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 05/28/2024
• Last Action: 2 CCR read
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SC bill #S0610 • Last Action 05/29/2024
Professional Counseling Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Professional Counseling Compact Act" in South Carolina. The compact facilitates interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to counseling services. It establishes a process for counselors to obtain a "privilege to practice" in other member states, sets requirements for state participation, and creates a commission to administer the compact. The bill also adds a requirement for criminal background checks for professional counselor licensing in South Carolina. This bill aims to increase mobility and coordination among licensed professional counselors across state lines.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Enacting The "professional Counseling Compact Act" By Adding Article 6 To Chapter 75, Title 40 So As To Provide The Purpose, Functions, Operations, And Definitions For The Compact; And By Amending Section 40-75-220, Relating To Professional Counselor Licensure Requirements, So As To Require Certain Criminal Background Checks. - Ratified Title
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• Introduced: 03/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 125th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Ronnie Cromer (R)*, Katrina Shealy (R), Wes Climer (R)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 05/08/2024
• Last Action: Act No. 189
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TN bill #SB2979 • Last Action 05/29/2024
AN ACT to amend Chapter 553 of the Acts of 1903; as amended by Chapter 395 of the Acts of 1905; Chapter 405 of the Acts of 1907; Chapter 468 of the Private Acts of 1917; Chapter 200 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 105 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 460 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 700 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 334 of the Private Acts of 1943; Chapter 252 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 513 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 376 of the Private Acts of 1955; Ch
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, subject to local approval, rewrites the city charter for the City of Tullahoma. The key provisions include: - Defining the city's corporate boundaries and the powers of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, who serve as the city's governing body. - Establishing eligibility requirements for voters and board members, as well as the terms of office and election procedures. - Granting the Board of Mayor and Aldermen broad powers to manage the city's finances, property, and public services, including the ability to levy taxes, issue bonds, and regulate businesses. - Creating the position of City Administrator to oversee the city's administrative functions. - Authorizing the creation of the Tullahoma Utilities Authority to plan, acquire, construct, and operate the city's water, wastewater, telecommunications, and electric utility systems. - Granting the city court and city judge concurrent jurisdiction with general sessions courts over violations of city ordinances and state criminal laws within the city limits. - Providing for the recall of elected officials by voters.
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Bill Summary: Subject to local approval, rewrites the city charter. - Amends Chapter 553 of the Acts of 1903; as amended.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Janice Bowling (R)*, Frank Niceley (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 05/29/2024
• Last Action: Comp. became Pr. Ch. 63
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OK bill #SB696 • Last Action 05/28/2024
Children; modifying various provisions relating to Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth and postadjudication review boards. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies various provisions relating to the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth and postadjudication review boards. It removes and updates definitions, changes the membership and duties of the Commission, modifies the State Plan for Services to Children and Youth, broadens the purpose and allowed expenses of the Children's Endowment Fund, increases the length of review board terms, removes certain duties of the review boards and advisory board, and updates terminology and statutory references throughout. The bill also extends the frequency of requests for proposals for the Oklahoma Mentoring Children of Incarcerated Parents Program and makes other updates to that program. The bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 696 By: Stanley of the Senate and Boatman and Miller of the House An Act relating to children; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 600, which relates to definitions; removing and modifying definitions; modifying statutory reference; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 601.1, which relates to membership of Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth; modifying membership of Commission; clarifying term limitation for certain members; modifying frequency of certain report; requiring membership terms to coincide with fiscal year; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 601.5, which relates to Director of the Commission; modifying certain duty of the Director; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 601.6a, which relates to Office of Planning and Coordination for Services to Children and Youth; removing, modifying, and adding certain duties; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 601.6b, which relates to State Plan for Services to Children and Youth; modifying and eliminating certain requirements relating to State Plan for Services to Children and Youth; extending time period of State Plan; broadening recipients of State Plan; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 601.14, which relates to the Children’s Endowment Fund of Oklahoma; modifying purpose of fund; broadening purpose of Parent Partnership Board; expanding allowed expenses of funds; limiting expenditures of fund; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Sections 1116.2, 1116.3, and 1116.6, which relate to postadjudication review boards; modifying terminology; removing obsolete language; increasing length of review board terms; modifying applicability of certain provisions; eliminating certain duties of review boards and State Postadjudication Review Advisory Board; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 1150.2, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 60, O.S.L. 2023 (10 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 1150.2), which relates to the Child Death Review Board; modifying terminology; amending 10A O.S. 2021, Section 2-10- 102, which relates to the Oklahoma Mentoring Children of Incarcerated Parents Program; modifying frequency of issuance of requests for proposals; updating statutory language; repealing 10 O.S. 2021, Sections 601.9, 601.11, and 601.12, which relate to the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Children
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Brenda Stanley (R)*, Jeff Boatman (R)*, Nicole Miller (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 05/22/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/28/2024
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MN bill #SF5335 • Last Action 05/24/2024
Omnibus Human Services supplemental appropriations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several changes to the state's human services programs and policies: This bill establishes the Direct Care and Treatment executive board to oversee the state's regional treatment centers and other state-operated services. The board would have authority over administration and management of these facilities, with the chief executive officer reporting to the board. The bill transfers duties from the Department of Human Services to the new Direct Care and Treatment agency over time. The bill makes changes to various human services programs, including: - Expanding the caregiver respite services grant program and increasing funding for caregiver support services - Creating an elderly waiver budget and rate exception process for high-need participants - Requiring recovery community organizations to meet certain criteria to be eligible vendors of peer recovery support services - Establishing a medical assistance reentry demonstration program to provide services for incarcerated individuals prior to release - Providing funding for various grants and pilot programs related to disability services, mental health, substance use disorder treatment, homelessness, and other areas The bill also creates a human services response contingency account to allow the Commissioner of Human Services to quickly respond to emerging needs, and makes a number of other policy and administrative changes. Overall, the bill aims to reform and expand the state's human services system to better meet the needs of vulnerable populations across Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying provisions governing disability services, aging services, substance use disorder services, and priority admissions and civil commitment; establishing the Direct Care and Treatment executive board, the human services response contingency account, the Homelessness and Housing Support Office, task forces, and working groups; requiring studies and reports; providing for rulemaking; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.46, subdivisions 1, as amended, 10, as amended; 144G.41, subdivision 1, by adding subdivisions; 144G.63, subdivisions 1, 4; 144G.64; 145.61, subdivision 5; 151.065, subdivision 7; 245.821, subdivision 1; 245.825, subdivision 1; 245A.11, subdivision 2a; 245I.23, subdivision 19a; 246.018, subdivision 3, as amended; 246.129, as amended; 246.13, subdivision 2, as amended; 246.234, as amended; 246.36, as amended; 246.511, as amended; 252.27, subdivision 2b; 252.282, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 254B.01, by adding subdivisions; 256.88; 256.89; 256.90; 256.91; 256.92; 256.9755, subdivisions 2, 3; 256B.02, subdivision 11; 256B.076, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0911, subdivisions 12, 17, 20; 256B.0913, subdivision 5a; 256B.0924, subdivision 3; 256B.434, by adding a subdivision; 256B.49, subdivision 16, by adding a subdivision; 256B.4911, by adding subdivisions; 256B.4912, subdivision 1; 256B.69, subdivision 4; 256B.77, subdivision 7a; 256S.07, subdivision 1; 256S.205, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 447.42, subdivision 1; 604A.04, subdivision 3; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 10.65, subdivision 2; 13.46, subdivision 2, as amended; 15.01; 15.06, subdivision 1, as amended; 15A.0815, subdivision 2; 15A.082, subdivisions 1, 3, 7; 43A.08, subdivisions 1, 1a; 245.91, subdivision 4; 245A.03, subdivision 7, as amended; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 245I.04, subdivision 19; 246.54, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 246C.01; 246C.02, as amended; 246C.04, as amended; 246C.05, as amended; 253B.10, subdivision 1, as amended; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 5, as amended; 254B.19, subdivision 1; 256.043, subdivision 3; 256.4764, subdivision 3; 256.9756, subdivisions 1, 2; 256B.0622, subdivision 8; 256B.0911, subdivision 13; 256B.0913, subdivision 5, as amended; 256B.092, subdivision 1a; 256B.0949, subdivision 15; 256B.49, subdivision 13; 256B.766; 256R.55; 270B.14, subdivision 1; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 13, section 68; article 17, section 19, as amended; Laws 2023, chapter 53, article 21, sections 6; 7; Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 1, sections 60, subdivisions 1, 2; 67, subdivision 3; article 4, section 11; article 8, sections 1; 2; 3; 8; article 9, section 2, subdivisions 5, 14, 16, as amended, 18; Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 20, section 2, subdivision 29; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 1, sections 18; 23; 24; 25, subdivision 3; article 10, 1 SF5335 REVISOR DTT S5335-4 4th Engrossment sections 1; 6; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 144G; 246C; 254B; 256; 256B; 256S; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 246.41; 252.27, subdivisions 1a, 2, 3, 4a, 5, 6; 253C.01; 256.043, subdivision 4; 256B.0916, subdivision 10; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 246C.03; 252.27, subdivision 2a; Laws 2023, chapter 25, section 190, subdivision 10; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 4, section 1, subdivision 3.
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• Introduced: 04/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : John Hoffman (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 16 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 05/20/2024
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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MN bill #SF4942 • Last Action 05/24/2024
Omnibus Agriculture, Commerce, Energy, Utilities, Environment and Climate supplemental appropriations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes the following key changes: This bill establishes the "Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act" to provide the Public Utilities Commission with the authority to permit the siting and routing of large energy infrastructure facilities, including high-voltage transmission lines, large electric power generating plants, energy storage systems, and large wind energy conversion systems. The bill outlines the application and review process for these facilities, including requirements for environmental review, public participation, and the Commission's consideration of factors like environmental impacts, land use conflicts, and electrical system reliability. The bill also includes provisions for permit amendments, revocations, and transfers. The bill makes conforming changes to related statutes and rules. Overall, the bill aims to provide a comprehensive and streamlined permitting process for large energy infrastructure projects in Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; amending agriculture policy provisions; establishing and modifying agriculture programs; providing broadband appropriation transfer authority; requiring an application for federal broadband aid; establishing a supplemental budget for energy, transmission, and renewable energy purposes; adding and modifying provisions governing geothermal energy, solar energy, and other energy policy; establishing the Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act; authorizing administrative rulemaking; making technical changes; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.7371, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 17.116, subdivision 2; 17.133, subdivision 1; 18B.01, by adding a subdivision; 18B.26, subdivision 6; 18B.28, by adding a subdivision; 18B.305, subdivision 2; 18B.32, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5; 18B.33, subdivisions 1, 5, 6; 18B.34, subdivisions 1, 4; 18B.35, subdivision 1; 18B.36, subdivisions 1, 2; 18B.37, subdivisions 2, 3; 18C.005, subdivision 33, by adding a subdivision; 18C.115, subdivision 2; 18C.215, subdivision 1; 18C.221; 18C.70, subdivisions 1, 5; 18C.71, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, by adding a subdivision; 18C.80, subdivision 2; 18D.301, subdivision 1; 28A.10; 28A.151, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 28A.21, subdivision 6; 31.74; 31.94; 32D.30; 41B.039, subdivision 2; 41B.04, subdivision 8; 41B.042, subdivision 4; 41B.043, subdivision 1b; 41B.045, subdivision 2; 41B.047, subdivision 1; 103I.621, subdivisions 1, 2; 116C.83, subdivision 6; 116J.396, by adding a subdivision; 216A.037, subdivision 1; 216A.07, subdivision 3; 216B.098, by adding a subdivision; 216B.16, subdivisions 6c, 8; 216B.2402, subdivisions 4, 10, by adding a subdivision; 216B.2403, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, 8; 216B.241, subdivisions 1c, 2, 11, 12; 216B.2421, subdivision 2; 216B.2425, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 216B.2427, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 216B.243, subdivisions 3, 3a, 4, 9; 216B.246, subdivision 3; 216C.10; 216C.435, subdivisions 3a, 3b, 4, 10, by adding subdivisions; 216C.436, subdivisions 1, 4, 7, 8, 10; 216E.08, subdivision 2; 216E.11; 216E.13; 216E.14; 216E.15; 216E.16; 216E.18, subdivision 2a; 232.21, subdivisions 3, 7, 11, 12, 13; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 10.65, subdivision 2; 17.055, subdivision 3; 17.133, subdivision 3; 17.134, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 17.710; 18C.425, subdivision 6; 18K.06; 116C.779, subdivision 1; 116C.7792; 216B.243, subdivision 8; 216C.08; 216C.09; 216C.331, subdivision 1; 216C.435, subdivision 8; 216C.436, subdivisions 1b, 2; 216E.06; 216E.07; 216E.10, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; Laws 2023, chapter 43, article 1, sections 2; 4; article 2, section 142, subdivision 9; Laws 2023, chapter 60, article 10, section 2, subdivision 2; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 216C; 216G; 346; proposing coding for new law as 1 SF4942 REVISOR RSI S4942-4 4th Engrossment Minnesota Statutes, chapter 216I; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.7371, subdivision 7; 34.07; 216E.001; 216E.01, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10; 216E.02; 216E.021; 216E.03, subdivisions 2, 3a, 3b, 4, 9; 216E.04, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 216E.05, subdivisions 1, 3; 216E.08, subdivisions 1, 4; 216E.18, subdivisions 1, 2; 216F.01; 216F.011; 216F.012; 216F.015; 216F.02; 216F.03; 216F.05; 216F.06; 216F.07; 216F.08; 216F.081; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 216E.01, subdivisions 3a, 6, 9a; 216E.03, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11; 216E.04, subdivision 2; 216E.05, subdivision 2; 216F.04; Minnesota Rules, parts 1506.0010; 1506.0015; 1506.0020; 1506.0025; 1506.0030; 1506.0035; 1506.0040; 7850.1000; 7850.1100; 7850.1200; 7850.1300; 7850.1400; 7850.1500; 7850.1600; 7850.1700; 7850.1800; 7850.1900; 7850.2000; 7850.2100; 7850.2200; 7850.2300; 7850.2400; 7850.2500; 7850.2600; 7850.2700; 7850.2800; 7850.2900; 7850.3000; 7850.3100; 7850.3200; 7850.3300; 7850.3400; 7850.3500; 7850.3600; 7850.3700; 7850.3800; 7850.3900; 7850.4100; 7850.4200; 7850.4500; 7850.4600; 7850.4700; 7850.4800; 7850.4900; 7850.5000; 7850.5100; 7850.5200; 7850.5300; 7850.5400; 7850.5500; 7850.5600; 7854.0100; 7854.0200; 7854.0300; 7854.0400; 7854.0500; 7854.0600; 7854.0700; 7854.0800; 7854.0900; 7854.1000; 7854.1100; 7854.1200; 7854.1300; 7854.1400; 7854.1500.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Nick Frentz (D)*, Aric Putnam (D), Matt Klein (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 32 • Actions: 60
• Last Amended: 05/20/2024
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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MN bill #HF5247 • Last Action 05/24/2024
Taxation and state government operations; various provisions modified, and money appropriated.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one paragraph summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill makes various modifications to state tax provisions, including changes to trunk highway bonds, transportation policy, combative sports regulations, construction codes and licensing, the Bureau of Mediation Services, the Public Employee Labor Relations Act, employee misclassification prohibitions, earned sick and safe time requirements, collective bargaining for University of Minnesota employees, broadband and pipeline safety regulations, housing policies and programs, and transportation network companies. The bill also includes appropriations for the Department of Health, Department of Employment and Economic Development, Public Utilities Commission, Department of Revenue, Attorney General's Office, Housing Finance Agency, Department of Labor and Industry, Supreme Court, and Legislative Coordinating Commission related to these provisions.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the operation and financing of state government; modifying trunk highway bonds, transportation policy, combative sports, construction codes and licensing, the Bureau of Mediation Services, the Public Employee Labor Relations Act, employee misclassification, earned sick and safe time, University of Minnesota collective bargaining, broadband and pipeline safety, housing policy, and transportation network companies; expediting rental assistance; establishing registration for transfer care specialists; establishing licensure for behavior analysts; establishing licensure for veterinary technicians and a veterinary institutional license; modifying provisions of veterinary supervision; modifying specialty dentist licensure and dental assistant licensure by credentials; removing additional collaboration requirements for physician assistants to provide certain psychiatric treatment; modifying social worker provisional licensure; establishing guest licensure for marriage and family therapists; modifying pharmacy provisions for certain reporting requirements and change of ownership or relocation; modifying higher education policy provisions; amending the definition of trigger activator; increasing penalties for transferring firearms to certain persons who are ineligible to possess firearms; amending agriculture policy provisions; establishing and modifying agriculture programs; providing broadband appropriation transfer authority; requiring an application for federal broadband aid; adding and modifying provisions governing energy policy; establishing the Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act; modifying provisions related to disability services, aging services, substance use disorder treatment services, priority admissions to state-operated programs and civil commitment, and Direct Care and Treatment; modifying provisions related to licensing of assisted living facilities; modifying provisions governing the Department of Human Services, human services health care policy, health care finance, and licensing policy; modifying provisions governing the Department of Health, health policy, health insurance, and health care; modifying provisions governing pharmacy practice and behavioral health; establishing an Office of Emergency Medical Services and making conforming changes; modifying individual income taxes, minerals taxes, tax-forfeited property, and miscellaneous tax provisions; modifying state employee compensation; modifying paid leave provisions; imposing penalties; authorizing administrative rulemaking; making technical changes; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.7371, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 13.46, subdivisions 1, as amended, 10, as amended; 13.6905, by adding a subdivision; 13.824, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 16A.055, subdivision 1a, by adding a subdivision; 17.116, subdivision 2; 17.133, subdivision 1 HF5247 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR EAP H5247-4 1; 18B.01, by adding a subdivision; 18B.26, subdivision 6; 18B.28, by adding a subdivision; 18B.305, subdivision 2; 18B.32, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5; 18B.33, subdivisions 1, 5, 6; 18B.34, subdivisions 1, 4; 18B.35, subdivision 1; 18B.36, subdivisions 1, 2; 18B.37, subdivisions 2, 3; 18C.005, subdivision 33, by adding a subdivision; 18C.115, subdivision 2; 18C.215, subdivision 1; 18C.221; 18C.70, subdivisions 1, 5; 18C.71, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, by adding a subdivision; 18C.80, subdivision 2; 18D.301, subdivision 1; 28A.10; 28A.151, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 28A.21, subdivision 6; 31.74; 31.94; 32D.30; 41B.039, subdivision 2; 41B.04, subdivision 8; 41B.042, subdivision 4; 41B.043, subdivision 1b; 41B.045, subdivision 2; 41B.047, subdivision 1; 43A.05, subdivision 3; 43A.18, subdivisions 2, 3, 9; 43A.24, by adding a subdivision; 62A.0411; 62A.15, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 62A.28, subdivision 2; 62D.02, subdivision 7; 62D.04, subdivision 5; 62D.12, subdivision 19; 62D.14, subdivision 1; 62D.20, subdivision 1; 62D.22, subdivision 5, by adding a subdivision; 62J.49, subdivision 1; 62J.61, subdivision 5; 62M.01, subdivision 3; 62M.02, subdivisions 1a, 5, 11, 12, 21, by adding a subdivision; 62M.04, subdivision 1; 62M.05, subdivision 3a; 62M.07, subdivisions 2, 4, by adding a subdivision; 62M.10, subdivisions 7, 8; 62M.17, subdivision 2; 62Q.097, by adding a subdivision; 62Q.14; 62Q.19, subdivisions 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 62Q.73, subdivision 2; 62V.05, subdivision 12; 62V.08; 62V.11, subdivision 4; 65B.472; 103I.621, subdivisions 1, 2; 116C.83, subdivision 6; 116J.395, subdivision 6, by adding subdivisions; 116J.396, by adding a subdivision; 116J.871, subdivision 4; 123B.53, subdivision 1; 134A.09, subdivision 2a; 134A.10, subdivision 3; 135A.15, as amended; 136A.091, subdivision 3; 136A.1241, subdivision 3; 136A.1701, subdivisions 4, 7; 136A.29, subdivision 9; 136A.62, by adding subdivisions; 136A.63, subdivision 1; 136A.646; 136A.65, subdivision 4; 136A.675, subdivision 2; 136A.69, subdivision 1; 136A.821, subdivision 5, by adding a subdivision; 136A.822, subdivisions 1, 2, 6, 7, 8; 136A.824, subdivisions 1, 2; 136A.828, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 136A.829, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 144.05, subdivisions 6, 7, by adding a subdivision; 144.0572, subdivision 1; 144.058; 144.0724, subdivisions 2, 3a, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11; 144.1464, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 144.1501, subdivision 5; 144.1911, subdivision 2; 144.212, by adding a subdivision; 144.216, subdivision 2, by adding subdivisions; 144.218, by adding a subdivision; 144.292, subdivision 6; 144.293, subdivisions 2, 4, 9, 10; 144.493, by adding a subdivision; 144.494, subdivision 2; 144.551, subdivision 1; 144.555, subdivisions 1a, 1b, 2, by adding subdivisions; 144.605, by adding a subdivision; 144.7067, subdivision 2; 144.99, subdivision 3; 144A.10, subdivisions 15, 16; 144A.471, by adding a subdivision; 144A.474, subdivision 13; 144A.61, subdivision 3a; 144A.70, subdivisions 3, 5, 6, 7; 144A.71, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 144A.72, subdivision 1; 144A.73; 144E.001, subdivision 3a, by adding subdivisions; 144E.101, by adding a subdivision; 144E.16, subdivisions 5, 7; 144E.19, subdivision 3; 144E.27, subdivisions 3, 5, 6; 144E.28, subdivisions 3, 5, 6, 8; 144E.285, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 6, by adding subdivisions; 144E.287; 144E.305, subdivision 3; 144G.08, subdivision 29; 144G.10, by adding a subdivision; 144G.16, subdivision 6; 144G.41, subdivision 1, by adding subdivisions; 144G.63, subdivisions 1, 4; 144G.64; 145.61, subdivision 5; 146B.03, subdivision 7a; 146B.10, subdivisions 1, 3; 148.511; 148.512, subdivision 17a; 148.513, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 148.514, subdivision 2; 148.515, subdivision 1; 148.518; 148.519, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 148.5191, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 148.5192, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 148.5193, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 148.5194, subdivision 8, by adding a subdivision; 148.5195, subdivisions 5, 6; 148.5196, subdivision 3; 148D.061, subdivisions 1, 8; 148D.062, subdivisions 3, 4; 148D.063, subdivisions 1, 2; 148E.055, by adding subdivisions; 149A.01, subdivision 3; 149A.02, subdivisions 3, 3b, 13a, 16, 23, 26a, 27, 35, 37c, by adding subdivisions; 149A.03; 149A.09; 149A.11; 149A.60; 149A.61, subdivisions 4, 5; 149A.62; 149A.63; 149A.65; 149A.70, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7; 149A.71, subdivisions 2, 4; 149A.72, subdivisions 3, 9; 149A.73, subdivision 1; 149A.74, subdivision 1; 149A.90, 2 HF5247 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR EAP H5247-4 subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 149A.93, subdivision 3; 149A.94, subdivisions 1, 3, 4; 149A.97, subdivision 2; 150A.06, subdivisions 1c, 8; 151.01, subdivisions 23, 27; 151.065, subdivision 7, by adding subdivisions; 151.066, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 151.212, by adding a subdivision; 151.37, by adding a subdivision; 151.74, subdivision 6; 156.001, by adding subdivisions; 156.07; 156.12, subdivisions 2, 4; 161.089; 161.14, by adding a subdivision; 161.3203, subdivision 4; 161.45, by adding subdivisions; 161.46, subdivision 1; 162.02, by adding a subdivision; 162.081, subdivision 4; 162.09, by adding a subdivision; 162.145, subdivision 5; 168.09, subdivision 7; 168.092; 168.127; 168.301, subdivision 3; 168.33, by adding a subdivision; 168A.10, subdivision 2; 168A.11, subdivisions 1, 2; 168B.035, subdivision 3; 169.011, by adding subdivisions; 169.04; 169.06, by adding subdivisions; 169.14, subdivision 10, by adding subdivisions; 169.18, by adding a subdivision; 169.21, subdivision 6; 169.222, subdivisions 2, 6a, 6b; 169.346, subdivision 2; 169.974, subdivision 5; 169.99, subdivision 1; 171.01, by adding subdivisions; 171.06, subdivision 3b; 171.061, by adding a subdivision; 171.12, by adding a subdivision; 171.13, subdivision 9; 171.16, subdivision 3; 174.02, by adding a subdivision; 174.185, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 174.40, subdivision 3; 174.75, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 177.27, subdivision 3; 179A.041, subdivision 2; 179A.09, by adding subdivisions; 179A.11, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 179A.12, subdivision 5; 179A.13, subdivisions 1, 2; 179A.40, subdivision 1; 179A.54, subdivision 5; 181.171, subdivision 1; 181.722; 181.723; 181.960, subdivision 3; 214.025; 214.04, subdivision 2a; 214.29; 214.31; 214.355; 216A.037, subdivision 1; 216A.07, subdivision 3; 216B.098, by adding a subdivision; 216B.16, subdivisions 6c, 8; 216B.17, by adding a subdivision; 216B.2402, subdivisions 4, 10, by adding a subdivision; 216B.2403, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, 8; 216B.241, subdivisions 1c, 2, 11, 12; 216B.2421, subdivision 2; 216B.2425, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 216B.2427, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 216B.243, subdivisions 3, 3a, 4, 9; 216B.246, subdivision 3; 216C.10; 216C.435, subdivisions 3a, 3b, 4, 10, by adding subdivisions; 216C.436, subdivisions 1, 4, 7, 8, 10; 216E.02, subdivision 1; 216E.08, subdivision 2; 216E.11; 216E.13; 216E.14; 216E.15; 216E.16; 216E.18, subdivision 2a; 221.0255, subdivisions 4, 9, by adding a subdivision; 232.21, subdivisions 3, 7, 11, 12, 13; 245.462, subdivision 6; 245.4663, subdivision 2; 245.821, subdivision 1; 245.825, subdivision 1; 245A.043, subdivisions 2, 4, by adding subdivisions; 245A.07, subdivision 6; 245A.11, subdivision 2a; 245C.05, subdivision 5; 245C.10, subdivision 18; 245C.14, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 245C.15, subdivisions 3, 4; 245C.22, subdivision 4; 245C.24, subdivisions 2, 5; 245C.30, by adding a subdivision; 245F.09, subdivision 2; 245F.14, by adding a subdivision; 245F.17; 245G.07, subdivision 4; 245G.08, subdivisions 5, 6; 245G.10, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivisions 6, 7; 245I.02, subdivisions 17, 19; 245I.04, subdivision 6; 245I.10, subdivision 9; 245I.11, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 245I.20, subdivision 4; 245I.23, subdivisions 14, 19a; 246.018, subdivision 3, as amended; 246.129, as amended; 246.13, subdivision 2, as amended; 246.234, as amended; 246.36, as amended; 246.511, as amended; 252.27, subdivision 2b; 252.282, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 254B.01, by adding subdivisions; 256.01, subdivision 41, by adding a subdivision; 256.88; 256.89; 256.90; 256.91; 256.92; 256.9657, subdivision 8, by adding a subdivision; 256.969, by adding subdivisions; 256.9755, subdivisions 2, 3; 256B.02, subdivision 11; 256B.035; 256B.056, subdivisions 1a, 10; 256B.0622, subdivisions 2a, 3a, 7a, 7d; 256B.0623, subdivision 5; 256B.0625, subdivisions 10, 12, 32, 39, by adding subdivisions; 256B.0757, subdivisions 4a, 4d; 256B.076, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0911, subdivisions 12, 17, 20; 256B.0913, subdivision 5a; 256B.0924, subdivision 3; 256B.0943, subdivisions 3, 12; 256B.0947, subdivision 5; 256B.434, by adding a subdivision; 256B.49, subdivision 16, by adding a subdivision; 256B.4911, by adding subdivisions; 256B.4912, subdivision 1; 256B.69, subdivisions 2, 4; 256B.76, subdivision 6; 256B.77, subdivision 7a; 256B.795; 256I.04, subdivision 2f; 256K.45, subdivision 2; 256L.12, subdivision 7; 256R.02, subdivision 20; 256S.07, 3 HF5247 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR EAP H5247-4 subdivision 1; 256S.205, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 259.52, subdivisions 2, 4; 260E.33, subdivision 2, as amended; 270B.14, subdivision 17, by adding a subdivision; 270C.21; 273.135, subdivision 2; 275.065, by adding a subdivision; 276.04, by adding a subdivision; 276A.01, subdivision 17; 276A.06, subdivision 8; 279.06, subdivision 1; 281.23, subdivision 2; 282.01, subdivision 6; 282.241, subdivision 1; 282.301; 289A.08, subdivision 1; 297A.815, subdivision 3; 297F.01, subdivisions 10b, 19; 298.17; 298.2215, subdivision 1; 298.28, subdivision 8; 298.282, subdivision 1; 298.292, subdivision 2; 299E.01, subdivision 2; 317A.811, subdivision 1; 326B.081, subdivisions 3, 6, 8; 326B.082, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, by adding a subdivision; 326B.701; 326B.89, subdivision 5; 341.28, by adding a subdivision; 341.29; 383B.145, subdivision 5; 430.01, subdivision 2; 430.011, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 430.023; 430.031, subdivision 1; 430.13; 447.42, subdivision 1; 462A.02, subdivision 10; 462A.05, subdivisions 14a, 14b, 15, 15b, 21, 23; 462A.07, by adding subdivisions; 462A.21, subdivision 7; 462A.35, subdivision 2; 462A.37, by adding a subdivision; 462A.40, subdivisions 2, 3; 473.13, by adding a subdivision; 473.3927; 473.452; 480.15, by adding a subdivision; 524.3-801, as amended; 604A.04, subdivision 3; 624.7141; 626.892, subdivision 10; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 3.855, subdivisions 2, 3, 6; 10.65, subdivision 2; 13.43, subdivision 6; 13.46, subdivision 2, as amended; 15.01; 15.06, subdivision 1, as amended; 15A.0815, subdivision 2; 15A.082, subdivisions 1, 3, 7; 17.055, subdivision 3; 17.133, subdivision 3; 17.134, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 17.710; 18C.425, subdivision 6; 18K.06; 43A.08, subdivisions 1, 1a; 62J.84, subdivision 10; 62Q.46, subdivision 1; 62Q.473, by adding subdivisions; 82.75, subdivision 8; 116C.779, subdivision 1; 116C.7792; 116J.871, subdivisions 1, as amended, 2; 123B.935, subdivision 1; 135A.121, subdivision 2; 135A.161, by adding a subdivision; 135A.162, subdivision 2; 136A.1241, subdivision 5; 136A.1465, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; 136A.62, subdivision 3; 136A.833, subdivision 2; 136F.38, subdivision 3; 142A.03, by adding a subdivision; 144.0526, subdivision 1; 144.1501, subdivision 2; 144.1505, subdivision 2; 144.651, subdivision 10a; 144A.4791, subdivision 10; 144E.101, subdivisions 6, 7, as amended; 145.561, subdivision 4; 145D.01, subdivision 1; 148.5195, subdivision 3; 148.5196, subdivision 1; 148B.392, subdivision 2; 151.555, subdivisions 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12; 151.74, subdivision 3; 152.126, subdivision 6; 161.178; 161.46, subdivision 2; 162.146, by adding a subdivision; 168.1259; 168.29; 169.011, subdivision 27; 169.223, subdivision 4; 171.06, subdivision 3; 171.0705, subdivision 2; 171.301, subdivisions 3, 6; 174.49, subdivision 6; 174.634, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 177.27, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 7; 177.50, by adding subdivisions; 179A.03, subdivisions 14, 18; 179A.041, subdivision 10; 179A.06, subdivision 6; 179A.07, subdivisions 8, 9; 179A.10, subdivision 2; 179A.12, subdivisions 2a, 6, 11; 181.032; 181.9445, subdivisions 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 181.9446; 181.9447, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, 10, 11, by adding a subdivision; 181.9448, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 216B.243, subdivision 8; 216C.08; 216C.09; 216C.331, subdivision 1; 216C.435, subdivision 8; 216C.436, subdivisions 1b, 2; 216E.06; 216E.07; 216E.10, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 219.015, subdivision 2; 245.4889, subdivision 1; 245.735, subdivision 3; 245.91, subdivision 4; 245.991, subdivision 1; 245A.03, subdivisions 2, as amended, 7, as amended; 245A.043, subdivision 3; 245A.07, subdivision 1, as amended; 245A.11, subdivision 7; 245A.16, subdivision 1, as amended; 245A.211, subdivision 4; 245A.242, subdivision 2; 245C.02, subdivision 13e; 245C.031, subdivision 4; 245C.08, subdivision 1; 245C.15, subdivisions 2, 4a; 245C.31, subdivision 1; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 245G.22, subdivisions 2, 17; 245I.04, subdivision 19; 246.54, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 246C.01; 246C.02, as amended; 246C.04, as amended; 246C.05, as amended; 253B.10, subdivision 1, as amended; 254B.04, subdivision 1a; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 5, as amended; 254B.19, subdivision 1; 256.043, subdivision 3; 256.0471, subdivision 1, as amended; 256.4764, subdivision 3; 256.9631; 256.969, subdivision 2b; 256.9756, subdivisions 1, 2; 256B.0622, subdivisions 7b, 8; 256B.0625, subdivisions 3a, 5m, 9, 13e, as amended, 13f, 13k, 16; 256B.064, subdivision 4; 256B.0671, subdivisions 3, 5; 256B.0701, subdivision 4 HF5247 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR EAP H5247-4 6; 256B.0911, subdivision 13; 256B.0913, subdivision 5, as amended; 256B.092, subdivision 1a; 256B.0947, subdivision 7; 256B.0949, subdivision 15; 256B.49, subdivision 13; 256B.764; 256B.766; 256D.01, subdivision 1a; 256I.05, subdivisions 1a, 11; 256L.03, subdivision 1; 256L.04, subdivision 10; 256R.55; 260.761, by adding a subdivision; 268B.01, subdivisions 3, 5, 8, 15, 23, 44, by adding subdivisions; 268B.04; 268B.06, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 268B.07, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 268B.085, subdivision 3; 268B.09, subdivisions 1, 6, 7; 268B.10, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 6, 12, 16, 17, by adding subdivisions; 268B.14, subdivisions 3, 7, by adding subdivisions; 268B.15, subdivision 7; 268B.155, subdivision 2; 268B.185, subdivision 2; 268B.19; 268B.26; 268B.27, subdivision 2; 268B.29; 270B.14, subdivision 1; 290.0661, subdivisions 4, 8, by adding a subdivision; 297A.993, subdivision 2a; 298.018, subdivision 1; 298.28, subdivisions 7a, 16; 299A.642, subdivision 15; 326B.106, subdivision 1; 341.25; 341.28, subdivision 5; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.321; 341.33, by adding a subdivision; 341.355; 357.021, subdivision 6; 462A.05, subdivisions 14, 45; 462A.22, subdivision 1; 462A.37, subdivisions 2, 5; 462A.38, subdivision 2; 462A.39, subdivision 2; 462A.395; 473.145; 473.3999; 473.4051, by adding a subdivision; 473.412, subdivisions 2, 3; 473.4465, subdivision 4; 477A.35, subdivisions 2, 4, 5, 6, by adding a subdivision; 477A.36, subdivisions 1, as amended, 4, 5, 6, as amended, by adding a subdivision; 609.67, subdivision 1; Laws 2020, chapter 73, section 8; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 5, article 1, section 2, subdivision 2; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 13, section 68; article 17, section 19, as amended; Laws 2022, chapter 42, section 2; Laws 2023, chapter 22, section 4, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 37, article 1, section 2, subdivisions 2, 5, 18, 25, 29, 32; article 2, sections 6, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 5, by adding subdivisions; 12, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 41, article 1, sections 2, subdivisions 35, 36, 49, as amended; 4, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 43, article 1, sections 2; 4; article 2, section 142, subdivision 9; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 19, section 120; Laws 2023, chapter 53, article 14, section 1; article 19, sections 2, subdivisions 1, 3, 5; 4; article 21, sections 6; 7; Laws 2023, chapter 57, article 1, section 6; Laws 2023, chapter 60, article 10, section 2, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 1, sections 60, subdivisions 1, 2; 67, subdivision 3; article 4, section 11; article 8, sections 1; 2; 3; 8; article 9, section 2, subdivisions 5, 14, 16, as amended, 18; Laws 2023, chapter 68, article 1, sections 3, subdivision 2; 4, subdivision 3; 20; article 4, sections 108; 126; Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 1, section 35; article 20, sections 2, subdivisions 5, 29, 31; 3, subdivision 2; 12, as amended; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 1, sections 18; 23; 24; 25, subdivision 3; article 10, sections 1; 6; Laws 2024, chapter 80, article 2, sections 6, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 10, subdivision 1; Laws 2024, chapter 113, section 1, subdivision 2; 2024 H.F. No. 5237, article 22, section 2, subdivisions 4, if enacted, 5, if enacted; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 16A; 16B; 62A; 62C; 62D; 62J; 62M; 62Q; 135A; 136A; 137; 144; 144A; 144E; 144G; 145D; 148; 148B; 148E; 149A; 150A; 151; 156; 161; 168; 169; 181; 214; 216C; 216G; 219; 245C; 246C; 254B; 256; 256B; 256S; 268B; 282; 325F; 326B; 341; 346; 430; 462A; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapters 181C; 216I; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.7371, subdivision 7; 34.07; 62A.041, subdivision 3; 135A.16; 144.218, subdivision 3; 144.497; 144E.001, subdivision 5; 144E.01; 144E.123, subdivision 5; 144E.27, subdivisions 1, 1a; 144E.50, subdivision 3; 147A.09, subdivision 5; 148D.061, subdivision 9; 151.74, subdivision 16; 156.12, subdivision 6; 168.1297; 179.81; 179.82; 179.83, subdivision 1; 179.84, subdivision 1; 179.85; 216E.001; 216E.01, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10; 216E.02; 216E.021; 216E.03, subdivisions 2, 3a, 3b, 4, 9; 216E.04, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 216E.05, subdivisions 1, 3; 216E.08, subdivisions 1, 4; 216E.18, subdivisions 1, 2; 216F.01; 216F.011; 216F.012; 216F.015; 216F.02; 216F.03; 216F.05; 216F.06; 216F.07; 216F.08; 216F.081; 245C.125; 246.41; 252.27, subdivisions 1a, 2, 3, 4a, 5, 6; 253C.01; 256.043, subdivision 4; 256B.0916, subdivision 10; 256B.79, subdivision 6; 256D.19, subdivisions 1, 2; 256D.20, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 5 HF5247 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR EAP H5247-4 256D.23, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 256R.02, subdivision 46; 462A.209, subdivision 8; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 3.855, subdivision 5; 62J.312, subdivision 6; 62Q.522, subdivisions 3, 4; 135A.162, subdivision 7; 216E.01, subdivisions 3a, 6, 9a; 216E.03, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11; 216E.04, subdivision 2; 216E.05, subdivision 2; 216F.04; 245C.08, subdivision 2; 246C.03; 252.27, subdivision 2a; 268B.06, subdivision 7; 268B.08; 268B.10, subdivision 11; 268B.14, subdivision 5; 477A.35, subdivision 1; Laws 2023, chapter 25, section 190, subdivision 10; Laws 2023, chapter 37, article 2, section 13; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 4, section 1, subdivision 3; Laws 2024, chapter 80, article 2, section 6, subdivision 4; Minnesota Rules, parts 1506.0010; 1506.0015; 1506.0020; 1506.0025; 1506.0030; 1506.0035; 1506.0040; 5520.0100; 5520.0110; 5520.0120, subparts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; 5520.0200; 5520.0250, subparts 1, 2, 4; 5520.0300; 5520.0500, subparts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; 5520.0520; 5520.0540; 5520.0560; 5520.0600; 5520.0620; 5520.0700; 5520.0710; 5520.0800; 7850.1000; 7850.1100; 7850.1200; 7850.1300; 7850.1400; 7850.1500; 7850.1600; 7850.1700; 7850.1800; 7850.1900; 7850.2000; 7850.2100; 7850.2200; 7850.2300; 7850.2400; 7850.2500; 7850.2600; 7850.2700; 7850.2800; 7850.2900; 7850.3000; 7850.3100; 7850.3200; 7850.3300; 7850.3400; 7850.3500; 7850.3600; 7850.3700; 7850.3800; 7850.3900; 7850.4100; 7850.4200; 7850.4500; 7850.4600; 7850.4700; 7850.4800; 7850.4900; 7850.5000; 7850.5100; 7850.5200; 7850.5300; 7850.5400; 7850.5500; 7850.5600; 7854.0100; 7854.0200; 7854.0300; 7854.0400; 7854.0500; 7854.0600; 7854.0700; 7854.0800; 7854.0900; 7854.1000; 7854.1100; 7854.1200; 7854.1300; 7854.1400; 7854.1500.
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• Introduced: 04/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Aisha Gomez (D)*, Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 20 • Actions: 62
• Last Amended: 05/20/2024
• Last Action: Secretary of State Chapter 127
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MN bill #HF5216 • Last Action 05/24/2024
Judiciary, public safety, and corrections supplemental budget bill.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a number of changes across various areas of public safety, criminal justice, and corrections in Minnesota. The key provisions are: Judiciary, Public Safety, and Corrections Funding and Policy: - Provides supplemental appropriations for the judiciary, public safety, and corrections, including funding for courthouse safety and security improvements, court cybersecurity, forensic examiner services, court interpreters, and increased costs for jury programs. - Establishes a restitution grant program under the Office of Restorative Practices to reimburse victims for economic losses resulting from juvenile offenses, juvenile petty offenses, and major traffic offenses committed by juveniles. - Creates a Task Force on Holistic and Effective Responses to Illicit Drug Use and a Task Force on Domestic Violence and Firearm Surrender. - Authorizes Anoka County to build a jail and criminal justice center in any city within the county. Law Enforcement Provisions: - Limits questioning by peace officers during traffic stops and prohibits the odor of cannabis alone from serving as the basis for a search. - Establishes requirements for the licensing and regulation of railroad police officers. Collateral Consequences, Public Defense, and Other Criminal Justice Policies: - Requires the identification and publication of collateral consequences in Minnesota laws. - Makes changes to the structure, membership, and duties of the State Board of Public Defense and the Office of the State Public Defender. - Prohibits the use of the term "excited delirium" in peace officer training. - Requires independent investigations of officer-involved deaths by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. Civil Law Provisions: - Restricts homeowners associations from prohibiting child care services in residential properties. - Makes various changes to the law governing contracts for deed, including disclosure requirements, refund of down payments, and prohibitions on termination. - Establishes the State Board of Civil Legal Aid to oversee the distribution of civil legal services funds. Judicial Data Privacy and Other Judicial Branch Policies: - Classifies the personal information of judicial officials as private data and provides a process for removal of such information from the internet. - Makes various changes to administrative court procedures and the administrative rulemaking process. Uniform Public Expression Protection Act: - Establishes a procedure for expedited review and dismissal of certain lawsuits targeting the exercise of free speech and other constitutional rights. The bill also contains various other provisions related to corrections, public safety, and criminal justice.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; providing policy for crime victims, law enforcement, criminal justice, corrections, public safety, crime, predatory offenders, restorative practices restitution program, Clemency Review Commission, protective orders, judicial data privacy, judiciary, public defense, civil law, contracts for deed, and state government data; providing for the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act; establishing the State Board of Civil Legal Aid; authorizing Anoka County to build jail and criminal justice center; providing for grants; providing for working groups and task forces; providing criminal penalties; providing for reports; appropriating money for judiciary, public safety, and corrections; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 5B.02; 5B.03, subdivision 3; 5B.04; 5B.05; 13.045, subdivision 3; 13.84, subdivision 6; 14.05, subdivision 7; 14.08; 14.16, subdivision 3; 14.26, subdivision 3a; 14.386, as amended; 14.388, subdivision 2; 14.3895, subdivisions 2, 6; 14.48, subdivision 2; 14.62, subdivision 2a; 15A.083, subdivision 6a; 16E.01, subdivision 2; 16E.03, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 7; 16E.04, subdivisions 2, 3; 16E.07; 117.042; 152.025, subdivision 4; 169A.03, by adding a subdivision; 169A.51, subdivision 3; 171.177, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12; 171.182, subdivisions 2, 3; 211B.33, subdivision 2; 211B.34, subdivisions 1, 2; 211B.35, subdivisions 1, 3; 241.021, subdivisions 1h, 4b; 241.75, subdivision 2; 243.05, subdivision 1b; 243.166, subdivisions 1a, 3, 6, by adding a subdivision; 243.167, subdivision 1; 243.52, subdivision 2; 244.052, subdivisions 3, 4, 4a; 253B.02, subdivision 4d; 253B.18, subdivision 5a, as amended; 253D.14, subdivision 1; 260B.007, subdivisions 6, 16; 260B.198, subdivision 7; 260C.007, subdivision 6; 260E.06, subdivision 1; 260E.08; 272.12; 299A.73, subdivision 4; 326.338, subdivision 4; 326.3388; 480.15, subdivision 10c; 480.24, subdivisions 2, 4; 480.242, subdivisions 2, 3; 480.243, subdivision 1; 491A.01, subdivision 3a; 507.235, subdivisions 1a, 5; 513.73, subdivision 3; 518B.01, subdivisions 2, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6a, 7, 8, 8a, 9, 9a, 11, by adding a subdivision; 524.5-315; 524.5-317; 548.251, subdivision 2; 559.21, subdivisions 2a, 4, by adding subdivisions; 559.211, subdivision 1; 559.213; 563.01; 590.01, subdivision 4; 590.03; 593.50, subdivision 1; 604A.05, subdivision 1; 609.02, by adding a subdivision; 609.06, subdivision 1, as amended, by adding a subdivision; 609.075; 609.1056, by adding a subdivision; 609.14, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 609.324, subdivision 1; 609.748, subdivisions 3a, 5, 5b, by adding a subdivision; 609.78, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 611.215, subdivision 2; 611.24; 611.26, subdivisions 2, 3, 3a, 4; 611.263, subdivision 1; 611.265; 611.27, subdivisions 1, 8, 10, 11, 13, 16; 611A.06, subdivision 3a, by adding a subdivision; 611A.212, subdivision 1; 611A.73, subdivision 4; 626.05, subdivision 2; 626.5534; 626.84, 1 HF5216 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR KLL H5216-4 subdivision 1; 626.8435, subdivision 1; 626.8457, subdivision 3; 629.72, subdivisions 1, 7; 629.725; 629.73, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 16E.01, subdivision 3; 16E.03, subdivision 2; 146A.08, subdivision 1; 169A.51, subdivision 4; 214.10, subdivision 10; 241.021, subdivision 1; 243.166, subdivision 1b; 244.05, subdivision 5; 244.17, subdivision 3; 244.21, subdivision 2; 244.41, subdivisions 6, 14, by adding a subdivision; 244.46, subdivisions 1, 2; 244.50, subdivision 4; 299A.49, subdivisions 8, 9; 299A.95, subdivision 5; 299C.105, subdivision 1; 307.08, subdivision 3a; 326.3387, subdivision 1; 401.01, subdivision 2; 401.10, subdivision 1; 515B.2-103; 515B.3-102; 524.5-313; 609.1095, subdivision 1; 609.133, subdivision 4; 609.135, subdivision 2; 609.14, subdivision 1; 609.3455, subdivision 5; 609.35; 609.522, subdivisions 1, 2; 609A.015, subdivision 3, as amended; 609A.02, subdivision 3; 609A.06, subdivision 2; 611.215, subdivision 1; 611.23; 611.41, subdivision 7; 611.55, subdivision 1; 611.56, subdivisions 1, 6; 611.57, subdivisions 1, 4; 611A.039, subdivision 1; 611A.52, subdivision 5; 626.8516, subdivision 6; 629.292, subdivision 2; 638.09, subdivision 5; 638.12, subdivision 2; 638.15, subdivision 1; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 1, section 2, subdivision 3; article 2, sections 3, subdivisions 5, 8, as amended; 6, subdivisions 1, 4; article 4, section 24, subdivisions 3, 7; article 8, section 20, subdivision 3; Laws 2023, chapter 63, article 5, section 5; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 3C; 13; 14; 16A; 16E; 169; 219; 241; 244; 260B; 299A; 480; 500; 554; 609; 626; 627; 634; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 559A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 16E.035; 16E.0465, subdivisions 1, 2; 16E.055; 16E.20; 241.265; 480.242, subdivision 1; 554.01; 554.02; 554.03; 554.04; 554.045; 554.05; 554.06; 559.201; 559.202; 609B.050; 609B.100; 609B.101; 609B.102; 609B.103; 609B.104; 609B.106; 609B.107; 609B.108; 609B.109; 609B.110; 609B.111; 609B.112; 609B.113; 609B.120; 609B.121; 609B.122; 609B.123; 609B.124; 609B.125; 609B.126; 609B.127; 609B.128; 609B.129; 609B.130; 609B.132; 609B.133; 609B.134; 609B.135; 609B.136; 609B.139; 609B.140; 609B.141; 609B.142; 609B.143; 609B.144; 609B.146; 609B.147; 609B.148; 609B.149; 609B.1495; 609B.150; 609B.151; 609B.152; 609B.153; 609B.155; 609B.157; 609B.158; 609B.159; 609B.160; 609B.162; 609B.164; 609B.1641; 609B.1645; 609B.165; 609B.168; 609B.170; 609B.171; 609B.172; 609B.173; 609B.174; 609B.175; 609B.176; 609B.177; 609B.179; 609B.180; 609B.181; 609B.183; 609B.184; 609B.185; 609B.187; 609B.188; 609B.189; 609B.191; 609B.192; 609B.193; 609B.194; 609B.195; 609B.200; 609B.201; 609B.203; 609B.205; 609B.206; 609B.216; 609B.231; 609B.235; 609B.237; 609B.241; 609B.245; 609B.255; 609B.262; 609B.263; 609B.265; 609B.271; 609B.273; 609B.275; 609B.277; 609B.301; 609B.310; 609B.311; 609B.312; 609B.320; 609B.321; 609B.330; 609B.331; 609B.332; 609B.333; 609B.340; 609B.341; 609B.342; 609B.343; 609B.344; 609B.345; 609B.400; 609B.405; 609B.410; 609B.415; 609B.425, subdivision 1; 609B.430; 609B.435, subdivisions 1, 3; 609B.445; 609B.450; 609B.455; 609B.460; 609B.465; 609B.500; 609B.505; 609B.510; 609B.515; 609B.518; 609B.520; 609B.525; 609B.530; 609B.535; 609B.540; 609B.545; 609B.600; 609B.610; 609B.611; 609B.612; 609B.613; 609B.614; 609B.615; 609B.700; 609B.710; 609B.720; 609B.721; 609B.722; 609B.723; 609B.724; 609B.725; 611.20, subdivisions 3, 4, 7; 611.25, subdivision 3; 611.27, subdivisions 6, 9, 12; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 609B.161; 609B.425, subdivision 2; 609B.435, subdivision 2.
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• Introduced: 04/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Kelly Moller (D)*, Brion Curran (D), Jamie Becker-Finn (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 56
• Last Amended: 05/19/2024
• Last Action: Secretary of State Chapter 123
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CO bill #SB125 • Last Action 05/24/2024
Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would enact the "Interstate Compact on Placement of Children" in Colorado. The key provisions of the bill are: - It establishes the Interstate Commission for the Placement of Children to oversee the administration and operation of the compact. The commission will be responsible for promulgating rules, collecting data, and facilitating coordination between states on the interstate placement of children. - It outlines the applicability of the compact, covering the interstate placement of children in foster care, adoption, and residential facilities, with some exceptions. - It specifies that the sending state retains jurisdiction over the child unless certain conditions are met for terminating that jurisdiction. - It sets requirements for the evaluation and approval of placements, including assessments and home studies, and gives the receiving state the authority to approve or deny proposed placements. - It establishes provisions for the financial responsibility of placements and the oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact. - It specifies that the compact will take effect once it is enacted by 35 states.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING THE ENACTMENT OF THE "INTERSTATE COMPACT FOR THE PLACEMENT OF CHILDREN".
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 18 : Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D)*, Byron Pelton (R)*, Andy Boesenecker (D)*, Gabe Evans (R)*, Mark Baisley (R), Jeff Bridges (D), Janet Buckner (D), Lisa Cutter (D), Jessie Danielson (D), Joann Ginal (D), Sonya Jaquez Lewis (D), Chris Kolker (D), Janice Marchman (D), Rod Pelton (R), Kevin Priola (D), Faith Winter (D), Monica Duran (D), Cathy Kipp (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/26/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed
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OK bill #SB1055 • Last Action 05/23/2024
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; definition of public health emergency; requirements for a public body to conduct meetings utilizing electronic means; quorum requirements; public availability. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to: 1) modify the definition of "public body" to exclude certain entities; 2) authorize public bodies to conduct meetings utilizing electronic means (e.g., videoconferencing) under certain circumstances, such as during a declared state of emergency or if the physical meeting location becomes unsafe; 3) establish requirements for meetings conducted using electronic means, including maintaining a quorum, providing public access, recording votes, and retaining recordings; 4) allow members of public bodies to participate in executive sessions remotely under certain conditions; and 5) provide immunity from liability for public bodies that make a good-faith effort to comply with the new provisions. The bill also defines "public health emergency" and makes other technical changes. The effective date of the bill is November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Sections 304, as last amended by Section 3 of Enrolled House Bill No. 1382 of the 2nd Session of the 59th Oklahoma Legislature, and 307.1, as last amended by Section 1 of Enrolled House Bill No. 3780 of the 2nd Session of the 59th Oklahoma Legislature, which relate to definitions and videoconferences; modifying definitions; authorizing public bodies to conduct meetings utilizing electronic means under certain circumstances; modifying certain notice requirements; providing exceptions to requirements for quorum in a physical location under certain circumstances; establishing requirements for meetings of public bodies conducted utilizing electronic means; establishing requirements for sharing of certain documents or materials provided to public bodies; authorizing certain public participation; requiring recording and confirmation of certain votes; establishing requirements for retention of certain recordings; authorizing members of public bodies to participate in executive sessions by electronic means under certain circumstances; requiring access by electronic means to certain meetings be provided at no cost to the public; prohibiting certain private electronic communications under certain circumstances; providing immunity from liability for public body under certain circumstances; updating statutory references; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Chris Kidd (R)*, Daniel Pae (R)*, Amanda Swope (D)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/23/2024
• Last Action: CCR read
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OK bill #SB1709 • Last Action 05/23/2024
Department of Human Services; transferring certain offices to the State Department of Health. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers the Office of Client Advocacy from the Department of Human Services to the State Department of Health, and transfers the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman from the Department of Human Services to the Office of the Attorney General. The bill also makes various conforming and clarifying changes to related laws regarding long-term care facilities, inspections, investigations, and the oversight of these offices. The effective date of this bill is November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1709 By: Rosino, Pederson, and Stephens of the Senate and Echols, Burns, Ford, Townley, and May of the House An Act relating to the Department of Human Services; transferring the Office of Client Advocacy from the Department of Human Services to the State Department of Health; transferring the Office of the State Long- Term Care Ombudsman from the Department of Human Services to the Office of the Attorney General; directing certain transfers; requiring the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to coordinate certain transfers; stipulating procedures for transfer of administrative rules; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 1430.27, which relates to inspection, investigation, survey, or evaluation of group homes; conforming and updating language; amending 10A O.S. 2021, Section 1-9-112, which relates to the Office of Client Advocacy; conforming, updating, and clarifying language; removing certain restriction on dismissal of personnel; modifying qualifications of Advocate General; amending 10A O.S. 2021, Section 1-9-117, which relates to allegations against Department of Human Services employees or child-placing agency by foster parent; conforming and updating language; amending Section 2, Chapter 123, O.S.L. 2022, as amended by Section 1 of Enrolled House Bill No. 3317 of the 2nd Session of the 59th Oklahoma Legislature, which relates to multidisciplinary elderly and vulnerable adult abuse teams; conforming and updating language; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 1-829, 1-1902, 1-1911, 1-1941, 1- 1945, 330.58, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 271, O.S.L. 2023, and as renumbered by Section 14, Chapter 271, O.S.L. 2023, 1-1950.4, 1-2212, 1-2213, 1-2214, and 1-2216 (63 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 1-1949.4), which relate to long-term care; conforming, updating, and clarifying language; making language gender neutral; updating statutory references; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Department of Human Services
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Paul Rosino (R)*, Jon Echols (R)*, George Burns (R), Stan May (R), Tammy Townley (R), Ross Ford (R), Roland Pederson (R), Cowboy Stephens (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 05/21/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/23/2024
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RI bill #S2530 • Last Action 05/23/2024
JOINT RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONTINUED FOCUS AND ACTIONS FOR IMPROVED COORDINATION BETWEEN AGENCIES RESPONSIBLE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD AND EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: Joint Resolution Supporting Continued Focus And Actions For Improved Coordination Between Agencies Responsible For Early Childhood And Early Learning Programs
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• Introduced: 03/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Hanna Gallo (D)*, Sandra Cano (D)*, Val Lawson (D)*, Ryan Pearson (D)*, David Tikoian (D)*, Matt LaMountain (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Referred to House Health & Human Services
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OK bill #SB5 • Last Action 05/23/2024
Libraries; city-county library commissions; modifying meeting dates. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to modify the meeting dates of city-county library commissions. Specifically, it changes the requirement from holding at least one meeting per month to holding at least four meetings per year, while also allowing the commission to hold additional meetings as deemed necessary. The bill provides an effective date of July 1, 2024, and declares an emergency, allowing the provisions to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 5 By: Matthews and Boren of the Senate and Nichols and Lowe (Dick) of the House An Act relating to libraries; amending 65 O.S. 2021, Section 155, which relates to city-county library commissions; modifying meeting dates; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: City-county library commission
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• Introduced: 11/28/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Kevin Matthews (D)*, Monroe Nichols (D)*, Dick Lowe (R), Mary Boren (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 05/22/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/23/2024
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AL bill #SB291 • Last Action 05/23/2024
Municipal officials, requires officials to participate in training
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all individuals elected as mayor or members of a municipal governing body in Alabama to complete a training course of at least 10 hours covering topics such as municipal powers and duties, ethics, budgeting, and public meetings. Newly elected officials must complete the training during their first term, while those who have previously completed the training must complete at least 5 hours of continuing education annually. The training curriculum is developed in consultation with state agencies, and municipalities are required to cover the costs of the training for their officials.
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Bill Summary: Municipal officials, requires officials to participate in training
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• Introduced: 04/04/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Jabo Waggoner (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Enacted
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LA bill #SB23 • Last Action 05/23/2024
Provides for the Planned Community Act. (See Act)
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends and reenacts the Civil Code and Louisiana Revised Statutes to establish the Louisiana Planned Community Act. The key provisions of the bill: - Define key terms and provide applicability of the Act, including exempting condominiums and timeshares. - Establish requirements for creating, amending, and terminating a planned community, including the contents of the declaration, allocations of common expenses and voting rights, and procedures for exercising development rights. - Provide for the organization and powers of the lot owners association, including adopting budgets, assessing and collecting fees, and enforcing the community documents. - Establish rules for meetings, voting, and records of the association. - Grant certain consumer protections for purchasers, including requirements for a public offering statement and warranties. - Specify the priorities and procedures for enforcing assessment privileges held by the association. The bill applies to newly formed planned communities starting January 1, 2025, and to existing planned communities starting January 1, 2026, with certain exceptions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend and reenact Civil Code Art. 783 and Part II-B of Chapter 1 of Code Title I of Code Book II of Title 9 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, to
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• Introduced: 02/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Greg Miller (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 05/29/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 1/1/2025.
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NC bill #H681 • Last Action 05/22/2024
Healthcare Flexibility Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Establishes the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which creates a streamlined process for physicians to become licensed in multiple states, increasing the portability of medical licenses and ensuring patient safety. The bill outlines the eligibility requirements, application process, fees, and disciplinary procedures related to the Compact. - Authorizes nurse practitioners with at least 4,000 hours of practice experience and no recent disciplinary actions to practice independently, while those with less experience must practice under a collaborating provider. The bill also defines the roles and responsibilities of nurse practitioners and collaborating providers. - Requires anesthesiologists providing medical direction to certified registered nurse anesthetists to comply with specific TEFRA requirements in order to bill third-party payers for those services. It also requires insurers to reimburse anesthesiologist medical direction services at 50% of the rate for solo services. - Mandates that in-network healthcare facilities provide written notice to patients about any out-of-network providers who may be involved in their care, including estimated costs, prior to providing non-emergency services. - Limits the ability of healthcare providers to charge facility fees, defines the services subject to these limitations, and requires annual reporting on facility fee practices.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH AN INTERSTATE COMPACT FOR THE LICENSURE OF THE PRACTICE OF MEDICINE, TO PROVIDE PRACTICE AUTHORITY FOR NURSE PRACTITIONERS, TO ENSURE FLEXIBILITY FOR ANESTHESIA SERVICE, TO REQUIRE NOTIFICATION FOR OUT-OF-NETWORK BILLING AT IN-NETWORK FACILITIES, AND TO LIMIT FACILITY FEES.
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• Introduced: 04/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 17 : Kristin Baker (R)*, Tim Reeder (R)*, Donny Lambeth (R)*, Larry Potts (R)*, John Autry (D), Mary Belk (D), Kevin Crutchfield (R), Pricey Harrison (D), Joe John (D), Ya Liu (D), Donnie Loftis (R), Tim Longest (D), Jeff McNeely (R), Marcia Morey (D), Bill Ward (R), Shelly Willingham (D), David Willis (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 05/22/2024
• Last Action: Re-ref Com On Finance
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NY bill #A07571 • Last Action 05/22/2024
Adopts the interstate teacher mobility compact to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states, with the goal of supporting teachers through new pathways to licensure; establishes a regulatory framework to expedite and enhance the ability of teachers to move across state lines.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the interstate teacher mobility compact to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states, with the goal of supporting teachers through new pathways to licensure. It establishes a regulatory framework to expedite and enhance the ability of teachers to move across state lines. The compact creates a streamlined pathway to licensure mobility for teachers, supports the relocation of eligible military spouses, facilitates the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information between member states, and enhances the ability of state and district officials to hire qualified teachers by removing barriers to the employment of out-of-state teachers. The bill also maintains state sovereignty in the regulation of the teaching profession.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the interstate teacher mobility compact
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• Introduced: 05/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Brian Miller (R)*, Scott Bendett (R), Jeff Gallahan (R), Brian Manktelow (R), Joe Angelino (R), A.J. Beephan (R), Dave McDonough (R), Scott Gray (R)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/25/2023
• Last Action: held for consideration in education
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PA bill #SB749 • Last Action 05/22/2024
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: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Second Class Township Code to provide that an elected or appointed township officer cannot be surcharged (held financially liable) if the officer acted in good faith reliance on a written, non-confidential opinion of the township solicitor or an opinion publicly stated by the solicitor at an open meeting. It also further provides for the appointment, removal, powers, duties, compensation, and bonding requirements of a township manager, allowing the board of supervisors to enter into an employment or professional services agreement with the manager and specifying that the manager is considered a public official for purposes of restricted activities under state law.
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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: 06/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Cris Dush (R)*, Scott Hutchinson (R), Tim Kearney (D), Rosemary Brown (R), Carolyn Comitta (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 06/01/2023
• Last Action: Laid on the table
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NY bill #S05801 • Last Action 05/22/2024
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: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Officers Law to provide for the mandatory award of reasonable attorneys' fees to a person who successfully brings a proceeding under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) or the Open Meetings Law, to be paid by the agency or public body involved. Previously, the award of attorneys' fees was at the court's discretion, but this bill makes it mandatory for the successful petitioner. The bill also removes the requirement that the court find the agency or public body had no reasonable basis for denying access or holding a closed session in order to award attorneys' fees.
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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: 03/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : John Liu (D)*, Jabari Brisport (D), Nathalia Ferna´ndez (D), Andrew Gounardes (D), Robert Jackson (D), James Skoufis (D), Lea Webb (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/16/2023
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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CT bill #HB05197 • Last Action 05/21/2024
An Act Concerning Social Workers.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to adopt the Social Work Licensure Compact, which is designed to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency consisting of member states that have enacted the compact, to oversee the administration and implementation of the compact. 2. Allowing eligible social workers to obtain a multistate license, which authorizes them to practice in all member states under the compact's terms, rather than requiring licenses in multiple states. 3. Outlining the requirements for states to participate in the compact and for social workers to obtain a multistate license, including passing a qualifying national exam and meeting educational and experience requirements. 4. Granting the compact commission the authority to promulgate rules, collect fees, and take disciplinary action against licensees, while preserving the regulatory authority of member states. 5. Requiring the commissioner of public health to conduct state and national fingerprint-based criminal history records checks for each person applying for licensure as a social worker in Connecticut. The bill aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, enhance public health and safety protections, and promote workforce mobility for social workers across member states.
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Bill Summary: To adopt the social work licensure compact.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 42 : Public Health Committee, Travis Simms (D), Jeff Gordon (R), Jillian Gilchrest (D), Anne Hughes (D), Tami Zawistowski (R), Jaime Foster (D), Christine Palm (D), Laura Dancho (R), Gary Turco (D), David Michel (D), Nicole Klarides-Ditria (R), Kai Belton (D), Holly Cheeseman (R), Devin Carney (R), Eleni Kavros DeGraw (D), Christine Conley (D), Lucy Dathan (D), Gregg Haddad (D), Rachel Chaleski (R), Pat Callahan (R), Geraldo Reyes (D), Rachel Khanna (D), Ceci Maher (D), Saud Anwar (D), Cathy Osten (D), Christopher Rosario (D), Julie Kushner (D), Hilda Santiago (D), Lisa Seminara (R), Mary Mushinsky (D), Heather Somers (R), Gary Winfield (D), Rick Lopes (D), Tammy Nuccio (R), Ryan Fazio (R), Dominique Johnson (D), Kevin Kelly (R), John Kissel (R), Marty Foncello (R), Robin Comey (D), Matt Blumenthal (D), Paul Cicarella (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 05/14/2024
• Last Action: Signed by the Governor
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OK bill #HB2287 • Last Action 05/21/2024
Open records; Public Access Counselor; Attorney General; review of denial; public bodies; effective date; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Public Access Counselor in the Office of the Attorney General to review denials of public records requests. A person whose request to inspect or copy a public record is denied can file a request for review with the Counselor within 30 days. The Counselor will determine if further action is warranted and forward the request to the public body, which must respond within 7 business days. The Attorney General will then issue a binding opinion within 60 days, which the public body must comply with or file suit. The Attorney General can also issue advisory opinions to public bodies to assist with compliance. The bill also amends the Attorney General's duties to include investigating and prosecuting violations of the Open Records Act.
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Bill Summary: open records - Public Access Counselor - review of denial of open records requests - filings - subpoena by Attorney General - binding opinion - advisory opinions - codification - effective date ] AMENDMENT NO. 1. , strike the stricken title, enacting clause and entire bill and insert “[ open records - Public Access Counselor - review of denial of open records requests - filings - subpoena by Attorney General - binding opinion - advisory opinions - codification - emergency
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Pfeiffer (R)*, Greg McCortney (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 04/27/2023
• Last Action: SCs named McCortney, Paxton, Floyd, Daniels, Howard
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MA bill #H4088 • Last Action 05/21/2024
Resolve establishing the Harmony Commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Harmony Commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases. The commission will consist of various stakeholders, including legislators, government officials, child advocates, and professionals with experience in the child welfare system. The commission will review relevant laws, regulations, and policies, examine how these cases disproportionately impact certain groups of children, analyze ways to ensure the rights of parents and children while prioritizing the well-being and safety of children, and study sibling visitation rights. The commission will hold public hearings, solicit public comments, and submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the legislature, governor, and chief justice of the juvenile court by January 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: By Representatives Doherty of Taunton and Haddad of Somerset, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Carol A. Doherty and Patricia A. Haddad for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the welfare and best interest considerations of children in care and protection cases. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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• Introduced: 09/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 4 : Carol Doherty (D)*, Pat Haddad (D)*, Jim Hawkins (D), Margaret Scarsdale (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 08/07/2023
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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OK bill #HB1349 • Last Action 05/20/2024
Medical marijuana; creating the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Advisory Council; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Executive Advisory Council, which will consist of six members appointed by the Governor, Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, and President Pro Tempore of the Oklahoma State Senate. The Advisory Council will advise the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority on policy, rule, and statute changes, and will prepare and issue annual reports. The Advisory Council members will serve without compensation but be reimbursed for expenses, and the Council will meet at least four times per year. The bill also provides details on the Council's operations, such as quorum requirements and the handling of vacancies, and states that the Council will be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, Oklahoma Open Records Act, and Administrative Procedures Act.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to medical marijuana; creating the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Executive Advisory Council; providing for appointments to the Council; authorizing Executive Director of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority to chair the Advisory Council; requiring the Executive Director to provide staff and support; prescribing terms of office; imposing quorum requirements for taking official actions; providing exemption from certain prohibition; stating powers and duties of the Advisory Council; requiring Advisory Council to produce certain report; providing for reimbursement of expenses pursuant to the State Travel Reimbursement Act; authorizing meetings; prescribing minimum number of meetings; stating manner by which vacancies on the Board shall be filled; providing for applicability of Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, Oklahoma Open Records Act, and Administrative Procedures Act; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Medical marijuana
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Scott Fetgatter (R)*, Jessica Garvin (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 05/15/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/20/2024
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PA bill #HB2300 • Last Action 05/20/2024
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 the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Counseling Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of Licensed Professional Counselors and improve public access to counseling services. Key provisions of the bill include: - Allowing Licensed Professional Counselors to obtain a "Privilege to Practice" in other member states, provided they meet certain eligibility requirements. - Establishing the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact, including developing rules, handling disciplinary actions, and resolving disputes between member states. - Requiring member states to participate in a coordinated data system containing licensure, disciplinary, and investigative information on Licensed Professional Counselors. - Outlining procedures for Licensed Professional Counselors to obtain a new home state license based on their Privilege to Practice in another member state. - Providing liability protections and indemnification for members of the Counseling Compact Commission. - Detailing the process for rulemaking by the Commission, as well as oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms for the compact. The bill would take effect 60 days after enactment.
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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: 05/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 18 : Jenn O'Mara (D)*, Liz Hanbidge (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Joe Hohenstein (D), Maureen Madden (D), Christina Sappey (D), Mary Isaacson (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Elizabeth Fiedler (D), Mike Sturla (D), Dan Williams (D), Tarik Khan (D), Danielle Otten (D), Kristine Howard (D), Heather Boyd (D), Melissa Shusterman (D), Greg Scott (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/21/2024
• Last Action: Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
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MA bill #S632 • Last Action 05/20/2024
To establish a Massachusetts public bank
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Massachusetts public bank that is wholly owned by the commonwealth. The key provisions of the bill are: 1. The public bank is created to provide a safe depository for public funds and support the economic well-being of the commonwealth, its cities and towns, residents, businesses, and state/municipal institutions. 2. The bank is authorized to provide affordable financing to eligible recipients such as public/quasi-public entities, nonprofits, cooperatives, community development organizations, and small/medium-sized businesses and farms. 3. The bank has a governing board of directors with expertise in areas like community development, banking, economic development, and environmental finance. The board is responsible for approving the bank's business plan and overseeing operations. 4. The bank is required to prioritize supporting entities in underserved communities, addressing historic inequities, and promoting sustainable development, climate change mitigation, and equitable economic growth. 5. The commonwealth will provide an initial $200 million equity investment in the bank over 4 fiscal years, and the state treasurer will deposit a minimum of $1.4 billion in state funds at the bank.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish a Massachusetts public bank. Financial Services.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 9 : Jamie Eldridge (D)*, Liz Miranda (D), Jack Lewis (D), Carmine Gentile (D), Becca Rausch (D), Jason Lewis (D), Julian Cyr (D), Adam Gómez (D), Jo Comerford (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see S2792
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AL bill #HB198 • Last Action 05/20/2024
Building codes; Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board; Alabama Residential Building Code, authorized to be established
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Residential Building Code and the Alabama Residential Energy Code, which will be adopted and administered by the Home Builders Licensure Board. The bill also creates the Alabama Residential Building Code Division and the Alabama Residential Building Code Advisory Council to assist with implementing and updating these codes. The bill requires residential home builders to construct, renovate, or repair residences in accordance with the applicable residential building code. Additionally, the bill prohibits local jurisdictions from restricting a consumer's ability to install a residential fire sprinkler system, with some exceptions. The bill also repeals the Alabama Energy and Residential Codes Board within the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs.
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Bill Summary: Building codes; Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board; Alabama Residential Building Code, authorized to be established
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Chip Brown (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/09/2024
• Last Action: Enacted
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MN bill #HF5242 • Last Action 05/19/2024
Transportation supplemental budget bill.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Appropriates funding for the Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, and the Metropolitan Council for various transportation-related purposes, including state road operations and maintenance, public transit, and transportation infrastructure improvements. - Modifies provisions related to transportation and public safety, including an intensive driver testing program, greenhouse gas emissions, electric-assisted bicycles, high voltage transmission, railroad safety, and transit. - Establishes civil penalties and an advisory committee. - Makes supplemental appropriation changes to labor provisions, including modifying combative sports regulations, construction codes and licensing, Bureau of Mediation Services, public employee labor relations, employee misclassification, and minors appearing in internet content. - Expands eligible uses of housing infrastructure bonds and authorizes the issuance of additional housing infrastructure bonds. - Establishes a working group to study common interest communities and homeowners associations. - Appropriates funding for the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency to support affordable housing, housing affordability preservation, and homelessness prevention. The bill makes a variety of changes to transportation, labor, and housing policies and programs, with a focus on supporting affordable housing, improving transportation infrastructure, and strengthening worker protections.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; appropriating money for a supplemental budget for the Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, and the Metropolitan Council; modifying prior appropriations; modifying various provisions related to transportation and public safety, including but not limited to an intensive driver testing program, greenhouse gas emissions, electric-assisted bicycles, high voltage transmission, railroad safety, and transit; establishing civil penalties; establishing an advisory committee; labor and industry; making supplemental appropriation changes to labor provisions; modifying combative sports regulations, construction codes and licensing, Bureau of Mediation provisions, public employee labor relations provisions, miscellaneous labor provisions, broadband and pipeline safety, employee misclassification, and minors appearing in internet content; housing; modifying prior appropriations; establishing new programs and modifying existing programs; expanding eligible uses of housing infrastructure bonds; authorizing the issuance of housing infrastructure bonds; establishing a working group and a task force; authorizing rulemaking; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.6905, by adding a subdivision; 15.082; 116J.395, subdivision 6; 161.14, by adding subdivisions; 161.45, by adding subdivisions; 161.46, subdivision 1; 168.09, subdivision 7; 168.092; 168.301, subdivision 3; 168A.10, subdivision 2; 168A.11, subdivision 1; 169.011, by adding subdivisions; 169.21, subdivision 6; 169.222, subdivisions 6a, 6b; 169A.55, subdivision 4; 171.306, subdivisions 1, 8; 174.02, by adding a subdivision; 174.75, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 177.27, subdivision 3; 179A.12, subdivision 5; 181.171, subdivision 1; 181.722; 181.723; 181.960, subdivision 3; 181A.03, by adding subdivisions; 216B.17, by adding a subdivision; 216E.02, subdivision 1; 221.0255, subdivisions 4, 9, by adding subdivisions; 270B.14, subdivision 17, by adding a subdivision; 299J.01; 299J.02, by adding a subdivision; 299J.04, subdivision 2; 299J.11; 326B.081, subdivisions 3, 6, 8; 326B.082, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, by adding a subdivision; 326B.701; 326B.802, subdivision 13; 326B.89, subdivisions 1, 5; 341.28, by adding a subdivision; 341.29; 462A.02, subdivision 10; 462A.03, by adding subdivisions; 462A.05, subdivisions 3b, 14a, 14b, 15, 15b, 21, 23; 462A.07, by adding subdivisions; 462A.202, subdivision 3a; 462A.21, subdivisions 7, 8b; 462A.222, by adding a subdivision; 462A.35, subdivision 2; 462A.37, by adding a subdivision; 462A.40, subdivisions 2, 3; 462C.02, subdivision 6; 469.012, subdivision 2j; 473.13, by adding a subdivision; 473.3927; 626.892, subdivision 10; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 116J.871, subdivision 1, as amended; 161.178; 161.46, subdivision 2; 168.1259; 169.011, subdivision 27; 169A.44, subdivision 1 HF5242 THIRD ENGROSSMENT REVISOR KRB H5242-3 1; 171.0705, subdivision 2; 171.13, subdivision 1; 174.38, subdivisions 3, 6; 174.634, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 177.27, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 7; 177.42, subdivision 2; 179A.041, subdivision 10; 179A.06, subdivision 6; 179A.07, subdivisions 8, 9; 179A.10, subdivision 2; 179A.12, subdivisions 2a, 6, 11; 219.015, subdivision 2; 326B.106, subdivision 1; 326B.802, subdivision 15; 341.25; 341.28, subdivision 5; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.321; 341.33, by adding a subdivision; 341.355; 462A.05, subdivisions 14, 45; 462A.22, subdivision 1; 462A.37, subdivisions 2, 5; 462A.39, subdivision 2; 473.4051, by adding a subdivision; 477A.35, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, by adding a subdivision; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 5, article 1, section 2, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 37, article 1, section 2, subdivisions 1, 2, 17, 29, 32; article 2, section 12, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 19, section 120; Laws 2023, chapter 53, article 19, sections 2, subdivisions 1, 3, 5; 4; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 116J; 161; 168; 169; 171; 174; 181; 181A; 219; 325F; 462A; 469; 504B; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 116J.398; 168.1297; 179.81; 179.82; 179.83, subdivision 1; 179.84, subdivision 1; 179.85; Minnesota Rules, parts 5520.0100; 5520.0110; 5520.0120; 5520.0200; 5520.0250; 5520.0300; 5520.0500; 5520.0520; 5520.0540; 5520.0560; 5520.0600; 5520.0620; 5520.0700; 5520.0710; 5520.0800; 7410.6180.
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• Introduced: 04/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Frank Hornstein (D)*, Brad Tabke (D), Erin Koegel (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 26 • Actions: 64
• Last Amended: 05/02/2024
• Last Action: Laid on table
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MN bill #SF4699 • Last Action 05/18/2024
Omnibus Health and Human Services supplemental appropriations and policy provisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill makes a number of changes related to health care, health insurance, health policy, emergency medical services, the Department of Health, the Department of Human Services, MNsure, health care workforce, health-related licensing boards, health care affordability and delivery, background studies, child protection and welfare, child care licensing, behavioral health, economic assistance, housing and homelessness, human services policy, and the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act. Some of the notable provisions include: - Establishing the Office of Emergency Medical Services and transferring authority over emergency medical services from the Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board to the new office. - Requiring health plans to provide coverage for abortions and abortion-related services, and prohibiting them from imposing cost-sharing or limitations on this coverage. - Requiring health plans to provide coverage for gender-affirming care and defining "medically necessary care" in this context. - Requiring health plans to provide coverage for orthotic and prosthetic devices, supplies, and services. - Establishing new requirements for health care providers related to the collection of medical debt, prohibiting the denial of medically necessary services due to outstanding debt, and regulating the billing and payment processes when a service may have been miscoded. - Requiring health maintenance organizations to be nonprofit corporations. - Establishing new reporting requirements for 340B covered entities on their 340B program activities. - Allowing pharmacists to prescribe and administer drugs to prevent the acquisition of HIV. The bill also includes provisions related to nursing facility level of care determinations, hospital closures, interpreter services, nursing assistant training, and other health care-related topics.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; modifying provisions governing health care, health insurance, health policy, emergency medical services, the Department of Health, the Department of Human Services, MNsure, health care workforce, health-related licensing boards, health care affordability and delivery, background studies, child protection and welfare, child care licensing, behavioral health, economic assistance, housing and homelessness, human services policy, the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act, and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families; establishing the Office of Emergency Medical Services; establishing the Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act; making technical and conforming changes; requiring reports; imposing penalties; providing appointments; making forecast adjustments; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 16A.055, subdivision 1a, by adding a subdivision; 16A.103, by adding a subdivision; 62A.0411; 62A.15, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 62A.28, subdivision 2; 62D.02, subdivisions 4, 7; 62D.03, subdivision 1; 62D.05, subdivision 1; 62D.06, subdivision 1; 62D.14, subdivision 1; 62D.19; 62D.20, subdivision 1; 62D.22, subdivision 5; 62E.02, subdivision 3; 62J.49, subdivision 1; 62J.61, subdivision 5; 62M.01, subdivision 3; 62Q.097, by adding a subdivision; 62Q.14; 62V.05, subdivision 12; 62V.08; 62V.11, subdivision 4; 103I.621, subdivisions 1, 2; 121A.15, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 144.05, subdivision 6, by adding a subdivision; 144.058; 144.0724, subdivisions 2, 3a, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11; 144.1464, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 144.1501, subdivision 5; 144.1911, subdivision 2; 144.212, by adding a subdivision; 144.216, subdivision 2, by adding subdivisions; 144.218, by adding a subdivision; 144.292, subdivision 6; 144.293, subdivisions 2, 4, 9, 10; 144.493, by adding a subdivision; 144.494, subdivision 2; 144.551, subdivision 1; 144.555, subdivisions 1a, 1b, 2, by adding subdivisions; 144.605, by adding a subdivision; 144.99, subdivision 3; 144A.10, subdivisions 15, 16; 144A.471, by adding a subdivision; 144A.474, subdivision 13; 144A.61, subdivision 3a; 144A.70, subdivisions 3, 5, 6, 7; 144A.71, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 144A.72, subdivision 1; 144A.73; 144E.001, subdivision 3a, by adding subdivisions; 144E.101, by adding a subdivision; 144E.16, subdivisions 5, 7; 144E.19, subdivision 3; 144E.27, subdivisions 3, 5, 6; 144E.28, subdivisions 3, 5, 6, 8; 144E.285, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 6, by adding subdivisions; 144E.287; 144E.305, subdivision 3; 144G.08, subdivision 29; 144G.10, by adding a subdivision; 144G.16, subdivision 6; 146B.03, subdivision 7a; 146B.10, subdivisions 1, 3; 148.235, subdivision 10; 149A.02, subdivisions 3, 3b, 16, 23, 26a, 27, 35, 37c, by adding subdivisions; 149A.03; 149A.65; 149A.70, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5; 149A.71, subdivisions 2, 4; 149A.72, subdivisions 3, 9; 149A.73, 1 SF4699 REVISOR DTT S4699-3 3rd Engrossment subdivision 1; 149A.74, subdivision 1; 149A.93, subdivision 3; 149A.94, subdivisions 1, 3, 4; 149A.97, subdivision 2; 151.01, subdivisions 23, 27; 151.065, by adding subdivisions; 151.066, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 151.212, by adding a subdivision; 151.37, by adding a subdivision; 151.74, subdivision 6; 152.22, subdivision 14, by adding a subdivision; 152.25, subdivision 2; 152.27, subdivisions 2, 6, by adding a subdivision; 176.175, subdivision 2; 214.025; 214.04, subdivision 2a; 214.29; 214.31; 214.355; 243.166, subdivision 7, as amended; 245.096; 245.462, subdivision 6; 245.4663, subdivision 2; 245A.04, subdivision 10, by adding a subdivision; 245A.043, subdivisions 2, 4, by adding subdivisions; 245A.07, subdivision 6; 245A.10, subdivisions 1, as amended, 2, as amended; 245A.14, subdivision 17; 245A.144; 245A.175; 245A.52, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 245A.66, subdivision 2; 245C.05, subdivision 5; 245C.08, subdivision 4; 245C.10, subdivision 18; 245C.14, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 245C.15, subdivisions 3, 4; 245C.22, subdivision 4; 245C.24, subdivisions 2, 5; 245C.30, by adding a subdivision; 245E.08; 245F.09, subdivision 2; 245F.14, by adding a subdivision; 245F.17; 245G.07, subdivision 4; 245G.08, subdivisions 5, 6; 245G.10, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivisions 6, 7; 245H.01, by adding subdivisions; 245H.08, subdivision 1; 245H.14, subdivisions 1, 4; 245I.02, subdivisions 17, 19; 245I.10, subdivision 9; 245I.11, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 245I.20, subdivision 4; 245I.23, subdivision 14; 256.01, subdivision 41, by adding a subdivision; 256.029, as amended; 256.045, subdivisions 3b, as amended, 5, as amended, 7, as amended; 256.0451, subdivisions 1, as amended, 22, 24; 256.046, subdivision 2, as amended; 256.9657, subdivision 8, by adding a subdivision; 256.969, by adding subdivisions; 256B.056, subdivisions 1a, 10; 256B.0622, subdivisions 2a, 3a, 7a, 7d; 256B.0623, subdivision 5; 256B.0625, subdivisions 12, 20, 39, by adding subdivisions; 256B.0757, subdivisions 4a, 4d, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0943, subdivision 12; 256B.0947, subdivision 5; 256B.76, subdivision 6; 256B.795; 256I.04, subdivision 2f; 256J.08, subdivision 34a; 256J.28, subdivision 1; 256K.45, subdivision 2; 256N.22, subdivision 10; 256N.24, subdivision 10; 256N.26, subdivisions 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 21, 22; 256P.05, by adding a subdivision; 256R.02, subdivision 20; 259.20, subdivision 2; 259.37, subdivision 2; 259.52, subdivisions 2, 4; 259.53, by adding a subdivision; 259.79, subdivision 1; 259.83, subdivision 4; 260.755, subdivisions 2a, 5, 14, 17a, by adding subdivisions; 260.775; 260.785, subdivisions 1, 3; 260.810, subdivision 3; 260C.007, subdivisions 6, 26b; 260C.141, by adding a subdivision; 260C.178, subdivisions 1, as amended, 7; 260C.202; 260C.209, subdivision 1; 260C.212, subdivisions 1, 2; 260C.301, subdivision 1, as amended; 260C.329, subdivisions 3, 8; 260C.4411, by adding a subdivision; 260C.515, subdivision 4; 260C.607, subdivisions 1, 6; 260C.611; 260C.613, subdivision 1; 260C.615, subdivision 1; 260D.01; 260E.03, subdivision 23, as amended; 260E.30, subdivision 3, as amended; 260E.33, subdivision 2, as amended; 317A.811, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 393.07, subdivision 10a; 518.17, by adding a subdivision; 519.05; 524.3-801, as amended; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 13.46, subdivision 4, as amended; 15A.0815, subdivision 2; 43A.08, subdivision 1a; 62J.84, subdivision 10; 62Q.46, subdivision 1; 62Q.473, by adding subdivisions; 62Q.522, subdivision 1; 119B.011, subdivision 15; 119B.16, subdivisions 1a, 1c; 119B.161, subdivision 2; 124D.142, subdivision 2, as amended; 142A.03, by adding a subdivision; 144.0526, subdivision 1; 144.1501, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 144.1505, subdivision 2; 144.2252, subdivision 2; 144.2253; 144.587, subdivision 4; 144A.4791, subdivision 10; 144E.101, subdivisions 6, 7, as amended; 145.561, subdivision 4; 151.555, subdivisions 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12; 151.74, subdivision 3; 152.126, subdivision 6; 152.28, subdivision 1; 245.4889, subdivision 1; 245A.02, subdivision 2c; 245A.03, subdivisions 2, as amended, 7, as amended; 245A.043, subdivision 3; 245A.07, subdivision 1, as amended; 245A.11, subdivision 7; 245A.16, subdivisions 1, as amended, 11; 245A.211, subdivision 4; 245A.242, subdivision 2; 245A.50, subdivisions 3, 4; 245A.66, subdivision 4, as amended; 245C.02, subdivisions 6a, 13e; 245C.033, subdivision 3; 245C.08, subdivision 1; 245C.10, subdivision 15; 245C.15, subdivisions 2, 4a; 245C.31, subdivision 1; 245G.22, 2 SF4699 REVISOR DTT S4699-3 3rd Engrossment subdivisions 2, 17; 245H.06, subdivisions 1, 2; 245H.08, subdivisions 4, 5; 254B.04, subdivision 1a; 256.01, subdivision 12b; 256.043, subdivisions 3, 3a; 256.045, subdivision 3, as amended; 256.046, subdivision 3; 256.0471, subdivision 1, as amended; 256.969, subdivision 2b; 256B.0622, subdivisions 7b, 8; 256B.0625, subdivisions 3a, 5m, 9, 13e, as amended, 13f, 13k, 16; 256B.064, subdivision 4; 256B.0671, subdivision 5; 256B.0701, subdivision 6; 256B.0947, subdivision 7; 256B.764; 256D.01, subdivision 1a; 256E.38, subdivision 4; 256I.05, subdivisions 1a, 11; 256L.03, subdivision 1; 256M.42, by adding a subdivision; 256P.06, subdivision 3; 259.83, subdivisions 1, 1b, 3a; 260.014, by adding a subdivision; 260.755, subdivisions 1a, 3, 3a, 5b, 20, 22; 260.758, subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 260.761; 260.762; 260.763, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 260.765, subdivisions 2, 3a, 4b; 260.771, subdivisions 1a, 1b, 1c, 2b, 2d, 6, by adding a subdivision; 260.773, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11; 260.774, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 260.781, subdivision 1; 260.786, subdivision 2; 260.795, subdivision 1; 342.01, subdivision 63; 342.52, subdivision 3; 342.53; 342.54, subdivision 2; 342.55, subdivision 2; 518A.42, subdivision 3; Laws 1987, chapter 404, section 18, subdivision 1; Laws 2023, chapter 22, section 4, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 57, article 1, section 6; Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 1, section 35; article 11, section 13, subdivision 8; article 12, section 30, subdivisions 2, 3; article 14, section 42, subdivision 6; article 20, sections 2, subdivisions 5, 22, 24, 29, 31; 3, subdivision 2; 12, as amended; 23; Laws 2024, chapter 80, article 1, sections 38, subdivisions 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 9; 96; article 2, sections 5, subdivision 21, by adding a subdivision; 6, subdivisions 2, 3, 3a, by adding a subdivision; 7, subdivision 2; 10, subdivisions 1, 6; 16, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 30, subdivision 2; 31; 74; article 4, section 26; article 6, section 4; article 7, section 4; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 62D; 62J; 62Q; 137; 142A; 144; 144A; 144E; 145; 149A; 151; 214; 245C; 245H; 256B; 259; 260; 260D; 260E; 524; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapters 142B; 142F; 332C; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 62A.041, subdivision 3; 144.218, subdivision 3; 144.497; 144E.001, subdivision 5; 144E.01; 144E.123, subdivision 5; 144E.27, subdivisions 1, 1a; 144E.50, subdivision 3; 245A.065; 245C.125; 256.01, subdivisions 12, 12a; 256B.79, subdivision 6; 256D.19, subdivisions 1, 2; 256D.20, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 256D.23, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 256R.02, subdivision 46; 260.755, subdivision 13; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 62J.312, subdivision 6; 62Q.522, subdivisions 3, 4; 144.0528, subdivision 5; 245C.08, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 25, section 190, subdivision 10; Laws 2024, chapter 80, article 1, sections 38, subdivisions 3, 4, 11; 39; 43, subdivision 2; article 2, sections 1, subdivision 11; 3, subdivision 3; 4, subdivision 4; 6, subdivision 4; 10, subdivision 4; 33; 69; article 7, sections 3; 9; Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0425, subparts 5, 10; 9545.0805, subpart 1; 9545.0845; 9560.0232, subpart 5.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Wiklund (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 05/06/2024
• Last Action: House conferee change Reyer replaces Pinto
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VA bill #HB904 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Voter registration; list maintenance activities, cancellation procedures, required record matches.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to Virginia's voter registration list maintenance activities, including: - Requiring the Department of Elections to compare voter registration records with lists of deceased persons, felons, and those adjudicated incapacitated, and transmit matches to general registrars to allow them to cancel registrations. The Department must also annually review the validity, completeness, and reliability of data sources used for list maintenance. - Establishing a regular, periodic process for the Department to identify voters who have moved and notify them to update their registration, placing them on inactive status if they do not respond within 30 days. - Allowing a voter to cancel their own registration by submitting a written authorization, and requiring general registrars to provide notice before cancelling a registration for other reasons like felony convictions or lack of citizenship. - Requiring local electoral boards to develop and annually update security plans for voter registration systems and technologies, with the Department of Elections able to limit access if standards are not met. - Repealing existing provisions related to the removal of inactive voters and establishing a new multi-election process for cancelling registrations of inactive voters.
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Bill Summary: Voter registration; list maintenance activities; cancellation procedures; required record matches; required identification information; data standards. Requires certain, specified identification information to be included on the lists received by the Department of Elections for list maintenance purposes and requires the Department, upon receiving any such list, to do an initial comparison of the information included on such list with the list of registered voters and determine the confidence score for any match. Matches with a confidence score of at least 80 are transmitted to the appropriate general registrars. The bill prohibits the use of voter data received from another state or jurisdiction or through a list comparison for list maintenance purposes when the data file does not include a unique identifier for each individual whose information is contained in the data file. The bill requires the Department of Elections to annually review all sources of data utilized for list maintenance activities for the purpose of determining the validity, completeness, accuracy, and reliability of the data received from each source, and to include the results of such review in its annual report to the Committees on Privileges and Elections regarding its list maintenance activities. The bill requires the general registrars to send notice prior to cancelling a voter's record regardless of the reason for cancellation. Lastly, the bill clarifies that when a voter's registration is canceled, a cancellation record must be created, and that such records are public in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and the National Voter Registration Act. The bill includes numerous technical amendments for organizational purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Cia Price (D)*, Nadarius Clark (D), Jackie Glass (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 03/25/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Vetoed by Governor
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MO bill #HB1739 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Enacts provisions governing public elementary and secondary school students
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts several provisions governing public elementary and secondary school students in Missouri. The key provisions include: 1. The "Parents' Bill of Rights Act of 2024", which grants parents the right to access various school records and materials related to their child's education, with some limitations to protect intellectual property rights and student privacy. 2. Prohibitions on school officials encouraging students under 18 to adopt a gender identity or sexual orientation that differs from their biological sex, as defined in the bill. 3. Requirements for school officials to notify parents within 24 hours if a student expresses discomfort or confusion about their documented gender identity or requests the use of pronouns associated with a different gender. 4. Restrictions on school officials encouraging students to pursue gender reassignment therapy or procedures without parental consent. 5. Provisions for disciplining teachers, nurses, and other school officials who knowingly violate the bill's requirements, including potential license revocation or employment termination. 6. The ability for the state Attorney General or parents to bring civil actions against schools for violations of the bill.
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Bill Summary: Enacts provisions governing public elementary and secondary school students
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Doug Richey (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/04/2023
• Last Action: Referred: General Laws(H)
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AL bill #SB135 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Veterans, to establish and operate a statewide integrated health care system dedicated to Alabama veterans and their immediate family members
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes and operates a statewide integrated health care system dedicated to Alabama veterans and their immediate family members. The key provisions include: 1) Creating the Veterans Mental Health Steering Committee, composed of various state officials and representatives, to develop a comprehensive plan to address the behavioral health needs of Alabama veterans, including reviewing current services, identifying gaps, and consulting with relevant federal agencies. 2) Allowing the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) to establish pilot projects utilizing existing evidence-based services, such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy for PTSD, TBI screenings, and integrated behavioral health and primary care models. 3) Requiring ADMH to implement the comprehensive plan, subject to appropriations, and contract with multiple entities to provide services, with ADMH and the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) working collaboratively on the review and selection of proposals. 4) Mandating ADMH and ADVA to provide regular updates and annual reviews of the comprehensive plan's implementation to the committee and the Governor. The bill aims to leverage the expertise and resources of ADMH and ADVA to address the behavioral health needs of Alabama veterans and their families, with a focus on evidence-based practices and ongoing oversight and evaluation.
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Bill Summary: Veterans, to establish and operate a statewide integrated health care system dedicated to Alabama veterans and their immediate family members
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 8 : Andrew Jones (R)*, Donnie Chesteen (R), Tom Butler (R), Keith Kelley (R), Rob Stewart (D), Linda Coleman-Madison (D), Merika Coleman (D), Will Barfoot (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/08/2024
• Last Action: Enacted
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MO bill #HB1658 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Creates exceptions for the release of public records relating to the death of a law enforcement officer in the line of duty
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates exceptions for the release of public records relating to the death of a law enforcement officer in the line of duty. Specifically, it allows law enforcement agencies to deny public access to audio or video recordings depicting the death of a law enforcement officer, except where a court finds that the public interest or the interest of an individual outweighs the reason for denial. The bill also allows law enforcement agencies to provide access to such recordings to the deceased officer's family members under established protocols. Additionally, the bill does not prohibit the use of these recordings as evidence in legal proceedings.
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Bill Summary: Creates exceptions for the release of public records relating to the death of a law enforcement officer in the line of duty
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lane Roberts (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/04/2023
• Last Action: Referred: General Laws(H)
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MO bill #HB2477 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Establishes the "Dietitian Licensure Compact"
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "Dietitian Licensure Compact," which facilitates interstate practice of dietetics by allowing licensed dietitians to obtain a "Compact Privilege" to practice in other member states. The compact aims to increase public access to dietetics services, eliminate the need for multiple state licenses, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance cooperation among states in regulating dietitians. The bill outlines the requirements for obtaining a Compact Privilege, the responsibilities of member states, the powers and duties of the Compact Commission, and the process for dispute resolution and enforcement. The compact will take effect when seven states have enacted it into law.
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Bill Summary: Establishes the "Dietitian Licensure Compact"
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jo Doll (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Referred: General Laws(H)
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VA bill #SB300 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Voter registration; list maintenance activities, cancellation procedures, required record matches.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires certain identification information to be included on lists received by the Department of Elections for list maintenance purposes, and requires the Department to compare those lists to the list of registered voters to determine the confidence score for any matches. Matches with a confidence score of at least 80 are transmitted to the appropriate general registrars. The bill prohibits the use of voter data from other states or jurisdictions for list maintenance purposes when the data file does not include a unique identifier for each individual. The bill also requires the Department to annually review the validity, completeness, accuracy, and reliability of data sources used for list maintenance activities, and to send notice prior to cancelling a voter's record regardless of the reason. Finally, the bill clarifies that cancellation records must be created and made publicly available in accordance with FOIA and the National Voter Registration Act.
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Bill Summary: Voter registration; list maintenance activities; cancellation procedures; required record matches; required identification information; data standards. Requires certain, specified identification information to be included on the lists received by the Department of Elections for list maintenance purposes and requires the Department, upon receiving any such list, to do an initial comparison of the information included on such list with the list of registered voters and determine the confidence score for any match. Matches with a confidence score of at least 80 are transmitted to the appropriate general registrars. The bill prohibits the use of voter data received from another state or jurisdiction or through a list comparison for list maintenance purposes when the data file does not include a unique identifier for each individual whose information is contained in the data file. The bill requires the Department of Elections to annually review all sources of data utilized for list maintenance activities for the purpose of determining the validity, completeness, accuracy, and reliability of the data received from each source, and to include the results of such review in its annual report to the Committees on Privileges and Elections regarding its list maintenance activities. The bill requires the general registrars to send notice prior to cancelling a voter's record regardless of the reason for cancellation. Lastly, the bill clarifies that when a voter's registration is canceled, a cancellation record must be created, and that such records are public in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and the National Voter Registration Act. The bill includes numerous technical amendments for organizational purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Aaron Rouse (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 03/25/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Vetoed by Governor
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VA bill #SB212 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Virginia Small Business Economic Development Act; established.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Virginia Small Business Economic Development Act to provide a regulatory and registration scheme for skill game machines in the Commonwealth. The bill authorizes and specifies the registration requirements for the distribution, operation, hosting, and play of skill game machines, as defined in the bill. The bill imposes a 25 percent tax on the gross receipts from the play of each skill game machine, with most of the tax proceeds being deposited into the PreK-12 Priority Fund. The bill directs the Virginia Lottery Board to promulgate regulations by January 1, 2027 to implement the provisions of the bill, and authorizes the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority to grant provisional registrations beginning July 1, 2024 to entities that meet the requirements for skill game machines.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Small Business Economic Development Act established; regulation of skill game machines; penalties. Establishes the Virginia Small Business Economic Development Act for the purpose of providing a regulatory and registration scheme for skill game machines in the Commonwealth. The bill authorizes and specifies the registration requirements for the distribution, operation, hosting, and play of skill game machines, as defined in the bill. The bill imposes a 25 percent tax on the gross receipts from the play of each skill game machine from each distributor and provides for the use of such tax proceeds, with most being deposited into the PreK-12 Priority Fund, established in the bill. The bill directs the Virginia Lottery Board to promulgate regulations no later than January 1, 2027, to implement the provisions of the bill and authorizes the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority to grant a provisional registration, beginning July 1, 2024, to any entity that provides a laboratory certification from a laboratory approved by the Authority that the game being distributed, operated, or placed in an establishment meets the definition and requirements of a skill game machine. Virginia Small Business Economic Development Act established; regulation of skill game machines; penalties. Establishes the Virginia Small Business Economic Development Act for the purpose of providing a regulatory and registration scheme for skill game machines in the Commonwealth. The bill authorizes and specifies the registration requirements for the distribution, operation, hosting, and play of skill game machines, as defined in the bill. The bill imposes a 25 percent tax on the gross receipts from the play of each skill game machine from each distributor and provides for the use of such tax proceeds, with most being deposited into the PreK-12 Priority Fund, established in the bill. The bill directs the Virginia Lottery Board to promulgate regulations no later than January 1, 2027, to implement the provisions of the bill and authorizes the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority to grant a provisional registration, beginning July 1, 2024, to any entity that provides a laboratory certification from a laboratory approved by the Authority that the game being distributed, operated, or placed in an establishment meets the definition and requirements of a skill game machine.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Aaron Rouse (D)*, Timmy French (R)*, Louise Lucas (D)*, Suhas Subramanyam (D), Angelia Williams Graves (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 15 • Actions: 69
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Vetoed by Governor
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MN bill #SF3567 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Omnibus Education policy bill
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Requires school districts and charter schools to adopt a cell phone policy by March 15, 2025 and collaborate with education associations to develop best practices for minimizing the impact of cell phones on student behavior, mental health, and academic achievement. - Amends requirements for postsecondary institutions to notify a student's school when the student withdraws from or stops attending a concurrent enrollment course. - Provides that schools can use student performance on statewide assessments as one of multiple criteria to determine grade promotion or retention, and as a percentage of a high school student's final course grade. - Modifies requirements for teacher evaluation, including requiring school districts and charter schools to develop a teacher evaluation and peer review process, and establishes restrictions on assigning students to teachers undergoing discipline. - Requires school boards to adopt a language access plan specifying the district's process for providing language assistance to students and families. - Establishes protections for student journalists' free speech and press rights, and requires districts to adopt a related policy. - Requires the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board to conduct an audit evaluating whether approved teacher training programs meet reading standards. - Makes changes to the Read Act, including requirements for evidence-based reading instruction and interventions, and professional development for teachers and staff. - Modifies eligibility and enrollment requirements for the voluntary prekindergarten program, and changes the allocation of program seats. - Prohibits public libraries from banning or restricting access to materials based solely on viewpoint. The bill also includes provisions related to special education, charter schools, nutrition and libraries, health and safety, early learning, and education partnerships and compacts.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; modifying provisions for prekindergarten through grade 12 education including general education, education excellence, teachers, the Read Act, special education, charter schools, nutrition and libraries, health and safety, early learning, and education partnerships and compacts; requiring reports; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 120A.05, subdivision 10a, by adding a subdivision; 120A.22, subdivision 12; 120A.35; 120B.022, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 120B.11, as amended; 120B.13, subdivision 4; 120B.21; 121A.22, subdivisions 2, 4; 121A.2207, subdivision 1; 121A.41, subdivision 8; 122A.091, subdivision 5; 122A.092, by adding a subdivision; 122A.181, by adding a subdivision; 122A.182, by adding a subdivision; 122A.185, subdivision 3; 122A.20, by adding a subdivision; 122A.33, subdivision 2; 123B.37, subdivision 2; 124D.09, subdivisions 7, 10, 10b; 124D.12; 124D.151, as amended; 124D.60, subdivision 1; 124D.61; 124E.01, subdivision 1; 124E.05, subdivisions 2, 3, 5; 124E.07; 124E.10, subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 124E.12, subdivision 2; 124E.14, as amended; 124E.17; 124E.26; 125A.02, subdivision 1a, as amended; 125A.27, subdivision 8; 125A.56, subdivision 1; 127A.70, subdivision 1; 128C.02, by adding a subdivision; 260E.14, subdivision 1, as amended; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 13.32, subdivision 5; 120B.021, subdivision 1; 120B.024, subdivision 1; 120B.1117; 120B.1118, subdivisions 7, 10, by adding a subdivision; 120B.117, subdivision 4; 120B.12, subdivisions 1, 2, 2a, 3, 4, 4a; 120B.123, subdivisions 1, 2, 5, 7; 120B.124, subdivision 2, by adding subdivisions; 120B.125; 120B.30, subdivisions 7, 12, by adding a subdivision; 120B.302; 120B.305; 120B.31, subdivision 4; 120B.36, subdivision 1; 121A.041, subdivisions 2, 3; 121A.20, subdivision 2; 121A.642, by adding a subdivision; 122A.18, subdivision 1; 122A.181, subdivision 2; 122A.183, subdivision 2; 122A.184, subdivision 1; 122A.185, subdivision 1; 122A.40, subdivision 8; 122A.41, subdivision 5; 122A.631, subdivisions 2, 4; 122A.70, subdivision 2; 124D.09, subdivisions 5, 12; 124D.094, subdivisions 2, 3; 124D.111, subdivision 2a; 124D.165, subdivisions 2, 2a; 124D.42, subdivision 8; 124E.02, as amended; 124E.03, subdivisions 2, 9; 124E.06, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 124E.11; 124E.12, subdivision 1; 124E.16, subdivision 1; 125A.08; 126C.40, subdivision 6; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 121A; 122A; 123B; 127A; 134; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 120B.31, subdivisions 2, 6; 122A.2451, subdivision 9; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 122A.185, subdivision 4; Laws 2017, First Special Session chapter 5, article 8, section 9. 1 SF3567 REVISOR CR S3567-3 3rd Engrossment
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Steve Cwodzinski (D)*, Mary Kunesh (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 52
• Last Amended: 05/15/2024
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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MO bill #HB2734 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Modifies standards relating to mining practices
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies standards relating to mining practices in Missouri. Key provisions include: - Requiring mining permit applicants to submit detailed plans on mining operations, environmental impacts, and mitigation measures, with opportunities for public comment. - Establishing new requirements and restrictions on mining activities, such as setback distances from certain locations, air and water monitoring, and reclamation plans. - Allowing political subdivisions to enact local ordinances prohibiting new or expanded mining operations. - Requiring annual reporting from permit holders on mining activities, environmental impacts, and emissions. - Increasing penalties for unlawful mining without a permit. - Directing the Department of Natural Resources to develop model standards and criteria for mining operations that can be used by local governments. - Establishing new requirements for mining of specific minerals like silica sand, cobalt, and rare earth elements due to their environmental and health impacts. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen regulation and oversight of mining activities in Missouri to better protect the environment, public health, and local communities.
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Bill Summary: Modifies standards relating to mining practices
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Eric Woods (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2024
• Last Action: Referred: General Laws(H)
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MN bill #SF4399 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Omnibus Human Services policy bill
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to human services laws in Minnesota, including: - Modifying laws regarding disability services, aging services, and substance use disorder treatment services. This includes changes to assessment and planning requirements for disability services, enhanced rates for personal care assistance and community first services and supports, and requirements for substance use disorder treatment programs. - Modernizing language in the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Act, including expanding definitions and responsibilities of the Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing State Services Division. - Expanding application of bloodborne pathogen testing to nonsecure direct care and treatment programming, such as the Minnesota Sex Offender Program. - Making technical corrections and repealing obsolete language across various human services statutes. The bill aims to improve services, access, and outcomes for Minnesotans with disabilities, older adults, and those needing substance use disorder treatment. It also enhances oversight, reporting, and coordination between state agencies and community providers.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying and establishing laws regarding disability services, aging services, and substance use disorder treatment services; modernizing language in the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Act; expanding application of bloodborne pathogen testing to nonsecure direct care and treatment programming; making technical corrections and repealing obsolete language; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 144A.20, subdivision 4; 144G.30, subdivision 5; 144G.45, subdivision 3; 148F.025, subdivision 2; 245A.11, subdivision 2, as amended; 245D.071, subdivisions 3, 4; 245D.081, subdivisions 2, 3; 245D.09, subdivision 3; 245D.091, subdivisions 3, 4; 245D.10, subdivision 1; 245F.02, subdivisions 17, 21; 245F.08, subdivision 3; 245F.15, subdivision 7; 245G.031, subdivision 2; 245G.04, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivisions 6, 7; 246.71, subdivisions 3, 4, 5; 246.711; 246.712, subdivisions 1, 2; 246.713; 246.714; 246.715, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 246.716, subdivisions 1, 2, as amended; 246.717; 246.721, as amended; 246.722; 254A.03, subdivision 1; 254B.03, subdivision 4; 256.975, subdivision 7e; 256B.0659, subdivision 17a; 256B.0759, subdivision 4; 256B.0911, subdivision 24; 256B.092, by adding a subdivision; 256B.49, by adding a subdivision; 256B.4905, subdivision 12; 256B.69, subdivision 5k, by adding a subdivision; 256B.85, subdivisions 2, 6, 6a, 7a, 11, 17, 20, by adding a subdivision; 256C.21; 256C.23, subdivisions 1a, 2, 2a, 2b, 2c, 6, 7, by adding a subdivision; 256C.233, subdivisions 1, 2; 256C.24, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 256C.26; 256C.261; 256C.28, subdivision 1; 256R.08, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 402A.16, subdivision 2; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 245G.05, subdivision 3; 245G.09, subdivision 3; 245G.11, subdivision 10; 245G.22, subdivisions 2, 17; 245I.04, subdivision 18; 254A.19, subdivision 3; 254B.04, subdivisions 1a, 2a, 6, by adding a subdivision; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 5; 254B.181, subdivision 1; 256B.057, subdivision 9; 256B.0659, subdivision 24; 256B.0759, subdivision 2; 256B.4914, subdivisions 4, 10, 10a; 256B.85, subdivision 13a; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 11, section 38, as amended; article 13, section 75; Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 8, section 13, subdivision 2; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 245G.011, subdivision 5; 245G.22, subdivision 4; 252.34; 256.01, subdivision 39; 256.975, subdivisions 7f, 7g; 256R.18. 1 SF4399 REVISOR DTT S4399-3 3rd Engrossment
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• Introduced: 02/28/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : John Hoffman (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 05/15/2024
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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AL bill #SB207 • Last Action 05/17/2024
Interstate compact; dieticians
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement that facilitates the practice of dietetics across state lines. The key provisions of the bill include: - Creating the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, a governmental agency comprising member states that have enacted the compact, to administer and enforce the compact's provisions. - Allowing licensed dietitians to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states, provided they meet certain qualifications like holding an unencumbered license in their home state. - Establishing rules and procedures for member states to share licensure, investigative, and disciplinary information through a coordinated data system. - Outlining the compact commission's authority to adopt rules, provide oversight, resolve disputes, and enforce the compact's provisions against member states. - Specifying the process for states to join, withdraw from, and amend the compact. The bill is designed to improve public access to dietetics services, facilitate interstate practice, and enhance cooperation among member states in regulating the profession. The compact is set to take effect once seven states have enacted it into law.
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Bill Summary: Interstate compact; dieticians
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• Introduced: 03/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 22 : Kirk Hatcher (D)*, Andrew Jones (R), Rodger Smitherman (D), Tom Butler (R), Gerald Allen (R), Sam Givhan (R), Tim Melson (R), David Sessions (R), Josh Carnley (R), Lance Bell (R), Keith Kelley (R), Shay Shelnutt (R), Wes Kitchens (R), Larry Stutts (R), Chris Elliott (R), Dan Roberts (R), Jabo Waggoner (R), Arthur Orr (R), Rob Stewart (D), Merika Coleman (D), Linda Coleman-Madison (D), Billy Beasley (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 05/08/2024
• Last Action: Enacted
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MO bill #HB2824 • Last Action 05/16/2024
Modifies provisions relating to health care
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies various provisions related to healthcare in Missouri. Key provisions include: - Requiring all members of ambulance district boards to complete continuing education training, with disqualification from the board for failure to do so. - Requiring ambulance services to have a designated administrator who must complete training on ambulance service operations. - Allowing the Department of Health and Senior Services to take disciplinary action against financially insolvent or poorly performing ambulance services, including appointing another service to temporarily operate in the affected area. - Expanding the definition of "telehealth" to include audio-only technologies and prohibiting limits on the choice of electronic platforms used. - Increasing the annual limit on the purchase of pseudoephedrine and ephedrine products from 43.2 grams to 61.2 grams. - Requiring referral agencies that connect individuals with long-term care facilities to disclose any financial relationships and obtain written agreements from prospective residents. - Establishing a Dialectical Behavior Therapy Task Force to study and make recommendations on improving access to this evidence-based treatment. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen oversight and standards for ambulance services, expand telehealth options, address methamphetamine precursor limits, regulate long-term care facility referrals, and explore ways to improve dialectical behavior therapy access.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to health care
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• Introduced: 02/27/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Stephens (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/09/2024
• Last Action: Dropped from Calendar - Pursuant to House Rules (H)
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CA bill #AB2657 • Last Action 05/16/2024
Social Media Commission.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would establish the Social Media Commission to investigate the impacts of social media on the mental health of children and adolescents, and make recommendations on how to best mitigate these impacts. The commission would be composed of seven subcommittees, including parents, adolescents, educators, researchers, media/technology experts, policy experts, and mental health professionals. The commission would be required to submit a report to the Legislature and Governor by April 1, 2026, summarizing the research and providing policy recommendations on regulating social media to enhance youth safety and well-being. The bill aims to address the growing concern over the negative effects of social media usage on the mental health of minors, and proposes a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to addressing this issue through the work of the Social Media Commission.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Division 22 (commencing with Section 28000) to the Health and Safety Code, relating to social media.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joaquin Arambula (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/21/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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CA bill #AB2200 • Last Action 05/16/2024
Guaranteed Health Care for All.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the California Guaranteed Health Care for All Act, would create the California Guaranteed Health Care for All program, or CalCare, to provide comprehensive universal single-payer health care coverage and a health care cost control system for the benefit of all residents of the state. CalCare would be governed by the CalCare Board, which would have all powers and duties necessary to establish and implement CalCare. The bill would provide that CalCare cover a wide range of medical benefits and other services, and would incorporate health care benefits and standards of other existing federal and state provisions, including Medi-Cal and Medicare. The bill would provide for automatic enrollment in CalCare and prohibit discrimination in the provision of health care services. The bill would also establish an Office of Health Equity within CalCare to ensure health equity, and would create funding mechanisms, including the CalCare Trust Fund, to fund the program. The bill would require the board to seek federal waivers and approvals to allow various existing federal health care payments to be paid to CalCare.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Title 23 (commencing with Section 100600) to the Government Code, relating to health care coverage, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 22 : Ash Kalra (D)*, Isaac Bryan (D)*, Damon Connolly (D)*, Alex Lee (D)*, Wendy Carrillo (D)*, Dave Cortese (D), Lena Gonzalez (D), Dawn Addis (D), Josh Becker (D), Mia Bonta (D), Laura Friedman (D), Matt Haney (D), Chris Holden (D), Corey Jackson (D), John Laird (D), Luz Rivas (D), Kevin McCarty (D), Tina McKinnor (D), Liz Ortega (D), Eloise Reyes (D), Miguel Santiago (D), Phil Ting (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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CA bill #AB2881 • Last Action 05/16/2024
The Social Housing Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would enact the Social Housing Act and create the California Housing Authority (CHA) as an independent state body. The CHA's core mission would be to ensure that social housing developments align with the goals of eliminating the gap between housing production and regional housing needs assessment targets, and preserving affordable housing. The bill would prescribe the composition of the CHA Board, set forth its powers and duties, and require the CHA to seek revenue neutrality and maximize the number of Californians who can be housed without rent burden. The CHA would prioritize developing vacant, underutilized, and public parcels, including those near transit, and would accommodate displaced residents. The bill would establish two leasing models - rental and ownership (limited equity arrangement) - and set eligibility requirements for residents, who would participate in the operation and management of their housing. The bill would create a Social Housing Revolving Loan Fund and authorize the CHA to issue revenue bonds to finance its activities.
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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: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Alex Lee (D)*, Steve Bennett (D), Matt Haney (D), Corey Jackson (D), Ash Kalra (D), Kevin McCarty (D), Caroline Menjivar (D), Anthony Rendon (D), Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D), Chris Ward (D), Wendy Carrillo (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/15/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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CA bill #AB2591 • Last Action 05/16/2024
Local government: youth commissions.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require cities and counties to establish youth commissions in response to petitions from high school students and youth aged 13 to 18 years old residing in their jurisdictions. The bill sets specific requirements for the composition, selection, rights, and responsibilities of the youth commissions, including that they meet at least twice per month and have representatives attend city council or county board of supervisors meetings. The bill also requires at least one governing body member to attend at least one youth commission meeting per month. The bill addresses this as a matter of statewide concern, applying to all cities including charter cities, and includes provisions for state reimbursement of any mandated local costs.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 3.5 (commencing with Section 25050) to Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 2 of Title 3 of, and to add Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 36850) to Part 2 of Division 3 of Title 4 of, the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Sharon Quirk-Silva (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/09/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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MA bill #S1488 • Last Action 05/16/2024
Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the existential threats posed by nuclear weapons and climate change to the commonwealth of Massachusetts
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a special citizens commission to investigate and make recommendations regarding the transition away from the development and production of nuclear weapons within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts towards the development and production of green technologies needed to address the climate emergency. The commission will examine the extent to which jobs, businesses, and communities in the Commonwealth are dependent on the development and production of nuclear weapons, as well as the financial or legal measures that may assist or encourage the transition from nuclear weapons-related activities to those that directly address the climate emergency. The commission will also determine what assistance from the federal government would be needed to implement its recommendations and how Massachusetts might leverage the federal government to provide such assistance. The commission will be composed of 11 Massachusetts residents, with appointments made by the Speaker of the House, Senate President, Secretary of the Commonwealth, Attorney General, and Governor. The commission will hold public hearings and report its findings and recommendations to the state legislature and federal representatives by December 31, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Relative to the existential threats posed by nuclear weapons and climate change to the commonwealth of Massachusetts. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Jo Comerford (D)*, Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Jake Oliveira (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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CA bill #AB2982 • Last Action 05/16/2024
Prenatal-to-3 working group.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the California Health and Human Services Agency to establish a 12-member working group by March 1, 2025, to create recommendations for a statewide, comprehensive, and equity-focused prenatal-to-3 system agenda. The working group will review current policies and practices related to early childhood systems, including the infrastructure and needs of First 5 county commissions, and outline additional recommendations for system-building, financing, data, and the needs of specific subpopulations of young children. The working group will submit its recommendations to the administration and the Legislature by January 31, 2026, and provide updates to the Early Childhood Policy Council before that date. The bill also repeals this section on January 1, 2030.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Chapter 35 (commencing with Section 10493) of Part 1.8 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to health and human services.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Eloise Reyes (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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CA bill #SB1012 • Last Action 05/16/2024
The Regulated Psychedelic Facilitators Act and the Regulated Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: 1. Establishes the Regulated Psychedelic Facilitators Act, which creates the Board of Regulated Psychedelic Facilitators within the Department of Consumer Affairs to license and regulate psychedelic facilitators. The bill sets education, training, and licensing requirements for psychedelic facilitators. 2. Enacts the Regulated Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Act to establish a comprehensive system to control and regulate the production, distribution, and sale of regulated psychedelic substances for use in conjunction with regulated psychedelic facilitation at approved locations. The bill establishes the Division of Regulated Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy to administer and enforce this system, and creates advisory and oversight committees to guide the division's rulemaking. 3. Amends the California Uniform Controlled Substances Act to provide exceptions for the lawful activities authorized under the two new acts. 4. Declares that contracts related to the operation of licenses under the two new acts are enforceable, even if the activities are prohibited by federal law. 5. Makes the provisions of the bill applicable to all cities, including charter cities, as a matter of statewide concern.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 101 and 729 of, to add Chapter 7.1 (commencing with Section 3200) to Division 2 of, and to add Division 11 (commencing with Section 27000) to, the Business and Professions Code, to add Section 1550.6 to the Civil Code, and to amend Sections 11350, 11351, 11352, 11364.7, 11377, 11378, 11379, 11390, and 11391 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Scott Wiener (D)*, Josh Lowenthal (D), Marie Waldron (R), Josh Becker (D), Steve Bradford (D), Isaac Bryan (D), Bill Dodd (D), Matt Haney (D), Corey Jackson (D), Ash Kalra (D), Alex Lee (D), Anthony Rendon (D), Nancy Skinner (D), Lori Wilson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/20/2024
• Last Action: May 16 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.
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CA bill #AB3020 • Last Action 05/16/2024
2-1-1 Infrastructure Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the 2-1-1 Strategic Advisory Committee within the Office of Planning and Research to support the equitable access and coordination of 2-1-1 services statewide. The committee would be tasked with identifying funding sources, recommending policies, and encouraging the development of California's 2-1-1 infrastructure to promote equity, strengthen wildfire resilience, and increase public health and safety. The bill also requires the committee's meetings to be open to the public and subject to the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 16.6 (commencing with Section 18998.6) to Part 6 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to telecommunications.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Eloise Reyes (D)*, Corey Jackson (D), Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R), Richard Roth (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/15/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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CA bill #SB1436 • Last Action 05/16/2024
California Tax Policy Oversight Board.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would establish the California Tax Policy Oversight Board within the Government Operations Agency until January 1, 2035. The board would consist of the Controller, Director of Finance, Chairperson of the State Board of Equalization, the Treasurer, and the Secretary of the Government Operations Agency. The board would work collaboratively with the Franchise Tax Board, California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, State Board of Equalization, and Office of Tax Appeals to provide transparent forums for discussing tax policy concerns, receiving public input, and making recommendations to promote clarity and communication. The board would be required to hold at least two meetings per year and submit annual reports to the Governor, Legislative Analyst's Office, and Legislature.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend, repeal, and add Section 12803.2 of, and to add and repeal Part 8.6 (commencing with Section 15565) of Division 3 of Title 2 of, the Government Code, relating to state government.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Allen (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/24/2024
• Last Action: May 16 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.
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CA bill #AB2329 • Last Action 05/16/2024
Energy: California Affordable Decarbonization Authority.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and the Energy Commission to jointly authorize the establishment of the California Affordable Decarbonization Authority, a nonprofit public benefit corporation governed by an independent board of directors. The bill would create the Climate Equity Trust Fund, separate from state funds, to be administered by the Authority for the benefit of electricity customers and to promote affordable electricity rates. The fund would be used to support various decarbonization, clean energy, and affordability initiatives, including transportation and building electrification, distributed energy resources, and programs for low-income customers. The PUC and Energy Commission would review and approve the Authority's spending plans and oversee its activities to ensure the Trust Fund is operated efficiently.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Division 8 (commencing with Section 19000) to the Public Utilities Code, relating to energy.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Al Muratsuchi (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/21/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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NY bill #A10266 • Last Action 05/15/2024
Makes various amendments to requirements for web-based videoconferencing of public meetings.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various amendments to requirements for web-based videoconferencing of public meetings. Key provisions include: - Making the use of web-based videoconferencing with closed captioning abilities mandatory for public bodies, with a minimum number of members required to be physically present for elected officials and at least the presiding officer required to be present for appointed boards and commissions. - Requiring public bodies to adopt written procedures governing member and public attendance, and allowing members with disabilities to be considered present for quorum purposes if they participate remotely. - Enhancing public notice requirements for meetings using videoconferencing, including informing the public of how to view, participate, and access related documents. - Mandating the streaming and recording of public meetings with closed captioning, and maintaining an official government website for each public body. - Expanding the definition of "public body" and defining "videoconferencing" to provide more clarity around the application of these requirements. - Directing the state's Office of Technology to facilitate the use of accessible, web-based videoconferencing applications for public meetings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law and the state technology law, in relation to requirements for open meetings; and to amend part WW of chapter 56 of the laws of 2022 amending the public officers law relating to permitting videoconferencing and remote participation in public meetings under certain circumstances, in relation to making such provisions permanent
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• Introduced: 05/15/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : Tony Simone (D)*, Harvey Epstein (D), Al Stirpe (D), Rebecca Seawright (D), Deborah Glick (D), Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn (D), Andrew Hevesi (D), Emily Gallagher (D), Maryjane Shimsky (D), Alicia Hyndman (D), Keith Brown (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/15/2024
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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OK bill #HB3035 • Last Action 05/15/2024
Professions and occupations; Allopathic Medical and Surgical Licensure and Supervision Act; licenses; investigator duties; physicians or surgeons; inactive status; executive director duties; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Allopathic Medical and Surgical Licensure and Supervision Act. It clarifies when the State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision meets, modifies terms related to issuing licenses, updates investigator duties, and changes Executive Director duties. Importantly, the bill authorizes the Board to issue temporary, conditional, restricted, or otherwise circumscribed licenses as necessary for public health, safety, and welfare. It also establishes the Allied Professional Peer Assistance Program to help rehabilitate allied medical professionals struggling with substance abuse.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 488, 493.3, 512, and 518.1, which relate to the Oklahoma Allopathic Medical and Surgical Licensure and Supervision Act; clarifying when the State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision meets; modifying terms related to issuance of licenses; modifying investigator duties; modifying Executive Director duties; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Professions and occupations
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Preston Stinson (R)*, Jessica Garvin (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 05/13/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/15/2024
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MI bill #HB5725 • Last Action 05/15/2024
Civil rights: open meetings; members of a public body meeting as a board of a prepaid inpatient health plan; authorize remote meeting participation in certain circumstances. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to authorize remote meeting participation for members of public bodies in certain circumstances. The key provisions include: 1. Allowing public bodies to hold electronic meetings via telephone or video conferencing under certain conditions, such as to accommodate absent members due to military duty, medical conditions, or emergencies. 2. Requiring public bodies to provide notice and access for the public to participate remotely in electronic meetings, including providing the means for public comment. 3. Allowing certain types of public bodies, such as those related to agricultural commodities, municipal employee retirement systems, and prepaid health plans, to hold electronic meetings under more flexible circumstances. 4. Specifying that members participating remotely are considered present and in attendance for all purposes, except when a physical presence is required to establish a quorum. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for public bodies to hold meetings remotely while still ensuring public access and participation.
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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: 05/14/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 5 : Greg Alexander (R)*, Alicia St. Germaine (R), David Martin (R), Tom Kunse (R), Matt Bierlein (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/14/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/14/2024
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MN bill #HF3800 • Last Action 05/15/2024
Housing cooperatives; organization and operation provided for seniors, low and moderate income people, and limited equity cooperatives and leasing cooperatives for designated members.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new chapter in Minnesota law called the "Minnesota Cooperative Housing Act" that provides for the organization and operation of housing cooperatives for seniors, low and moderate income people, limited equity cooperatives, and leasing cooperatives for designated members. Key provisions of the bill include: - Defining various terms related to housing cooperatives, such as "occupant membership interests," "nonoccupant membership interests," "limited equity cooperative," and more. - Establishing requirements for the articles of organization, bylaws, membership, board of directors, officers, meetings, voting, and other operational aspects of housing cooperatives. - Providing rules for how cooperatives can merge, consolidate, or dissolve. - Allowing for the conversion of existing housing cooperatives organized under chapters 308A or 308B to become governed by this new chapter. - Making conforming changes to other areas of Minnesota law, such as tax and housing programs, to account for the new cooperative housing framework. The bill is effective August 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to cooperatives; providing for the organization and operation of housing cooperatives for seniors, low and moderate income people, limited equity cooperatives and leasing cooperatives for designated members; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 116J.395, subdivision 3; 273.11, subdivision 8; 273.124, subdivisions 3, 3a; 290.0922, subdivision 2; 327C.095, subdivision 5; 515B.3-101; 515B.3-103; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 273.124, subdivision 6; 290.0694, subdivision 1; 290A.03, subdivision 16; 462A.38, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 308C.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 8 : Matt Norris (D)*, Michael Howard (D), Sandra Feist (D), Danny Nadeau (R), Deb Kiel (R), Kristi Pursell (D), Larry Kraft (D), Cheryl Youakim (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: Secretary of State Chapter 96
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MS bill #HB1903 • Last Action 05/14/2024
Rankin County Stormwater Management Agency; authorize the establishment of.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the governing authorities of Rankin County, Mississippi, either alone or together with the governing authorities of municipalities and existing drainage districts within the county, to establish the Rankin County Stormwater Management Agency. The purpose of the agency is to manage stormwater and drainage within the county, which has experienced significant stormwater accumulation and runoff problems. The bill outlines the procedures for forming the agency, the composition and powers of the board of commissioners, and the authority to create a comprehensive stormwater management plan and impose a utility charge on landowners within the agency's territory to fund its operations. The bill also provides for the agency's ability to acquire property, enter into contracts, and issue bonds, among other powers.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Authorize The Governing Authorities Of Rankin County, Mississippi, On Their Own Or Together With One Or More Governing Authorities Of The Municipalities And Existing Drainage Districts Within The County, To Form The Rankin County Stormwater Management Agency; To Provide That The Purpose Of The Agency Is To Manage Stormwater And Drainage Within The County; To Provide That The Agency May Be Formed By The Passage Of An Ordinance Or Resolution That Is Duly Adopted By The Governing Authorities Of Each Participating Unit Of Local Government; To Provide That An Indirect Referendum May Be Held Concerning The Formation Of The Agency; To Provide That The Powers Of The Agency Shall Be Vested In The Appointed Board Of Commissioners; To Require The Agency, Through Its Board, To Create A Complete Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan Within 24 Months After The Creation Of The Agency; To Provide That The Agency Shall Annually Impose A Utility Charge Upon The Landowners Of Real Property Within The Territory Of The Agency; To Provide That Landowners May Object To The Amount Of The Utility Charge Imposed And That Such Objection Shall Be Heard By The Board Of Supervisors Of The County; To Require The Board To Take Certain Actions Concerning The Objection Of The Amount Of Such Utility Charge; To Require The Board Of Supervisors Of The County To Levy The Utility Charge Annually; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 03/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Lee Yancey (R)*, Celeste Hurst (R)*, Gene Newman (R)*, Brent Powell (R)*, Fred Shanks (R)*, Zakiya Summers (D)*, Mark Tullos (R)*, Lance Varner (R)*, Price Wallace (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/20/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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CO bill #HB1168 • Last Action 05/14/2024
Equal Access to Public Meetings
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires state and local public bodies in Colorado to ensure that public meetings are accessible in real-time through live streaming video or audio, and that meeting documents are posted on the public body's website at least 24 hours before the meeting. The bill also mandates that public bodies allow individuals to participate and offer public testimony remotely via video conferencing, unless the meeting is held in an area without broadband internet service. The public bodies must provide any requested auxiliary aids or services, such as accommodations for individuals with disabilities, in a timely manner. The failure to comply with these accessibility requirements is considered discrimination on the basis of disability.
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Bill Summary: The bill requires state and local public bodies (public bodies) to ensure that the following accessibility requirements are implemented by July 1, 2025: ! Any public meeting at which public business is discussed, formal action may be taken, or recommendations to the governing body of the public body may be discussed (meeting) held by a public body is required to be accessible in real time by live streaming video or audio that is recorded and accessible to individuals with disabilities; ! A public body is required to post on its website, at least 24 hours before a meeting, any documents that will be distributed during the meeting; ! For any meeting of a public body during which public testimony will be heard, the public body is required to allow any individual to participate in the meeting and offer public testimony by using a video conferencing platform unless the meeting occurs in a geographic location that lacks broadband internet service; and ! A public body is required to provide any auxiliary aids or services requested in time for the meeting for which they were requested. A public body may require that a request for auxiliary aids or services to attend a meeting of the public body with the use of the video conferencing platform be made up to 7 days before the date of the meeting. Nothing in the bill prohibits a public body from promulgating rules for the administration of public testimony so long as the rules apply to both in-person and remote testimony, and nothing in the bill requires a public body to provide hardware or software or internet or phone access at an individual's home. The failure of any public body to comply with the applicable requirements of the bill constitutes discrimination on the basis of disability. Any individual who is subjected to a violation is entitled to seek relief as currently provided in law.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Meg Froelich (D)*, Manny Rutinel (D)*, Nick Hinrichsen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/31/2024
• Last Action: House Committee on Appropriations Lay Over Unamended - Amendment(s) Failed
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MS bill #SB3217 • Last Action 05/14/2024
Rankin County Stormwater Management Agency; authorize the establishment of.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the governing authorities of Rankin County, Mississippi, to establish the Rankin County Stormwater Management Agency to manage stormwater and drainage within the county, including the ability to impose a utility charge on landowners to fund the agency's operations. The agency would have the power to construct, operate, and maintain a county-wide stormwater management system, and would be required to complete a comprehensive stormwater management plan within 24 months of its creation. The bill outlines the procedures for establishing the agency, its governing structure, and its various authorities, including the ability to issue bonds and borrow funds. The agency's utility charge would be subject to review and approval by the county's board of supervisors.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Authorize The Governing Authorities Of Rankin County, Mississippi, On Their Own Or Together With One Or More Governing Authorities Of The Municipalities And Existing Drainage Districts Within The County, To Form The Rankin County Stormwater Management Agency; To Provide That The Purpose Of The Agency Is To Manage Stormwater And Drainage Within The County; To Provide That The Agency May Be Formed By The Passage Of An Ordinance Or Resolution That Is Duly Adopted By The Governing Authorities Of Each Participating Unit Of Local Government, After A Duly Held Election In Which A Majority Of The Qualified Electors In The County Vote In Favor Of The Creation Of The Agency; To Provide That The Powers Of The Agency Shall Be Vested In The Appointed Board Of Commissioners; To Require The Agency, Through Its Board, To Create A Complete Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan Within 24 Months After The Creation Of The Agency; To Provide That The Agency Shall Annually Impose A Utility Charge Upon The Landowners Of Real Property Within The Territory Of The Agency; To Provide That Landowners May Object To The Amount Of The Utility Charge Imposed And That Such Objection Shall Be Heard By The Board Of Supervisors Of The County; To Require The Board To Take Certain Actions Concerning The Objection Of The Amount Of Such Utility Charge; To Require The Board Of Supervisors Of The County To Levy The Utility Charge Annually; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 04/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Josh Harkins (R)*, Dean Kirby (R)*, Brian Rhodes (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/03/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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AK bill #HB149 • Last Action 05/14/2024
Nursing: Licensure; Multistate Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact in Alaska, which allows nurses licensed in other compact states to practice nursing in Alaska under a multistate licensure privilege. The bill establishes requirements for obtaining a multistate nursing license, authorizes the Alaska Board of Nursing to regulate multistate licenses and take disciplinary action against nurses practicing under a multistate privilege, and aligns various state laws to recognize nurses practicing under the compact. The bill also adjusts nursing license fees to account for the multistate licenses.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the licensure of nursing professionals; relating to a multistate nurse licensure compact; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 11 : Mike Prax (R)*, Frank Tomaszewski (R), Julie Coulombe (R), Kevin McCabe (R), Laddie Shaw (R), Tom McKay (R), DeLena Johnson (R), Mike Cronk (R), Neal Foster (D), Stanley Wright (R), Will Stapp (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/01/2024
• Last Action: House Finance Hearing (10:00:00 5/14/2024 Adams 519)
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OK bill #SB742 • Last Action 05/14/2024
Ad valorem tax; requiring request and submission to county treasurer of the listing of assets by delinquent taxpayer after notice; requiring confidentiality; providing exception in Open Records Act. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma's ad valorem tax laws to require the county treasurer to request and receive a list of assets from a delinquent taxpayer after providing notice of delinquency. The information submitted by the delinquent taxpayer will be kept confidential and not available for public inspection under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. Additionally, the bill amends the Open Records Act to create an exception for the confidential asset information provided to the county treasurer. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: ad valorem tax - notice of delinquency - assets - confidentiality - exception to inspection - Oklahoma Open Records Act - exception - effective date ] AMENDMENT NO. 1. , Line 10, strike the enacting clause Passed the House of Representatives the 26th day of April, 2023. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives Passed the Senate the ____ day of __________, 2023. Presiding Officer of the Senate ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO. 742 By: Pederson of the Senate and Pfeiffer of the House [ ad valorem tax - notice of delinquency - assets - confidentiality - exception to inspection - Oklahoma Open Records Act - exception - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Roland Pederson (R)*, Carl Newton (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 04/27/2023
• Last Action: remove as principal author Representative Pfeiffer and substitute with Representative Newton
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MI bill #HB5719 • Last Action 05/14/2024
Natural resources: other; natural resources commission meeting requirements; modify. Amends sec. 501 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.501).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 501 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to modify the requirements for the Natural Resources Commission. The key provisions include: (1) the Commission shall have 7 members, with no more than 4 from the same political party, appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate; (2) the Commission must meet at least once per month, with meetings held in compliance with the Open Meetings Act and conducted via video conferencing; and (3) the Commission is responsible for appointing and overseeing the Director of the Department of Natural Resources.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"by amending section 501 (MCL 324.501).
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• Introduced: 05/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 6 : David Martin (R)*, Dave Prestin (R), Greg Markkanen (R), Cam Cavitt (R), Jaime Greene (R), Greg Alexander (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/09/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/09/2024
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WI bill #SB158 • Last Action 05/14/2024
Preliminary health care credentials granted to previously unlicensed individuals. (FE)
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes a social work licensure compact that facilitates interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The compact preserves the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety through the current system of state licensure. The bill creates a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to govern the compact, sets forth the requirements for states to participate in the compact and for social workers to obtain multistate licenses, and provides for the enforcement of the compact. The bill also makes various changes to the regulation of social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors in Wisconsin.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to renumber 457.25 (1); to amend 15.405 (7c) (a) 1., 15.405 (7c) (a) 2., 15.405 (7c) (a) 3., 15.405 (7c) (a) 4., 15.405 (7c) (am) 1., 15.405 (7c) (am) 3., 15.405 (7c) (c), 46.90 (4) (ab) 4., 48.56 (2), 48.561 (2), 49.45 (30j) (a) 1., 51.03 (6) (a), 55.043 (1m) (a) 4., 146.81 (1) (hg), 146.89 (1) (r) 6., 146.89 (1) (r) 7., 146.997 (1) (d) 11., 180.1901 (1m) (f), 252.14 (1) (ar) 7., 252.15 (1) (er), 253.10 (2) (f), 256.215 (2) (b), 257.01 (1) (a), 257.01 (1) (b), 303.08 (1) (f), 440.03 (13) (b) (intro.), 440.03 (14) (am), 440.043 (1), 440.08 (2) (a) (intro.), 440.094 (1) (c) 3. and 5., 440.094 (1) (c) 14., 440.15, 446.01 (1v) (m), 448.08 (4), 448.67 (4), 450.10 (3) (a) 10., chapter 457 (title), 457.01 (intro.), 457.01 (1c), 457.01 (1g), 457.01 (1r), 457.01 (2r), 457.01 (10), 457.02 (intro.), (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (5m) and (6) (c), 457.03 (2), 457.033, 457.035 (1) and (2), 457.04 (1), (2), (3), (4), (5) (a) and (b), (6) and (7), 457.09 (4) (b) 1. and 2., 457.20 (1) and (2), 457.24 (1), 457.26 (2) (intro.), 632.89 (1) (e) 4., 800.035 (2m) and 905.04 (1) (g); to repeal and recreate 632.89 (1) (dm); and to create 14.898, 440.03 (11m) (c) 2v., 440.03 (13) (c) 1. id., 440.094 (1) (c) 9g., 9m., 17. and 19., 440.095, subchapter I (title) of chapter 457 [precedes 457.01], 457.01 (5g), 457.01 (5i), 457.01 (12), 457.08 (4m), 457.25 (1g) and subchapter III of chapter 457 [precedes 457.70] of the statutes; relating to: preliminary health care credentials granted to previously unlicensed individuals and ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 04/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 28 : Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R)*, Rob Cowles (R)*, Mary Felzkowski (R)*, Dan Feyen (R)*, André Jacque (R)*, Howard Marklein (R)*, Duey Stroebel (R)*, Joy Goeben (R), Shae Sortwell (R), Dave Armstrong (R), Elijah Behnke (R), Ty Bodden (R), Mark Born (R), Barbara Dittrich (R), Bob Donovan (R), Gus Gustafson (R), Joel Kitchens (R), Tony Kurtz (R), Dave Murphy (R), Jeff Mursau (R), Jerry O'Connor (R), Loren Oldenburg (R), Will Penterman (R), Donna Rozar (R), Peter Schmidt (R), Michael Schraa (R), Paul Tittl (R), Chuck Wichgers (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82
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NJ bill #S3221 • Last Action 05/13/2024
Establishes "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force" within the Department of Agriculture. The task force, comprised of nine members including state officials and public members with expertise on invasive species, is tasked with studying efficient control methods, developing plans to prevent new invasive species and limit the spread of existing ones, restoring ecosystems, and coordinating a statewide response to the threat of invasive species. The task force must also prepare a comprehensive list of invasive species, update it every three years, and submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature on the state of invasive species in New Jersey.
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Bill Summary: This bill would establish the "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force" in the Department of Agriculture, comprised of nine members. The task force would be required to: (1) study the most efficient methods of controlling and limiting the spread of invasive species; (2) develop a plan to prevent new invasive species from entering the State and limit the continuing spread of invasive species that are already present; (3) develop a plan to restore threatened or fragile ecosystems to their natural condition; (4) repair damage caused by invasive species; (5) develop uniform policies and a coordinated response to the threat posed by invasive species to the State's native and agricultural vegetation, and ecological, cultural, historical, or infrastructure resources; (6) identify regulatory and statutory obstacles and inefficiencies at the federal, State, and local levels impeding the development or implementation of prevention, control, and restoration efforts; and (7) prepare a comprehensive invasive species management plan for the State that includes an estimate of the resources necessary for its implementation. The task force which would be comprised of five ex officio members or their designees, including the Secretary of Agriculture, the Commissioner of Environmental Protection, the Commissioner of Health, the State Forester, and the Executive Director of the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station at Rutgers, the State University. The task force would also include four public members, all of whom would have extensive knowledge of invasive species, to be appointed as follows: (1) two public members to be appointed by the Governor; (2) one public member to be appointed by the President of the Senate; and (3) one public member to be appointed by the Speaker of the Assembly. This bill would designate the Secretary of Agriculture and the Commissioner of Environmental Protection, or their respective designees, as co-chairpersons of the New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force. The task force would be required to hold quarterly meetings throughout the State, and at least one public meeting would be required to take place on an annual basis in southern New Jersey, central New Jersey, and northern New Jersey. The task force would also be required to prepare and update every three years, a comprehensive list of all invasive species in the State, and prepare an annual report to be submitted to the Governor and the Legislature.
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• Introduced: 05/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Linda Greenstein (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/14/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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MS bill #HB1450 • Last Action 05/13/2024
Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; authorize entrance for purpose of facilitating mobility of teachers married to service members.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the State of Mississippi to enter into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, which aims to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states. The compact establishes a streamlined pathway for teacher licensure, supports the relocation of eligible military spouses, and enhances the exchange of licensure information between states. The bill also creates the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission, which will have the power to promulgate rules and regulations to implement and administer the compact. The compact will come into effect when ten states have enacted it into law, and it can be amended by the member states.
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Bill Summary: An Act Entering The State Of Mississippi Into The Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact For The Purpose Of Facilitating The Mobility Of Teachers Across Member States To The Compact; To Establish A Collective Regulatory Framework That Expedites And Enhances The Ability Of Teachers To Move Across State Lines; To Set Out The Agreement Of The Contracting States And The Purpose Of The Compact; To Provide For The Membership Of The Education Commission Of The States And Prescribe The Powers And Duties Pertaining Thereto; To Establish The Committees Of The Commission; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Rob Roberson (R)*, Dana McLean (R)*, Jeffrey Hulum (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 05/06/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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MN bill #SF4271 • Last Action 05/13/2024
Omnibus Judiciary and Public Safety policy bill
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Provides that the perception of the odor of cannabis shall not serve as the sole basis to search a motor vehicle or the driver, passengers, or contents of the vehicle. - Requires independent investigations of incidents of law enforcement use of force resulting in death, with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's Independent Use of Force Investigations Unit conducting the investigation. - Expands the membership and responsibilities of the Public Safety Advisory Council, previously known as the Ensuring Police Excellence and Improving Community Relations Advisory Council. - Requires law enforcement agencies to submit individual peace officer data to the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board in real time for evaluation and identification of concerning patterns of behavior. - Allows Anoka County to build a jail and criminal justice center in any city within the county, and allows the Anoka County Sheriff to keep office at the jail and criminal justice center rather than the county seat. - Makes various changes to corrections provisions, including modifying requirements for inspections of correctional facilities, establishing a state correctional facilities security audit group, and creating a health care peer review committee. - Makes various changes to criminal provisions, including prohibiting the possession of detached catalytic converters without proper identification, modifying sentences and probation for certain offenses, and creating new crimes related to the sale of calcified human remains and confessions obtained through deception. - Makes various changes to public safety provisions, including modifying laws related to impaired driving, restraining orders, and victim notification. - Makes various changes to real property, trust, and guardianship provisions, including restricting homeowners associations from prohibiting in-home child care, clarifying the jurisdiction of courts over trust matters, and establishing requirements for property insurance coverage for transfer on death deed beneficiaries. - Enacts the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act, which establishes procedures for a special motion to dismiss certain causes of action related to the exercise of free speech and free press rights. - Makes various changes to contracts for deed involving residential real property and investor sellers, including imposing new disclosure requirements, prohibiting certain termination practices, and providing remedies for violations. - Makes various changes to the service of restraining and protection orders, including modifying service procedures and requiring cooperation and reasonable efforts by law enforcement.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; providing law for judiciary, public safety, law enforcement, corrections, crime, criminal justice, real property, trusts, guardianship, civil law, contracts for deed, and service of restraining and protection orders; requiring reports; providing criminal and civil penalties; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 5B.02; 5B.03, subdivision 3; 5B.04; 5B.05; 13.02, subdivision 3a; 13.045, subdivision 3; 13.84, subdivision 6; 13D.05, subdivision 3; 13D.06, subdivision 3; 117.042; 152.025, subdivision 4; 169A.03, by adding a subdivision; 169A.51, subdivision 3; 171.177, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12; 171.182, subdivisions 2, 3; 241.021, subdivisions 1h, 4b; 241.75, subdivision 2; 243.05, subdivision 1b; 243.166, subdivisions 1a, 3, 6, by adding a subdivision; 243.167, subdivision 1; 243.52, subdivision 2; 244.052, subdivision 3; 253B.02, subdivision 4d; 253B.18, subdivision 5a; 253D.14, subdivision 1; 260B.007, subdivisions 6, 16; 260B.198, subdivision 7; 260C.007, subdivision 6; 272.12; 480.15, subdivision 10c; 491A.01, subdivision 3a; 501C.0202; 501C.0204, subdivision 1; 507.071; 507.235, subdivisions 1a, 5; 513.73, subdivision 3; 518B.01, subdivisions 2, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6a, 7, 8, 8a, 9, 9a, 11, by adding a subdivision; 524.5-315; 524.5-317; 548.251, subdivision 2; 559.21, subdivisions 2a, 4, by adding subdivisions; 559.211, subdivision 1; 559.213; 563.01; 590.01, subdivision 4; 590.03; 593.50, subdivision 1; 604A.05, subdivision 1; 609.1056, by adding a subdivision; 609.14, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 609.324, subdivision 1; 609.748, subdivisions 3a, 5, 5b, by adding a subdivision; 611A.06, subdivision 3a, by adding a subdivision; 611A.212, subdivision 1; 611A.73, subdivision 4; 626.5534; 626.8435, subdivision 1; 626.8457, subdivision 3; 629.72, subdivisions 1, 7; 629.725; 629.73, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 146A.08, subdivision 1; 152.023, subdivision 2; 152.025, subdivision 2; 169A.51, subdivision 4; 214.10, subdivision 10; 241.021, subdivision 1; 243.166, subdivision 1b; 244.05, subdivision 5; 244.17, subdivision 3; 244.21, subdivision 2; 325E.21, subdivisions 1b, 11; 401.01, subdivision 2; 515B.2-103; 515B.3-102; 524.5-313; 609.1095, subdivision 1; 609.133, subdivision 4; 609.135, subdivision 2; 609.14, subdivision 1; 609.35; 609A.015, subdivision 3, as amended; 609A.02, subdivision 3; 611.41, subdivision 7; 611.55, subdivision 1; 611.56, subdivisions 1, 6; 611.57, subdivisions 1, 4; 611A.039, subdivision 1; 611A.52, subdivision 5; 629.292, subdivision 2; 638.12, subdivision 2; 638.15, subdivision 1; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 4, section 24, subdivisions 3, 4, 7; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 500; 507; 554; 609; 626; 627; 634; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota 1 SF4271 REVISOR KLL S4271-1 1st Engrossment Statutes, chapter 559A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 554.01; 554.02; 554.03; 554.04; 554.045; 554.05; 554.06; 559.201; 559.202.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Ron Latz (D)*, Clare Oumou Verbeten (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF3872, SF indefinitely postponed
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NJ bill #A4045 • Last Action 05/13/2024
Makes various changes to process for access to government records; appropriates $10 million.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various changes to the process for accessing government records in New Jersey. It amends the state's Open Public Records Act (OPRA) to clarify what types of records are considered exempt from public access, such as personal identifying information, security information, and certain academic research records. The bill also establishes new procedures for submitting and responding to OPRA requests, including creating a uniform request form and allowing custodians to direct requestors to records available on a public agency's website. Additionally, the bill strengthens the powers and responsibilities of the Government Records Council, the state agency tasked with mediating and adjudicating OPRA disputes. The bill also appropriates $10 million to help political subdivisions make government records electronically accessible and to fund the Government Records Council.
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Bill Summary: Makes various changes to process for access to government records; appropriates $10 million.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Joe Danielsen (D)*, Vicky Flynn (R)*, Reginald Atkins (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 05/10/2024
• Last Action: Substituted by S2930 (2R)
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VT bill #H0649 • Last Action 05/10/2024
An act relating to the Vermont Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law establishing the Vermont Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Key provisions include: - Extending the Commission's sunset date from July 1, 2026 to May 1, 2027, and extending the terms of the commissioners and Selection Panel members accordingly. - Reducing the size of the Selection Panel from 7 to 5 members, and clarifying the appointment process and panel member removal provisions. - Granting the Commission the ability to establish confidential support groups for individuals who have experienced discrimination, and establishing protections for the confidentiality of these group sessions. - Requiring the Commission's draft and final reports to include detailed information on sources and materials used, as well as interviews conducted. - Exempting the Commission's deliberative discussions from the state's Open Meeting Law, while requiring the Commission to post summaries of these meetings online. - Stating legislative intent that the Commission operate in an open, transparent, and inclusive manner, with exceptions to the Open Meeting Law to protect the safety and prevent further harm to participants.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Vermont Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Elizabeth Burrows (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 61
• Last Amended: 05/22/2024
• Last Action: House message: Governor allowed to become law without signature on May 13, 2024
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NJ bill #A4344 • Last Action 05/10/2024
Enters NJ into School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enters New Jersey into the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact. The purpose of the compact is to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology in educational or school settings, thereby improving the availability of school psychological services to the public. The compact establishes a pathway for school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses to provide services in any state that is a member of the compact. The compact outlines the requirements for a school psychologist to obtain and maintain an equivalent license in another member state, including holding an active home state license, satisfying state-specific requirements, and undergoing a criminal background check. Provisions are also made for active military members and their spouses. The compact creates the School Psychologist Licensure Interstate Compact Commission to facilitate information exchange between member states, engage in rulemaking, and oversee the enforcement of the compact.
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Bill Summary: This bill enters New Jersey into the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact. The purpose of the compact is to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology in educational or school settings, thereby improving the availability of school psychological services to the public. The compact establishes a pathway to allow school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses to provide services in any state that is a member of the compact. The compact outlines the requirements for a school psychologist to obtain and maintain an equivalent license in another member state. Provisions for active military members and their spouses are also made. The member states are to create the School Psychologist Licensure Interstate Compact Commission. Requirements for commission membership, voting, and meetings are set forth, along with the commission's powers and responsibilities. The commission is responsible for facilitating information exchange between member states; rule-making; and oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact.
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• Introduced: 05/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michele Matsikoudis (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/10/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee
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VT bill #S0055 • Last Action 05/10/2024
An act relating to updating Vermont's Open Meeting Law
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to update Vermont's Open Meeting Law. It clarifies that meetings of public bodies must be fully accessible and transparent, regardless of whether they are held in-person, remotely, or in a hybrid format. The bill defines new terms, such as "advisory body" and "hybrid meeting," and requires state non-advisory public bodies to hold meetings in a hybrid format, with both a physical location and an electronic platform. It also allows advisory bodies and public bodies during emergencies to meet remotely without a physical location. Additionally, the bill requires public bodies to record and post meetings for public access, and creates a working group to study and make recommendations for improving accessibility and participation in municipal meetings and elections.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to updating Vermont’s Open Meeting Law.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Alison Clarkson (D)*, Thomas Chittenden (D), Martine Gulick (D), Ruth Hardy (D), Nader Hashim (D), Richard McCormack (D), Kesha Ram Hinsdale (D), Tanya Vyhovsky (D), Anne Watson (D), Becca White (D), Irene Wrenner (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 77
• Last Amended: 06/06/2024
• Last Action: Senate Message: Signed by Governor May 30, 2024
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VT bill #H0630 • Last Action 05/10/2024
An act relating to improving access to high-quality education through community collaboration
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve access to high-quality education through community collaboration. The key provisions include: 1. Allowing and encouraging supervisory unions to create Boards of Cooperative Education Services (BOCES) to provide shared programs and services on a regional and statewide level, with the goal of maximizing the impact of available funding, reducing duplication, and equalizing educational opportunities. 2. Establishing a BOCES grant program to provide start-up funding for newly formed BOCES. 3. Amending existing laws to integrate BOCES into the education system, such as defining BOCES as public employers and allowing for employee organization. 4. Requiring supervisory unions to consider establishing BOCES by 2026, with the Secretary of Education reviewing the BOCES landscape by 2028 and making recommendations on potential expansion. 5. Providing additional funding and evaluation for the community schools program, which aims to coordinate comprehensive programs and services to meet student and family needs. The overall intent is to transform Vermont's educational system to ensure high-quality education for all students, sustainable and transparent use of public resources, and appropriate support from the Agency of Education.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to improving access to high-quality education through community collaboration.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Rebecca Holcombe (D)*, Edye Graning (D), Erin Brady (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 77
• Last Amended: 06/19/2024
• Last Action: House message: Governor allowed to become law without signature on June 10, 2024
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VT bill #H0247 • Last Action 05/10/2024
An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact in Vermont, allowing occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice across state lines under a "compact privilege." The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, a governing body that will oversee the compact, create rules, and facilitate interstate practice. - Allowing occupational therapists and assistants to obtain a compact privilege to practice in other member states, as long as they meet certain requirements like having an unencumbered home state license. - Granting member states the authority to take adverse action against a licensee's compact privilege, while the home state maintains exclusive power to take action against the home state license. - Requiring member states to participate in a coordinated data system to share licensure, investigative, and disciplinary information. - Providing the Compact Commission with rulemaking authority, oversight, and enforcement powers. - Specifying the process for states to join, withdraw from, and amend the compact. The bill also amends Vermont's existing laws to allow criminal background checks for occupational therapist licensure and to establish a reduced compact privilege fee for out-of-state licensees practicing in Vermont under the compact.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 49 : Mary-Katherine Stone (D)*, Joe Andriano (D), Angela Arsenault (D), Sarita Austin (D), John Bartholomew (D), Tiff Bluemle (D), Michelle Bos-Lun (D), Lucy Boyden (D), Jessica Brumsted (D), Elizabeth Burrows (D), Tesha Buss (D), Conor Casey (D), Ela Chapin (D), Heather Chase (D), Brian Cina (D), Esme Cole (D), Peter Conlon (D), Mari Cordes (D), Bobby Farlice-Rubio (D), Rey Garofano (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Edye Graning (D), Lisa Hango (R), Troy Headrick (D), Rebecca Holcombe (D), Jay Hooper (D), Bob Hooper (D), Noah Hyman (D), Emilie Krasnow (D), Kate Lalley (D), Saudia Lamont (D), Josie Leavitt (D), Kate McCann (D), Mike McCarthy (D), Brian Minier (D), Emma Mulvaney-Stanak (D), Kate Nugent (D), Carol Ode (D), Monique Priestley (D), Barbara Rachelson (D), Mike Rice (D), Taylor Small (D), Gabrielle Stebbins (D), Chris Taylor (R), Dave Templeman (D), Casey Toof (R), Dara Torre (D), Chea Waters Evans (D), Terri Williams (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 57
• Last Amended: 05/29/2024
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on May 23, 2024
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MA bill #S804 • Last Action 05/09/2024
To strengthen the management of the health care connector
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to strengthen the management of the Health Care Connector, which is a government-run health insurance exchange in Massachusetts. The key provisions of the bill are: 1) Expanding the Connector Board to 13 members, including representatives from the healthcare industry, small businesses, and consumer organizations; 2) Requiring the Connector to be subject to the state's open meeting and public records laws, making its operations more transparent; and 3) Mandating an annual review of the Connector's return on investment by the Secretary of Administration and Finance, with the findings reported to the state legislature.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to strengthen the management of the health care connector. Health Care Financing.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Tarr (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see H4634
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AL bill #SB336 • Last Action 05/09/2024
Research and Development Corridors; establishment of by counties and Class 1 municipalities as public corporation authorized; provide for the powers of research and development corridors.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes counties and Class 1 municipalities in Alabama to establish "Research and Development Corridors" as public corporations with the power to provide resources and support for qualified enterprises, such as those in advanced manufacturing, bioscience, and information technology. The bill outlines the process for incorporating a corridor, its governance structure, and the powers it can exercise, including the ability to issue financial obligations and receive public funding and tax abatements. The bill aims to encourage the development and growth of innovative economic opportunities in the state.
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Bill Summary: Research and Development Corridors; establishment of by counties and Class 1 municipalities as public corporation authorized; provide for the powers of research and development corridors.
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• Introduced: 04/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Jabo Waggoner (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 05/02/2024
• Last Action: Enacted
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MD bill #SB1068 • Last Action 05/09/2024
Department of Information Technology - Evaluation and Development of a 3-1-1 Portal Using Artificial Intelligence
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill states the intent of the General Assembly that the Department of Information Technology evaluate the feasibility of creating a statewide virtual 3-1-1 portal using artificial intelligence as a source for Maryland residents to obtain nonemergency government information and services. If the Department determines that the use of artificial intelligence in creating a virtual 3-1-1 portal is feasible, the bill directs the Department to prioritize the creation of the virtual 3-1-1 portal.
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Bill Summary: Stating the intent of the General Assembly that the Department of Information Technology evaluate the feasibility of creating a 3-1-1 portal utilizing artificial intelligence and that the Department prioritize the creation of the portal if feasible.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cheryl Kagan (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 05/15/2024
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 450
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SC bill #S1344 • Last Action 05/09/2024
Dietitian Licensure Compact Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Dietitian Licensure Compact Act" in South Carolina, which establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice of dietetics and improve public access to dietetics services. The compact preserves state regulatory authority while providing for licensure portability through a compact privilege granted to qualifying professionals. Key provisions include defining terms, outlining member state participation requirements, establishing the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, creating a coordinated data system, and detailing procedures for rulemaking, oversight, default, and dispute resolution. The bill also amends existing state law to require criminal background checks for dietitian license applicants and designates Chapter 21, Title 40 as the "Dietitian Licensure Compact".
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Enacting The "dietitian Licensure Compact Act" By Adding Article 1 To Chapter 21, Title 40 So As To Provide The Purposes, Functions, Operations, And Definitions For The Compact; By Amending Section 40-20-20, Relating To Definitions In The Dietetics Licensure Act, So As To Revise A Definition; By Amending Section 40-20-60, Relating To Applications For Licensure Under The Dietetics Licensure Act, So As To Require Certain Criminal Background Checks Of Applicants; And To Designate Chapter 21, Title 40 As The "dietitian Licensure Compact".
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• Introduced: 05/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 125th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Verdin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/09/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs
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MD bill #SB345 • Last Action 05/09/2024
Transportation - Vision Zero - Implementation
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes certain standards and requirements for implementing the Vision Zero program under the Maryland Department of Transportation. It designates a coordinator to oversee the implementation of Vision Zero, who must collaborate with other state and local agencies and hold quarterly public meetings on the program's progress. The bill outlines strategies for achieving the Vision Zero goal of zero vehicle-related deaths or serious injuries by 2030, and requires the Department of Transportation to submit an annual report on the status of Vision Zero and the coordinator's activities and findings.
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Bill Summary: Establishing certain standards and requirements for implementing the Vision Zero program under the Maryland Department of Transportation.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeff Waldstreicher (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 05/15/2024
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 603
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MS bill #HB4130 • Last Action 05/08/2024
"Mississippi Student Funding Formula"; create to provide funding mechanism for public schools.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the "Mississippi Student Funding Formula" to provide a new funding mechanism for public schools in the state. The key provisions are: This bill establishes a new funding formula called the "Mississippi Student Funding Formula" that will replace the current "Mississippi Adequate Education Program" (MAEP). The new formula will be implemented starting in fiscal year 2026 and set the student base amount at $6,695.34 per student in the first year, with annual inflationary adjustments thereafter. The bill defines various terms related to the new funding formula, including "base amount," "net enrollment," "final weighted enrollment," and others. It outlines how the base amount will be calculated each year, with components for instructional costs, administrative costs, ancillary personnel and expenses, and operation and maintenance of facilities. The bill establishes a weighted funding system that provides additional funding for certain student populations, including low-income students, English Language Learners, students with special education needs, gifted students, career/technical students, and students in sparsely populated districts. The weighted funding amounts are specified. The bill requires school districts and charter schools to report student enrollment and attendance data to determine net enrollment and final weighted enrollment for funding purposes. It gives the State Department of Education authority to withhold funding for inaccurate reporting. The bill establishes a process for determining the local contribution required from each school district and charter school toward the total funding formula, based on local property values and tax rates. The state will provide the remaining funding as the "state share." The bill requires a hold harmless provision to ensure school districts and charter schools receive at least the same amount of state funding in fiscal years 2025-2027 as they received in FY 2024 under the prior MAEP formula. The bill makes various conforming amendments to other sections of law to align with the new "Mississippi Student Funding Formula" and repeal the MAEP statutes.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Create The "mississippi Student Funding Formula" For The Purpose Of Funding Of Public Education In The State Of Mississippi; To Create New Section 37-151-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define Certain Terms, Including "net Enrollment," "total Funding Formula" And "weight"; To Create New Section 37-151-203, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Effective Fiscal Year 2026 And Every Year Thereafter, The State Board Of Education Shall Provide A Proposed Base-student Cost Adequate To Provide Certain Cost Components Of Educating Pupils In School Districts; To Provide That The Instructional Cost Shall Be Calculated By Dividing The Average Teacher Salary By The Student-to-teacher Ratio; To Provide The Formula For Administrative Cost, Ancillary Personnel And Expenses, And Operation And Maintenance Of Plant; To Create New Section 37-151-205, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish Various Weights To Be Applied To The Base Amount For Students Who Are Low-income Students, English Language Learners, Eligible For Special Education Services, Gifted, Enrolled In Career And Technical Education, And Residing In Sparsely Populated School Districts; To Create New Section 37-151-207, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Student Enrollment And Attendance Figures To Be Determined On The Basis Of Net Enrollment; To Create New Section 37-151-209, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That A School District Or Charter School Has Autonomy, Subject To Regulatory And Statutory Restrictions, In The Spending Of All Funds Allocated To That School District Or Charter School; To Create New Section 37-151-211, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Tax Assessors To File Certain Reports With The State Department Of Education And To Require The Department To Calculate The District's Required Minimum Millage And The Contribution To The Cost Of The Total Funding Formula Required Of Each School District And Charter School; To Create New Section 37-151-213, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The State's Share In Support Of The Funding Formula For A School District Or Charter School For Fiscal Years 2025, 2026, And 2027 May Not Be Less Than An Amount Equal To The Sum Of All State Funds Received By That School District Or Charter School For Fiscal Year 2024; To Amend Sections 37-57-1, 37-57-104, 37-57-105 And 37-57-107, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relate To School District Taxation, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; To Amend Section 37-61-33, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Requirement That A Portion Of Education Enhancement Funds Be Distributed To School Districts To Fund Capital Improvements Projects; To Amend Section 27-65-75, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Required Deposit Of Sales Tax Revenue Into The Educational Facilities Revolving Loan Fund; To Amend Sections 1-3-26, 7-7-211, 19-9-157, 19-9-171, 25-4-29, 27-25-706, 27-33-3, 27-39-317, 29-3-47, 29-3-49, 29-3-113, 29-3-137, 31-7-9, 31-7-10, 37-1-3, 37-3-11, 37-3-83, 37-7-208, 37-7-301, 37-7-302, 37-7-303, 37-7-307, 37-7-319, 37-7-333, 37-7-339, 37-7-419, 37-9-17, 37-9-23, 37-9-25, 37-9-33, 37-9-35, 37-9-37, 37-9-77, 37-11-11, 37-13-63, 37-13-64, 37-13-69, 37-15-38, 37-16-3, 37-19-7, 37-21-6, 37-21-7, 37-22-5, 37-23-1, 37-23-15, 37-23-69, 37-23-109, 37-23-179, 37-27-55, 37-27-57, 37-28-5, 37-28-53, 37-28-55, 37-29-1, 37-29-272, 37-29-303, 37-31-13, 37-31-75, 37-35-3, 37-37-3, 37-41-7, 37-45-49, 37-47-9, 37-47-25, 37-47-33, 37-61-3, 37-61-5, 37-61-7, 37-61-19, 37-61-29, 37-61-35, 37-61-37, 37-68-7, 37-131-7, 37-131-9, 37-131-11, 37-151-9, 37-151-81, 37-151-85, 37-151-87, 37-151-89, 37-151-91, 37-151-93, 37-151-95, 37-151-97, 37-151-99, 37-151-101, 37-151-103, 37-151-105, 37-151-107, 37-173-9, 37-173-13, 37-175-13, 37-179-3, 37-181-7, 41-79-5, 43-17-5, 65-26-9 And 27-104-351, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; To Amend Section 37-17-6, Mississippi Code Of 1972, As Amended By Senate Bill No. 2689, 2024 Regular Session, And House Bill No. 1696, 2024 Regular Session, To Conform And To Revise Certain Provisions Related To The State's Permanent Performance-based Accreditation Systems; To Provide The Procedure By Which The State Board Of Education May Place A Failing School Or School District Into A District Of Transformation; To Establish Relevant Criteria For Schools Or School Districts To Be Placed Into Such Districts; To Delete Certain Provisions Related To Mississippi Recovery School Districts, School Boards Of Failing Schools And Elections Of Members Of Failing School Boards; To Provide That Districts That Are Placed Into District Transformation Shall Be Eligible To Return To Local Control When The District Has Attained A "c" Rating Or Higher For Three Consecutive Years; To Repeal Sections 37-13-153, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Required State Funding For Home Economics Teachers To Be Included As A Line Item In The Education Appropriations Bills For Certain Prior Fiscal Years; To Repeal Sections 37-151-1, 37-151-5, 37-151-6, 37-151-7, 37-151-7.1, 37-151-8, 37-151-10, 37-151-77, 37-151-79 And 37-151-83, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Define Certain Terms And Prescribe The Formula And Certain Requirements Under The Mississippi Adequate Education Program (maep); To Repeal Section 37-152-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Creates The Commission On Restructuring The Mississippi Adequate Education Program (maep); To Repeal Sections 27-65-75(5), 37-47-7 And 37-47-24, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provide For The Educational Facilities Revolving Loan Fund And Its Funding Mechanism; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 04/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Rob Roberson (R)*, Kent McCarty (R)*, Jansen Owen (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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AL bill #HB317 • Last Action 05/08/2024
Interstate compact; dieticians
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement that allows licensed dietitians to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege" without having to obtain additional state licenses. The key provisions of the bill include: - Defining the purpose, definitions, and requirements for participating in the compact, such as holding an unencumbered license in the home state and meeting certain educational and examination standards. - Establishing the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, which is a governmental agency composed of delegates from each member state that will oversee the administration and enforcement of the compact. - Granting the compact commission authority to adopt rules, collect fees, and take disciplinary actions against licensees who violate the compact's requirements. - Outlining procedures for how licensed dietitians can obtain a new home state license based on their compact privilege when moving between member states. - Providing protections and procedures for active military members and their spouses when designating a home state. - Specifying the process for member states to withdraw from the compact and how the compact can be amended. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: Interstate compact; dieticians
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• Introduced: 03/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Mark Gidley (R)*, Kenneth Paschal (R), Ed Oliver (R), Chad Robertson (R), Jerry Starnes (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: Carried Over
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MO bill #HB2146 • Last Action 05/07/2024
Modifies provisions relating to the Missouri ethics commission
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to the Missouri ethics commission. Key changes include: 1. Requiring political subdivisions with annual budgets over $1 million to submit an attestation to the commission annually regarding their budget size. It also requires political subdivisions to provide the commission with a list of candidates required to file financial interest statements. 2. Expanding the financial interest statement requirements, including new disclosure items and modifying the frequency of filing for some individuals. 3. Clarifying the process for appointing members to the Missouri Ethics Commission, including requirements around political party affiliation and congressional district representation. 4. Expanding the powers and duties of the Missouri Ethics Commission, such as requiring it to request information from political subdivisions and state entities about decision-making public servants and candidates required to file financial interest statements. Overall, the bill aims to enhance transparency and oversight of government officials and entities by strengthening the Missouri Ethics Commission's authority and information-gathering capabilities.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to the Missouri ethics commission
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• Introduced: 01/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Peggy McGaugh (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Placed on the Informal Perfection Calendar (H)
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NY bill #K02124 • Last Action 05/07/2024
Commemorating the 10th Anniversary of the Lincoln Depot Museum
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: Commemorating the 10th Anniversary of the Lincoln Depot Museum
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• Introduced: 05/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Dana Levenberg (D)*, Joe DeStefano (R)*, Mike Fitzpatrick (R)*, John Lemondes (R)*, Amy Paulin (D)*, Maryjane Shimsky (D)*, Matt Slater (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/27/2024
• Last Action: adopted
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AL bill #SB288 • Last Action 05/07/2024
Building codes; Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board; Alabama Residential Building Code, authorized to be established
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Residential Building Code, which the Home Builders Licensure Board has the sole authority to adopt and amend. The code will be enforced by local jurisdictions, but cannot supersede local residential building codes in effect as of October 1, 2024. The bill also creates the Alabama Residential Building Code Division and Advisory Council to assist in the administration and implementation of the code. Additionally, the bill prohibits state and local governments from restricting consumer choice regarding the installation of residential fire sprinkler systems, with some exceptions. The bill also amends provisions related to the Alabama Commercial Energy Code Board.
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Bill Summary: Building codes; Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board; Alabama Residential Building Code, authorized to be established
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• Introduced: 04/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Sam Givhan (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/04/2024
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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AL bill #SB276 • Last Action 05/07/2024
Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission; number of licenses issued by commission revised; certain licensure determinations by commission ratified and confirmed; administrative adjudicatory process for awarding additional licenses provided
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission's regulations. It revises the number of processor and dispensary licenses the Commission can issue, ratifies certain past licensing decisions, and establishes an administrative adjudicatory process for awarding any additional licenses. The bill also provides details on the requirements for processor and dispensary licenses, such as packaging, labeling, and security measures. Additionally, the bill increases the number of integrated facility licenses the Commission can issue and outlines the application requirements for those licenses.
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Bill Summary: Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission; number of licenses issued by commission revised; certain licensure determinations by commission ratified and confirmed; administrative adjudicatory process for awarding additional licenses provided
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• Introduced: 04/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 2 : David Sessions (R)*, Tim Melson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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AL bill #HB344 • Last Action 05/07/2024
Alabama Workforce Transformation Act FY24 Regular Session
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the Alabama Department of Labor to the Alabama Department of Workforce and establishes the Alabama Workforce Board as the state's workforce development board. The bill outlines the board's duties, including advising state agencies, coordinating federal workforce funding, and developing accountability metrics. The bill also creates an Executive Committee to review budgets, make funding recommendations, and provide oversight. Additionally, the bill establishes seven regional workforce boards to perform local workforce development functions. The bill transfers workforce development programs and assets from the Department of Commerce to the Department of Workforce and requires the Secretary of Workforce to collaborate with the Executive Committee on budget and strategic planning.
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Bill Summary: Alabama Workforce Transformation Act FY24 Regular Session
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• Introduced: 03/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Garrett (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/21/2024
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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AL bill #SB224 • Last Action 05/07/2024
Office of Occupational and Professional Licensing, created within the Department of Labor; oversight provided to professional or occupational licensing boards.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of Occupational and Professional Licensing within the Department of Labor to provide oversight and administration of certain occupational and professional licensing boards. The office will be led by an executive director appointed by the Secretary of Labor. The bill transfers the rights, duties, assets, employees, records, liabilities, and other effects of the existing boards to the new office and allows the executive director to enter into and terminate contracts on behalf of the boards. The bill also creates the Occupational and Professional Licensing Fund to be used to implement and administer the provisions of the bill. The bill makes various other changes to the structure, governance, and operations of the affected boards.
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Bill Summary: Office of Occupational and Professional Licensing, created within the Department of Labor; oversight provided to professional or occupational licensing boards.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Chris Elliott (R)*, Arthur Orr (R), Garlan Gudger (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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NY bill #A07946 • Last Action 05/07/2024
Adopts the interstate nurse licensure compact (Part A); adopts the advanced practice registered nurse compact (Part B).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the interstate nurse licensure compact (Part A) and the advanced practice registered nurse compact (Part B). The interstate nurse licensure compact establishes a system for mutual recognition of nursing licenses among participating states, allowing nurses to practice across state lines. The advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) compact provides a similar framework for APRN licensure and practice. The bill establishes an interstate commission to coordinate implementation and administration of the compacts, and outlines procedures for rulemaking, dispute resolution, and enforcement.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the interstate nurse licensure compact (Part A); and to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the advanced practice registered nurse compact (Part B)
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• Introduced: 08/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 10 : Brian Miller (R)*, Josh Jensen (R), Scott Bendett (R), Jeff Gallahan (R), Matt Slater (R), Brian Manktelow (R), Joe Angelino (R), A.J. Beephan (R), Dave McDonough (R), Scott Gray (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 08/04/2023
• Last Action: held for consideration in higher education
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NY bill #A07948 • Last Action 05/07/2024
Adopts the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (Part A); adopts the Interstate Occupational Therapy Compact (Part B); and adopts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (Part C).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (Part A), the Interstate Occupational Therapy Compact (Part B), and the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (Part C). The compacts aim to facilitate interstate practice of these professions to improve public access to these services, while preserving states' regulatory authority to protect public health and safety. The bill outlines the membership requirements, compact privileges, and procedures for adverse actions and dispute resolution under each compact.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (Part A); to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the Interstate Occupational Therapy Compact (Part B); and to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (Part C);
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• Introduced: 08/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Brian Miller (R)*, Scott Bendett (R), Jeff Gallahan (R), Brian Manktelow (R), Joe Angelino (R), A.J. Beephan (R), Dave McDonough (R), Scott Gray (R)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 08/04/2023
• Last Action: held for consideration in higher education
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GA bill #SB212 • Last Action 05/06/2024
Probate Court Judges; relating to elections; end activities and duties
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Georgia laws to end the involvement of probate court judges in elections and establish county boards of elections and registration in counties where the probate court judge currently serves as the election superintendent. The bill outlines the composition, powers, and duties of these new county boards, including administering elections, voter registration, and absentee balloting. It also removes the ability of probate judges to serve as election superintendents and makes corresponding changes to related election laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Chapter 9 of Title 15 and Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to probate courts and elections, respectively, so as to end activities and duties of probate court judges relating to elections; to provide for county boards of elections and registration in counties where the probate court judge serves as the election superintendent; to provide for their powers and duties; to provide for the composition of the boards and the selection, qualification, and terms of their members; to provide for resignation, succession, and removal of members and for filling vacancies; to provide for oaths and privileges; to provide for meetings and procedures; to provide for election supervisors and the powers and duties of such election supervisors; to provide for board employees and their compensation; to provide for expenditures of public funds for certain purposes; to provide for compensation of the members of the boards and election supervisors; to provide for offices and equipment; to preserve existing boards of elections and boards of elections and registration; to preserve the General Assembly's authority to enact local legislation for all boards of elections or boards of elections and registration; to provide for the boards' performance of certain functions and duties for certain municipalities; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide effective dates; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Max Burns (R)*, Steve Gooch (R)*, Lee Anderson (R)*, Carden Summers (R)*, Billy Hickman (R)*, Shawn Still (R)*, Larry Walker (R)*, Trey Kelley (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/03/2024
• Last Action: Act 580
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MO bill #HB1553 • Last Action 05/06/2024
Adds an exemption to the sunshine law for state parks records
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds an exemption to the Missouri sunshine law (a law that provides public access to government records) for individually identifiable customer information for visitors who make camping, lodging, or shelter reservations for Missouri state parks or state historic sites, unless the records are requested by the visitor or authorized for release by the visitor. The purpose of this exemption is to protect the privacy of individuals who use state park facilities.
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Bill Summary: Adds an exemption to the sunshine law for state parks records
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Sassmann (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/27/2024
• Last Action: Placed on the Informal Third Reading Calendar (H)
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HI bill #HB1600 • Last Action 05/03/2024
Relating To Open Meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 92-2.5 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, which relates to the state's Sunshine Law and open meetings requirements. The key provision of the bill is that it requires boards to schedule a meeting for deliberation and decision-making on a report by an investigative group at least six business days after the board meeting in which the investigative group presented the findings and recommendations of its investigation to the board. This is intended to ensure that the public and the board have sufficient time to review and digest the investigative group's report before any substantive discussion and decision-making occurs by the board.
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Bill Summary: Requires boards to schedule a meeting for deliberation and decision-making on a report by an investigative group at least six business days after the board meeting in which the investigative group presented the findings and recommendations of its investigation to the board. (SD2)
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : David Tarnas (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Elle Cochran (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Tyson Miyake (D)*, Mark Nakashima (D)*, Scott Nishimoto (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Mahina Poepoe (D)*, Gregg Takayama (D)*, Adrian Tam (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 04/05/2024
• Last Action: Act 013, 05/03/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1113).
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HI bill #HB1599 • Last Action 05/03/2024
Relating To The Sunshine Law.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Hawaii's Sunshine Law to require public meeting notices to inform members of the public how to provide remote oral testimony that allows the testifier to be visible to board members and other meeting participants upon request. It also recognizes a board's authority to remove and block individuals who disrupt meetings remotely. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Requires public meeting notices to inform members of the public how to provide remote oral testimony in a manner that allows the testifier, upon request, to be visible to board members and other meeting participants. Recognizes a board's authority to remove and block individuals who disrupt meetings. Takes effect 1/1/2025. (SD2)
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 16 : David Tarnas (D)*, Della Belatti (D)*, Elle Cochran (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Lisa Kitagawa (D)*, Rachele Fernandez Lamosao (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, Scot Matayoshi (D)*, Tyson Miyake (D)*, Mark Nakashima (D)*, Mahina Poepoe (D)*, Gregg Takayama (D)*, Terez Amato (D), Bert Kobayashi (D), Dee Morikawa (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 04/05/2024
• Last Action: Act 012, 05/03/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1112).
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MN bill #SF5284 • Last Action 05/03/2024
Omnibus Transportation, Housing and Labor supplemental appropriations
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes and appropriations related to transportation, housing, and labor in Minnesota: Transportation: - Provides supplemental appropriations to the Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, and Metropolitan Council for various transportation projects and initiatives, including improvements to truck parking, support for autonomous mowing research, and funding for a Blue Line light rail transit extension antidisplacement program. - Establishes requirements and regulations for the placement of high voltage transmission lines along trunk highways. - Modifies provisions related to electric-assisted bicycles, overweight vehicle permits, motorcycle riding rules, vehicle registration, and driver's licenses. - Authorizes the establishment of a traffic safety camera pilot program in select locations to enforce speed limits and traffic-control signals. Housing: - Appropriates funds to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency for various housing programs and initiatives, including the family homeless prevention and assistance program, the housing affordability preservation investment program, and expediting rental assistance. - Modifies provisions related to rehabilitation loans and grants, including allowing for decarbonization, climate resiliency, and other qualified projects. - Increases the debt ceiling for housing infrastructure bonds issued by the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. - Establishes a Greater Minnesota Housing Infrastructure Grant Program to provide funding for public infrastructure necessary for workforce housing development projects. Labor: - Provides appropriations to the Department of Labor and Industry, University of Minnesota, and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities for labor relations staffing costs and a workforce development and job training center. - Makes various modifications to the state's earned sick and safe time law, including changes to the definition of "earned sick and safe time" and requirements for employer record-keeping and reporting. - Establishes requirements for the certification and use of "safety-qualified underground telecommunications installers" for the installation of underground telecommunications infrastructure near existing underground utilities. - Regulates the treatment of minors in content creation on online platforms, including requirements for trust accounts and record-keeping. The bill also makes various other policy changes and appropriations related to combative sports regulation, public employee labor relations, and housing.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; appropriating money for a supplemental budget for the Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, and the Metropolitan Council; modifying prior appropriations; modifying various provisions related to transportation and public safety, including but not limited to greenhouse gas emissions, electric-assisted bicycles, high voltage transmission lines, railroad safety, roadable aircraft, overweight vehicle permits, pedestrian malls, motorcycle riding rules, vehicle registration, auto dealers, deputy registrars and driver's license agents, drivers' licenses, credentials issued in same-day driver's license pilot project, vulnerable road users, traffic safety camera systems, and transit; establishing an antidisplacement program in Blue Line light rail extension project corridor; modifying supplemental appropriations and other provisions related to the Department of Labor and Industry; modifying supplemental appropriations and other provisions related to the Bureau of Mediation Services; making technical and policy changes to certain public employee labor relations provisions; modifying earned sick and safe time; appropriating money to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency; making policy, finance, and technical changes to housing provisions; authorizing housing infrastructure bonds; establishing civil penalties; establishing criminal penalties; establishing an advisory committee; establishing pilot programs; authorizing rulemaking; requiring studies; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.6905, by adding subdivisions; 13.824, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 134A.09, subdivision 2a; 134A.10, subdivision 3; 161.089; 161.3203, subdivision 4; 161.45, by adding subdivisions; 161.46, subdivision 1; 162.02, by adding a subdivision; 162.081, subdivision 4; 162.09, by adding a subdivision; 162.145, subdivision 5; 168.002, subdivisions 18, 24; 168.092; 168.12, subdivision 1; 168.127; 168.1282, subdivision 1; 168.27, by adding a subdivision; 168.33, by adding a subdivision; 168A.03, subdivision 2; 168A.11, subdivision 1; 168B.035, subdivision 3; 169.011, subdivisions 3a, 44, by adding subdivisions; 169.04; 169.06, by adding subdivisions; 169.14, subdivision 10, by adding subdivisions; 169.222, subdivisions 2, 6a, 6b; 169.346, subdivision 2; 169.685, subdivision 7; 169.79, by adding a subdivision; 169.869, subdivision 1; 169.974, subdivision 5; 169.99, subdivision 1; 171.01, subdivision 40, by adding subdivisions; 171.06, subdivision 2a, by adding a subdivision; 171.061, by adding a subdivision; 171.12, by adding a subdivision; 171.13, subdivision 9, by adding a subdivision; 171.16, subdivision 3; 171.30, subdivision 1, by adding subdivisions; 171.335, subdivision 3; 174.02, by adding a subdivision; 174.185; 174.40, subdivision 3; 174.75, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 179A.041, subdivision 2; 179A.09, by adding subdivisions; 179A.11, subdivisions 1, 2, by 1 SF5284 REVISOR KRB S5284-2 2nd Engrossment adding a subdivision; 179A.12, subdivision 5; 179A.13, subdivisions 1, 2; 179A.40, subdivision 1; 179A.54, subdivision 5; 181.960, subdivision 3; 181A.03, subdivision 1, by adding subdivisions; 216E.02, subdivision 1; 221.0255, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 297A.815, subdivision 3; 326B.89, subdivision 5; 341.28, by adding a subdivision; 341.29; 360.013, by adding a subdivision; 430.01, subdivisions 1, 2; 430.011, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 430.023; 430.031, subdivision 1; 430.13; 462A.02, subdivision 10; 462A.05, subdivisions 14a, 14b, 15, 15b, 21, 23; 462A.07, by adding a subdivision; 462A.21, subdivision 7; 462A.35, subdivision 2; 462A.37, by adding a subdivision; 462A.40, subdivisions 2, 3; 469.012, by adding a subdivision; 473.13, by adding a subdivision; 473.388, by adding a subdivision; 473.3927; 473.3994, subdivisions 1a, 4, 7, 9, 14; 473.3995; 473.3997; 473.405, subdivision 4; 473.4485, by adding a subdivision; 473.452; 480.15, by adding a subdivision; 626.892, subdivision 10; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 13.43, subdivision 6; 116J.871, subdivision 1; 123B.935, subdivision 1; 161.178; 161.46, subdivision 2; 162.146, by adding a subdivision; 168.33, subdivision 7; 168.345, subdivision 2; 169.011, subdivision 27; 171.06, subdivision 3; 171.061, subdivision 4; 171.0705, subdivision 2; 171.13, subdivision 1; 171.301, subdivisions 3, 6; 174.49, subdivision 6; 174.634, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 177.27, subdivision 4; 177.50, by adding subdivisions; 179A.03, subdivisions 14, 18; 179A.041, subdivision 10; 179A.06, subdivision 6; 179A.07, subdivisions 8, 9; 179A.10, subdivision 2; 179A.12, subdivisions 2a, 6, 11; 181.032; 181.9445, subdivisions 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 181.9446; 181.9447, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, 10, 11, by adding a subdivision; 181.9448, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 297A.993, subdivision 2a; 341.25; 341.28, subdivision 5; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.321; 341.33, by adding a subdivision; 341.355; 357.021, subdivision 6; 462A.05, subdivisions 14, 45; 462A.22, subdivision 1; 462A.37, subdivisions 2, 5; 462A.39, subdivision 2; 462A.395; 473.412, subdivisions 2, 3; 473.4465, subdivision 4; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 5, article 4, section 141; Laws 2023, chapter 37, article 1, section 2, subdivisions 2, 17, 25, 29, 32; article 2, section 12, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 53, article 14, section 1; article 19, sections 2, subdivisions 1, 3, 5; 4; Laws 2023, chapter 68, article 1, sections 2, subdivision 4; 3, subdivision 2; 17, subdivision 7; 20; article 2, section 2, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 7, 9; article 4, section 108; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 161; 168; 169; 174; 181; 181A; 219; 325F; 341; 430; 462A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 179.81; 179.82; 179.83, subdivision 1; 179.84, subdivision 1; 179.85; 430.01, subdivision 4; Laws 2023, chapter 37, article 2, section 13; Minnesota Rules, parts 5520.0100; 5520.0110; 5520.0120, subparts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; 5520.0200; 5520.0250, subparts 1, 2, 4; 5520.0300; 5520.0500, subparts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; 5520.0520; 5520.0540; 5520.0560; 5520.0600; 5520.0620; 5520.0700; 5520.0710; 5520.0800.
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• Introduced: 04/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Scott Dibble (D)*, Kelly Morrison (D), Lindsey Port (D), Jen McEwen (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 05/02/2024
• Last Action: Comm report: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF5242, SF Indefinitely postponed
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HI bill #HB1598 • Last Action 05/03/2024
Relating To The Sunshine Law.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to require boards to make their board packets available for public inspection at the time the packets are distributed to board members, but no later than two business days before the board meeting. It also allows for public testimony to be distributed to board members before the meeting, requires boards to include a list of the distributed documents in the meeting notice, and mandates that boards post the board packets on their websites.
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Bill Summary: Requires boards to make available for public inspection board packets, if created, at the time the board packet is distributed to board members but no later than two business days before the board meeting. Provides that public testimony may be distributed to board members before the board meeting. Requires boards to include in the notice to persons requesting notification of meetings, a list of the documents that were compiled by the board and distributed to board members before a board meeting for use at the meeting. Requires boards to post board packets on its website. (SD2)
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 13 : David Tarnas (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Elle Cochran (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, Lauren Matsumoto (R)*, Tyson Miyake (D)*, Mark Nakashima (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Gregg Takayama (D)*, Jenna Takenouchi (D)*, Bert Kobayashi (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 04/06/2024
• Last Action: Act 011, 05/03/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1111).
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IA bill #HF2512 • Last Action 05/03/2024
A bill for an act enacting the social work licensure compact. (Formerly HF 2272.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Social Work Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency comprising member states that have enacted the compact. The Commission has various powers, including setting rules and bylaws, issuing multistate licenses, and taking adverse action against licensees. - Allowing eligible social workers to obtain a multistate license from their home state, which authorizes practice in all member states under the compact. Applicants must meet certain education, competency, and supervised practice requirements. - Granting member states the authority to take adverse action against a licensee's multistate authorization to practice within that state, while the home state retains the power to take adverse action against the multistate license. - Establishing a coordinated data system to share licensure and disciplinary information among member states. - Providing for rulemaking by the Commission, dispute resolution procedures, and enforcement mechanisms, including a process for states to withdraw from the compact. The bill is designed to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, and facilitate workforce mobility, while preserving states' regulatory authority over the practice of social work.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENACTING THE SOCIAL WORK LICENSURE COMPACT.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0 : Health And Human Services
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/04/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor. H.J. 938.
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MN bill #SF2394 • Last Action 05/02/2024
Health Occupations Licensure Compacts establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes several interstate compacts for the licensing and practice of certain healthcare professionals, including: - Physician Assistants (PA) - Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants - Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants - Licensed Professional Counselors - Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists - Dentists and Dental Hygienists - Social Workers The key provisions of the compacts include: - Creating a national administrative body (a "compact commission") for each profession to oversee the compacts and promulgate rules. - Allowing licensed professionals to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states, subject to certain requirements. - Establishing procedures for adverse action, discipline, and information sharing between member states. - Specifying the eligibility requirements and application process for obtaining a compact privilege. - Addressing active duty military personnel and their spouses. - Providing for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compacts. - Establishing an effective date, withdrawal, and amendment process for the compacts. The bill aims to facilitate the interstate practice of these healthcare professionals by establishing uniform licensing standards and information sharing between states. This is intended to increase access to services and mobility for licensed practitioners.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health occupations; creating a licensure compact for physician assistants, occupational therapists, physical therapists, licensed professional counselors, audiologists and speech language pathologists, dentists and dental hygienists, and social workers; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 148; 148B; 148E; 150A.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Rob Kupec (D)*, Paul Utke (R), Kelly Morrison (D), Liz Boldon (D), Alice Mann (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (12:30:00 5/2/2024 )
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AL bill #HB197 • Last Action 05/02/2024
Veterans, to establish and operate a statewide integrated health care system dedicated to Alabama veterans and their immediate family members.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to establish and operate a statewide integrated health care system dedicated to Alabama veterans and their immediate family members. Key provisions include: 1. The creation of a Veterans Mental Health Steering Committee to develop a comprehensive plan to address the behavioral health needs of Alabama veterans, including mental health, substance use, recovery, and other support services. 2. The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) and the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) will collaborate to implement the comprehensive plan, leveraging their respective expertise and resources. 3. ADMH may establish pilot projects utilizing existing evidence-based services, such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy for PTSD, TBI screenings, and integrated behavioral health and primary care models. 4. The comprehensive plan will be presented to the state legislature and the Governor for review and approval, and ADMH will implement the plan with continued input from ADVA. 5. The implementation of the bill is contingent upon new funds appropriated by the legislature, and ADMH and ADVA will comply with federal ethics laws in their roles.
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Bill Summary: Veterans, to establish and operate a statewide integrated health care system dedicated to Alabama veterans and their immediate family members.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 23 : Chip Brown (R)*, Ed Oliver (R), Jerry Starnes (R), Thomas Jackson (D), Sam Jones (D), Chad Robertson (R), John Rogers (D), Chad Robertson (R), Patrick Sellers (D), Danny Crawford (R), Patrick Sellers (D), Danny Crawford (R), Rick Rehm (R), Rick Rehm (R), Randy Wood (R), Van Smith (R), Randy Wood (R), Kenneth Paschal (R), Van Smith (R), Jim Hill (R), Kenneth Paschal (R), Jim Carns (R), Jim Hill (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar
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MA bill #S2752 • Last Action 05/02/2024
Site Information & Links
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the existing charter of the town of Townsend and establishes a new charter for the town. The key provisions of the new charter include: - Incorporation of the town and definition of its powers - Establishment of an open town meeting as the legislative branch and a select board as the executive branch - Creation of various elected town offices and boards, including the select board, town moderator, town clerk, assessors, board of health, planning board, water commissioners, library trustees, and others - Appointment and duties of a town administrator as the chief administrative officer - Procedures for administering town government, including rules for multiple member bodies, removal of officials, and budget process - Periodic review of the charter and town bylaws - Definitions of terms used in the charter Overall, the bill aims to reorganize and clarify the structure and operations of the town government of Townsend.
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• Introduced: 05/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cronin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 05/02/2024
• Last Action: See H3728
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MN bill #SF5252 • Last Action 05/02/2024
Omnibus Education supplemental appropriations
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Provides supplemental funding for prekindergarten through grade 12 education, including modifying provisions for general education, education excellence, literacy, teachers, charter schools, special education, health and safety, facilities, nutrition, libraries, and early childhood education. It also provides for rulemaking, requires reports, and appropriates money. Key provisions include: - Increasing funding for student support personnel aid, compensatory education revenue, voluntary prekindergarten programs, and other education initiatives. - Requiring the development of statewide health education standards and the establishment of a cardiac emergency response plan requirement for schools. - Establishing grant programs for teacher residency, Grow Your Own teacher pathways, and special education teacher development. - Expanding building lease aid and safe schools supplemental aid for charter schools. - Creating a permanent school fund task force to examine the distribution of earnings from the permanent school fund endowment. The bill makes various other changes across different areas of prekindergarten through grade 12 education to supplement and improve education in Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education finance; providing for supplemental funding for prekindergarten through grade 12 education; modifying provisions for general education, education excellence, literacy, teachers, charter schools, special education, health and safety, facilities, nutrition, libraries, early childhood education, and state agencies; providing for rulemaking; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 120A.41; 121A.035; 121A.037; 122A.415, by adding a subdivision; 122A.73, subdivision 4; 123B.71, subdivision 8; 124D.093, subdivisions 4, 5; 124D.151, by adding a subdivision; 124D.19, subdivisions 8, 11; 124D.65, by adding a subdivision; 124D.957, subdivision 1; 124E.22; 126C.05, subdivision 15; 126C.10, subdivision 13a; 127A.33; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 120B.018, subdivision 6; 120B.021, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 120B.024, subdivision 1; 120B.123, subdivision 7; 120B.124, subdivisions 1, 2; 121A.642; 122A.415, subdivision 4; 122A.73, subdivisions 2, 3; 122A.77, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 123B.71, subdivision 12; 123B.92, subdivision 11; 124D.111, subdivision 3; 124D.151, subdivisions 5, 6; 124D.65, subdivision 5, as amended; 124D.81, subdivision 2b; 124D.901, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 124D.98, subdivision 5; 124D.995, subdivision 3; 124E.13, subdivision 1; 126C.10, subdivisions 2e, 3, 3a, 3c, 18a; 126C.40, subdivision 6; 134.356, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0625, subdivision 26; 256B.0671, by adding a subdivision; Laws 2023, chapter 18, section 4, subdivisions 2, as amended, 3, as amended; Laws 2023, chapter 54, section 20, subdivisions 6, 24; Laws 2023, chapter 55, article 1, section 36, subdivisions 2, as amended, 8, 13; article 2, section 64, subdivisions 2, as amended, 6, as amended, 14, 16, 26, 31, 33; article 3, section 11, subdivisions 3, 4; article 5, sections 64, subdivisions 3, as amended, 5, 13, 15, 16; 65, subdivisions 3, 6, 7; article 7, section 18, subdivision 4, as amended; article 8, section 19, subdivisions 5, 6, as amended; article 12, section 17, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 64, article 15, section 34, subdivision 2; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 121A; 123B; 127A; repealing Laws 2023, chapter 55, article 10, section 4. 1 SF5252 REVISOR CR S5252-2 2nd Engrossment
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• Introduced: 04/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Mary Kunesh (D)*, Steve Cwodzinski (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF5237, SF indefinitely postponed
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GA bill #SB195 • Last Action 05/02/2024
"Freedom to Work Act"; enact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: 1. Enters Georgia into the "Social Work Licensure Compact" to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services while preserving the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety. 2. Removes the residency requirement for the issuance of licenses by endorsement for certain professions. 3. Changes the necessary experience requirements to qualify as a soil classifier to conduct soil investigations and prepare soil reports for an on-site sewage management system. 4. Revises the definition of "soil classifier" and provides for educational, experience, and examination requirements for licensure as a professional land surveyor. 5. Changes and provides certain provisions related to the issuance of land surveyor intern certificates.
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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 enter into an interstate compact known as the "Social Work Licensure Compact"; to authorize the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists to administer the compact in this state; to provide for a short title; to remove the residency requirement for the issuance of licenses by endorsement for certain professions; to amend Titles 31 and 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to health and professions and businesses, respectively, so as to change certain provisions relating to soil classifiers and professional land surveyors; to change the necessary experience requirements to qualify as a soil classifier to conduct soil investigations and prepare soil reports for an on-site sewage management system; to revise the definition of "soil classifier"; to provide for educational, experience, and examination requirements for licensure as a professional land surveyor; to change and provide certain provisions related to the issuance of land surveyor intern certificates; to conform a cross-reference; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Larry Walker (R)*, Michael Dugan (R)*, Kay Kirkpatrick (R)*, Frank Ginn (R)*, Ed Harbison (D)*, Tonya Anderson (D)*, Ed Setzler (R)*, Bethany Ballard (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/01/2024
• Last Action: Act 555
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OK bill #HB3369 • Last Action 05/01/2024
State government; Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Act; duties and responsibilities; external review; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Act. It modifies the duties and responsibilities of the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Board, including adding external review requirements for certain adverse benefit determinations. The bill abolishes the State and Education Employees Group Insurance Board and the Oklahoma State Employees Benefits Council, with their responsibilities now falling under the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Board. The bill also provides an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1304.1, which relates to the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Act; modifying certain duties and responsibilities; adding external review requirements; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: State government
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Marcus McEntire (R)*, Jessica Garvin (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/29/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/01/2024
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OK bill #HB3586 • Last Action 05/01/2024
State employee health insurance; funding to provide flexible benefit allowance; professional risk management program; continuance of health and dental insurance benefits; rates and benefits; disability insurance program for state employees; collections; flexible benefit revolving fund; flexible benefit dollars in the State Employees Benefits Act; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various amendments to state laws related to state employee health insurance, including: - Modifying references to the "State and Education Employees Group Insurance Act" to the "Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Act" throughout. - Amending provisions related to funding and use of the flexible benefit allowance for school district employees. - Updating the authority and responsibilities of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) in establishing a comprehensive professional risk management program for state agencies. - Modifying provisions related to the continuance of health and dental insurance benefits for retired state employees. - Updating the authority of OMES to determine rates and benefits for state employee insurance plans. - Making changes to the state's disability insurance program for state employees, including administration and collections. - Repealing sections related to a mutual accountability incentive pilot program and the Wellness Program Act. - Setting an effective date of November 1, 2024 for the bill.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state employee health insurance; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 14-108.1, which relates to health insurance plan for employees; modifying references to entity names; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 26-104, which relates to funding to provide flexible benefit allowance; modifying references to entity names; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 26-105, which relates to use of flexible benefit allowance; modifying references to entity names; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58A, which relates to establishment of comprehensive professional risk management program; modifying references to entity names; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1316.2, which relates to continuance of health and dental insurance benefits; modifying citations; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1321, which relates to determination of rates and benefits; modifying references to entity names; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1332, which relates to establishment of disability insurance program for state employees; modifying references to entity names and updating citations; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1332.1, which relates to collections from state agencies; modifying references to entity names; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1346, which relates to creation of flexible benefit revolving fund; modifying references to entity names; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1370, which relates to flexible benefit dollars in the Oklahoma State Employees Benefits Act; modifying references to entity names; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1329.1, which relates to mutual accountability incentive pilot program; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 1381, 1382, 1383, and 1384, which relate to the Wellness Program Act; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: State employee health
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Judd Strom (R)*, Jessica Garvin (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/29/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/01/2024
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OK bill #HB3780 • Last Action 05/01/2024
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; video conferencing; teleconferencing; expired language; recodification; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to update provisions related to video conferencing and teleconferencing for public body meetings. Key changes include: - Allowing public bodies to hold meetings by videoconference, with a quorum of members required to be physically present at the meeting site. - Striking expired language that previously allowed more flexibility for teleconferencing and videoconferencing during the COVID-19 pandemic. - Prohibiting public bodies from conducting executive sessions by videoconference, except for the Oklahoma Tax Commission when discussing confidential taxpayer matters. - Providing for the recodification of an existing section of law related to the Open Meeting Act. - Setting an effective date of November 1, 2024 for the bill's provisions.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 307.1, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 182, O.S.L. 2022 (25 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 307.1), which relates to video conferencing and teleconferencing; striking expired language; providing for recodification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Open Meeting Act
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Collin Duel (R)*, Jessica Garvin (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/29/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/01/2024
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OK bill #HB1382 • Last Action 05/01/2024
Children; postadjudication review boards; removing requirement be subject to Open Meetings Act; information; report; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma laws related to postadjudication review boards for children. It removes the requirement that these review boards be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meetings Act, except for the actual case reviews which will still be held in executive session. The bill also requires the State Postadjudication Review Advisory Board to include specific information in its annual report to the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth, such as the location of each review board, the names of the members, the number of cases reviewed, and the recommendation categories made by each board. Additionally, the bill provides an exception to the Open Meetings Act for the postadjudication review boards. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to children; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Sections 1116.2 and 1116.6, which relate to postadjudication review boards; removing requirement that review board shall be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; requiring certain information be included in certain report; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 304, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 123, O.S.L. 2022 (25 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 304), which relates to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; providing exception; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Children
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 07/24/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Talley (R)*, Chuck Hall (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/29/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/01/2024
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MN bill #HF5280 • Last Action 05/01/2024
Disability services, aging services, substance use disorder services, and priority admissions and civil commitment provisions modified; Direct Care and Treatment executive board, human services response contingency account, Homelessness and Housing Support Office, workgroups, and councils established; studies and reports required; rulemaking provided; and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes: 1. It establishes a new state agency called Direct Care and Treatment, governed by an executive board, to provide specialized inpatient programs, community-based services, and other services for individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The bill transfers authority and responsibilities from the Department of Human Services to this new agency. 2. It creates a human services response contingency account in the state treasury to allow the Commissioner of Human Services to quickly respond to emerging or immediate needs related to supporting the health, welfare, or safety of people. 3. It establishes a new Homelessness and Housing Support Office in the Department of Human Services to administer various homelessness and housing support programs and make recommendations to improve the state's homeless and supportive housing system. 4. It makes changes to case management services, including requiring counties to periodically competitively procure contracted case management services and providing additional training requirements for case managers. 5. It establishes a reentry demonstration waiver program to provide pre-release services to incarcerated individuals to improve continuity of coverage, access to health care, and coordination between correctional, Medicaid, and community-based providers. 6. It modifies the process for prioritizing admissions to state-operated treatment programs, including creating a task force to evaluate the 48-hour timeline and make recommendations. 7. It makes various other changes related to substance use disorder services, aging services, disability services, and civil commitment procedures. Overall, the bill aims to improve the organization and delivery of human services in Minnesota, with a focus on expanding access, enhancing coordination, and better meeting the needs of vulnerable populations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; modifying provisions governing disability services, aging services, substance use disorder services, and priority admissions and civil commitment; establishing the Direct Care and Treatment executive board, the human services response contingency account, the Homelessness and Housing Support Office, workgroups, and councils; requiring studies and reports; providing for rulemaking; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.46, subdivisions 1, as amended, 10, as amended; 144G.30, subdivision 5; 144G.63, subdivision 1; 144G.70, subdivision 2; 145.61, subdivision 5; 151.065, subdivision 7; 245.821, subdivision 1; 245.825, subdivision 1; 245F.08, subdivision 3; 245I.23, subdivision 19a; 246.018, subdivision 3, as amended; 246.13, subdivision 2, as amended; 246.234, as amended; 246.36, as amended; 246.511, as amended; 252.27, subdivision 2b; 252.282, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 254B.01, by adding subdivisions; 256.01, by adding a subdivision; 256.88; 256.89; 256.90; 256.91; 256.92; 256B.02, subdivision 11; 256B.076, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0911, subdivision 20; 256B.0924, subdivision 3; 256B.49, by adding a subdivision; 256B.69, subdivision 4; 256B.77, subdivision 7a; 256S.07, subdivision 1; 256S.205, subdivisions 2, 3, 5; 447.42, subdivision 1; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 10.65, subdivision 2; 13.46, subdivision 2, as amended; 15.01; 15.06, subdivision 1; 15A.082, subdivisions 1, 3, 7; 43A.08, subdivisions 1, 1a; 245.91, subdivision 4; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 245I.04, subdivision 19; 246C.01; 246C.02, as amended; 246C.04, as amended; 246C.05, as amended; 253B.10, subdivision 1, as amended; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 5; 256.043, subdivision 3; 256B.0911, subdivision 13; 256B.092, subdivision 1a; 256B.0949, subdivision 15; 256B.49, subdivision 13; 256R.55; 270B.14, subdivision 1; Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 1, section 67, subdivision 3; article 4, section 11; article 8, sections 1; 2; 3; 8; article 9, section 2, subdivisions 5, 14, 16, as amended, 18; Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 20, section 16, subdivision 2; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 1, sections 18; 23; 24; 25, subdivision 3; article 10, sections 1; 6; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 144G; 246C; 254B; 256; 256B; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 246.41; 252.021; 252.27, subdivisions 1a, 2, 3, 4a, 5, 6; 256.043, subdivision 4; 256S.205, subdivision 4; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 246C.03; 252.27, subdivision 2a; Laws 2023, chapter 25, section 190, subdivision 10. 1 HF5280 FIRST ENGROSSMENT REVISOR DTT H5280-1
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• Introduced: 04/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Mohamud Noor (D)*, Peter Fischer (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (09:00:00 5/1/2024 )
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MI bill #HB5674 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Environmental protection: other; environmental rules review committee; create. Amends secs. 33, 39a, 41, 42, 43, 44, 47 & 48 of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.233 et seq.) & adds secs. 63a & 63b.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Administrative Procedures Act of 1969 to create an Environmental Rules Review Committee within the Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules. The Committee will oversee all rulemaking by the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, reviewing proposed rules to ensure they are necessary, based on sound science, and not overly burdensome. The Committee must approve proposed rules before they can proceed to a public hearing, and the Department must make reasonable efforts to address any concerns raised by the Committee. If issues cannot be resolved, the Governor may ultimately direct the Department to proceed with or withdraw the proposed rules. The bill also makes some changes to public notice and hearing requirements for certain types of rules.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1969 PA 306, entitled"Administrative procedures act of 1969,"by amending sections 33, 39a, 41, 42, 43, 44, 47, and 48 (MCL 24.233, 24.239a, 24.241, 24.242, 24.243, 24.244, 24.247, and 24.248), as amended by 2024 PA 9, and by adding sections 63a and 63b.
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• Introduced: 04/25/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 30 : Dave Prestin (R)*, Tom Kuhn (R), Matt Maddock (R), Mike Hoadley (R), Bill Schuette (R), Matt Hall (R), Pat Outman (R), Brian BeGole (R), Ken Borton (R), Tom Kunse (R), Jay DeBoyer (R), Joe Aragona (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Mike Harris (R), Jim DeSana (R), Rachelle Smit (R), Nancy DeBoer (R), Dale Zorn (R), Greg Alexander (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Matt Bierlein (R), Will Bruck (R), Curt VanderWall (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Greg Markkanen (R), Jerry Neyer (R), Brad Slagh (R), Joseph Fox (R), David Martin (R), Timmy Beson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/25/2024
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OK bill #SB1592 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Higher education; modifying makeup of the Board of Trustees for Oklahoma State University/Tulsa; requiring member to be appointed by certain chair. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the makeup of the Board of Trustees for Oklahoma State University/Tulsa. It requires one member of the Board to be appointed by the chair of the Board of Regents for the Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges (A&M Board), and allows this member and the existing A&M Board member to serve as voting, ex-officio members. The bill also removes outdated language regarding the appointment of members from the former Board of Regents of Rogers University and the Board of Trustees' authority to set certain compensation. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2024 and declares an emergency.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1592 By: Haste of the Senate and Moore of the House An Act relating to higher education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 4663, which relates to the Board of Trustees for Oklahoma State University/Tulsa; requiring certain member to be appointed by certain chair; allowing certain members to serve as voting, ex officio members; removing language regarding the appointment of members from the Board of Regents of Rogers University; directing certain appointed member to hold certain position; providing for term of office of certain member; updating statutory language; removing outdated language regarding the policies of the Board of Regents of Rogers University; removing authority for the Board of Trustees of Oklahoma State University/Tulsa to set certain compensation; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Oklahoma State University/Tulsa
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Haste (R)*, Anthony Moore (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/30/2024
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MI bill #HB5686 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Civil rights: open meetings; open meetings act; amend to permit some members of community college boards to attend meetings remotely in any circumstances. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to permit members of community college boards to attend meetings remotely in any circumstances, provided that a quorum of the board attends in person at a physical location open to the public. The bill also allows other public bodies, such as those responsible for municipal public employee retirement systems or joint agencies formed under the Michigan Energy Employment Act, to hold meetings electronically under certain conditions. The amended law retains requirements for 2-way communication, public notice, and accessibility for members of the public participating remotely.
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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: 04/25/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 5 : Pauline Wendzel (R)*, Greg Alexander (R), Kelly Breen (D), Doug Wozniak (R), Bob Bezotte (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/25/2024
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KS bill #SB310 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Creating the medical cannabis regulation act to regulate the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the medical cannabis regulation act to regulate the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis. Key provisions include: - Establishing a medical cannabis regulation program administered by the secretary of health and environment, board of healing arts, board of pharmacy, and director of alcohol and cannabis control. - Providing for the registration of patients and caregivers, certification of physicians, and licensure of cultivators, laboratories, processors, distributors, and retail dispensaries. - Specifying forms and methods of medical cannabis use, packaging and labeling requirements, and security measures for licensed premises. - Setting fees and fines for violations, and creating new funds to support the program. - Providing exceptions to certain criminal laws for registered patients and licensees acting within the medical cannabis regulation act. - Prohibiting discrimination against registered patients and prohibiting the denial of organ transplants based solely on medical cannabis use. - Renaming the division of alcoholic beverage control to the division of alcohol and cannabis control. This bill aims to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for medical cannabis in Kansas.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning health and healthcare; relating to medical cannabis; creating the medical cannabis regulation act; providing for licensure and regulation of the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis; delegating administrative duties and functions to the secretary of health and environment, secretary of revenue, board of healing arts, board of pharmacy and the director of alcohol and cannabis control; imposing fines and penalties for violations of the act; establishing the medical cannabis registration fund, the medical cannabis business regulation fund and the retail dispensary consultant registration fee fund; creating the crimes of unlawful storage and unlawful transport of medical cannabis; making exceptions to the crimes of unlawful manufacture and possession of controlled substances; amending K.S.A. 38-2269, 41-201, 44-501, 44-706, 44- 1009, 44-1015, 79-5201 and 79-5210 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 19-101a, 21-5703, 21-5705, 21-5706, 21-5707, 21-5709, 21-5710, 21-6607, 22- 3717 and 23-3201 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Federal and State Affairs
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/13/2023
• Last Action: Senate Died in Committee
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AZ bill #HB2662 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Homeowners' associations; meeting agendas
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Sections 33-1248 and 33-1804 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, relating to condominiums and planned communities. The key provisions include: 1. Requiring homeowners' association (HOA) meetings to be open to all members, with reasonable time restrictions on speaking, and allowing members to audio or video record the open portions of the meetings. 2. Specifying the limited circumstances under which HOA board meetings can be closed to members. 3. Requiring HOAs to provide advance notice and meeting agendas to members for both member and board meetings, with some exceptions for emergency situations. 4. Declaring a state policy of promoting open and transparent HOA meetings, with the goal of informing members and allowing them to participate in the decision-making process. The bill aims to enhance transparency and member participation in HOA governance by mandating certain meeting notice and agenda requirements, as well as access and speaking rights for association members.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 33-1248 and 33-1804, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to condominiums and planned communities.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 2 : Ben Toma (R)*, Travis Grantham (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 05/01/2024
• Last Action: Chapter 180
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KS bill #SB291 • Last Action 04/30/2024
House Substitute for SB 291 by Committee on Legislative Modernization - Transferring all cybsersecurity services under the chief information technology officer of each branch of government, creating chief information security officers within the judicial and legislative branches, requiring a chief information security officer to be appointed by the attorney general, Kansas bureau of investigation, secretary of state, state treasurer and insurance commissioner and requiring the chief information
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Transfers all cybersecurity services under the chief information technology officer of each branch of government, creates chief information security officers within the judicial and legislative branches, and requires a chief information security officer to be appointed by the attorney general, Kansas bureau of investigation, secretary of state, state treasurer and insurance commissioner. - Places the duty of cybersecurity under the chief information technology officer, requires state agencies to comply with certain minimum cybersecurity standards, and exempts certain audit reports from the open records act. - Requires the information technology executive council to develop a plan to integrate all information technology services for the executive branch under the executive chief information technology officer. - Makes appropriations for the judicial branch, the office of information technology, Kansas information security office and the adjutant general for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. - Authorizes certain transfers, imposes limitations and restrictions, and directs or authorizes certain disbursements and procedures for all state agencies. - Requires legislative review of state agencies not in compliance with this act and provides for expiration of certain amendments.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning information technology; relating to transferring cybersecurity employees under the chief information technology officer of each branch; creating a chief information security officer within the judicial and legislative branches; requiring the attorney general, Kansas bureau of investigation, secretary of state, state treasurer and insurance commissioner to appoint chief information security officers; placing the duty of cybersecurity under the chief information technology officer; requiring state agencies to comply with certain minimum cybersecurity standards; exempting certain audit reports from the open records act and eliminating the five- year review of such exemption; requiring the information technology executive council to develop a plan to integrate all information technology services for the executive branch under the executive chief information technology officer; making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2026, for the judicial branch, the office of information technology, Kansas information security office and the adjutant general; authorizing certain transfers and imposing certain limitations and restrictions and directing or authorizing certain disbursements and procedures for all state agencies; requiring legislative review of state agencies not in compliance with this act; providing for expiration of certain amendments made by this act; amending K.S.A. 40-110, 75-413, 75-623, 75-710, 75- 711, 75-7203 and 75-7203, as amended by section 20 of this act, and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 45-229, 45-229, as amended by section 10 of this act, 75-7201, 75-7201, as amended by section 16 of this act, 75-7202, 75-7202, as amended by section 18 of this act, 75-7205, 75-7205, as amended by section 22 of this act, 75-7206, 75-7206, as amended by section 24 of this act, 75-7208, 75-7208, as amended by section 26 of this act, 75-7209, 75-7209, as amended by section 28 of this act, 75-7237, 75-7237, as amended by section 30 of this act, 75-7238, 75-7238, as amended by section 32 of this act, 75-7239, 75-7239, as amended by section 34 of this act, 75-7240 and 75- 7240, as amended by section 36 of this act, and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Legislative Modernization
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Thursday, May 9, 2024
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KS bill #SB88 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Providing for the statewide election of commissioners of the state corporation commission, establishing the utilities regulation division in the office of the attorney general, requiring such division to represent and protect the collective interests of utility customers in utility rate-related proceedings and exempting the state corporation commission from the open meetings act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key changes: 1. It provides for the statewide election of commissioners to the State Corporation Commission, with a schedule for electing one or two commissioners every two years. The bill also authorizes gubernatorial appointments until the commissioners are elected. 2. It establishes the Utilities Regulation Division within the Office of the Attorney General, which will represent and protect the collective interests of utility customers in rate-related proceedings before the State Corporation Commission and other judicial or administrative proceedings. 3. It exempts the State Corporation Commission from the Open Meetings Act, allowing the Commission to hold closed-door meetings. 4. It prohibits candidates for the State Corporation Commission and their campaign committees from accepting contributions from public utilities, utility political committees, or committees that receive utility contributions. 5. It transfers staff from the State Corporation Commission's division that litigates rate proceedings on behalf of ratepayers to the new Utilities Regulation Division in the Attorney General's office, with some exceptions. The bill aims to change the oversight and regulation of public utilities in Kansas, shifting some authority and responsibilities from the State Corporation Commission to the Attorney General's office.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning public utilities; relating to the regulation and oversight of public utilities; providing for the statewide election of the commissioners of the state corporation commission; establishing an election schedule for the election of such commissioners; authorizing gubernatorial appointments until commissioners are elected; relating to the attorney general; requiring the office of the attorney general to represent and protect the collective interests of utility customers in utility rate-related proceedings before the state corporation commission and in any other judicial or administrative proceeding; establishing the utilities regulation division within the office of the attorney general and providing duties therefor; exempting the state corporation commission from the open meetings act; amending K.S.A. 25-101, 25-101a, 25- 4001, 25-4142, 66-117a, 66-1236, 66-1502, 66-1503, 66-2204, 74-601, 74-605, 74-630 and 75-4318 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 66-1,251 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Utilities
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: Senate Died in Committee
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KS bill #SB383 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Authorizing the board of directors for a drainage district to hold a meeting in executive session in accordance with the open meetings act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Kansas law to authorize the board of directors for a drainage district to hold meetings in executive session, in accordance with the state's Open Meetings Act. The bill retains the requirement for the board to hold regular public meetings, but allows the board to meet privately in certain circumstances as permitted by the Open Meetings Act.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning drainage districts; relating to the governance thereof; authorizing the board of directors of such districts to hold executive sessions in accordance with the open meetings act; amending K.S.A. 24-416 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Local Government
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/23/2024
• Last Action: Senate Died in Committee
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KS bill #HB2154 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Providing for the statewide election of commissioners of the state corporation commission, establishing the utilities regulation division in the office of the attorney general, requiring such division to represent and protect the collective interests of utility customers in utility rate-related proceedings and exempting the state corporation commission from the open meetings act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key changes: 1. It provides for the statewide election of the commissioners of the state corporation commission, establishing an election schedule for these positions. Until the commissioners are elected, the governor will appoint them subject to Senate confirmation. 2. It establishes a utilities regulation division within the office of the attorney general, which will represent and protect the collective interests of utility customers in utility rate-related proceedings before the state corporation commission and in other judicial or administrative proceedings. 3. It exempts the state corporation commission from the open meetings act, allowing it to hold closed-door deliberations on certain matters. 4. It prohibits candidates for state corporation commission from soliciting or accepting contributions from public utilities or related political committees, and prohibits such entities from making contributions to commission candidates. Overall, the bill aims to change the structure and oversight of public utility regulation in Kansas, shifting more responsibility to an elected commission and a utilities advocacy division within the attorney general's office.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning public utilities; relating to the regulation and oversight of public utilities; providing for the statewide election of the commissioners of the state corporation commission; establishing an election schedule for the election of such commissioners; authorizing gubernatorial appointments until commissioners are elected; relating to the attorney general; requiring the office of the attorney general to represent and protect the collective interests of utility customers in utility rate-related proceedings before the state corporation commission and in any other judicial or administrative proceeding; establishing the utilities regulation division within the office of the attorney general and providing duties therefor; exempting the state corporation commission from the open meetings act; amending K.S.A. 25-101, 25-101a, 25- 4001, 25-4142, 66-117a, 66-1236, 66-1502, 66-1503, 66-2204, 74-601, 74-605, 74-630 and 75-4318 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 66-1,251 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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KS bill #SB478 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Defining benefit year, temporary unemployment and other terms in the employment security law, requiring electronic filing for certain employers, establishing qualifications for employment security board of review candidates, extending the deadline for new accounts following business acquisitions, making certain changes to the employer rate schedules, enabling employers to report claimant work search issues, confirming legislative coordinating council oversight for the new unemployment insurance
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the employment security law in Kansas, including: - Defining "benefit year", "temporary unemployment", "statewide average annual wage", and other terms - Requiring electronic filing of wage reports, contribution returns, and payments for employers with 25 or more employees - Establishing minimum qualifications for candidates to the employment security board of review and a process for initial review of candidates by the director of unemployment - Extending the deadline for mandatory combination of rates and establishment of new accounts due to business acquisitions from the beginning of the following quarter to the beginning of the following year - Making changes to the schedules governing employer contribution rates - Removing obsolete language and abolishing the employment security interest assessment fund - Requiring the secretary to create an audit process for employers to report work search, my reemployment plan, and interview compliance issues - Confirming the legislative coordinating council's authority to extend the deadline for implementing the new unemployment insurance information technology system - Authorizing the secretary to extend temporary unemployment for limited periods upon request by employers - Requiring the secretary to annually post additional calculations and data on the department's website - Changing the timing of employer benefit charge notices from annually to quarterly - Removing the exemption for benefit charges less than $100.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning employment security law; relating to the definition of benefit year, temporary unemployment, wages, statewide average annual wage and statewide average weekly wage; referencing certain new definitions for purposes of the annual determination by the secretary of the maximum weekly benefit amount; requiring electronic filing of wage reports, contribution returns and payments and interest assessments for employers with 25 or more employees; establishing minimum qualifications for candidates for membership on the employment security board of review and initial review of such candidates by the director of unemployment; extending when the mandatory combination of rates and the establishment of a new account due to a business acquisition must occur from the beginning of the following quarter to the beginning of the following year; making certain changes to the schedules governing employer contribution rates; removing obsolete language pertaining to the employment security interest assessment fund and abolishing such fund; requiring the secretary to create an audit process within the new unemployment insurance information technology system to permit employers to submit reports regarding work search, the my reemployment plan and claimants who do not provide notification or appear for scheduled interviews; providing for notices by the secretary to active employers regarding work search noncompliance reporting options; confirming the legislative coordinating council's authority to extend the new unemployment insurance information technology system's implementation date retroactively and as often as deemed appropriate by the council; requiring the secretary to notify the council of the need for an extension; authorizing the secretary to extend temporary unemployment for limited periods upon request by employers and allowing for additional temporary unemployment when requested by employers engaged in certain industries; requiring the secretary to annually post on the secretary's website certain additional calculations and data; changing the timing of employer benefit charge notices from annually to quarterly; removing the exemption for benefit charges less than $100; amending K.S.A. 44-704, 44-705, 44-709, 44-710, 44-710b, 44-717, 44-771, 44-772 and 44-774 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 44-703, 44- 710a and 44-775 and repealing the existing sections. SB 478 WHEREAS, The amendments made to the employment security law by this act shall be known as the Kansas unemployment insurance state trust fund solvency, system integrity and tax credit preservation act of 2024. Now, therefore:
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Commerce
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Senate Died in Committee
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KS bill #SB558 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Creating the Kansas medical cannabis act to authorize the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products and the Kansas cannabidiol regulation act to regulate the testing and retail sale of cannabidiol products.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Kansas medical cannabis act to authorize the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products, and the Kansas cannabidiol regulation act to regulate the testing and retail sale of cannabidiol products. Key provisions include: - Establishing a system for registering patients and caregivers to use medical cannabis, with medical providers authorized to recommend its use for certain qualifying medical conditions. - Licensing cultivators, processors, laboratories, retailers, and disposal facilities to operate under the medical cannabis program. - Imposing a 4% tax on retail sales of medical cannabis and directing the revenue to various public health and safety programs. - Prohibiting discrimination against patients and caregivers who use medical cannabis in accordance with the act. - Regulating the testing, packaging, and sale of cannabidiol products and establishing a licensing system for cannabidiol retailers. The bill also makes various amendments to the criminal code and other laws to exempt activities authorized under the medical cannabis act from certain prohibitions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning health and healthcare; relating to cannabis and cannabidiol; creating the Kansas medical cannabis act; providing for the licensure and regulation of the cultivation, processing, manufacturing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products; imposing a tax on the gross receipts of the retail sale thereof; providing for distribution of the tax revenues derived therefrom; establishing the medical cannabis registration fund, the medical cannabis regulation fund, the medical cannabis revenues fund and the medical cannabis refund fund; creating the Kansas cannabidiol regulation act; providing for the licensure, testing and regulation of the retail sale of cannabidiol products; making exceptions to the crimes of unlawful manufacture and possession of controlled substances; amending K.S.A. 2-3901, 8-1567, 21-5703, 21-5705, 21-5706, 21- 5707, 21-5709, 21-5710, 21-6109, 21-6607, 22-3717, 23-3201, 38- 2269, 44-501, 44-706, 44-1009, 44-1015, 79-5201 and 79-5210 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 65-1120 and 65-28b08 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 04/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Federal and State Affairs
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/01/2024
• Last Action: Senate Died in Committee
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KS bill #HB2839 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Establishing a blueprint for literacy to create a literacy advisory committee, appoint a director of literacy education, require the state board of regents and the state board of education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential and professional development, authorize the state board of regents to recommend diagnostic and formative literacy assessments, authorize university presidents and deans of education oversight over postsecondary literacy courses and require a plan to establish cente
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Kansas Blueprint for Literacy, establishes a literacy advisory committee, appoints a director of literacy education, and requires the state board of regents and the state board of education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential and professional development. It authorizes the state board of regents to recommend diagnostic and formative literacy assessments and gives university presidents and deans of education oversight over postsecondary literacy courses. The bill also requires a plan to establish centers of excellence in reading that will provide evaluation, identification of reading difficulties, and support for pre-service and in-service teacher training.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning education; relating to literacy; establishing the Kansas blueprint for literacy; creating a literacy advisory committee; directing the state board of regents to appoint a director of literacy education and develop a comprehensive assessment system for school districts; requiring the state board of regents and the state board of education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential and professional development; authorizing the state board of regents to recommend diagnostic and formative literacy assessments; authorizing university presidents and deans of education oversight over postsecondary literacy courses; requiring a plan to establish centers of excellence in reading. WHEREAS, Kansas is experiencing unprecedented economic growth. By the year 2030, Kansas will add 54,000 new jobs, 80% of which will require a bachelor's degree or higher. At the same time, the state is at a crucial moment where a comprehensive approach to equipping Kansas educators with training in the science of reading, structured literacy and literacy screening and assessment tools is essential; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that we leverage our strengths and ensure we lead the nation in producing highly literate talent to lead our communities and state forward; and WHEREAS, Making literacy a priority is without a doubt one of the most important and impactful investments that we can make to help families, support businesses and continue to advance economic prosperity for all Kansans. Now, therefore:
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• Introduced: 03/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Appropriations
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/26/2024
• Last Action: House Died on Calendar
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KS bill #SB532 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Establishing a blueprint for literacy to create a literacy advisory committee, appoint a director of literacy education, require the state board of regents and the state board of education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential and professional development, authorize the state board of regents to recommend diagnostic and formative literacy assessments, authorize university presidents and deans of education oversight over postsecondary literacy courses and require a plan to establish cente
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kansas Blueprint for Literacy, which creates a literacy advisory committee, appoints a director of literacy education, requires the state board of regents and the state board of education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential and professional development, authorizes the state board of regents to recommend diagnostic and formative literacy assessments, authorizes university presidents and deans of education to oversee postsecondary literacy courses, and requires a plan to establish centers of excellence in reading. The bill aims to ensure Kansas educators receive training in the science of reading and structured literacy, with the goal of having at least 50% of students in grades 3-8 achieve level 3 or above on the English language arts state assessment by 2033.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning education; relating to literacy; establishing the Kansas blueprint for literacy; creating a literacy advisory committee; directing the state board of regents to appoint a director of literacy education and develop a comprehensive assessment system for school districts; requiring the state board of regents and the state board of education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential and professional development; authorizing the state board of regents to recommend diagnostic and formative literacy assessments; authorizing university presidents and deans of education oversight over postsecondary literacy courses; requiring a plan to establish centers of excellence in reading. WHEREAS, Kansas is experiencing unprecedented economic growth. By the year 2030, Kansas will add 54,000 new jobs, 80% of which will require a bachelor's degree or higher. At the same time, the state is at a crucial moment where a comprehensive approach to equipping Kansas educators with training in the science of reading, structured literacy and literacy screening and assessment tools is essential; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that we leverage our strengths and ensure we lead the nation in producing highly literate talent to lead our communities and state forward; and WHEREAS, Making literacy a priority is without a doubt one of the most important and impactful investments that we can make to help families, support businesses and continue to advance economic prosperity for all Kansans. Now, therefore:
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Assessment and Taxation
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: House Died in House Committee
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KS bill #HB2417 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Creating the medical cannabis regulation act to regulate the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the medical cannabis regulation act to regulate the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis. The key provisions are: - Establishes a medical cannabis regulation program to be administered by the secretary of health and environment, board of healing arts, board of pharmacy, and director of alcohol and cannabis control. - Provides for the registration of patients and caregivers to purchase and possess medical cannabis. - Authorizes the cultivation, processing, distribution, and retail sale of medical cannabis by licensed entities. - Imposes requirements and restrictions on the forms, packaging, and labeling of medical cannabis products. - Establishes fees and civil/criminal penalties for violations of the act. - Provides legal protections and anti-discrimination provisions for registered patients and caregivers. - Authorizes the secretary of revenue to enter into agreements with certain tribal governments for the free market exchange of medical cannabis. The bill amends various other laws to align with the medical cannabis regulation act, such as exempting certain activities from controlled substance laws and prohibiting discrimination based on medical cannabis use.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning health and healthcare; relating to medical cannabis; creating the medical cannabis regulation act; providing for licensure and regulation of the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis; delegating administrative duties and functions to the secretary of health and environment, secretary of revenue, board of healing arts, board of pharmacy and the director of alcohol and cannabis control; imposing fines and penalties for violations of the act; establishing the medical cannabis registration fund, the medical cannabis business regulation fund and the retail dispensary consultant registration fee fund; creating the crimes of unlawful storage and unlawful transport of medical cannabis; making exceptions to the crimes of unlawful manufacture and possession of controlled substances; amending K.S.A. 38-2269, 41-201, 44-501, 44-706, 44- 1009, 44-1015, 79-5201 and 79-5210 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 19-101a, 21-5703, 21-5705, 21-5706, 21-5707, 21-5709, 21-5710, 21-6607, 22- 3717 and 23-3201 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Federal and State Affairs
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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KS bill #HB2334 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Extending the deadline for project agreements under the attracting powerful economic expansion act, enhancing incentives for qualified suppliers and adding a new employee relocation reimbursement incentive for qualified suppliers, limiting the corporate income tax rate reduction provision to two rate reductions and permitting qualified firms and qualified suppliers to participate in other economic development programs for new projects.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the deadline for project agreements under the Attracting Powerful Economic Expansion Act, enhances incentives for qualified suppliers, and adds a new employee relocation reimbursement incentive for qualified suppliers. It also limits the corporate income tax rate reduction provision to two rate reductions and permits qualified firms and qualified suppliers to participate in other economic development programs for new projects.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning economic development; relating to the attracting powerful economic expansion act; extending the deadlines for project agreements under the act; enhancing incentives for qualified suppliers by providing for up to 10% of refundable tax credits for up to 10 years and increasing the training reimbursement to up to $500,000 per year for five years; adding an employee relocation reimbursement incentive for qualified suppliers of up to $250,000 per supplier per year; limiting the corporate income tax rate reduction to only two rate reductions; permitting qualified firms and qualified suppliers to participate in other economic development programs for new projects; amending K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 74-50,312, 74-50,313, 74-50,317, 74-50,321, 74-50,322 and 74-50,323 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 74-50,324.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Commerce, Labor and Economic Development
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/07/2023
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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KS bill #HB2359 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Establishing the sunflower teacher-student mentor program within certain school districts to encourage students to pursue a teaching career.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the sunflower teacher-student mentor program within certain school districts to encourage students to pursue a teaching career. The program will pair secondary students interested in teaching with teacher mentors, provide bonuses to participating teachers, and establish education savings accounts for participating students that can be used for academic tutoring and postsecondary education expenses. The bill also prioritizes participating students for postsecondary educational scholarships and provides an income tax subtraction for amounts deposited in the student program accounts.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning education; making and concerning appropriations for fiscal year 2025, for the state department of education; establishing the sunflower teacher-student mentor program; pairing secondary students who are interested in pursuing a teaching career with teacher mentors; providing bonuses to participating teachers; requiring the state treasurer to establish education savings accounts for participating students; authorizing student accounts to be used for academic tutoring and postsecondary education expenses; requiring certain transfers from the state general fund upon establishment of student accounts; establishing the sunflower teacher-student mentor program fund; prioritizing participating students for postsecondary educational scholarships under the Kansas promise scholarship act and the teacher service scholarship program act; providing an income tax subtraction modification to federal adjusted gross income for amounts deposited in a student program account; amending K.S.A. 74-32,101 and 74-32,102 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 74-32,272, 74-32,275 and 79-32,117 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kristey Williams (R)*, Brenda Landwehr (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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KS bill #HB2821 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Creating the regulatory relief division within the office of the attorney general and establishing the general regulatory sandbox program to waive or suspend state statutes and rules and regulations for program participants.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the regulatory relief division within the office of the attorney general and establishes the general regulatory sandbox program. The division will administer the sandbox program, which allows businesses to temporarily demonstrate innovative offerings without obtaining certain licenses or authorizations that would otherwise be required by state law. The bill outlines the application process, review criteria, and oversight for the sandbox program, as well as protections and limitations for participating businesses. The bill also amends the Kansas Open Meetings Act to allow the sandbox program's advisory committee to meet in closed sessions when discussing sensitive application information.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning administrative rules and regulations; creating the regulatory relief division within the office of the attorney general; establishing the general regulatory sandbox program within the office thereof; authorizing the regulatory relief division to waive or suspend state statutes and rules and regulations for program participants; amending K.S.A. 75-4319 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Federal and State Affairs
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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KS bill #HB2774 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Creating the Kansas workforce pathway act, establishing the office of workforce pathways within the department of commerce and the Kansas council on workforce pathways, providing for a system for linking and analyzing data and statistics concerning Kansas workforce for the benefit of the public, legislature and state agencies and a free, searchable public online registry of educational and occupational credentials.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Kansas Workforce Pathway Act, establishing the Office of Workforce Pathways within the Department of Commerce and the Kansas Council on Workforce Pathways. It provides for a system (KTLAS) to link and analyze data and statistics concerning the Kansas workforce to benefit the public, legislature, and state agencies. The bill also establishes a free, searchable public online registry of educational and occupational credentials, while restricting the release of personally identifiable information from the system. The bill prescribes procedures to prevent data breaches and provides funding for the implementation and operation of the system.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT creating the Kansas workforce pathway act; establishing the office of workforce pathways within the department of commerce and the Kansas council on workforce pathways; providing for a system for linking and analyzing data and statistics concerning Kansas workforce; providing for a free, searchable public online registry of educational and occupational credentials and restricting the release of personally identifiable information therefrom; prescribing procedures to prevent data breaches and providing funding therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Commerce, Labor and Economic Development
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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KS bill #SB27 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Reconciling multiple amendments to certain statutes.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill reconciles multiple amendments to certain statutes. Key provisions include: - Amending the Kansas mortgage business act to define new terms like "amount financed," "annual percentage rate," "balloon payment," "closed-end covered transaction," "covered transaction," and "finance charge." - Expanding the powers of the state bank commissioner to adopt rules and regulations, investigate and examine licensees, and impose sanctions. - Amending laws related to the Kansas uniform consumer credit code, emergency medical services, the Kansas office of veterans services, the Kansas income tax act, and the Kansas retailers' sales tax act. - Repealing several existing sections of law that were amended multiple times. The bill aims to update and reconcile various statutes to ensure consistency and clarity in the application of these laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT reconciling multiple amendments to certain statutes; amending K.S.A. 9-2201, as amended by section 16 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, 9-2209, as amended by section 17 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, 16a-6-104, as amended by section 22 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, 17-12a412, as amended by section 1 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 405, 44- 706, as amended by section 12 of 2024 House Bill No. 2760, 65-2401, as amended by section 1 of 2023 House Bill No. 2358, 73-1210a, as amended by section 27 of 2024 House Bill No. 2760 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 38-2203, as amended by section 3 of 2024 House Bill No. 2536, 38-2212, as amended by section 8 of 2023 Senate Bill No. 115, 38-2243, 65-536, 65-5808, 65-6129, as amended by section 21 of 2024 House Bill No. 2760, 79-32,117, as amended by section 2 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 360, and 79-3606, as amended by section 5 of 2023 House Bill No. 2098, and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 9-508, as amended by section 11 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, 9-509, as amended by section 12 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, 9-513e, as amended by section 13 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, 9-2201, as amended by section 17 of 2024 House Bill No. 2247, 9-2209, as amended by section 21 of 2024 House Bill No. 2247, 16a-6-104, as amended by section 104 of 2024 House Bill No. 2247, 17-12a412, as amended by section 15 of 2024 House Bill No. 2562, 44-706, as amended by section 4 of 2024 House Bill No. 2570, 65-2401, as amended by section 51 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, 73-1210a, as amended by section 63 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 38-2203a, 38-2212, as amended by section 1 of 2024 House Bill No. 2628, 38-2243a, 65-536a, 65-5808a, 65-6129, as amended by section 62 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 491, 75-5665a, 79- 32,117, as amended by section 18 of 2024 Senate Bill No. 410, 79-32,117, as amended by section 9 of 2024 House Bill No. 2465, and 79-3606, as amended by section 11 of 2024 House Bill No. 2465.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Financial Institutions and Insurance
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Thursday, May 9, 2024
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KS bill #HB2829 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Clarifying the definition of armed forces and updating the definition thereof to include the space force.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies the definition of "armed forces" to include the Space Force and updates various state laws to reflect this change. It also allows for certain military service members and their families to be considered state residents for purposes of tuition and fees at public colleges and universities, and enables the waiver of educational requirements for military members seeking professional licenses as practical nurses or emergency medical service providers. The bill also makes other technical changes to provisions related to unemployment benefits, licensing, and military service.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning veterans and military; relating to the armed forces of the United States; clarifying the definition of armed forces; updating the definition thereof to include the space force; amending K.S.A. 44- 706, 48-3401 and 65-1116 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 48-3407, 48-3408, 48-3601 and 65-6129 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Taxation
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/12/2024
• Last Action: Senate Died in Senate Committee
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KS bill #HB2842 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Transferring all information technology services under the chief information technology officer of each branch of government, creating chief information security officers within the judicial and legislative branches, requiring a chief information security officer to be appointed by the attorney general, secretary of state, state treasurer and insurance commissioner and requiring the chief information security officers to implement certain minimum cybersecurity standards, making and concerning ap
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers all information technology (IT) services, including cybersecurity, under the chief information technology officer of each branch of government. It creates chief information security officers within the judicial and legislative branches and requires the attorney general, secretary of state, state treasurer, and insurance commissioner to appoint chief information security officers. The bill requires these chief information security officers to implement minimum cybersecurity standards and conduct annual audits. It also exempts certain audit reports from the open records act, makes appropriations for IT and cybersecurity, and authorizes certain transfers and procedures for state agencies. The bill aims to centralize and improve cybersecurity across state government.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning information technology; relating to transferring information technology employees under the chief information technology officer of each branch; creating a chief information security officer within the judicial and legislative branches; requiring the attorney general, secretary of state, state treasurer and insurance commissioner to appoint chief information technology officers; placing the duty of cybersecurity under the chief information technology officer; requiring state agencies to comply with certain minimum cybersecurity standards; exempting certain audit reports from the open records act and eliminating the five-year review of such exemption; making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2026, for the office of information technology, Kansas information security office and the adjutant general; authorizing certain transfers and imposing certain limitations and restrictions, and directing or authorizing certain disbursements and procedures for all state agencies; legislative review of state agencies not in compliance with this act; amending K.S.A. 40-110, 75-413, 75-623, 75-710 and 75- 7203 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 45-229, 75-7205, 75-7206, 75-7208, 75- 7238, 75-7239 and 75-7240 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Appropriations
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/15/2024
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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IL bill #HB5823 • Last Action 04/30/2024
METROPOLITAN MOBILITY AUTH ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act and establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. It consolidates the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority into the Metropolitan Mobility Authority and abolishes the Service Boards. It reinserts, reorganizes, and changes some provisions from the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act into the new Act. The bill includes provisions about the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority, repeals the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act, and amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes. The bill also establishes the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act, which creates the Office of Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund. The Office and the Fund are intended to aid transit-supportive development near high-quality transit by providing funding to municipalities that have adopted transit support overlay districts or made other zoning changes to support transit. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Transportation to establish an Office of Public Transportation Support within District 1 to optimize the operation of public transportation vehicles and the delivery of public transportation services on highways under the Department's jurisdiction in the metropolitan region.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, and 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, instead creating 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 about 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 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: 04/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kam Buckner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/29/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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KS bill #HB2333 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Providing for disqualification from employment security benefits for failing to attend a job interview without giving notice to the prospective employer or for failing to respond to a job offer.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes procedures for disqualifying individuals from receiving unemployment benefits if they fail to attend a scheduled job interview without notifying the prospective employer or fail to respond to a job offer within five business days. The bill expands the options for employers to report such occurrences to the state's Department of Labor, and requires the Department to promptly notify and potentially disqualify claimants in such situations, unless the claimant demonstrates good cause. The bill also clarifies provisions related to the implementation of a new unemployment insurance system and the Unemployment Compensation Modernization and Improvement Council.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning employment security law; relating to work search requirements; establishing procedures for disqualification from benefits for claimants who fail to attend a job interview without providing notice to the prospective employer or who fail to respond to an offer of employment within five days; expanding options for prospective employers to report such occurrences; relating to the unemployment compensation modernization and improvement council; clarifying provisions pertaining to extensions of time for implementation of the new unemployment insurance system; amending K.S.A. 44-705, 44- 706 and 44-772 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 44-775 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Commerce, Labor and Economic Development
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2023
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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KS bill #HB2171 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Providing that peer review privilege for healthcare providers does not apply to factual information.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Kansas law to provide that the peer review privilege for healthcare providers does not apply to factual information, including names and addresses of individuals with direct knowledge, witness statements, incident reports, and other factual documents, even if they were considered by a peer review committee. The bill maintains the privilege for the deliberations, analyses, findings, conclusions, and recommendations of the peer review committee. The bill also clarifies the confidentiality and privilege of certain reports and records related to medical care facilities and impaired healthcare providers.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning healthcare providers; relating to peer review; providing that privilege does not apply to factual information; amending K.S.A. 65-4925 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 65-4915 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Judiciary
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: House Died in Committee
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KS bill #HB2443 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Establishing the office of the child advocate.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office of the Child Advocate as an independent state agency to ensure children and families receive adequate coordination of child welfare services, child maltreatment prevention, protection, and care. The Child Advocate can investigate complaints, access records, and make recommendations to improve the child welfare system. The bill also creates a nonpartisan Child Advocate Advisory Board to oversee the Office and appoint the Child Advocate. The bill provides the Office and its employees with certain privileges and immunities, and requires the Child Advocate to submit annual reports to the legislature on the Office's activities and recommendations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning children and minors; establishing the office of the child advocate as an independent state agency and the child advocate advisory board; prescribing certain powers, duties and functions thereof; allowing disclosure of confidential records to the child advocate; amending K.S.A. 38-2213, 38-2309 and 38-2310 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 38-2211 and 38-2212.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Appropriations
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/16/2023
• Last Action: Senate Died in Senate Committee
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KS bill #HB2418 • Last Action 04/30/2024
Abolishing the study commission for the consolidation of Kansas City, Kansas, and Wyandotte county, consolidation commission of Topeka, Kansas, and Shawnee county, study commission for the consolidation in Greeley county, state emergency response commission, transportation vision task force, Persian Gulf war veterans health initiative act, Kansas export finance act, community strategic planning assistance act, natural and scientific areas advisory board, public finance transparency board, Kansas
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill abolishes several state programs, boards, and commissions, including the study commission for the consolidation of Kansas City, Kansas, and Wyandotte County, the consolidation commission of Topeka, Kansas, and Shawnee County, the study commission for the consolidation in Greeley County, the state emergency response commission, the transportation vision task force, the Persian Gulf War veterans health initiative act, the Kansas export finance act, the community strategic planning assistance act, the natural and scientific areas advisory board, the public finance transparency board, the Kansas film services commission, the Kansas bioscience authority, the KAN-ED act, and various department of health and environment advisory committees. The bill also makes related amendments to existing laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning certain state programs, boards and commissions; abolishing the study commission for the consolidation of Kansas City, Kansas, and Wyandotte county, consolidation commission of Topeka, Kansas, and Shawnee county, study commission for the consolidation in Greeley county, podiatry review committee, state board of healing arts review committee for each branch of the healing arts, contact lens advisory council, state emergency response commission, naturopathic advisory council, transportation vision task force, special education funding task force, Persian Gulf war veterans health initiative act, Kansas export finance act, community strategic planning assistance act, natural and scientific areas advisory board, public finance transparency board, Kansas film services commission, Kansas bioscience authority, KAN-ED act and department of health and environment advisory committees; amending K.S.A. 12-340, 12-360, 45-229, 65-5702, 65- 5728, 65-7406, 66-2010, 74-2916, 74-5210, 74-6603, 74-6609, 74- 72,123, 74-99b03, 74-99b33, 74-99b63, 74-99b83 and 75-7403 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 65-4915 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 12-341, 12-342, 12-343, 12-350, 12-351, 12-352, 12- 353, 12-354, 12-355, 12-356, 12-357, 12-359, 12-361, 12-362, 65- 2016, 65-2840c, 65-4969, 65-5703, 65-7214, 68-185, 72-3441, 73- 1221, 73-1222, 73-1223, 73-1224, 73-1225, 73-1226, 73-1227, 73- 1228, 73-1229, 73-1230, 73-1231, 74-5069, 74-5070, 74-5071, 74- 5072, 74-5073, 74-5074, 74-5092, 74-5093, 74-5094, 74-5095, 74- 5096, 74-5097, 74-5098, 74-5099, 74-50,100, 74-50,101, 74-6614, 74- 6615, 74-72,124, 74-9201, 74-99b04, 74-99b05, 74-99b11, 74-99b12, 74-99b13, 74-99b17, 75-7221, 75-7222, 75-7223, 75-7224, 75-7225, 75-7226 and 75-7227.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Appropriations
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/24/2023
• Last Action: Senate Died in Senate Committee
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KS bill #SB541 • Last Action 04/30/2024
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: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the regulatory relief division within the office of the attorney general and establishes the general regulatory sandbox program. The regulatory relief division will administer the sandbox program, which allows participants to temporarily demonstrate innovative offerings without obtaining certain licenses or authorizations otherwise required by state law. The division can review state laws and regulations, propose changes, and cooperate with other agencies. An advisory committee will provide input on the program. The bill outlines the application process, reporting requirements, and limitations for sandbox participants, including that they must protect consumer health, safety, and financial well-being. The regulatory relief office can end a participant's involvement at any time. The bill also amends the Kansas open meetings act to allow the advisory committee to discuss sandbox program applications in closed sessions.
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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 within the office thereof; relating to administrative rules and regulations; authorizing the regulatory relief division to waive or suspend rules and regulations for program participants; amending K.S.A. 75-4319 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 03/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Federal and State Affairs
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Senate Died in Committee
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NY bill #S09120 • Last Action 04/29/2024
Relates to adopting the Appalachian states radioactive waste compact; assures interstate cooperation for the proper management and disposal of low-level radioactive wastes to reduce the volume of low-level radioactive waste.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to adopting the Appalachian States Radioactive Waste Compact to ensure interstate cooperation for the proper management and disposal of low-level radioactive waste. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Establishing the Appalachian States Low-Level Radioactive Waste Commission to oversee and regulate the management and disposal of low-level radioactive waste within the region. 2. Designating certain party states as "initial host states" responsible for developing and hosting regional facilities for the disposal of low-level radioactive waste. 3. Requiring all low-level radioactive waste generated within the region to be disposed of at a regional facility, with limited exceptions. 4. Imposing penalties and fines for violations of the compact's regulations, including prohibiting violators from using the regional facility. 5. Outlining the financial responsibilities of generators, brokers, carriers, and operators related to the regional facilities. 6. Specifying the withdrawal and eligibility requirements for party states. The bill aims to promote the safe and responsible management of low-level radioactive waste within the Appalachian region.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to adopting the Appalachian states radioactive waste compact
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• Introduced: 04/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : James Skoufis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/29/2024
• Last Action: REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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MS bill #HB1683 • Last Action 04/29/2024
MS Charter School Act of 2013; bring forward for purposes of possible amendments.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill brings forward the Mississippi Charter School Act of 2013 for the purpose of possible amendments. It establishes the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board, which has exclusive chartering jurisdiction in the state and is responsible for overseeing the approval, contracting, monitoring, and renewal or revocation of charter schools. The bill outlines the requirements for charter school applications, enrollment, funding, and operations, and specifies that charter schools must comply with certain state laws while being exempt from others. Additionally, the bill amends the existing law to provide a $6,000 annual salary supplement for certain charter school employees who have achieved national certifications in their fields.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Bring Forward Sections 37-28-1, 37-28-3, 37-28-5, 37-28-7, 37-28-9, 37-28-11, 37-28-13, 37-28-15, 37-28-17, 37-28-19, 37-28-21, 37-28-23, 37-28-25, 37-28-27, 37-28-29, 37-28-31, 37-28-33, 37-28-35, 37-28-37, 37-28-39, 37-28-41, 37-28-43, 37-28-45, 37-28-49, 37-28-51,37-28-53, 37-28-55, 37-28-57, 37-28-59 And 37-28-61, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Are Provisions Establish The Mississippi Charter School Act Of 2013, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; To Amend Section 37-28-47, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Charter School Employees Having Satisfied All The Requirements For National Board Certification In Their Respective Professional Disciplines, Shall Be Entitled To A $6,000.00 Annual Salary Supplement; To Bring Forward Section 31-7-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Is The Terms And Definitions Section Of The Public Purchasing Act, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; To Bring Forward Section 37-3-51, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Requires Notice By The District Attorney Of Licensed School Employees Who Are Convicted Of Certain Sex Offenses, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; To Bring Forward Section 37-17-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relates To The Required Accreditation Of Public Schools, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; To Bring Forward Section 37-21-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provide And Exemptions From Certain Qualification Requirements For Educators At The Prekindergarten Or Early Childhood Education, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; To Bring Forward Section 37-41-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relates To The Transportation Of Students, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; To Bring Forward Section 37-151-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Is The Terms And Definitions Section Of The Mississippi Adequate Education Program, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jansen Owen (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/18/2024
• Last Action: Died In Conference
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OK bill #HB2367 • Last Action 04/29/2024
Corporation Commission; exemptions; discussion; attendance; documentation; scheduled meetings; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes certain exemptions for the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, allowing the Commissioners to discuss administrative, operational, and procedural matters even if a quorum is present, as long as no official action is taken. It specifies the types of matters Commissioners can discuss, such as scheduling agenda items, prioritizing cases, discussing public statements, and interviewing staff. Commissioners can also attend and participate in conferences, training, and legislative meetings, as long as no official action is taken. The bill requires the Commission to provide timely documentation of these discussions and events, which will be posted on their website. It also requires the Commission to provide notice for changes or cancellations of regularly scheduled meetings, and to implement training on the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Corporation Commission; making certain exemption; allowing Corporation Commissioners to have certain discussions when quorum is present provided no official action is taken; disallowing certain discussions; providing list of allowable matters for discussion; authorizing attendance, discussion, and participation at certain events if certain conditions are met; disallowing certain discussions; defining term; requiring certain timely documentation for certain matters; requiring public vote to determine form and manner of documentation; allowing for amendment to form and manner subject to certain requirements; stating purpose of certain documentation; requiring posting of documentation to website within certain time frame; requiring certain documentation be posted within certain time prior to consideration at a public meeting; requiring certain notice for certain changes to or cancellation of regularly scheduled meetings; requiring notice be filed within certain time frame; requiring certain training be implemented; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Corporation Commission
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tammy Townley (R)*, Dave Rader (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/24/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/29/2024
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MS bill #HB1192 • Last Action 04/29/2024
Virtual public schools; authorize operation by certain educational providers or locally sponsored virtual public schools.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the creation of up to three locally sponsored virtual public schools in Mississippi, which can be operated by local school districts, regional education service agencies, or districts of innovation. These locally sponsored virtual public schools must be recognized as public schools and provided with equitable resources. Private providers with experience serving special education students may be utilized to manage or operate these virtual school programs. The bill also requires the state to transfer funding from a student's home school district to the district operating the virtual public school the student is enrolled in. Additionally, the bill outlines enrollment policies and procedures that must be adopted by local sponsors of virtual public schools.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 37-161-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Creation Of Virtual Public Schools To Be Operated By Local School Districts, Regional Education Service Agencies Or Locally Sponsored Virtual Public Schools; To Define The Term "locally Sponsored Virtual Public School"; To Limit The Number Of Virtual Public Schools Established In The State To Three; To Require Enrollment In A Virtual Public School To Be Free Of Charge And Open To Students From Any School District In The State; To Require The State Department Of Education To Transfer, For Each Student Enrolled In A Virtual Public School Operated By A District Other Than That In Which The Student Resides, An Amount Equal To The Student's Home School District's Local Operational Tax Levy To The School District Operating The Virtual Public School; To Require The Department To Withhold Such Amount From The Transferring School District's January Payment Of Adequate Education Program Funds; To Require Locally Sponsored Virtual Public Schools To Adopt Certain Enrollment Policies; To Amend Sections 37-179-1 And 37-179-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Are Provisions Relating To Districts Of Innovation, In Conformity To The Preceding Provisions; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Roberson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/14/2024
• Last Action: Died In Conference
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OK bill #SB1933 • Last Action 04/26/2024
Sexual assault; creating the Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence (SAFE) Board under the Office of the Attorney General. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence (SAFE) Board within the Office of the Attorney General. The SAFE Board will have the power and duty to examine the process for gathering and analyzing sexual assault forensic evidence kits in Oklahoma, develop a plan to prioritize and accept untested kits, identify procedures for testing anonymous kits, improve victim access to evidence, identify additional victim rights, and pursue funding to address untested kits and improve efficiencies. The Board will have 17 members, including state and local officials as well as experts and advocates. The Board will be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, but discussions of individual cases will be held in executive session. The bill also amends the Open Meeting Act to allow the SAFE Board to hold executive sessions.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1933 By: Floyd and Bullard of the Senate and Wallace, Munson, Swope, and Deck of the House An Act relating to sexual assault; creating the Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence (SAFE) Board; establishing duties, powers, and responsibilities of the Board; providing for use of executive sessions by the Board; subjecting Board to the provisions of the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; requiring submission of certain reports to certain entities; providing for membership; providing for qualifications for Board members; stating appointment terms; establishing Board procedures for election of chair and vice chair; establishing meeting frequency; stating quorum; allowing for certain reimbursement; requiring Office of the Attorney General to provide certain support; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 307, as last amended by Section 1 of Enrolled Senate Bill No. 1716 of the 2nd Session of the 59th Oklahoma Legislature, which relates to executive sessions; authorizing executive sessions for certain entity; updating statutory reference; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Sexual assault
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Kay Floyd (D)*, Kevin Wallace (R)*, Cyndi Munson (D), Jared Deck (D), Amanda Swope (D), David Bullard (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 04/23/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/26/2024
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MN bill #SF5266 • Last Action 04/26/2024
Omnibus Labor supplemental appropriations
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Provides supplemental appropriations to the Department of Health for technical assistance on rulemaking for acceptable blood lead levels for workers, to the Attorney General's Office for enforcement of compensation for internet content creators, and to the Department of Labor and Industry for a grant to Tending the Soil to redevelop a building for a workforce development and job training center. The bill also modifies combative sports regulations, public employee labor relations provisions, and earned sick and safe time requirements, and authorizes rulemaking on these topics. Additionally, the bill provides compensation requirements for minors appearing in internet content creation and modifies previous appropriations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to labor and industry; modifying combative sports regulations; modifying supplemental appropriations and other provisions related to the Bureau of Mediation Services; making technical and policy changes to certain public employee labor relations provisions; modifying earned sick and safe time; authorizing rulemaking; providing compensation for minors appearing in Internet content creation; modifying previous appropriations; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 179A.041, subdivision 2; 179A.09, by adding subdivisions; 179A.11, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 179A.12, subdivision 5; 179A.13, subdivisions 1, 2; 179A.40, subdivision 1; 179A.54, subdivision 5; 181.960, subdivision 3; 181A.03, subdivision 1, by adding subdivisions; 326B.89, subdivision 5; 341.28, by adding a subdivision; 341.29; 626.892, subdivision 10; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 13.43, subdivision 6; 177.27, subdivision 4; 177.50, by adding subdivisions; 179A.03, subdivisions 14, 18; 179A.041, subdivision 10; 179A.06, subdivision 6; 179A.07, subdivisions 8, 9; 179A.10, subdivision 2; 179A.12, subdivisions 2a, 6, 11; 181.032; 181.9445, subdivisions 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 181.9446; 181.9447, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, 10, 11, by adding a subdivision; 181.9448, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 341.25; 341.28, subdivision 5; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.321; 341.33, by adding a subdivision; 341.355; Laws 2023, chapter 53, article 14, section 1; article 19, sections 2, subdivisions 1, 3, 5; 4; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 181; 181A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 179.81; 179.82; 179.83, subdivision 1; 179.84, subdivision 1; 179.85; Minnesota Rules, parts 5520.0100; 5520.0110; 5520.0120; 5520.0200; 5520.0250; 5520.0300; 5520.0500; 5520.0520; 5520.0540; 5520.0560; 5520.0600; 5520.0620; 5520.0700; 5520.0710; 5520.0800.
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• Introduced: 04/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Jen McEwen (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/15/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (10:00:00 4/26/2024 )
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DC bill #B25-0764 • Last Action 04/26/2024
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Emergency Amendment Act of 2024
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act of 2010 to allow public bodies to hold meetings that are deemed "open to the public" if the public body takes reasonable steps to allow the public to view or hear the meeting while it is taking place, or if that is not technologically feasible, as soon as reasonably practicable thereafter. The bill also updates the language in the existing law to reflect this change. The bill is being enacted on an emergency basis and will remain in effect for up to 90 days.
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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 of 2010 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: 04/01/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Act A25-0442 Published in DC Register Vol 71 and Page 004621, Expires on Jul 14, 2024
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NE bill #LB1370 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Provide requirements for electric generation facilities, transmission lines, wind energy conversion systems, and retirement of a dispatchable electric generation facility and change provisions relating to public power districts
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: 1. Provides requirements related to the closing or decommissioning of a "dispatchable electric generation facility" owned by certain entities, such as public power districts and municipalities. It requires these entities to provide written notice to the Nebraska Power Review Board prior to a final decision to close or decommission such a facility, and the Board may hold a hearing and make recommendations on the closure or decommissioning. 2. Changes provisions relating to directors of public power and irrigation districts, allowing them to have an interest in certain residential lease or water service agreements with the district. 3. Changes provisions relating to contracts entered into by public power districts, increasing the thresholds for when competitive bidding is required. 4. Requires developers, owners, or operators of "wind energy conversion systems" (defined as facilities with 10 or more wind turbines 250 feet or more in height) to apply for Federal Aviation Administration approval and install "light-mitigating technology systems" on their wind turbines by certain deadlines. 5. Adds definitions related to military installations and critical infrastructure protection requirements for electric suppliers constructing or acquiring generation facilities or transmission lines near military installations. 6. Harmonizes provisions and provides operative dates, with some sections becoming operative three calendar months after the legislative session and others on the effective date of the act.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to electricity; to amend sections 70-624.04, 70-637, and 70-1012, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 70-1014.02 and 84-1411, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and section 70-1001.01, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to provide requirements relating to the closing or decommissioning of a dispatchable electric generation facility; to change provisions relating to directors of public power and irrigation districts; to change provisions relating to contracts entered into by public power districts; to require certain actions by a developer, owner, or operator of a wind energy conversion system; to provide certain requirements relating to the construction or acquisition of an electric generation facility or transmission lines; to exempt certain entities from certain meeting requirements; to define terms; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to repeal the original sections; to outright repeal sections 70-1029, 70-1030, 70-1031, and 70-1033, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and section 70-1032, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Bostelman (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1260 amended into LB1370 by AM2863
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NE bill #LB513 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Change proof of publication requirements for legal notices and requirements for published notice and virtual conferencing under the Open Meetings Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill changes proof of publication requirements for legal notices, allowing them to be published on a statewide website maintained by a majority of Nebraska newspapers in addition to traditional newspaper publication. It also updates the Open Meetings Act to allow more virtual conferencing for certain public bodies and clarifies requirements for virtual meetings, including providing access to the public. The bill also harmonizes related provisions across different statutes.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to government; to amend sections 25-1274, 58-230, and 58-817, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 31-727.02, 79-1218, and 84-1411, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to change proof of publication requirements for legal notices; to change published notice provisions and virtual conferencing requirements under the Open Meetings Act as prescribed; to harmonize provisions; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Brewer (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB513 amended into LB287 by AM2060
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MA bill #H4237 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Approving the town of Wrentham home rule charter as amended
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill approves the town of Wrentham home rule charter as amended. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the town's form of government, including a town meeting as the legislative branch and a town manager as the chief administrative officer. - Detailing the powers and responsibilities of various elected and appointed town officials and multiple member bodies, such as the select board, town moderator, school committee, and department heads. - Outlining the budget development process, including the town manager's role in preparing the proposed budget and the finance committee's review. - Providing for the creation of a capital improvements plan and a capital budget planning committee. - Specifying procedures for charter changes, by-law reviews, and the removal or suspension of town officers and employees. - Ensuring a smooth transition by preserving existing town positions, contracts, and legal obligations.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Wrentham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 01/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Marcus Vaughn (R)*, Becca Rausch (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/02/2024
• Last Action: Read second and ordered to a third reading
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NE bill #LB287 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Eliminate obsolete provisions relating to the 2020 federal decennial census and provide, change, and eliminate provisions relating to petitions, proof of publication, conflicts of interest, voter registration and voting as prescribed in the Election Act, and notice and virtual conferencing requirements under the Open Meetings Act, and eliminate powers and duties of the Attorney General and the Secretary of State
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Eliminates obsolete provisions relating to adjusting boundaries after the 2020 federal census and charter amendment procedures for certain public power districts. - Changes provisions relating to remonstrance petitions in the sale and conveyance of real estate owned by cities of the first class. - Makes various changes to the Election Act, including provisions related to voter registration, early voting, absentee voting, and special elections. - Provides and changes penalty provisions related to elections. - Changes provisions relating to conflicts of interest by certain officeholders and public employees. - Changes proof of publication requirements for legal notices and requirements for published notice and virtual conferencing under the Open Meetings Act. - Eliminates provisions relating to opinions of the Attorney General regarding the unconstitutionality of legislative bills. The bill is intended to eliminate obsolete provisions, change various election-related procedures, and modify conflict of interest and open meetings requirements.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to law; to amend sections 2-3213, 2-3214, 16-202, 18-2518, 25-1274, 32-233, 32-564, 32-565, 32-569, 32-613, 32-617, 32-630, 32-632, 32-713, 32-1205, 32-1301, 32-1304, 32-1308, 32-1546, 49-1499.03, 58-230, 58-817, 60-483, 60-484.02, 84-217, and 85-1514, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 31-727.02, 32-304, 32-320.01, 32-330, 32-404, 32-405, 32-552, 32-553, 32-570, 32-606, 32-607, 32-608, 32-615, 32-716, 32-802, 32-808.01, 32-903, 32-947, 32-950.01, 32-1203, 32-1303, 32-1305, 32-1306, 32-1405, 32-1407, 32-1524, 32-1525, 70-663, 79-1218, and 84-1411, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and sections 32-101, 32-103, 32-123, 32-202.01, 32-308, 32-318.01, 32-912.01, 32-912.02, 32-915.03, 32-941, 32-942, 32-1002.01, 32-1027, and 60-4,115, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to eliminate obsolete provisions relating to adjusting certain boundaries after the federal decennial census and charter amendment procedures for certain public power districts; to change provisions relating to remonstrance petitions in the sale and conveyance of real estate owned by a city of the first class; to change provisions relating to the Election Act; to provide and change penalty provisions; to change provisions relating to conflicts of interest by certain officeholders and public employees; to change provisions relating to state identification cards; to change proof of publication requirements for legal notices and requirements for published notice and virtual conferencing under the Open Meetings Act; to eliminate provisions relating to opinions of the Attorney General regarding the unconstitutionality of legislative bills; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to repeal the original sections; to outright repeal section 84-215, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Brewer (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1191 amended into LB287 by AM2792
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KS bill #HB2484 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Enacting the social work licensure compact to provide interstate practice privileges for social workers.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Social Work Licensure Compact to provide interstate practice privileges for social workers. The key provisions include: - Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission as a joint government agency to oversee the compact, with member states having one delegate each on the commission. - Allowing social workers to obtain a "multistate license" from their home state that authorizes practice in all member states, rather than requiring separate licenses in each state. - Setting eligibility requirements for obtaining a multistate license, including passing a qualifying national exam and meeting educational and supervised practice requirements. - Granting member states authority to take adverse action against a social worker's multistate authorization to practice, while the home state retains authority over the multistate license. - Requiring member states to participate in a coordinated data system to share information on licensees. - Providing the commission with rulemaking authority and allowing for dispute resolution and enforcement mechanisms. The bill also requires applicants for social work licensure in Kansas to submit to a criminal history record check, and authorizes the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board to establish a fee for a license with compact practice privileges.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the behavioral sciences; relating to social work; enacting the social work licensure compact to provide interstate practice privileges; requiring applicants for social work licensure to submit to a criminal history record check; authorizing the behavioral sciences regulatory board to establish a fee for a license with compact practice privileges; amending K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 65-6314 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Susan Ruiz (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 04/05/2024
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Friday, April 12, 2024
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NE bill #LB1215 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the Dietitian Licensure Compact and the Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure Compact, change provisions relating to prescriptions, death certificates, credentialing of barbers, nurses, pharmacies, pharmacy professionals, and certain health care facilities and services, treatment of individuals with communicable tuberculosis, and telehealth consultations, and provide for abstracts of death and coverage under the medical assistance program for certain breast pumps and lactation visits
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Dietitian Licensure Compact and the Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure Compact, which allow for licensure portability between participating states for those professions. The bill also changes various provisions relating to prescriptions, death certificates, credentialing of certain healthcare professionals, requirements for pharmacies and pharmacy professionals, coverage under the medical assistance program for certain breast pumps and lactation visits, and telehealth consultations. The bill also provides for the use of abstracts of death and changes requirements for persons with communicable tuberculosis.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public health and welfare; to amend sections 38-142, 38-2854, 38-2890, 38-28,104, 42-371.01, 71-211, 71-212, 71-217, 71-220, 71-222.01, 71-223, 71-434, 71-601.01, 71-3608, 71-3610, 71-3613, and 71-3614, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 28-410, 28-414, 38-1,146, 38-2001, 38-2847, 71-605, 71-2454, 71-2478, and 71-8505, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and sections 38-131, 38-1801, 38-1812, 38-2801, 68-911, 71-612, and 71-2479, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Dietitian Licensure Compact and the Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure Compact; to change requirements relating to pharmacy inventories and prescriptions for controlled substances; to provide and change requirements relating to issuance and renewal of certain credentials under the Uniform Credentialing Act; to provide requirements for self-inspection of pharmacies; to provide verification requirements for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians; to change an age requirement for pharmacy interns; to change registration requirements for pharmacy technicians; to change prescription requirements for certain legend drugs; to provide for coverage under the medical assistance program for certain breast pumps and lactation visits; to change an examination requirement for barbers; to eliminate a fee under the Health Care Facility Licensure Act; to define a term; to change the standard form for death certificates; to provide for the use of abstracts of death as prescribed; to change a requirement for prescription drug monitoring; to change a requirement for persons with communicable tuberculosis; to change powers and duties of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the care, maintenance, and treatment of persons with communicable tuberculosis; to change a requirement relating to telehealth consultations; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Hansen (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1373 amended into LB1215 by AM3044
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NE bill #LB1373 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the Dietitian Licensure Compact and change provisions relating to criminal background checks
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which establishes a system for licensed dietitians to practice across state lines through a "Compact Privilege." The bill also changes provisions related to criminal background checks under the Uniform Credentialing Act to require certain applicants to submit fingerprints for a criminal history record information check. The bill harmonizes these changes with existing law and sets an operative date of January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public health and welfare; to amend sections 38-131, 38-1801, and 38-1812, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Dietitian Licensure Compact; to change provisions relating to criminal background checks under the Uniform Credentialing Act; to harmonize provisions; to provide an operative date; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Blood (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1373 amended into LB1215 by AM3044
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NE bill #LB822 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the Social Worker Licensure Compact and change provisions relating to criminal background checks
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Social Worker Licensure Compact and changes provisions relating to criminal background checks. The Compact establishes a system for states to grant multistate licenses to social workers, allowing them to practice in other member states. The bill requires criminal background checks for applicants seeking a multistate license to practice social work in Nebraska. The bill also gives the Department of Health and Human Services the authority to issue multistate licenses and establish related fees, and allows the Board of Health to adopt rules and regulations to implement the Compact. Additionally, the bill makes changes to the Mental Health Practice Act to incorporate the Compact.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public health; to amend sections 28-327, 38-2101, 38-2116, and 38-2139, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and section 38-131, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Social Worker Licensure Compact; to change provisions relating to criminal background checks under the Uniform Credentialing Act; to provide for issuance of multistate licenses to practice social work under the compact and require criminal background checks; to provide powers and duties under the Mental Health Practice Act; to harmonize provisions; to provide an operative date; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Blood (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB822 amended into LB932 by AM3149
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NE bill #LB1300 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the Pacific Conflict Stress Test Act, the Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act, the Nebraska Nonprofit Security Grant Program Act, and the Wildland Fire Response Act, create the Commission on Asian American Affairs, provide security requirements for chemical facilities, require approval of voters for certain salary increases, and change provisions relating to veterans aid programs
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts several new acts and makes changes to various existing laws in Nebraska. The key provisions are: The Pacific Conflict Stress Test Act requires the state to assess its critical procurements and state-managed investments that could be impacted by a potential conflict in the Pacific region, and creates a Committee on Pacific Conflict to provide policy recommendations. The Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act prohibits state and local governments from contracting with companies owned by or affiliated with foreign adversaries for technology-related products and services. The Nebraska Nonprofit Security Grant Program Act creates a grant program to provide funding to eligible nonprofit organizations for security-related projects and training. The Wildland Fire Response Act establishes the Wildland Incident Response Assistance Team to provide support for wildland fire incidents. The bill also creates the Commission on Asian American Affairs, places requirements on salaries of governing bodies, and changes some provisions relating to veterans aid programs.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to law; to amend sections 14-137, 14-211, 14-217.02, 14-2104, 15-309, 19-412, 19-616, 23-1114, 23-1114.07, 70-624.02, 80-102, 81-503, and 81-830, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 80-104 and 80-316, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to adopt the Pacific Conflict Stress Test Act, the Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act, the Nebraska Nonprofit Security Grant Program Act, and the Wildland Fire Response Act; to define terms; to provide security requirements for chemical facilities; to provide for preemption; to create the Commission on Asian American Affairs and provide for its membership, powers, duties, and compensation; to change provisions relating to salaries of governing bodies and require approval of registered voters for increases; to change provisions relating to county veterans service committees and certain veterans aid programs; to provide duties for the State Fire Marshal and Homeland Security Policy Group; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to provide severability; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Eliot Bostar (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 89
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1358 amended into LB1300 by AM3227
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NE bill #LB1317 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the Financial Institution Data Match Act, the Gambling Winnings Setoff for Outstanding Debt Act, and the Good Life District Economic Development Act, change provisions relating to the Community Development Law, the Sports Arena Facility Financing Assistance Act, the First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act, the Good Life Transformational Projects Act, the Motor Vehicle Registration Act, the Nebraska Revenue Act of 1967, and the Tax Equalization and Review Commission Act, and provide f
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Good Life District Economic Development Act, the Financial Institution Data Match Act, and the Gambling Winnings Setoff for Outstanding Debt Act. It amends various existing laws related to tax exemptions, tax incentives, motor vehicle registration, electric vehicle charging stations, inheritance taxes, occupation taxes, and property taxation. The bill also changes provisions related to the First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act and provides funding for nitrate sensors. The bill's various provisions become operative at different times, with some sections taking effect three months after the legislative session and others on January 1, 2025. The bill contains a severability clause and an emergency clause.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to law; to amend sections 2-1207, 9-810, 9-1104, 13-520, 18-1208, 18-2103, 44-314, 60-301, 60-302, 60-3,191, 66-4,105, 70-1002.02, 77-101, 77-106, 77-1333, 77-1359, 77-2704.66, 77-3002, 77-3003, 77-5005, 77-5017, and 77-5018, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 43-512.12, 66-482, 77-202, 77-202.01, 77-202.03, 77-3011, 77-5601, and 77-6831, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and sections 9-1110, 13-3102, 13-3103, 13-3104, 13-3108, 70-1001.01, 77-2015, 77-2701, 77-2701.02, 77-2701.04, 77-2716, 77-4405, 77-4406, 85-2601, 85-2602, 85-2603, 85-2603.01, and 85-2605, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Good Life District Economic Development Act, the Financial Institution Data Match Act, and the Gambling Winnings Setoff for Outstanding Debt Act; to require certain actions relating to underutilized tax-exempt property and certain parimutuel, lottery, gaming, and gambling winnings; to redefine a term under the Community Development Law; to change provisions and define and redefine terms relating to health insurance coverage for first responders and dependents; to change provisions and define terms under the Motor Vehicle Registration Act; to change provisions and define and redefine terms relating to motor fuel taxation; to change and provide provisions relating to electric energy, electric suppliers, and electric and hybrid motor vehicles and charging stations; to change provisions relating to occupation taxes and property taxation; to restate legislative findings and change provisions relating to rent-restricted housing projects; to state legislative findings, define terms, and provide provisions relating to sales-restricted houses; to change provisions relating to inheritance taxes; to change provisions relating to the Nebraska Revenue Act of 1967, the Good Life Transformational Projects Act, the Sports Arena Facility Financing Assistance Act, the Tax Equalization and Review Commission Act, and the First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act; to provide and change sales and use tax rates, exemptions, and incentives; to state intent relating to appropriations for nitrate sensors; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to provide severability; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Lou Ann Linehan (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 18 • Actions: 128
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1397 amended into LB1317 by AM3246
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NE bill #LB388 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act, the Advertising Services Tax Act, and the Property Tax Relief Act and change provisions relating to revenue and taxation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill adopts the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act, the Advertising Services Tax Act, and the Property Tax Relief Act, and changes various provisions relating to revenue and taxation. The Property Tax Growth Limitation Act places limits on the annual increase in political subdivisions' property tax requests, with some exceptions. The Advertising Services Tax Act imposes a 7.5% tax on the gross advertising revenue of businesses with over $1 billion in such revenue. The Property Tax Relief Act creates a property tax credit program funded by the state to provide relief on school district property taxes. The bill also changes the cigarette tax rate, the sales tax rate and base, the earned income tax credit, and other provisions related to budgets, taxation, and revenue.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to revenue and taxation; to amend sections 13-518, 13-519, 13-2817, 29-3933, 72-2305, 72-2306, 77-2704.24, and 77-27,142, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 77-382, 77-1776, 77-2602, 77-2701.16, 77-27,144, 77-3446, 77-4602, and 81-12,193, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and sections 77-1632, 77-1633, 77-1701, 77-2701, 77-2701.02, 77-2701.04, 77-2715.07, 77-4008, 77-6702, 77-6703, 79-3403, and 79-3406, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act, the Advertising Services Tax Act, and the Property Tax Relief Act; to change provisions relating to budget limitations, the Property Tax Request Act, and tax statements; to change the rate and distribution of the cigarette tax; to change provisions relating to the sales tax rate; to impose sales tax on certain services; to define a term; to eliminate certain sales tax exemptions; to change the earned income tax credit; to change provisions relating to the base limitation, a tax on electronic nicotine delivery systems, certain transfers of excess General Fund receipts, the Nebraska Property Tax Incentive Act, and the School District Property Tax Limitation Act; to harmonize provisions; to provide an operative date; to repeal the original sections; to outright repeal section 77-2704.38, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Lou Ann Linehan (NP)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 140
• Last Amended: 04/11/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1354 amended into LB388 by AM3468
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NE bill #LB43 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the First Freedom Act and the Personal Privacy Protection Act, authorize tribal regalia to be worn by students, change provisions relating to withholding records from the public, provide requirements for interpretation of statutes, rules, and regulations, and prohibit state agencies from imposing certain requirements on charitable organizations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Adopts the First Freedom Act, which prohibits state action from substantially burdening a person's exercise of religion, and allows persons or religious organizations whose exercise of religion has been burdened to bring a civil action. - Authorizes students who are members of indigenous tribes to wear tribal regalia in public schools and Nebraska public postsecondary institutions. - Changes public records provisions, including adjusting fees for residents and non-residents, expanding the types of records that may be withheld, and requiring the Nebraska Information Technology Commission to adopt rules regarding records related to cybersecurity. - Provides requirements for the interpretation of statutes, rules, and regulations, directing courts to resolve any remaining doubt in favor of a reasonable interpretation consistent with individual constitutional rights. - Prohibits state agencies from imposing certain annual filing and reporting requirements on charitable organizations, unless there is a compelling state interest or federal funding requirement. - Adopts the Personal Privacy Protection Act, which prohibits public agencies from requiring the disclosure of personal information about members, supporters, volunteers, or donors of nonprofit organizations, with some exceptions.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to law; to amend sections 84-712, 84-712.01, and 84-712.07, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 84-712.03, 84-712.05, 84-920, and 84-1412, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to adopt the First Freedom Act; to authorize wearing of tribal regalia by students as prescribed; to change public records provisions relating to residents, nonresidents, fees, duties, and remedies; to allow certain records relating to cybersecurity to be withheld from the public as prescribed; to provide a duty for the Nebraska Information Technology Commission; to provide requirements regarding the interpretation of statutes, rules, and regulations as prescribed; to prohibit state agencies from imposing annual filing and reporting requirements on charitable organizations as prescribed; to state intent; to adopt the Personal Privacy Protection Act; to define terms; to change provisions relating to public meetings; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to provide severability; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/05/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Rita Sanders (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 54
• Last Amended: 03/27/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB650 amended into LB43 by AM2076
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NE bill #LB47 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Change notice requirements under the Open Meetings Act for certain fire districts
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to change the public notice requirements for meetings held by rural fire districts or suburban fire protection districts. Specifically, it allows these districts to provide public notice by posting written notice in three conspicuous public places within the district, in addition to the existing option of publishing the notice in a newspaper of general circulation. The bill also makes some other minor changes to the Open Meetings Act's notice requirements.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Open Meetings Act; to amend section 84-1411, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to change a public notice requirement relating to meetings by a rural fire district or a suburban fire protection district; and to repeal the original section.
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• Introduced: 01/05/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Myron Dorn (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/05/2023
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB47 amended into LB287 by AM2060
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KS bill #SB438 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Establishing the Kansas blueprint for literacy and a literacy advisory committee, directing the board of regents to appoint a director of literacy education, requiring the board of regents and board of education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential, providing university presidents and deans of education oversight over postsecondary literacy courses, requiring a plan to establish centers of excellence in reading, requiring the board of education to submit annual reports to the legislatur
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kansas Blueprint for Literacy and a literacy advisory committee, directing the Board of Regents to appoint a director of literacy education, requiring the Board of Regents and Board of Education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential, providing university presidents and deans of education oversight over postsecondary literacy courses, requiring a plan to establish centers of excellence in reading, and requiring the Board of Education to submit annual reports to the legislature on certain student assessment data. The bill also replaces the Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship Program with the Kansas Education Opportunity Scholarship Program, modifies the Kansas Nursing Service Scholarship Program, and makes other changes related to educational opportunities and scholarships.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning education; making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, for the state board of regents; establishing the Kansas blueprint for literacy and the literacy advisory committee; directing the state board of regents to appoint a director of literacy education and develop a comprehensive assessment system; requiring the state board of regents and the state board of education to collaborate on a literacy micro-credential and professional development; providing university presidents and deans of education oversight over postsecondary literacy courses; requiring a plan to establish centers of excellence in reading; requiring the state board of education to submit annual reports to the legislature on certain statistics of students who take the statewide assessments; establishing the Kansas education opportunity scholarship program to replace the Kansas ethnic minority scholarship program; removing limits on Kansas nursing service scholarship awards and modifying the interest rate terms and repayment obligations for such awards; abolishing the nursing service scholarship review committee; eliminating the requirement to subtract other aid from the state payment for the AO-K program; modifying financial limitations on Kansas hero's scholarship awards and broadening eligibility requirements for such awards; amending K.S.A. 74-3284, 74-3285, 74- 3286, 74-3287, 74-3288, 74-3289, 74-3292, 74-3293, 74-3294, 74-3295, 74-3296, 74-3297 and 74-3298 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 72-5170, 74-32,267 and 75-4364 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 74-3299. WHEREAS, Kansas is experiencing unprecedented economic growth. By the year 2030, Kansas will add 54,000 new jobs, 80% of which will require a bachelor's degree or higher. At the same time, the state is at a crucial moment when a comprehensive approach to equipping Kansas educators with training in the science of reading, structured literacy and literacy screening and assessment tools is essential; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that we leverage our strengths and ensure that we lead the nation in producing highly literate talent to lead our communities and state forward; and WHEREAS, Making literacy a priority is without a doubt one of the most important and impactful investments that we can make to help families, support businesses and continue to advance economic prosperity for all Kansans. Now, therefore:
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Education
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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NE bill #LB637 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Require members of the public to be allowed to speak at each meeting subject to the Open Meetings Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to require public bodies to allow members of the public an opportunity to speak at each meeting, except for closed sessions. The bill also removes the provision that allowed public bodies to make rules prohibiting public participation at all meetings. Additionally, the bill clarifies that public bodies cannot require members of the public to identify themselves as a condition for admission to the meeting or to have their names placed on the agenda in order to speak.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Open Meetings Act; to amend section 84-1412, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to require a public body to allow members of the public an opportunity to speak at each meeting; and to repeal the original section.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Joni Albrecht (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB637 amended into LB43 by AM2812
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NE bill #LB650 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Allow certain cybersecurity records to be withheld from the public
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Nebraska's public records laws to allow certain records related to cybersecurity by the state or its political subdivisions to be withheld from the public. The Nebraska Information Technology Commission will be required to adopt rules and regulations to implement this provision. The bill also repeals the original section of the law and declares an emergency, meaning the changes would take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public records; to amend section 84-712.05, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to allow certain records relating to cybersecurity to be withheld from the public as prescribed; to repeal the original section; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike McDonnell (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB650 amended into LB43 by AM2076
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NE bill #LB1329 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Change provisions relating to handguns and firearms in school environments, classification of school districts, excessive absenteeism and truancy, the enrollment option program, certain educational certificates, permits, and endorsements, certain tax levy and bonding authority of school districts, requirements for various school and education programs, and the Nebraska Career Scholarship Act, provide for grants relating to school mapping data, prohibit certain debt collection activities, and pro
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a number of changes relating to education in Nebraska. It redefines terms, alters provisions related to carrying concealed handguns, changes the classification system for school districts, modifies policies around excessive absenteeism and truancy, revises the enrollment option program, makes changes to the issuance and eligibility for educational certificates and permits, adjusts high school graduation requirements, provides for student loan repayment assistance and innovation grant programs, creates a summer food service program and requirements around special education expenditures, alters provisions for programs serving learners with high ability, establishes behavioral health points of contact in schools, changes the use of state lottery funds for education, requires behavioral awareness training, creates a College Pathway Program, and provides for changes to school district tax levy and bonding authority. The bill also provides for grants to public and private schools to develop emergency response mapping data, prohibits the use of certain debt collection activities related to student meals, and makes changes to the Nebraska Career Scholarship Act.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to education; to amend sections 32-543, 32-811, 79-201, 79-205, 79-206, 79-207, 79-210, 79-2,141, 79-2,145, 79-474, 79-475, 79-520, 79-534, 79-549, 79-555, 79-589, 79-590, 79-5,105, 79-5,106, 79-1093, 79-1107, and 79-1108.03, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 28-1204.04, 32-405, 32-618, 79-102, 79-104, 79-209, 79-234, 79-237, 79-407, 79-413, 79-451, 79-458, 79-470, 79-473, 79-499, 79-4,108, 79-4,129, 79-501, 79-524, 79-525, 79-526, 79-547, 79-550, 79-554, 79-559, 79-564, 79-569, 79-570, 79-572, 79-576, 79-577, 79-578, 79-579, 79-580, 79-581, 79-586, 79-587, 79-588, 79-594, 79-5,104, 79-611, 79-810, 79-813, 79-8,150, 79-1045, 79-1084, 79-10,110.02, 79-10,114, 79-10,117, 79-10,118, 79-10,141, 79-1108.02, 79-11,159, 79-3105, 85-3002, 85-3003, 85-3004, 85-3005, and 85-3006, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and sections 28-1201, 28-1202.01, 79-101, 79-238, 79-239, 79-262.01, 79-2,146, 79-729, 79-8,145.01, 79-1054, 79-10,150, 79-3501, 79-3602, 79-3603, and 79-3703, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to define and redefine terms; to change provisions relating to carrying a concealed handgun, possession of a firearm in certain school environments, the classification of school districts, excessive absenteeism and truancy, the enrollment option program, issuance and eligibility for certificates, permits, and endorsements issued by the Commissioner of Education, high school graduation requirements, student loan repayment assistance, innovation and improvement grant programs, the Summer Food Service Program, special education expenditures, programs for learners with high ability, behavioral health points of contact, state lottery funds used for education, behavioral awareness training, the College Pathway Program, and certain tax levy and bonding authority of school districts; to change requirements relating to certain training as prescribed; to provide for grants for public and private schools to provide emergency response mapping data to public safety agencies; to create the School Emergency Response Mapping Fund; to prohibit the use of certain maps in schools; to prohibit schools from taking certain debt collection actions relating to student meals; to eliminate an innovation grant program established by the department and a mental health first aid training program; to change provisions of the Nebraska Career Scholarship Act relating to scholarships, eligible programs of study, reports, and powers and duties; to harmonize provisions; to repeal the original sections; and to outright repeal section 79-11,160, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Murman (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 150
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1385 amended into LB1329 by AM2831
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NE bill #LB1294 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the Data Privacy Act, change provisions relating to certain certificates and information relating to vital records, and provide for certain records to be exempt from public disclosure
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Data Privacy Act, which establishes requirements for the collection, use, and protection of personal data by certain businesses operating in Nebraska. The bill defines key terms, outlines the rights of consumers over their personal data, and establishes obligations for businesses (referred to as "controllers" and "processors") handling such data. It also provides exemptions for certain types of data and processing activities, gives the Attorney General enforcement authority, and preempts any local regulations on personal data processing. The bill also makes changes to provisions relating to the preservation and use of certain certificates and information relating to vital records, and provides for certain records to be exempt from public disclosure.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to data privacy; to amend sections 71-605.02 and 71-616, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, section 84-712.05, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and section 71-612, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Data Privacy Act; to change provisions relating to the preservation and use of certain certificates and information relating to vital records; to provide for certain records to be exempt from public disclosure; to provide an operative date; to provide severability; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Eliot Bostar (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/16/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1294 amended into LB1074 by AM2560
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KS bill #HB2760 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Prescribing documentation requirements to determine eligibility for any benefit derived from a service-connected disability, requiring that federal disability determinations for veterans be probative, establishing the Kansas office of veterans services, updating references and corresponding changes relating to the transfer of powers and duties from the Kansas commission on veterans affairs office to the Kansas office of veterans services, updating the veterans claims assistance program to includ
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Establishes the Kansas Office of Veterans Services, which will be responsible for carrying out the general policies of the governor and the director of the office by providing information, advice, direction and assistance to veterans and their families, and managing the Kansas Soldiers' Home and Kansas Veterans' Home. - Prescribes documentation requirements for veterans seeking benefits derived from a service-connected disability, requiring that federal disability determinations be probative and prohibiting state agencies and municipalities from reconsidering a veteran's disability determination. - Updates the definition of "veteran" and "disabled veteran" to align with current federal standards. - Modifies the Veterans Claims Assistance Program, including requirements for participating veterans service organizations. - Makes various other updates and changes related to the transfer of powers and duties from the former Kansas Commission on Veterans Affairs Office to the new Kansas Office of Veterans Services. Overall, the bill aims to improve coordination of veterans benefits and services in Kansas, ensure veterans receive proper claims assistance, and clarify definitions and documentation requirements related to veterans' eligibility for state benefits and programs.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning veterans and military; relating to the transfer of powers, duties and functions of the Kansas commission on veterans affairs office; establishing the Kansas office of veterans services; updating the veterans claims assistance program to include references to veterans affairs medical centers and cross-accreditation requirements; prescribing documentation requirements to determine eligibility for benefits derived from a service-connected disability; requiring that federal disability determinations be probative; prohibiting state agencies and municipalities from reconsidering a veteran's disability determination; modifying the definition of veteran and disabled veteran; clarifying disability evaluations for benefits granted to disabled veterans; clarifying the definition of armed forces; updating the definition of armed forces to include the space force; amending K.S.A. 8-160, 8-243, 8-1324, 21-6630, 39-923, 44-706, 48-3401, 65-1116, 65-1732, 65-2418, 73-201, 73-209, 73-210, 73- 230, 73-1209, 73-1210a, 73-1211, 73-1217, 73-1218, 73-1222, 73-1223, 73-1225, 73-1231, 73-1232, 73-1233, 73-1234, 73-1235, 73-1236, 73-1238, 73-1239, 73-1241, 73-1242, 73-1243, 75-3370, 75-4362, 76-6b05, 76-1904, 76-1904a, 76-1906, 76- 1908, 76-1927, 76-1928, 76-1929, 76-1931, 76-1932, 76-1935, 76-1935a, 76-1936, 76-1939, 76-1941, 76-1951, 76-1952, 76-1953, 76-1954, 76-1955, 76-1956, 76-1957, 76-1958 and 79-3221k and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 32-934, 48-3407, 48-3408, 48-3601, 50-676, 65-6129, 74-2012, 75-3740, 77-440 and 79-4502 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 73-1208d, 73-1208e and 73-1208f.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Veterans and Military
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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NE bill #LB366 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Change provisions relating to public records and include body-worn camera recordings in certain circumstances
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to Nebraska's public records laws: 1. It provides that body-worn camera recordings depicting the death of a person being apprehended or in custody are public records. 2. It changes the public records provisions relating to residents, nonresidents, fees, and remedies. It defines "resident" to include news media without regard to domicile, and allows nonresidents to be charged for the proportional cost of public employees' time spent responding to records requests. 3. It requires public bodies to provide a written estimate of the expected cost when responding to records requests, and allows them to waive or reduce fees if disclosure is in the public interest. 4. It expedites court proceedings for enforcing the right to access public records, and allows courts to award reasonable attorney's fees if the complainant substantially prevails. 5. It adds an exemption allowing body-worn camera recordings depicting the death of a person in custody to be withheld from public disclosure, while maintaining transparency around other aspects of such incidents.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public records; to amend sections 84-712, 84-712.01, and 84-712.07, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 81-1454, 84-712.03, and 84-712.05, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2020; to provide that recordings from body- worn cameras of peace officers depicting the death of a person being apprehended or in custody are public records; to change public records provisions relating to residents, nonresidents, fees, and remedies; to define a term; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Danielle Conrad (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/12/2023
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB366 amended into LB43 by AM2076
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NE bill #LB1204 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Change provisions relating to certain lotteries and raffles, certain tobacco and nicotine delivery products, the State Lottery Act, the Nebraska Liquor Control Act, the Tobacco Products Tax Act, and public records
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to Nebraska's laws related to lotteries, raffles, tobacco and nicotine delivery products, the liquor control act, and public records. Key provisions include: - Expanding the Nebraska Lottery and Raffle Act to cover lotteries and raffles with gross proceeds greater than $15,000 (previously $1,000 for lotteries and $5,000 for raffles). - Allowing licensed organizations to obtain a special permit to conduct one raffle and one lottery per year, exempt from certain requirements. - Requiring manufacturers of electronic nicotine delivery systems sold in Nebraska to be certified by the Tax Commissioner and meet certain requirements. - Prohibiting delivery sales of electronic nicotine delivery systems and imposing packaging and advertising restrictions. - Allowing holders of microdistillery and manufacturer's licenses to operate rickhouses. - Requiring the Tax Commissioner to adopt rules for the anonymity of lottery prize winners over $250,000. - Changing public records disclosure provisions related to the State Lottery Act and tobacco products.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to law; to amend sections 9-402, 9-422, 9-426, 9-427, 9-429, 9-502, 9-511, 9-823, 28-1105.01, 28-1422, 28-1429, 53-123.01, 59-1523, 77-4003, 77-4005, 77-4006, 77-4012, 77-4013, 77-4017, 77-4019, and 77-4020, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 28-1418.01, 28-1420, 28-1425, and 84-712.05, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and sections 53-101, 53-103, 53-123.16, 77-4001, and 77-4025, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to define and redefine terms; to change provisions relating to the Nebraska Lottery and Raffle Act and the Nebraska Small Lottery and Raffle Act; to provide for the anonymity of winners of certain prizes under the State Lottery Act; to prohibit actions relating to unlicensed tobacco products manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers; to change provisions relating to issuance, revocation, and forfeiture of certain tobacco licenses; to prohibit conduct relating to controlled or counterfeit controlled substances; to prohibit delivery sales of electronic nicotine delivery systems and provide requirements for packaging and advertising of such systems; to provide requirements for e- liquid containers; to authorize a holder of a microdistillery license and a holder of a manufacturer's license to operate a rickhouse under the Nebraska Liquor Control Act; to require certification of manufacturers of electronic nicotine delivery systems under the Tobacco Products Tax Act; to provide duties for such manufacturers; to provide powers and duties for the Tax Commissioner; to provide penalties; to change public records disclosure provisions as prescribed; to harmonize provisions; to eliminate provisions relating to a small lottery; to repeal the original sections; and to outright repeal section 9-510, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cavanaugh (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1296 amended into LB1204 by AM2640
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MD bill #HB151 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Charles County Board of Education - Vacancy Procedures - Timing and Video Streaming and Archiving
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Charles County Board of Education to fill a vacancy on the board within 90 days, except that the board may choose not to fill a vacancy that occurs in an election year for a seat that is vacant. The bill also requires the board to make publicly available through its website live video streaming and complete video recordings of public meetings during which the board conducts interviews of applicants for a vacancy on the board.
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Bill Summary: Requiring the Charles County Board of Education to fill a vacancy on the county board within 90 days after the vacancy occurs; authorizing the Board to choose not to fill a vacancy that occurs in an election year for a seat that is vacant; and requiring the county board to make publicly available through its website live video streaming and complete video recordings of public meetings during which the county board conducts interviews of applicants for a vacancy on the county board.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Edith Patterson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/02/2024
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 162
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KS bill #HB2570 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Substitute for HB 2570 by Committee on Commerce, Labor and Economic Development - Defining benefit year, temporary unemployment, wages and other terms in the employment security law, requiring electronic filing for certain employers, establishing qualifications for employment security board of review candidates, extending the deadline for new accounts following business acquisitions, making certain changes to the employer rate schedules and lowering rates for new employers, enabling employers to
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Kansas Unemployment Insurance State Trust Fund Solvency, System Integrity and Tax Credit Preservation Act of 2024, makes several key changes to the employment security law in Kansas: It defines important terms like "benefit year," "temporary unemployment," "wages," and "statewide average annual/weekly wage." It requires electronic filing of wage reports, contribution returns, and payments for employers with 25 or more employees. The bill establishes minimum qualifications for candidates to the employment security board of review and changes when new employer accounts must be established after a business acquisition. The bill makes significant changes to the employer contribution rate schedules, lowering rates for new employers and those in the construction industry. It removes the employment security interest assessment fund and allows the secretary to extend temporary unemployment for certain industries upon request. The secretary is required to post various calculations, data, and contribution rate information publicly. The bill also changes the timing of employer benefit charge notices from annually to quarterly, removes the exemption for charges less than $100, and allows school bus drivers employed by private contractors to be eligible for workshare. Additionally, the secretary is authorized to suspend state unemployment benefits if a claimant is receiving federal unemployment benefits.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning employment security law; relating to the definition of benefit year, temporary unemployment, wages subject to assessment for employer contributions, statewide average annual wage and statewide average weekly wage; referencing certain new definitions for purposes of the annual determination by the secretary of the maximum weekly benefit amount; requiring electronic filing of wage reports, contribution returns and payments and interest assessments for employers with 25 or more employees; establishing minimum qualifications for candidates for membership on the employment security board of review and initial review of such candidates by the director of unemployment; extending when the mandatory combination of rates and the establishment of a new account due to a business acquisition must occur from the beginning of the following quarter to the beginning of the following year; replacing and making certain changes to the schedules governing employer contribution rates; lowering the contribution rate for new employers and new employers engaged in the construction industry; removing obsolete language pertaining to the employment security interest assessment fund and abolishing such fund; requiring the secretary to create an audit process within the new unemployment insurance information technology system to permit employers to submit reports regarding work search, the my reemployment plan and claimants who do not provide notification or appear for scheduled interviews; providing for notices by the secretary to active employers regarding work search noncompliance reporting options; confirming the legislative coordinating council's authority to extend the new unemployment insurance information technology system's implementation date retroactively and as often as deemed appropriate by the council; requiring the secretary to notify the council of the need for an extension; authorizing the secretary to extend temporary unemployment when requested by employers engaged in certain industries; requiring the secretary to post on the secretary's website certain calculations and data, prepare an annual certification memorandum and publish contribution rate information and schedules; changing the timing of employer benefit charge notices from annually to quarterly; removing the exemption for benefit charges less than $100; providing that school bus drivers employed by private contractors are eligible for workshare; allowing a calculated write off for negative account balance employers by the secretary of such employer's negative reserve account balance; providing that the secretary suspend state unemployment benefits for claimants who are receiving federal unemployment benefits; amending K.S.A. 44-704, 44-705, 44-706, 44-709, 44-710, 44-710b, 44-717, 44-757, 44-771, 44-772 and 44-774 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 44-703, 44-710a and 44-775 and repealing the existing sections. WHEREAS, The amendments made to the employment security law by this act shall be known as the Kansas unemployment insurance state trust fund solvency, system integrity and tax credit preservation act of 2024. Now, therefore:
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Commerce, Labor and Economic Development
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/25/2024
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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NE bill #LB686 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Name the Cities of the First Class Firefighters Retirement Act and change provisions relating to firefighters employed by a city of the first class
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the existing "Firefighters Retirement System" for cities of the first class as the "Cities of the First Class Firefighters Retirement Act", and makes various changes to the retirement plan provisions for firefighters employed by such cities. Key changes include increasing firefighter and city contribution rates over time, providing an offset for firefighters covered by an "absolute coverage group", and making various technical and administrative updates to the retirement system. The bill also makes conforming changes to related statutes.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to retirement; to amend sections 16-1020, 16-1021, 16-1023, 16-1024, 16-1025, 16-1030, 16-1033, 16-1034, 16-1036, 16-1037, 16-1038, 16-1041, 18-1723, and 68-621, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 35-1001 and 81-8,317, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to name the Cities of the First Class Firefighters Retirement Act; to change provisions relating to retirement plans for firefighters employed by a city of the first class; to define and redefine terms; to eliminate obsolete provisions; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Lynne Walz (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 61
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB406 amended into LB686 by AM2984
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NE bill #LB1328 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Change provisions relating to the classification of school districts
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill changes provisions relating to the classification of school districts in Nebraska. The key changes are: - Redefines the classifications of school districts, including creating new Class I districts for those with fewer than 1,500 inhabitants and maintaining both elementary and high school grades. - Requires the Commissioner of Education to reclassify school districts to the new classifications by January 1, 2025. - Makes various changes to the governance, board composition, and procedures for Class I, II, and III school districts to reflect the new classifications. - Provides for the dissolution of small Class I, II, and III school districts that fall below certain enrollment thresholds. - Makes other harmonizing changes throughout Nebraska's school laws to reflect the new district classifications.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to schools; to amend sections 32-543, 32-811, 79-474, 79-475, 79-520, 79-534, 79-549, 79-555, 79-589, 79-590, 79-5,105, 79-5,106, and 79-1093, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 32-405, 32-618, 79-102, 79-104, 79-407, 79-413, 79-451, 79-458, 79-470, 79-473, 79-499, 79-4,108, 79-4,129, 79-501, 79-524, 79-525, 79-526, 79-547, 79-550, 79-554, 79-559, 79-564, 79-569, 79-570, 79-572, 79-576, 79-577, 79-578, 79-579, 79-580, 79-581, 79-586, 79-587, 79-588, 79-594, 79-5,104, 79-611, 79-1045, 79-1084, 79-10,114, 79-10,117, and 79-10,118, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to change provisions relating to classification of school districts; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Murman (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1328 amended into LB1329 by AM2831
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VT bill #H0543 • Last Action 04/25/2024
An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Social Work Licensure Compact and to emergency housing eligibility documentation
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Adopts the Social Work Licensure Compact in Vermont, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services while preserving states' regulatory authority. It establishes a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to govern the Compact and provide oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms. - Amends Vermont law to allow the Office of Professional Regulation to inquire into the criminal background histories of applicants for initial licensure and license renewal of social workers licensed under Vermont law. - Intends that in fiscal year 2024, documentation of a qualifying disability or health condition for emergency housing eligibility shall require certification by a health care provider as defined in Vermont law. The bill provides details on the Compact's purpose, definitions, participation requirements, multistate licensure process, Commission structure and powers, data system, rulemaking, and enforcement. It also outlines provisions related to military families, adverse actions, and withdrawal from the Compact.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Social Work Licensure Compact and to emergency housing eligibility documentation.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 75 : Brian Cina (D)*, Lisa Hango (R), Daisy Berbeco (D), Kelly Pajala (I), Barbara Rachelson (D), Julia Andrews (D), Joe Andriano (D), Peter Anthony (D), John Arrison (D), Angela Arsenault (D), Sarita Austin (D), Ashley Bartley (R), Tiff Bluemle (D), Seth Bongartz (D), Michelle Bos-Lun (D), Lucy Boyden (D), Carolyn Branagan (R), Jessica Brumsted (D), Elizabeth Burrows (D), Tesha Buss (D), Scott Campbell (D), Melanie Carpenter (D), Ela Chapin (D), Heather Chase (D), Robin Chesnut-Tangerman (D), Sara Coffey (D), Esme Cole (D), Leonora Dodge (D), Karen Dolan (D), Kari Dolan (D), Bobby Farlice-Rubio (D), Rey Garofano (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Edye Graning (D), James Gregoire (R), Troy Headrick (D), Rebecca Holcombe (D), Lori Houghton (D), Mary Howard (D), Noah Hyman (D), Stephanie Jerome (D), Emilie Krasnow (D), Larry Labor (R), Dennis Labounty (D), Kate Lalley (D), Josie Leavitt (D), Kate Logan (D), Jim Masland (D), Chris Mattos (R), Jubilee McGill (D), Marc Mihaly (D), Brian Minier (D), Mike Morgan (R), Emma Mulvaney-Stanak (D), Kate Nugent (D), Carol Ode (D), Woody Page (R), Avram Patt (D), Phil Pouech (D), Monique Priestley (D), Mike Rice (D), Tristan Roberts (D), Taylor Small (D), Trevor Squirrell (D), Mary-Katherine Stone (D), Heather Surprenant (D), Chris Taylor (R), Dara Torre (D), Chip Troiano (D), Chea Waters Evans (D), Kirk White (D), Dane Whitman (D), Jonathan Williams (D), Terri Williams (R), Theresa Wood (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 61
• Last Amended: 04/30/2024
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on April 23, 2024
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NE bill #LB1000 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Provide for the anonymity of certain state lottery prize winners
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing Nebraska laws to provide for the anonymity of winners of certain state lottery prizes. Specifically, it prohibits the Lottery Division of the Department of Revenue and any lottery contractors from publicly disclosing the identity of any person awarded a prize of $250,000 or more, unless the person provides written authorization. The bill also changes public records disclosure provisions to limit the public release of information related to lottery prize winners, unless the prize is less than $250,000.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the state lottery; to amend section 9-823, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and section 84-712.05, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to provide for the anonymity of winners of certain prizes; to change public records disclosure provisions as prescribed; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Brandt (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/05/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1000 amended into LB1204 by AM2640
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NE bill #LB932 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt the Social Worker Licensure Compact and change provisions of the Mental Health Practice Act and the Uniform Credentialing Act
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill adopts the Social Worker Licensure Compact, which establishes a multistate licensure program for social workers. It allows social workers licensed in one member state to practice in other member states without obtaining additional licenses. The bill also changes provisions of the Uniform Credentialing Act and the Mental Health Practice Act to incorporate the new Social Worker Licensure Compact. This includes allowing the Department of Health and Human Services to issue multistate social work licenses, requiring criminal background checks for certain social work applicants, and adding social worker multistate licenses to the Mental Health Practice Act's disciplinary provisions. The bill sets an operative date of January 1, 2025 for most of the new provisions.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public health and welfare; to amend section 38-130, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 28-327, 38-2101, 38-2116, and 38-2139, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and section 38-131, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Social Worker Licensure Compact; to change provisions of the Uniform Credentialing Act and the Mental Health Practice Act; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : John Fredrickson (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB822 amended into LB932 by AM3149
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MN bill #HF5217 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Labor supplemental budget bill.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Provides supplemental appropriations for various labor and industry provisions, including making changes to combative sports regulations, construction codes and licensing, Bureau of Mediation provisions, public employee labor relations provisions, University of Minnesota collective bargaining units, miscellaneous labor provisions, broadband and pipeline safety, employee misclassification, and minors appearing in internet content. The bill authorizes rulemaking, appropriates money, and amends numerous sections of Minnesota Statutes related to these areas.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to labor and industry; making supplemental appropriation changes to labor provisions; modifying combative sports regulations, construction codes and licensing, Bureau of Mediation provisions, public employee labor relations provisions, University of Minnesota collective bargaining units, miscellaneous labor provisions, broadband and pipeline safety, employee misclassification, and minors appearing in internet content; authorizing rulemaking; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 116J.395, subdivision 6; 177.27, subdivision 3; 179A.11, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 179A.12, subdivision 5; 181.171, subdivision 1; 181.722; 181.723; 181.960, subdivision 3; 181A.03, by adding subdivisions; 216B.17, by adding a subdivision; 270B.14, subdivision 17, by adding a subdivision; 299J.01; 299J.02, by adding a subdivision; 299J.04, subdivision 2; 299J.11; 326B.081, subdivisions 3, 6, 8; 326B.082, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, by adding a subdivision; 326B.701; 326B.802, subdivision 13; 326B.89, subdivisions 1, 5; 341.28, by adding a subdivision; 341.29; 626.892, subdivision 10; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 116J.871, subdivision 1, as amended; 177.27, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 7; 177.42, subdivision 2; 179A.03, subdivision 14; 179A.041, subdivision 10; 179A.06, subdivision 6; 179A.07, subdivisions 8, 9; 179A.10, subdivision 2; 179A.12, subdivisions 2a, 6, 11; 326B.106, subdivision 1; 326B.802, subdivision 15; 341.25; 341.28, subdivision 5; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.321; 341.33, by adding a subdivision; 341.355; Laws 2023, chapter 53, article 19, sections 2, subdivisions 1, 3, 5; 4; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 116J; 181; 181A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 116J.398; 179.81; 179.82; 179.83, subdivision 1; 179.84, subdivision 1; 179.85; Minnesota Rules, parts 5520.0100; 5520.0110; 5520.0120; 5520.0200; 5520.0250; 5520.0300; 5520.0500; 5520.0520; 5520.0540; 5520.0560; 5520.0600; 5520.0620; 5520.0700; 5520.0710; 5520.0800.
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• Introduced: 04/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Nelson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/24/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 4/25/2024 )
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NE bill #LB1074 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Adopt changes to federal law regarding banking and finance, change provisions of the Commodity Code, the Credit Union Act, and the Securities Act of Nebraska, adopt the Data Privacy Act and the Public Entities Pooled Investment Act, exempt certain records from public disclosure, and change breach of security provisions and computerized data, criminal history background checks, and vital records
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a range of changes to Nebraska's banking, finance, and securities laws: It adopts the new Data Privacy Act, which regulates how companies that conduct business in Nebraska and process personal data must handle that data, including requirements around transparency, consumer rights, data security, and enforcement by the Attorney General. It also adopts the Public Entities Pooled Investment Act, which allows certain governmental entities to pool investments in eligible investments. The bill makes updates to align various Nebraska banking, credit union, commodity code, and securities laws with recent changes in federal law. It changes provisions around things like automatic teller machine usage, lending limits, credit union operations, data breach reporting requirements, and securities regulation. The bill also includes changes to how the state handles vital records, criminal history background checks, and preserves certain records from public disclosure. Overall, the bill's key purpose is to adopt new data privacy regulations, update Nebraska financial laws to align with federal changes, and make various other technical changes to state banking, finance, and records laws.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to banking and finance; to amend sections 8-1116, 8-1120, 8-1726, 8-2504, 8-2729, 8-2730, 8-2735, 13-609, 21-1701, 21-1702, 21-1705, 21-1729, 21-1736, 21-1743, 21-1749, 21-1767, 21-17,102, 21-17,109, 30-3801, 45-346, 45-346.01, 45-354, 45-737, 45-905.01, 45-912, 45-1005, 45-1018, 45-1033.01, 71-605.02, 71-616, 77-2341, and 81-118.01, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, section 84-712.05, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, sections 8-135, 8-141, 8-143.01, 8-157.01, 8-183.04, 8-1,140, 8-318, 8-355, 8-1101, 8-1101.01, 8-1704, 8-1707, 8-2724, 8-2903, 8-3005, 8-3007, 21-17,115, 59-1722, 69-2103, 69-2104, 69-2112, and 71-612, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023, and section 4A-108, Uniform Commercial Code, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to adopt the Data Privacy Act; to adopt the Public Entities Pooled Investment Act; to adopt updates to federal law and change provisions relating to banking and finance; to change provisions of the Securities Act of Nebraska, the Commodity Code, the Credit Union Act, and the Nebraska Uniform Trust Code; to change provisions relating to breaches of security relating to computerized data and criminal history record information checks; to change provisions relating to the preservation and use of certain certificates and information relating to vital records; to provide for certain records to be exempt from public disclosure; to eliminate obsolete provisions; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to provide for severability; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Julie Slama (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB1294 amended into LB1074 by AM2560
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MN bill #HF4194 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Housing; prior appropriations modified, new programs established and existing programs modified, housing infrastructure bond eligible uses expanded, housing infrastructure bond issuance authorized, working group and task force established, reports required, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Modifies prior appropriations and establishes new programs and modifies existing programs related to housing at the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. - Expands the eligible uses of housing infrastructure bonds and authorizes the issuance of additional housing infrastructure bonds. - Establishes a working group to study common interest communities (CICs) and homeowners associations (HOAs) in Minnesota, including their prevalence, governance, fees, and impact on housing, and provide recommendations for legislative reforms. - Appropriates funds for the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, Minnesota Management and Budget, and the Supreme Court related to implementation of the bill. - Includes provisions related to wage theft prevention, rent limits for senior housing projects, eligibility determinations for agency programs, and rental assistance programs and procedures.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to housing; modifying prior appropriations; establishing new programs and modifying existing programs; expanding eligible uses of housing infrastructure bonds; authorizing the issuance of housing infrastructure bonds; establishing a working group and a task force; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 15.082; 462A.02, subdivision 10; 462A.03, by adding subdivisions; 462A.05, subdivisions 3b, 14a, 14b, 15, 15b, 21, 23; 462A.07, by adding subdivisions; 462A.202, subdivision 3a; 462A.21, subdivisions 7, 8b; 462A.222, by adding a subdivision; 462A.35, subdivision 2; 462A.37, by adding a subdivision; 462A.40, subdivisions 2, 3; 462C.02, subdivision 6; 469.012, subdivision 2j; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 462A.05, subdivisions 14, 45; 462A.22, subdivision 1; 462A.37, subdivisions 2, 5; 462A.39, subdivision 2; 477A.35, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, by adding a subdivision; Laws 2023, chapter 37, article 1, section 2, subdivisions 1, 2, 17, 29, 32; article 2, section 12, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 19, section 120; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 462A; 469; 504B.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Michael Howard (D)*, Liish Kozlowski (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 4/25/2024 )
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AL bill #SB247 • Last Action 04/25/2024
Alabama Workforce Transformation Act FY24 Regular Session SENATE
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Alabama Workforce Transformation Act, makes several key changes: 1. It renames the Alabama Department of Labor as the Alabama Department of Workforce, with the head of the department being known as the Secretary of Workforce. This change is made throughout the bill to reflect the new name. 2. It expands the duties and functions of the Department of Workforce to include new responsibilities related to workforce development, such as administering the Alabama Workforce Board, regional workforce boards, and various workforce development programs and initiatives. 3. It establishes the Alabama Workforce Board as the state's workforce development board, outlines its composition and duties, and creates an Executive Committee to provide oversight and guidance. 4. It requires the Secretary of Workforce to develop a Strategic Workforce Plan to guide state and federal workforce development policies and budget priorities, and to work with the Executive Committee on the WIOA State Plan. 5. It establishes seven regional workforce boards to serve as local workforce development boards and outlines their duties and responsibilities. 6. It transfers certain workforce development functions and staff from the Department of Commerce to the Department of Workforce. 7. It provides for the recodification of certain existing workforce-related laws into a new chapter within Title 25 of the Code of Alabama. Overall, the bill aims to consolidate and streamline the state's workforce development efforts under the Department of Workforce, with the goal of improving coordination, accountability, and the alignment of workforce development strategies and programs.
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Bill Summary: Alabama Workforce Transformation Act FY24 Regular Session SENATE
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• Introduced: 03/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 27 : Steve Livingston (R)*, Jabo Waggoner (R), Andrew Jones (R), April Weaver (R), Larry Stutts (R), Dan Roberts (R), Shay Shelnutt (R), Jay Hovey (R), Bobby Singleton (D), Donnie Chesteen (R), Greg Reed (R), Chris Elliott (R), David Sessions (R), Tom Butler (R), Will Barfoot (R), Jack Williams (R), Sam Givhan (R), Randy Price (R), Gerald Allen (R), Rodger Smitherman (D), Wes Kitchens (R), Linda Coleman-Madison (D), Keith Kelley (R), Merika Coleman (D), Vivian Figures (D), Tim Melson (R), Kirk Hatcher (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Enacted
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OK bill #HB3779 • Last Action 04/24/2024
Oklahoma Open Records Act; public records; non-records; deadline to notify to file suit for denied record access; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act in several ways. It reduces the list of items considered non-records, increases the types of confidential records, and prescribes a deadline for notifying a public body of intent to file suit for denied record access. The bill also provides an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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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 11, Chapter 271, O.S.L. 2023, 24A.5, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 332, O.S.L. 2023, and 24A.17 (51 O.S. Supp. 2023, Sections 24A.3 and 24A.5), which relate to public records; reducing the list of things defined as nonrecords; increasing the types of confidential records; prescribing a deadline to notify of intent to file suit for denied record access; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Open Records Act
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Collin Duel (R)*, Rob Standridge (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/23/2024
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CA bill #SB1235 • Last Action 04/24/2024
Public postsecondary education: Artificial Intelligence and Deepfake Working Group.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the California State University, Long Beach, in consultation with other public institutions of higher education, to establish the Artificial Intelligence and Deepfake Working Group. The working group would evaluate and advise the Legislature and the public on the relevant issues and impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfakes, including their impact on government, businesses, the workforce, education, and residents, as well as the associated risks and legal implications. The bill authorizes the California State University, Long Beach to develop a scoping plan in the first year to establish the topics and stakeholders for the working group, which must include representatives from various sectors, the Secretary of Government Operations, the Executive Director of the California Privacy Protection Agency, and the Secretary of State. The working group is required to submit an annual report to the Legislature on its research and findings related to AI and deepfakes.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 99500) to Part 65 of Division 14 of Title 3 of the Education Code, relating to public postsecondary education.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lena Gonzalez (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/15/2024
• Last Action: April 24 set for first hearing canceled at the request of author.
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OK bill #SB1310 • Last Action 04/24/2024
State-sponsored employee benefits; directing the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to administer state-sponsored benefits; removing requirement for certain bid acceptance. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers the administration of state-sponsored health, dental, and life insurance plans from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. It removes the requirement for certain bid acceptance and updates statutory language related to the administration of these state-sponsored benefit plans.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1310 By: McCortney of the Senate and Sneed of the House An Act relating to state-sponsored employee benefits; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 5003, which relates to powers and duties of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority; directing the Authority to administer state-sponsored benefits; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 1306.2, 1306.5, 1318, 1321, and 1371, which relate to the administration of state-sponsored plans; conforming language; removing requirement for certain bid acceptance; updating statutory language; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: State-sponsored employee benefits
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• Introduced: 12/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Greg McCortney (R)*, Chris Sneed (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/23/2024
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OK bill #SB1528 • Last Action 04/24/2024
Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision; modifying voting membership of Council. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma law governing the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision. It modifies the voting membership of the Oklahoma State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision by making the compact administrator a non-voting member and adding the Executive Coordinator or designee of the District Attorneys Council, the Executive Director or designee of the Oklahoma Indigent Defense System, and the Administrative Director of the Courts or designee as voting members. The bill also updates a statutory reference and sets an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1528 By: Weaver of the Senate and Ford of the House An Act relating to the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1094, which relates to the Oklahoma State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision; modifying voting membership of Council; updating statutory reference; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision
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• Introduced: 12/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Darrell Weaver (R)*, Ross Ford (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/23/2024
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IL bill #HB1622 • Last Action 04/24/2024
NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Nurse Practice Act to ratify and approve the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. The bill provides that the Compact does not supersede existing state labor laws, and that the state may not share or disclose the contents of nationwide criminal history record checks conducted for the purpose of multistate licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact with the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or any other state.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Nurse Practice Act. Ratifies and approves the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. Provides that the Compact does not supersede existing State labor laws. Provides that the State may not share with or disclose to the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or any other state any of the contents of a nationwide criminal history records check conducted for the purpose of multistate licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Ryan Spain (R)*, Amy Grant (R), Tony McCombie (R), Norine Hammond (R), Travis Weaver (R), Brandun Schweizer (R), Marty McLaughlin (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/01/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Martin McLaughlin
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OK bill #HB3937 • Last Action 04/23/2024
Open Meeting Act; public body notices; online publishing requirements; COVID-19 expired notice exceptions; modifying provisions related to publishing notice and agendas online; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to remove expired notice exceptions related to the COVID-19 pandemic and modify provisions for publishing meeting notices and agendas online. Specifically, it requires all state public bodies to post meeting notices and agendas on their websites at least 24 hours in advance, in addition to other existing notice requirements. The bill also provides an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 311, which relates to notice requirements; removing expired notice exceptions for the COVID-19 pandemic; modifying provisions related to publishing notice and agendas online; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Open Meeting Act
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Melissa Provenzano (D)*, Ty Burns (R)*, Jared Deck (D), Amanda Swope (D), Ellyn Hefner (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/17/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/22/2024
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OK bill #SB1230 • Last Action 04/23/2024
Oklahoma State Athletic Commission; extending sunset date. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the sunset date of the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission from July 1, 2024 to July 1, 2027, allowing the commission to continue operating for an additional 3 years. The commission is responsible for regulating professional combative sports and amateur mixed martial arts events in Oklahoma. The bill also outlines the commission's composition, including membership requirements and qualifications, as well as its operational procedures and obligations under state laws. The bill will become effective on July 1, 2024, and an emergency clause declares it necessary for the preservation of public peace, health, or safety, so it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1230 By: Bergstrom of the Senate and Kendrix of the House An Act relating to amusements and sports; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 604.1, which relates to the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission; extending sunset date; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Extending sunset date
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Micheal Bergstrom (R)*, Gerrid Kendrix (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/17/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/22/2024
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OK bill #SB1736 • Last Action 04/23/2024
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; modifying definition. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the definition of "public body" in the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. It clarifies that the state judiciary, the Council on Judicial Complaints, the Legislature, certain administrative staffs of public bodies, multidisciplinary teams, stewards designated by the Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission, the board of directors of a Federally Qualified Health Center, and the State Council for Interstate Juvenile Supervision are not considered public bodies under the Act. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 304, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 123, O.S.L. 2022 (25 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 304), which relates to definitions; modifying definition; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Darrell Weaver (R)*, Mark Lawson (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/26/2024
• Last Action: House Floor 1 Floor Amendment by LAWSON - 1 Floor Amendment by LAWSON
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OK bill #HB3317 • Last Action 04/23/2024
Alzheimer's disease; multidisciplinary team for investigation and prosecution of elder or vulnerable adult abuse; requirement for the multidisciplinary team; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to require that at least one member of the multidisciplinary team for investigating and prosecuting elder or vulnerable adult abuse must complete dementia-specific training on Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The training must cover communication skills, problem-solving with challenging behaviors, or explanation of Alzheimer's disease and other dementia. The bill also clarifies that the Department of Human Services must make reasonable efforts to find and provide a trained investigator or interviewer if immediate investigation is necessary. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to Alzheimer's disease; amending Section 2, Chapter 123, O.S.L. 2022 (43A O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 10-115), which relates to multidisciplinary team for investigation and prosecution of elder or vulnerable adult abuse; adding a requirement for the multidisciplinary team; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Alzheimer's disease
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Steve Bashore (R)*, Grant Green (R)*, Brian Hill (R), Stan May (R), Josh Cantrell (R), Cowboy Stephens (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/23/2024
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HI bill #HB2415 • Last Action 04/23/2024
Relating To The Nurse Licensure Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Governor to enter Hawaii into the Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow nurses licensed in their home state to practice in other Compact states. Beginning in 2026, the bill requires individuals holding a multistate nurse license from another state and employed by a healthcare facility in Hawaii to annually complete demographic data surveys. The bill also allows the State Board of Nursing to charge different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by Hawaii. The Nurse Licensure Compact will become effective and binding in Hawaii two years after this Act takes effect.
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Bill Summary: Authorizes the Governor to enter the State into the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multistate licensure privilege in each party state. Beginning 7/1/2026, requires individuals that hold a multistate nurse license issued by another state employed by a health care facility to annually complete demographic data surveys. Authorizes the State Board of Nursing to charge different fees customarily and historically charged for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by the State. Takes effect 7/1/3000; provided that the Nurse Licensure Compact shall become effective and binding in the State two years after enactment of this Act. (SD2)
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Saiki (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 04/06/2024
• Last Action: Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-24-24 3:35PM; Conference Room 329.
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CA bill #AB2412 • Last Action 04/23/2024
Healing arts: California Body Contouring Council: practitioners.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the California Body Contouring Practitioner Act, would create the California Body Contouring Council to regulate the practice of body contouring, which is defined as noninvasive, nonmedical treatment intended to shape or contour the fatty areas of the body. The council would be responsible for issuing certificates of completion, permits to be a California Certified and Permitted Body Contouring Practitioner, permits for physical locations, and mobile permits. The bill would require the council to develop a 200-hour, physician-approved course in body contouring and establish fees for the various permits. The bill would also prohibit certain practices, such as the use of needles, injections, or medical equipment, and would make it unlawful to falsely advertise oneself as a certified body contouring practitioner.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 10.8 (commencing with Section 4660) to Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to body contouring.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Eloise Reyes (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/08/2024
• Last Action: Assembly Business And Professions Hearing (09:30:00 4/23/2024 1021 O Street, Room 1100)
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OK bill #HB3752 • Last Action 04/23/2024
Domestic violence; increasing membership of the Board; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the law to increase the membership of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board from 20 to 21 members, including adding a designee from the Department of Corrections. The bill also authorizes the Board to request and obtain certain records, such as those from the Department of Corrections and the Child Death Review Board, when conducting joint reviews. Additionally, it modifies the recommendation requirement for the Board's annual report. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to domestic violence; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Sections 1601 and 1602, which relate to the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board; authorizing the Board to request and obtain certain records; increasing membership of the Board; modifying certain recommendation requirement; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Domestic violence
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : John Talley (R)*, Ally Seifried (R)*, Kay Floyd (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/17/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/22/2024
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AK bill #HB278 • Last Action 04/23/2024
Admin. Regulation Review Division
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the administrative regulation review division, a permanent staff agency responsible to the Legislative Budget and Audit Committee, to provide prompt legislative review of administrative regulations filed by the lieutenant governor. The bill gives the division various powers, including examining regulations to determine whether they properly implement legislative intent, and providing comments to the governor and state agencies. The bill also requires state agencies to submit certain proposed and adopted regulations to the division for review, and allows the division to recommend legislative action to annul or amend regulations. Additionally, the bill makes various changes to the Administrative Procedure Act regarding the adoption, amendment, and repeal of regulations.
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Bill Summary: An Act establishing the administrative regulation review division.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 0 : Ways & Means
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: House State Affairs Hearing (15:00:00 4/23/2024 Gruenberg 120)
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ME bill #LD2291 • Last Action 04/22/2024
Resolve, Approving the 2024 Draft and Arrangement of the Constitution of Maine Incorporating Amendments Approved at Referendum in 2023 and Providing for Its Publication and Distribution
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill approves the 2024 draft and arrangement of the Constitution of Maine, which incorporates amendments approved by voters at the 2023 referendum, and provides for its publication and distribution. In November 2023, voters approved two amendments to the Maine Constitution - one changing the timing of judicial review of the validity of written petitions, and the other requiring all provisions of the Maine Constitution to be included in official printings. Pursuant to a 2023 legislative resolve, the Chief Justice of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court arranged the Constitution to reflect these changes and submitted the arrangement to the Legislature for approval. This bill approves that arrangement, directs the Secretary of State to print and publish it, and declares it the supreme law of the State.
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Bill Summary: In November 2023, 2 amendments to the Constitution of Maine were approved by the voters at referendum: one changing the timing of judicial review of the determination of the validity of written petitions; and the other requiring all provisions of the Constitution of Maine to be included in the official printing by repealing a provision of the Constitution of Maine that required provisions of Article X to not be printed. In Resolve 2023, chapter 127, the Legislature authorized the Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court to arrange the Constitution of Maine to make the change regarding the timing of written petitions and to include those provisions of Article X that were not being printed. Passage of this resolve by the Legislature constitutes approval of the Constitution of Maine as arranged by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court pursuant to the Constitution of Maine, Article X, Section 6 and Resolve 2023, chapter 127 and directs the Secretary of State to print and publish this arrangement of the Constitution of Maine. The text of the Constitution of Maine as arranged by the Chief Justice, including the 2024 arrangement notes by the Chief Justice, is appended to this summary as Appendix A. APPENDIX A CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF MAINE (Arranged by the Chief Justice of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court pursuant to the Constitution of Maine, Article X, Section 6 and Resolves 2023, c. 127, with 2024 Rearrangement Notes) (Includes CR 2023, c. 1 and CR. 2023, c. 2) PREAMBLE. Objects of government. We the people of Maine, in order to establish justice, insure tranquility, provide for our mutual defense, promote our common welfare, and secure to ourselves and our posterity the blessings of liberty, acknowledging with grateful hearts the goodness of the Sovereign Ruler of the Universe in affording us an opportunity, so favorable to the design; and, imploring God's aid and direction in its accomplishment, do agree to form ourselves into a free and independent State, by the style and title of the State of Maine and do ordain and establish the following Constitution for the government of the same. Article I. Declaration of Rights. Section 1. Natural rights. All people are born equally free and independent, and have certain natural, inherent and unalienable rights, among which are those of enjoying and defending life and liberty, acquiring, possessing and protecting property, and of pursuing and obtaining safety and happiness. Section 2. Power inherent in people. All power is inherent in the people; all free governments are founded in their authority and instituted for their benefit; they have therefore an unalienable and indefeasible right to institute government, and to alter, reform, or totally change the same, when their safety and happiness require it. Section 3. Religious freedom; sects equal; religious tests prohibited; religious teachers. All individuals have a natural and unalienable right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their own consciences, and no person shall be hurt, molested or restrained in that person's liberty or estate for worshipping God in the manner and season most agreeable to the dictates of that person's own conscience, nor for that person's religious professions or sentiments, provided that that person does not disturb the public peace, nor obstruct others in their religious worship; -- and all persons demeaning themselves peaceably, as good members of the State, shall be equally under the protection of the laws, and no subordination nor preference of any one sect or CONSTITUTION OF MAINE denomination to another shall ever be established by law, nor shall any religious test be required as a qualification for any office or trust, under this State; and all religious societies in this State, whether incorporate or unincorporate, shall at all times have the exclusive right of electing their public teachers, and contracting with them for their support and maintenance. Section 4. Freedom of speech and publication; libel; truth given in evidence; jury determines law and fact. Every citizen may freely speak, write and publish sentiments on any subject, being responsible for the abuse of this liberty; no laws shall be passed regulating or restraining the freedom of the press; and in prosecutions for any publication respecting the official conduct of people in public capacity, or the qualifications of those who are candidates for the suffrages of the people, or where the matter published is proper for public information, the truth thereof may be given in evidence, and in all indictments for libels, the jury, after having received the direction of the court, shall have a right to determine, at their discretion, the law and the fact. Section 5. Unreasonable searches prohibited. The people shall be secure in their persons, houses, papers and possessions from all unreasonable searches and seizures; and no warrant to search any place, or seize any person or thing, shall issue without a special designation of the place to be searched, and the person or thing to be seized, nor without probable cause -- supported by oath or affirmation. Section 6. Rights of persons accused. In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall have a right to be heard by the accused and counsel to the accused, or either, at the election of the accused; To demand the nature and cause of the accusation, and have a copy thereof; To be confronted by the witnesses against the accused; To have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in favor of the accused; To have a speedy, public and impartial trial, and, except in trials by martial law or impeachment, by a jury of the vicinity. The accused shall not be compelled to furnish or give evidence against himself or herself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, property or privileges, but by judgment of that person's peers or the law of the land. Section 6-A. Discrimination against persons prohibited. No person shall be deprived of life, liberty or property without due process of law, nor be denied the equal CONSTITUTION OF MAINE protection of the laws, nor be denied the enjoyment of that person's civil rights or be discriminated against in the exercise thereof. Section 7. No person to answer to certain crimes but on indictment; exceptions; juries. No person shall be held to answer for a capital or infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases of impeachment, or in such cases of offenses, as are usually cognizable by a justice of the peace, or in cases arising in the army or navy, or in the militia when in actual service in time of war or public danger. The Legislature shall provide by law a suitable and impartial mode of selecting juries, and their usual number and unanimity, in indictments and convictions, shall be held indispensable. Section 8. No double jeopardy. No person, for the same offense, shall be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb. Section 9. Sanguinary laws, excessive bail, cruel or unusual punishments prohibited. Sanguinary laws shall not be passed; all penalties and punishments shall be proportioned to the offense; excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel nor unusual punishments inflicted. Section 10. Bailable offenses; habeas corpus. No person before conviction shall be bailable for any of the crimes which now are, or have been denominated capital offenses since the adoption of the Constitution, when the proof is evident or the presumption great, whatever the punishment of the crimes may be. And the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended, unless when in cases of rebellion or invasion the public safety may require it. Section 11. Attainder, ex post facto and contract-impairment laws prohibited. The Legislature shall pass no bill of attainder, ex post facto law, nor law impairing the obligation of contracts, and no attainder shall work corruption of blood nor forfeiture of estate. Section 12. Treason; testimony of 2 witnesses. Treason against this State shall consist only in levying war against it, adhering to its enemies, giving them aid and comfort. No person shall be convicted of treason unless on the testimony of 2 witnesses to the same overt act, or confession in open court. Section 13. Suspension of laws. The laws shall not be suspended but by the Legislature or its authority. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Section 14. Corporal punishment under military law. No person shall be subject to corporal punishment under military law, except such as are employed in the army or navy, or in the militia when in actual service in time of war or public danger. Section 15. Right of petition. The people have a right at all times in an orderly and peaceable manner to assemble to consult upon the common good, to give instructions to their representatives, and to request, of either department of the government by petition or remonstrance, redress of their wrongs and grievances. Section 16. To keep and bear arms. Every citizen has a right to keep and bear arms and this right shall never be questioned. Section 17. Standing armies. No standing army shall be kept up in time of peace without the consent of the Legislature, and the military shall, in all cases, and at all times, be in strict subordination to the civil power. Section 18. Quartering of soldiers on citizens. No soldier shall in time of peace be quartered in any house without the consent of the owner or occupant, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law. Section 19. Right of redress for injuries. Every person, for an injury inflicted on the person or the person's reputation, property or immunities, shall have remedy by due course of law; and right and justice shall be administered freely and without sale, completely and without denial, promptly and without delay. Section 20. Trial by jury. In all civil suits, and in all controversies concerning property, the parties shall have a right to a trial by jury, except in cases where it has heretofore been otherwise practiced; the party claiming the right may be heard by himself or herself and with counsel, or either, at the election of the party. Section 21. Private property, when to be taken. Private property shall not be taken for public uses without just compensation; nor unless the public exigencies require it. Section 22. Taxes. No tax or duty shall be imposed without the consent of the people or of their representatives in the Legislature. Section 23. Title of nobility prohibited; tenure of offices. No title of nobility or hereditary distinction, privilege, honor or emolument, shall ever be granted or CONSTITUTION OF MAINE confirmed, nor shall any office be created, the appointment to which shall be for a longer time than during good behavior. Section 24. Other rights not impaired. The enumeration of certain rights shall not impair nor deny others retained by the people. Section 25. Right to food. All individuals have a natural, inherent and unalienable right to food, including the right to save and exchange seeds and the right to grow, raise, harvest, produce and consume the food of their own choosing for their own nourishment, sustenance, bodily health and well-being, as long as an individual does not commit trespassing, theft, poaching or other abuses of private property rights, public lands or natural resources in the harvesting, production or acquisition of food. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article II. Electors. Section 1. Qualifications of electors; written ballot; military servicemen; students. Every citizen of the United States of the age of 18 years and upwards, excepting persons under guardianship for reasons of mental illness, having his or her residence established in this State, shall be an elector for Governor, Senators and Representatives, in the city, town or plantation where his or her residence has been established, if he or she continues to reside in this State; and the elections shall be by written ballot. But persons in the military, naval or marine service of the United States, or this State, shall not be considered as having obtained such established residence by being stationed in any garrison, barrack or military place, in any city, town or plantation; nor shall the residence of a student at any seminary of learning entitle the student to the right of suffrage in the city, town or plantation where such seminary is established. No person, however, shall be deemed to have lost residence by reason of the person's absence from the state in the military service of the United States, or of this State. Indians. Every Indian, residing on tribal reservations and otherwise qualified, shall be an elector in all county, state and national elections. Section 2. Electors exempt from arrests on election days. Electors shall, in all cases, except treason, felony or breach of the peace, be privileged from arrest on the days of election, during their attendance at, going to, and returning therefrom. Section 3. Exemption from military duty. No elector shall be obliged to do duty in the militia on any day of election, except in time of war or public danger. Section 4. Time of state election; absentee voting. The election of Senators and Representatives shall be on the Tuesday following the first Monday of November biennially forever and the election of Governor shall be on the Tuesday following the first Monday of November every 4 years. The Legislature under proper enactment shall authorize and provide for voting by citizens of the State absent therefrom in the Armed Forces of the United States or of this State and for voting by other citizens absent or physically incapacitated for reasons deemed sufficient. Section 5. Voting machines. Voting machines, or other mechanical devices for voting, may be used at all elections under such regulations as may be prescribed by law, provided, however, the right of secret voting shall be preserved. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article III. Distribution of Powers. Section 1. Powers distributed. The powers of this government shall be divided into 3 distinct departments, the legislative, executive and judicial. Section 2. To be kept separate. No person or persons, belonging to one of these departments, shall exercise any of the powers properly belonging to either of the others, except in the cases herein expressly directed or permitted. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article IV. Part First. House of Representatives. Section 1. Legislative department; style of acts. The legislative power shall be vested in 2 distinct branches, a House of Representatives, and a Senate, each to have a negative on the other, and both to be styled the Legislature of Maine, but the people reserve to themselves power to propose laws and to enact or reject the same at the polls independent of the Legislature, and also reserve power at their own option to approve or reject at the polls any Act, bill, resolve or resolution passed by the joint action of both branches of the Legislature, and the style of their laws and Acts shall be, "Be it enacted by the people of the State of Maine." Section 2. Number of Representatives; biennial terms; division of the State into districts for House of Representatives. The House of Representatives shall consist of 151 members, to be elected by the qualified electors, and hold their office 2 years from the day next preceding the first Wednesday in December following the general election. The Legislature which convenes in 2013, and also the Legislature which convenes in 2021 and every 10th year thereafter, shall cause the State to be divided into districts for the choice of one Representative for each district. The number of Representatives shall be divided into the number of inhabitants of the State exclusive of foreigners not naturalized according to the latest Federal Decennial Census or a State Census previously ordered by the Legislature to coincide with the Federal Decennial Census, to determine a mean population figure for each Representative District. Each Representative District shall be formed of contiguous and compact territory and shall cross political subdivision lines the least number of times necessary to establish as nearly as practicable equally populated districts. Whenever the population of a municipality entitles it to more than one district, all whole districts shall be drawn within municipal boundaries. Any population remainder within the municipality shall be included in a district with contiguous territory and shall be kept intact. Section 3. Submission of reapportionment plan to Clerk of House; Legislature's action on commission's plan. The apportionment plan of the commission established under Article IV, Part Third, Section 1-A shall be submitted to the Clerk of the House no later than June 1st of the year in which apportionment is required. In the preparation of legislation implementing the plan, the commission, following a unanimous decision by commission members, may adjust errors and inconsistencies in accordance with the standards set forth in this Constitution, so long as substantive changes are not made. The Legislature shall enact the submitted plan of the commission or a plan of its own by a vote of 2/3 of the Members of each House by June 11th of the year in which apportionment is required. Such action shall be subject to the Governor's approval as provided in Article IV, Part Third, Section 2. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE In the event that the Legislature shall fail to make an apportionment by June 11th, the Supreme Judicial Court shall, within 60 days following the period in which the Legislature is required to act, but fails to do so, make the apportionment. In making such apportionment, the Supreme Judicial Court shall take into consideration plans and briefs filed by the public with the court during the first 30 days of the period in which the court is required to apportion. The Supreme Judicial Court shall have original jurisdiction to hear any challenge to an apportionment law enacted by the Legislature, as registered by any citizen or group thereof. If any challenge is sustained, the Supreme Judicial Court shall make the apportionment. Section 4. Qualifications; residency requirement. No person shall be a member of the House of Representatives, unless the person shall, at the commencement of the period for which the person is elected, have been 5 years a citizen of the United States, have arrived at the age of 21 years, have been a resident in this State one year; and for the 3 months next preceding the time of this person's election shall have been, and, during the period for which elected, shall continue to be a resident in the district which that person represents. No person may be a candidate for election as a member of the House of Representatives unless, at the time of the nomination for placement on a primary, general or special election ballot, that person is a resident in the district which the candidate seeks to represent. Section 5. Election of Representatives; lists of votes delivered forthwith; lists of votes examined by Governor; summons of persons who appear to be elected; lists shall be laid before the House. The meetings within this State for the choice of Representatives shall be warned in due course of law by qualified officials of the several towns and cities 7 days at least before the election, and the election officials of the various towns and cities shall preside impartially at such meetings, receive the votes of all the qualified electors, sort, count and declare them in open meeting; and a list of the persons voted for shall be formed, with the number of votes for each person against that person's name. Cities and towns belonging to any Representative District shall hold their meetings at the same time in the respective cities and towns; and such meetings shall be notified, held and regulated, the votes received, sorted, counted and declared in the same manner. Fair copies of the lists of votes shall be attested by the municipal officers and the clerks of the cities and towns and the city and town clerks respectively shall cause the same to be delivered into the office of the Secretary of State forthwith. The Governor shall examine the returned copies of such lists and 7 days before the first Wednesday of December biennially, shall issue a summons to such persons as shall appear to have been elected by a plurality of all votes returned, to attend and take their seats. All such lists shall be laid before the House of Representatives on the first Wednesday of December biennially, and they shall finally determine who are elected. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Section 6. Vacancies. Whenever the seat of a member shall be vacated by death, resignation, or otherwise the vacancy may be filled by a new election. Section 7. To choose own officers. The House of Representatives shall choose their speaker, clerk and other officers. Section 8. Power of impeachment. The House of Representatives shall have the sole power of impeachment. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article IV. Part Second. Senate. Section 1. Number of Senators. The Senate shall consist of an odd number of Senators, not less than 31 nor more than 35, elected at the same time and for the same term as Representatives by the qualified electors of the districts into which the State shall be from time to time divided. Section 2. Submission of reapportionment plan to Secretary of Senate; Legislature's action on commission's plan; division of State into Senatorial Districts; division by Supreme Judicial Court. The Legislature which shall convene in the year 2013, and also the Legislature which shall convene in the year 2021 and every tenth year thereafter, shall cause the State to be divided into districts for the choice of a Senator from each district, using the same method as provided in Article IV, Part First, Section 2 for apportionment of Representative Districts. The apportionment plan of the commission established under Article IV, Part Third, Section 1-A shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Senate no later than June 1st of the year in which apportionment is required. In the preparation of legislation implementing the plan, the commission, following a unanimous decision by commission members, may adjust errors and inconsistencies in accordance with the standards set forth in this Constitution, so long as substantive changes are not made. The Legislature shall enact the submitted plan of the commission or a plan of its own by a vote of 2/3 of the Members of each House by June 11th of the year in which apportionment is required. Such action shall be subject to the Governor's approval as provided in Article IV, Part Third, Section 2. In the event that the Legislature shall fail to make an apportionment by June 11th, the Supreme Judicial Court shall, within 60 days following the period in which the Legislature is required to act but fails to do so, make the apportionment. In making such apportionment, the Supreme Judicial Court shall take into consideration plans and briefs filed by the public with the court during the first 30 days of the period in which the court is required to apportion. The Supreme Judicial Court shall have original jurisdiction to hear any challenge to an apportionment law enacted by the Legislature, as registered by any citizen or group thereof. If any challenge is sustained, the Supreme Judicial Court shall make the apportionment. Section 3. Election of Senators; lists of votes delivered forthwith. The meetings within this State for the election of Senators shall be notified, held and regulated and the votes received, sorted, counted, declared and recorded, in the same manner as those for Representatives. Fair copies of the lists of votes shall be attested by the clerks of the cities CONSTITUTION OF MAINE and towns or other duly authorized officials and sealed up in open meetings and such officials shall cause said lists to be delivered into the office of the Secretary of State forthwith. Section 4. Lists of votes examined by Governor; summons to persons who appear to be elected. The Governor shall, as soon as may be, examine the copies of such lists, and at least 7 days before the said first Wednesday of December, issue a summons to such persons, as shall appear to be elected by a plurality of the votes in each senatorial district, to attend that day and take their seats. Section 5. Determination of Senators elected; procedure for filling vacancies. The Senate shall, on said first Wednesday of December, biennially determine who is elected by a plurality of votes to be Senator in each district. All vacancies in the Senate arising from death, resignation, removal from the State or like causes, and also vacancies, if any, which may occur because of the failure of any district to elect by a plurality of votes the Senator to which said district shall be entitled shall be filled by an immediate election in the unrepresented district. The Governor shall issue a proclamation therefor and therein fix the time of such election. Section 6. Qualifications. The Senators shall be 25 years of age at the commencement of the term, for which they are elected, and in all other respects their qualifications shall be the same as those of the Representatives. Section 7. To try impeachments; limitation of judgment of impeachment; party liable to be tried and punished in court. The Senate shall have the sole power to try all impeachments, and when sitting for that purpose shall be on oath or affirmation, and no person shall be convicted without the concurrence of 2/3 of the members present. Their judgment, however, shall not extend farther than to removal from office, and disqualification to hold or enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under this State. But the party, whether convicted or acquitted, shall nevertheless be liable to indictment, trial, judgment and punishment according to law. Section 8. To choose own officers. The Senate shall choose their President, Secretary and other officers. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article IV. Part Third. Legislative Power. Section 1. To meet annually; power of Legislature to convene itself at other times; extent of legislative power. The Legislature shall convene on the first Wednesday of December following the general election in what shall be designated the first regular session of the Legislature; and shall further convene on the first Wednesday after the first Tuesday of January in the subsequent even-numbered year in what shall be designated the second regular session of the Legislature; provided, however, that the business of the second regular session of the Legislature shall be limited to budgetary matters; legislation in the Governor's call; legislation of an emergency nature admitted by the Legislature; legislation referred to committees for study and report by the Legislature in the first regular session; and legislation presented to the Legislature by written petition of the electors under the provisions of Article IV, Part Third, Section 18. The Legislature shall enact appropriate statutory limits on the length of the first regular session and of the second regular session. The Legislature may convene at such other times on the call of the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House, with the consent of a majority of the Members of the Legislature of each political party, all Members of the Legislature having been first polled. The Legislature, with the exceptions hereinafter stated, shall have full power to make and establish all reasonable laws and regulations for the defense and benefit of the people of this State, not repugnant to this Constitution, nor to that of the United States. Section 1-A. Legislature to establish Apportionment Commission; number of quorum; compensation of commission members; commission's budget; division among political parties. A Legislature which is required to apportion the districts of the House of Representatives or the Senate, or both, under Article IV, Part First, Section 2, or Article IV, Part Second, Section 2, shall establish, within the first 3 calendar days after the convening of that Legislature, a commission to develop in accordance with the requirements of this Constitution, a plan for apportioning the House of Representatives, the Senate, or both. The commission shall be composed of 3 members from the political party holding the largest number of seats in the House of Representatives, who shall be appointed by the Speaker; 3 members from the political party holding the majority of the remainder of the seats in the House of Representatives, who shall be appointed by the floor leader of that party in the House; 2 members of the party holding the largest number of seats in the Senate, who shall be appointed by the President of the Senate; 2 members of the political party holding the majority of the remainder of the seats in the Senate, to be appointed by the floor leader of that party in the Senate; the chairperson of each of the 2 major political parties in the State or their designated representatives; and 3 members from the public generally, one to be selected by each group of members of the commission representing the same political party, and the third to be selected by the other 2 public members. The Speaker of the House shall be responsible for organizing the commission and shall be chairperson pro tempore thereof until a permanent chairperson is selected by the CONSTITUTION OF MAINE commission members from among their own number. No action may be taken without a quorum of 8 being present. The commission shall hold public hearings on any plan for apportionment prior to submitting such plan to the Legislature. Public members of the commission shall receive the same rate of per diem that is paid to Legislators for every day's attendance at special sessions of the Legislature as defined by law. All members of the commission shall be reimbursed for actual travel expenses incurred in carrying out the business of the commission. The Legislature which is required to apportion shall establish a budget for the apportioning commission within the state budget document in the fiscal year previous to the fiscal year during which the apportioning commission is required to convene and shall appropriate sufficient funds for the commission to satisfactorily perform its duties and responsibilities. The budget shall include sufficient funds to compensate the chairperson of the commission and the chairperson's staff. The remainder of the appropriation shall be made available equally among the political parties represented on the commission to provide travel expenses, incidental expenses and compensation for commission members and for partisan staff and operations. Section 2. Bills to be signed by the Governor; proceedings, in case the Governor disapproves; allowing the Governor 10 days to act on legislation. Every bill or resolution, having the force of law, to which the concurrence of both Houses may be necessary, except on a question of adjournment, which shall have passed both Houses, shall be presented to the Governor, and if the Governor approves, the Governor shall sign it; if not, the Governor shall return it with objections to the House in which it shall have originated, which shall enter the objections at large on its journals, and proceed to reconsider it. If after such reconsideration, 2/3 of that House shall agree to pass it, it shall be sent together with the objections, to the other House, by which it shall be reconsidered, and, if approved by 2/3 of that House, it shall have the same effect as if it had been signed by the Governor; but in all such cases, the votes of both Houses shall be taken by yeas and nays, and the names of the persons, voting for and against the bill or resolution, shall be entered on the journals of both Houses respectively. If the bill or resolution shall not be returned by the Governor within 10 days (Sundays excepted) after it shall have been presented to the Governor, it shall have the same force and effect as if the Governor had signed it unless the Legislature by their adjournment prevent its return, in which case it shall have such force and effect, unless returned within 3 days after the next meeting of the same Legislature which enacted the bill or resolution; if there is no such next meeting of the Legislature which enacted the bill or resolution, the bill or resolution shall not be a law. Section 2-A. Line-item veto of dollar amounts appearing in appropriation or allocation sections of legislative documents. The Governor has power to disapprove any dollar amount appearing in an appropriation section or allocation section, or both, of an enacted legislative document. Unless the Governor exercises the line-item veto power authorized in this section no later than one day after receiving for signature the enacted legislation, the powers of the Governor as set out in section 2 apply to the entire enacted CONSTITUTION OF MAINE legislation. For any disapproved dollar amount, the Governor shall replace the dollar amount with one that does not result in an increase in an appropriation or allocation or a decrease in a deappropriation or deallocation. When disapproving a dollar amount pursuant to this section, the Governor may not propose an increase in an appropriation or allocation elsewhere in the legislative document. The Governor shall specify the distinct dollar amounts that are revised, and the part or parts of the legislative document not specifically revised become law. The dollar amounts in an appropriation or allocation that have been disapproved become law as revised by the Governor, unless passed over the Governor's veto by the Legislature as the dollar amounts originally appeared in the enacted bill as presented to the Governor; except that, notwithstanding any other provision of this Constitution for dollar amounts vetoed pursuant to this section, a majority of all the elected members in each House is sufficient to override the veto, and each dollar amount vetoed must be voted on separately to override the veto. Except as provided in this section, the Governor may not disapprove, omit or modify any language allocated to the statutes or appearing in an unallocated section of law. Section 3. Each House the judge of its elections; majority, a quorum. Each House shall be the judge of the elections and qualifications of its own members, and a majority shall constitute a quorum to do business; but a smaller number may adjourn from day to day, and may compel the attendance of absent members, in such manner and under such penalties as each House shall provide. Section 4. May punish and expel members. Each House may determine the rules of its proceedings, punish its members for disorderly behavior, and, with the concurrence of 2/3, expel a member, but not a 2nd time for the same cause. Section 5. Shall keep a journal; yeas and nays. Each House shall keep a journal, and from time to time publish its proceedings, except such parts as in their judgment may require secrecy; and the yeas and nays of the members of either House on any question, shall, at the desire of 1/5 of those present, be entered on the journals. Section 6. May punish for contempt. Each House, during its session, may punish by imprisonment any person, not a member, for disrespectful or disorderly behavior in its presence, for obstructing any of its proceedings, threatening, assaulting or abusing any of its members for anything said, done, or doing in either House; provided, that no imprisonment shall extend beyond the period of the same session. Section 7. Compensation; traveling expenses. The Senators and Representatives shall receive such compensation, as shall be established by law; but no law increasing their compensation shall take effect during the existence of the Legislature, which enacted it. The expenses of the members of the House of Representatives in traveling to the Legislature, and returning therefrom, once in each week of each session and no more, shall CONSTITUTION OF MAINE be paid by the State out of the public treasury to every member, who shall seasonably attend, in the judgment of the House, and does not depart therefrom without leave. Section 8. Members exempt from arrest; freedom of debate. The Senators and Representatives shall, in all cases except treason, felony or breach of the peace, be privileged from arrest during their attendance at, going to, and returning from each session of the Legislature, and no member shall be liable to answer for anything spoken in debate in either House, in any court or place elsewhere. Section 9. Either House may originate bills; revenue bills. Bills, orders or resolutions, may originate in either House, and may be altered, amended or rejected in the other; but all bills for raising a revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives, but the Senate may propose amendments as in other cases; provided, that they shall not, under color of amendment, introduce any new matter, which does not relate to raising a revenue. Section 10. Members not to be appointed to certain offices. No Senator or Representative shall, during the term for which the Senator or Representative shall have been elected, be appointed to any civil office of profit under this State, which requires the approval of the Legislature for appointment or which shall have been created, or the emoluments of which increased during such term, except such offices as may be filled by elections by the people. Section 11. Persons disqualified to be members. No member of Congress, nor person holding any office under the United States (post officers excepted) nor office of profit under this State, justices of the peace, notaries public, coroners and officers of the militia excepted, shall have a seat in either House while a member of Congress, or continuing in such office. Section 12. Adjournments. Neither House shall during the session, without the consent of the other, adjourn for more than 2 days, nor to any other place than that in which the Houses shall be sitting. Section 13. Special legislation. The Legislature shall, from time to time, provide, as far as practicable, by general laws, for all matters usually appertaining to special or private legislation. Section 14. Corporations, formed under general laws. Corporations shall be formed under general laws, and shall not be created by special Acts of the Legislature, except for municipal purposes, and in cases where the objects of the corporation cannot otherwise be attained; and, however formed, they shall forever be subject to the general laws of the State. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Section 15. Constitutional conventions. The Legislature shall, by a 2/3 concurrent vote of both branches, have the power to call constitutional conventions, for the purpose of amending this Constitution. Section 16. Acts become effective in 90 days after recess; exception; emergency bill defined. No Act or joint resolution of the Legislature, except such orders or resolutions as pertain solely to facilitating the performance of the business of the Legislature, of either branch, or of any committee or officer thereof, or appropriate money therefor or for the payment of salaries fixed by law, shall take effect until 90 days after the recess of the session of the Legislature in which it was passed, unless in case of emergency, which with the facts constituting the emergency shall be expressed in the preamble of the Act, the Legislature shall, by a vote of 2/3 of all the members elected to each House, otherwise direct. An emergency bill shall include only such measures as are immediately necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health or safety; and shall not include (1) an infringement of the right of home rule for municipalities, (2) a franchise or a license to a corporation or an individual to extend longer than one year, or (3) provision for the sale or purchase or renting for more than 5 years of real estate. Section 17. Proceedings for people's veto. 1. Petition procedure; petition for people's veto. Upon written petition of electors, the number of which shall not be less than 10% of the total vote for Governor cast in the last gubernatorial election preceding the filing of such petition, and addressed to the Governor and filed in the office of the Secretary of State by the hour of 5:00 p.m., on or before the 90th day after the recess of the Legislature, or if such 90th day is a Saturday, a Sunday, or a legal holiday, by the hour of 5:00 p.m., on the preceding day which is not a Saturday, a Sunday, or a legal holiday, requesting that one or more Acts, bills, resolves or resolutions, or part or parts thereof, passed by the Legislature but not then in effect by reason of the provisions of the preceding section, be referred to the people, such Acts, bills, resolves, or resolutions or part or parts thereof as are specified in such petition shall not take effect until 30 days after the Governor shall have announced by public proclamation that the same have been ratified by a majority of the electors voting thereon at a statewide or general election. 2. Effect of referendum. The effect of any Act, bill, resolve or resolution or part or parts thereof as are specified in such petition shall be suspended upon the filing of such petition. If it is later finally determined, in accordance with any procedure enacted by the Legislature pursuant to the Constitution, that such petition was invalid, such Act, bill, resolve or resolution or part or parts thereof shall then take effect upon the day following such final determination. 3. Referral to electors; proclamation by Governor. As soon as it appears that the effect of any Act, bill, resolve, or resolution or part or parts thereof has been suspended by petition in manner aforesaid, the Governor by public proclamation shall give notice CONSTITUTION OF MAINE thereof and of the time when such measure is to be voted on by the people, which shall be at the next statewide or general election, whichever comes first, not less than 60 days after such proclamation. If the Governor fails to order such measure to be submitted to the people at the next statewide or general election, the Secretary of State shall, by proclamation, order such measure to be submitted to the people at such an election and such order shall be sufficient to enable the people to vote. Section 18. Direct initiative of legislation. 1. Petition procedure. The electors may propose to the Legislature for its consideration any bill, resolve or resolution, including bills to amend or repeal emergency legislation but not an amendment of the State Constitution, by written petition addressed to the Legislature or to either branch thereof and filed in the office of the Secretary of State by the hour of 5:00 p.m., on or before the 50th day after the date of convening of the Legislature in first regular session or on or before the 25th day after the date of convening of the Legislature in second regular session, except that the written petition may not be filed in the office of the Secretary of State later than 18 months after the date the petition form was furnished or approved by the Secretary of State. If the applicable deadline falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, the period runs until the hour of 5:00 p.m., of the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. 2. Referral to electors unless enacted by the Legislature without change; number of signatures necessary on direct initiative petitions; dating signatures on petitions; competing measures. For any measure thus proposed by electors, the number of signatures shall not be less than 10% of the total vote for Governor cast in the last gubernatorial election preceding the filing of such petition. The date each signature was made shall be written next to the signature on the petition. A signature is not valid if it is dated more than one year prior to the date that the petition was filed in the office of the Secretary of State. The measure thus proposed, unless enacted without change by the Legislature at the session at which it is presented, shall be submitted to the electors together with any amended form, substitute, or recommendation of the Legislature, and in such manner that the people can choose between the competing measures or reject both. When there are competing bills and neither receives a majority of the votes given for or against both, the one receiving the most votes shall at the next statewide election to be held not less than 60 days after the first vote thereon be submitted by itself if it receives more than 1/3 of the votes given for and against both. If the measure initiated is enacted by the Legislature without change, it shall not go to a referendum vote unless in pursuance of a demand made in accordance with the preceding section. The Legislature may order a special election on any measure that is subject to a vote of the people. 3. Timing of elections; proclamation by Governor. The Governor shall, by proclamation, order any measure proposed to the Legislature as herein provided, and not enacted by the Legislature without change, referred to the people at an election to be held in November of the year in which the petition is filed. If the Governor fails to order a measure proposed to the Legislature and not enacted without change to be submitted to the CONSTITUTION OF MAINE people at such an election by proclamation within 10 days after the recess of the Legislature to which the measure was proposed, the Secretary of State shall, by proclamation, order such measure to be submitted to the people at an election as requested, and such order shall be sufficient to enable the people to vote. Section 19. Effective date of measures approved by people; veto power limited. Any measure referred to the people and approved by a majority of the votes given thereon shall, unless a later date is specified in said measure, take effect and become a law in 30 days after the Governor has made public proclamation of the result of the vote on said measure, which the Governor shall do within 10 days after the vote thereon has been canvassed and determined; provided, however, that any such measure which entails expenditure in an amount in excess of available and unappropriated state funds shall remain inoperative until 45 days after the next convening of the Legislature in regular session, unless the measure provides for raising new revenues adequate for its operation. The veto power of the Governor shall not extend to any measure approved by vote of the people, and any measure initiated by the people and passed by the Legislature without change, if vetoed by the Governor and if the veto is sustained by the Legislature shall be referred to the people to be voted on at the next general election. The Legislature may enact measures expressly conditioned upon the people's ratification by a referendum vote. Section 20. Meaning of words "electors," "people," "recess of Legislature," "statewide election," "measure," "circulator," and "written petition"; written petitions for people's veto; written petitions for direct initiative. As used in any of the 3 preceding sections or in this section the words "electors" and "people" mean the electors of the State qualified to vote for Governor; "recess of the Legislature" means the adjournment without day of a session of the Legislature; "statewide election" means any election held throughout the State on a particular day; "measure" means an Act, bill, resolve or resolution proposed by the people, or 2 or more such, or part or parts of such, as the case may be; "circulator" means a person who solicits signatures for written petitions, and who must be a resident of this State and whose name must appear on the voting list of the city, town or plantation of the circulator's residence as qualified to vote for Governor; "written petition" means one or more petitions written or printed, or partly written and partly printed, with the original signatures of the petitioners, or, as authorized by law, the alternative signatures of persons with physical disabilities that prevent them from signing their own names, attached, verified as to the authenticity of the signatures by the oath of the circulator that all of the signatures to the petition were made in the presence of the circulator and that to the best of the circulator's knowledge and belief each signature is the signature of the person whose name it purports to be, and accompanied by the certificate of the official authorized by law to maintain the voting list or to certify signatures on petitions for voters on the voting list of the city, town or plantation in which the petitioners reside that their names appear on the voting list of the city, town or plantation of the official as qualified to vote for Governor. The oath of the circulator must be sworn to in the presence of a person authorized by law to administer oaths. Written petitions for a people's veto pursuant to Article IV, Part Third, Section 17 must be submitted to the appropriate officials of cities, towns or plantations, or state election officials as authorized by law, for determination of whether the petitioners are qualified voters by the hour of 5:00 p.m., on the 5th day before the petition must be filed in the office of the Secretary of State, or, if such 5th day is a Saturday, a Sunday or a legal holiday, by 5:00 p.m., on the next day which is not a Saturday, a Sunday or a legal holiday. Written petitions for a direct initiative pursuant to CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article IV, Part Third, Section 18 must be submitted to the appropriate officials of cities, towns or plantations, or state election officials as authorized by law, for determination of whether the petitioners are qualified voters by the hour of 5:00 p.m., on the 10th day before the petition must be filed in the office of the Secretary of State, or, if such 10th day is a Saturday, a Sunday or a legal holiday, by 5:00 p.m., on the next day which is not a Saturday, a Sunday or a legal holiday. Such officials must complete the certification of only those petitions submitted by these deadlines and must return them to the circulators or their agents within 2 days for a petition for a people's veto and within 5 days for a petition for a direct initiative, Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays excepted, of the date on which such petitions were submitted to them. Signatures on petitions not submitted to the appropriate local or state officials by these deadlines may not be certified. The petition shall set forth the full text of the measure requested or proposed. Petition forms shall be furnished or approved by the Secretary of State upon written application signed and notarized and submitted to the office of the Secretary of State by a resident of this State whose name must appear on the voting list of the city, town or plantation of that resident as qualified to vote for Governor. The full text of a measure submitted to a vote of the people under the provisions of the Constitution need not be printed on the official ballots, but, until otherwise provided by the Legislature, the Secretary of State shall prepare the ballots in such form as to present the question or questions concisely and intelligibly. Section 21. City council of any city may establish direct initiative and people's veto. The city council of any city may establish the direct initiative and people's veto for the electors of such city in regard to its municipal affairs, provided that the ordinance establishing and providing the method of exercising such direct initiative and people's veto shall not take effect until ratified by vote of a majority of the electors of said city, voting thereon at a municipal election. Provided, however, that the Legislature may at any time provide a uniform method for the exercise of the initiative and referendum in municipal affairs. Section 22. Election officers and officials, how governed. Until the Legislature shall enact further laws not inconsistent with the Constitution for applying the people's veto and direct initiative, the election officers and other officials shall be governed by the provisions of this Constitution and of the general law, supplemented by such reasonable action as may be necessary to render the preceding sections self executing. The Legislature may enact laws not inconsistent with the Constitution to establish procedures for determination of the validity of written petitions. Such laws shall include provision for judicial review of any determination, to be completed within 100 business days from the date of filing of a written petition in the office of the Secretary of State, except that, if a petition is filed within 30 calendar days before or after a general election, the judicial review must be completed within 100 business days after the 30th calendar day following that general election. Section 23. Municipalities reimbursed annually. The Legislature shall annually reimburse each municipality from state tax sources for not less than 50% of the property tax revenue loss suffered by that municipality during the previous calendar year because of the statutory property tax exemptions or credits enacted after April 1, 1978. The Legislature shall enact appropriate legislation to carry out the intent of this section. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE This section shall allow, but not require, reimbursement for statutory property tax exemptions or credits for unextracted minerals. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article V. Part First. Executive Power. Section 1. Governor. The supreme executive power of this State shall be vested in a Governor. Section 2. Term of office; reelection eligibility. The Governor shall be elected by the qualified electors, and shall hold the office for 4 years from the first Wednesday after the first Tuesday of January next following the election and until the successor to the Governor has been duly elected and qualified. The person who has served 2 consecutive popular elective 4-year terms of office as Governor shall be ineligible to succeed himself or herself. Section 3. Election; votes to be returned to Secretary of State; Secretary of State to lay lists before the Senate and House of Representatives; provision in case of tie. The meetings for election of Governor shall be notified, held and regulated and votes shall be received, sorted, counted and declared and recorded, in the same manner as those for Senators and Representatives. Copies of lists of votes shall be sealed and returned to the secretary's office in the same manner and at the same time as those for Senators. The Secretary of State for the time being shall, on the first Wednesday after the first Tuesday of January then next, lay the lists returned to the secretary's office before the Senate and House of Representatives to be by them examined, together with the ballots cast if they so elect, and they shall determine the number of votes duly cast for the office of Governor, and in case of a choice by plurality of all of the votes returned they shall declare and publish the same. If there shall be a tie between the 2 persons having the largest number of votes for Governor, the House of Representatives and the Senate meeting in joint session, and each member of said bodies having a single vote, shall elect one of said 2 persons having so received an equal number of votes and the person so elected by the Senate and House of Representatives shall be declared the Governor. Section 4. Qualifications. The Governor shall, at the commencement of the Governor's term, be not less than 30 years of age; a citizen of the United States for at least 15 years, have been 5 years a resident of the State; and at the time of election and during the term for which elected, be a resident of said State. Section 5. Disqualifications. No person holding any office or place under the United States, this State, or any other power, shall assume the office of Governor, nor shall any such person exercise the office of Governor except as provided by this Constitution. Section 6. Compensation. The Governor shall, at stated times, receive for services a compensation, which shall not be increased or diminished during the Governor's continuance in office. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Section 7. Commander in chief. The Governor shall be commander in chief of the army and navy of the State, and of the militia, except when the same are called into the actual service of the United States. Section 8. To appoint officers. The Governor shall nominate, and, subject to confirmation as provided herein, appoint all judicial officers, except judges of probate and justices of the peace if their manner of selection is otherwise provided for by this Constitution or by law, and all other civil and military officers whose appointment is not by this Constitution, or shall not by law be otherwise provided for. Procedure for confirmation. The procedure for confirmation shall be as follows: an appropriate legislative committee comprised of members of both houses in reasonable proportion to their membership as provided by law shall recommend confirmation or denial by majority vote of committee members present and voting. The committee recommendation shall be reviewed by the Senate and upon review shall become final action of confirmation or denial unless the Senate by vote of 2/3 of those members present and voting overrides the committee recommendation. The Senate vote shall be by the yeas and nays. Affirmative vote of 2/3 of members required. All statutes enacted to carry out the purposes of the second paragraph of this section shall require the affirmative vote of 2/3 of the members of each House present and voting. Governor or President of Senate may call Senate into session. Either the Governor or the President of the Senate shall have the power to call the Senate into session for the purpose of voting upon confirmation of appointments. Nomination by Governor made 7 days prior to appointment of nominee. Every nomination by the Governor shall be made 7 days at least prior to appointment of the nominee. Section 9. To give information and recommend measures. The Governor shall from time to time give the Legislature information of the condition of the State, and recommend to their consideration such measures, as the Governor may judge expedient. Section 10. May require information of any officer. The Governor may require information from any military officer, or any officer in the executive department, upon any subject relating to the duties of their respective offices. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Section 11. Power to pardon and remit penalties, etc.; conditions. The Governor shall have power to remit after conviction all forfeitures and penalties, and to grant reprieves, commutations and pardons, except in cases of impeachment, upon such conditions, and with such restrictions and limitations as may be deemed proper, subject to such regulations as may be provided by law, relative to the manner of applying for pardons. Such power to grant reprieves, commutations and pardons shall include offenses of juvenile delinquency. Section 12. Shall enforce the laws. The Governor shall take care that the laws be faithfully executed. Section 13. Convene the Legislature on extraordinary occasions, and adjourn it in case of disagreement; may change the place of meeting. The Governor may, on extraordinary occasions, convene the Legislature; and in case of disagreement between the 2 Houses with respect to the time of adjournment, adjourn them to such time, as the Governor shall think proper, not beyond the day of the next regular session; and if, since the last adjournment, the place where the Legislature were next to convene shall have become dangerous from an enemy or contagious sickness, may direct the session to be held at some other convenient place within the State. Section 14. Vacancy, how supplied. Whenever the office of Governor shall become vacant because of the death, resignation or removal of a Governor in office, or any other cause, the President of the Senate shall assume the office of Governor until another Governor shall be duly qualified. When the vacancy occurs more than 90 days preceding the date of the primary election for nominating candidates to be voted for at the biennial election next succeeding, the President of the Senate shall assume the office of Governor until the first Wednesday after the first Tuesday of January following the biennial election. At the biennial election, a Governor shall be elected to fill the unexpired term created by the vacancy. When the vacancy occurs less than 90 days preceding the date of a primary election the President of the Senate shall fill the unexpired term. Whenever the offices of Governor, and President of the Senate are vacant at the same time, the Speaker of the House of Representatives shall assume the office of Governor for the same term and under the same conditions as the President of the Senate. Whenever the offices of Governor, President of the Senate and Speaker of the House of Representatives are vacant at the same time, the person acting as Secretary of State for the time being shall exercise the office of Governor and shall forthwith by proclamation convene the Senate and the House of Representatives which shall fill respectively the vacancies in the offices of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, and by joint ballot of the Senators and Representatives in convention choose a person who shall assume the office of Governor for the same term and under the same conditions as the President of the Senate. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Mental or physical disability of the Governor continuously for more than 6 months. Whenever for 6 months a Governor in office shall have been continuously unable to discharge the powers and duties of that office because of mental or physical disability such office shall be deemed vacant. Such vacancy shall be declared by the Supreme Judicial Court upon presentment to it of a joint resolution declaring the ground of the vacancy, adopted by a vote of 2/3 of the Senators and Representatives in convention, and upon notice, hearing before the court and a decision by a majority of the court that ground exists for declaring the office to be vacant. Section 15. Temporary mental or physical disability of Governor. Whenever the Governor is unable to discharge the powers and duties of that office because of mental or physical disability, the President of the Senate, or if that office is vacant, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, shall exercise the powers and duties of the office of Governor until the Governor is again able to discharge the powers and duties of that office, or until the office of Governor is declared to be vacant or until another Governor shall be duly qualified. Whenever the Governor is unable to discharge the powers and duties of that office, the Governor may so certify to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court, in which case and upon notice from the Chief Justice, the President of the Senate, or if that office is vacant, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, shall exercise the powers and duties of the office of Governor until such time as the Governor shall certify to the Chief Justice that the Governor is able to discharge such powers and duties and the Chief Justice shall so notify the officer who is exercising the powers and duties of the office of Governor. When the Secretary of State shall have reason to believe that the Governor is unable to discharge the duties of that office, the Secretary of State may so certify to the Supreme Judicial Court, declaring the reason for such belief. After notice to the Governor, a hearing before the court and a decision by a majority of the court that the Governor is unable to discharge the duties of the office of Governor, the court shall notify the President of the Senate, or if that office is vacant the Speaker of the House of Representatives, of such inability and that officer shall exercise the functions, powers and duties of the office of Governor until such time as the Secretary of State or the Governor shall certify to the court that the Governor is able to discharge the duties of the office of Governor and the court, after notice to the Governor and a hearing before the court, decides that the Governor is able to discharge the duties of that office and so notifies the officer who is exercising the powers and duties of the office of Governor. Whenever either the President of the Senate or Speaker of the House of Representatives shall exercise the office of Governor, the officer shall receive only the compensation of Governor, but the officer's duties as President or Speaker shall be CONSTITUTION OF MAINE suspended; and the Senate or House shall fill the vacancy resulting from such suspension, until the officer shall cease to exercise the office of Governor. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article V. Part Second. Secretary. Section 1. Election. The Secretary of State shall be chosen biennially at the first session of the Legislature, by joint ballot of the Senators and Representatives in convention. Section 1-A. Succession to the office of Secretary of State. If a vacancy occurs in the office of the Secretary of State, the first deputy secretary of state shall act as the Secretary of State until a Secretary of State is elected by the Legislature during the current session if in session, or at the next regular or special session. Section 2. Records of State; deputies. The records of the State shall be kept in the office of the secretary, who may appoint deputies to that office, for whose conduct the secretary shall be accountable. Section 3. Attend the Governor, Senate, and House. The Secretary of State shall attend the Governor, Senate and House of Representatives, in person or by the deputies of the Secretary of State as they shall respectively require. Section 4. Records of executive and legislative departments. The Secretary of State shall carefully keep and preserve the records of all the official acts and proceedings of the Governor, Senate and House of Representatives, and, when required, lay the same before either branch of the Legislature, and perform such other duties as are enjoined by this Constitution, or shall be required by law. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article V. Part Third. Treasurer. Section 1. Election. The Treasurer shall be chosen biennially, at the first session of the Legislature, by joint ballot of the Senators, and Representatives in convention. Section 1-A. Succession to the office of Treasurer. If a vacancy occurs in the office of Treasurer of State, the deputy treasurer of state shall act as the Treasurer of State until a Treasurer of State is elected by the Legislature during the current session if in session, or at the next regular or special session. Section 2. Bond. The Treasurer shall, before entering on the duties of that office, give bond to the State with sureties, to the satisfaction of the Legislature, for the faithful discharge of that trust. Section 3. Not to engage in trade. The Treasurer shall not, during the treasurer's continuance in office, engage in any business of trade or commerce, or as a broker, nor as an agent or factor for any merchant or trader. Section 4. No money drawn except upon appropriation or allocation. No money shall be drawn from the treasury, except in consequence of appropriations or allocations authorized by law. Section 5. Bonding regulations; prohibiting use of proceeds from sale of bonds to fund current expenditures. The Legislature shall enact general law prohibiting the use of proceeds from the sale of bonds to fund current expenditures and shall provide by appropriation for the payment of interest upon and installments of principal of all bonded debt created on behalf of the State as the same shall become due and payable. If at any time the Legislature shall fail to make any such appropriation, the Treasurer of State shall set apart from the first General Fund revenues thereafter received a sum sufficient to pay such interest or installments of principal and shall so apply the moneys thus set apart. The Treasurer of State may be required to set apart and apply such revenues at the suit of any holder of such bonds. The prohibition on use of proceeds from the sale of bonds to fund current expenditures shall only apply to those bonds authorized on or after July 1, 1977. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article VI. Judicial Power. Section 1. Courts. The judicial power of this State shall be vested in a Supreme Judicial Court, and such other courts as the Legislature shall from time to time establish. Section 2. Compensation. The Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court and the Judges of other courts shall, at stated times receive a compensation, which shall not be diminished during their continuance in office; but they shall receive no other fee or reward for their services as Justices or Judges. Section 3. To give opinion when required by Governor or either Branch of the Legislature. The Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court shall be obliged to give their opinion upon important questions of law, and upon solemn occasions, when required by the Governor, Senate or House of Representatives. Section 4. Tenure of judicial officers; 6-month holdover period. All judicial officers appointed by the Governor shall hold their offices for the term of 7 years from the time of their respective appointments (unless sooner removed by impeachment or by address of both branches of the Legislature to the executive, provided further that justices of the peace may be removed from office in such manner as the Legislature may provide); provided, however, that a judicial officer whose term of office has expired or who has reached mandatory retirement age, as provided by statute, may continue to hold office until the expiration of an additional period not to exceed 6 months or until the successor to the judicial officer is appointed, whichever occurs first in time. Section 5. Limitation on holding other office. No Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court or any other court shall hold office under the United States or any other state, nor under this State, except as justice of the peace or as member of the Judicial Council. Section 6. Judges and registers of probate, election and tenure; vacancies. Judges and registers of probate shall be elected by the people of their respective counties, by a plurality of the votes given in, at the biennial election on the Tuesday following the first Monday of November, and shall hold their offices for 4 years, commencing on the first day of January next after their election. Vacancies occurring in said offices by death, resignation or otherwise, shall be filled by election in manner aforesaid at the November election, next after their occurrence; and in the meantime, the Governor may fill said vacancies by appointment, and the persons so appointed shall hold their offices until the first day of January next after the election aforesaid. Note: Section 6 of Article VI has been repealed by Amendment which by virtue of Chapter 77 of the Resolves of the One Hundred and Third Legislature, 1967 "shall become effective CONSTITUTION OF MAINE at such time as the Legislature by proper enactment shall establish a different Probate Court system with full-time judges." CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article VII. Military. Section 1. Officers, how appointed. All commissioned officers of the militia shall be appointed and commissioned by the Governor, from such persons as are qualified by law to hold such offices. Section 2. Qualifications and selection. The Legislature shall, by law, designate the qualifications necessary for holding a commission in the militia and shall prescribe the mode of selection of officers for the several grades. Section 3. Adjutant General. The Adjutant General shall be appointed by the Governor. But the Adjutant General shall also perform the duties of quartermaster general and paymaster general until otherwise directed by law. Section 4. Standard of organization, armament and discipline. The organization, armament and discipline of the militia and of the military and naval units thereof shall be the same as that which is now or may hereafter be prescribed by the laws and regulations of the United States; and it shall be the duty of the Governor to issue from time to time such orders and regulations and to adopt such other means of administration, as shall maintain the prescribed standard of organization, armament and discipline; and such orders, regulations and means adopted shall have the full force and effect of the law. Section 5. Persons exempt from military duty. Persons of the denominations of Quakers and Shakers, Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court, Ministers of the Gospel and persons exempted by the laws of the United States may be exempted from military duty, but no other able-bodied person of the age of 18 and under the age of 45 years, excepting officers of the militia who have been honorably discharged, shall be so exempted. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article VIII. Part First. Education. Section 1. Legislature shall require towns to support public schools; duty of Legislature. A general diffusion of the advantages of education being essential to the preservation of the rights and liberties of the people; to promote this important object, the Legislature are authorized, and it shall be their duty to require, the several towns to make suitable provision, at their own expense, for the support and maintenance of public schools; and it shall further be their duty to encourage and suitably endow, from time to time, as the circumstances of the people may authorize, all academies, colleges and seminaries of learning within the State; provided, that no donation, grant or endowment shall at any time be made by the Legislature to any literary institution now established, or which may hereafter be established, unless, at the time of making such endowment, the Legislature of the State shall have the right to grant any further powers to alter, limit or restrain any of the powers vested in any such literary institution, as shall be judged necessary to promote the best interests thereof. Section 2. Authority to pledge the credit of the State and to issue bonds for loans to Maine students in higher education and their parents. For the purpose of assisting the youth of Maine to achieve the required levels of learning and to develop their intellectual and mental capacities, the Legislature, by proper enactment, may authorize the credit of the State to be loaned to secure funds for loans to Maine students attending institutions of higher education, wherever situated, and to parents of these students. Funds shall be obtained by the issuance of state bonds, when authorized by the Governor, but the amount of bonds issued and outstanding shall not at one time exceed in the aggregate $4,000,000. Funds loaned shall be on such terms and conditions as the Legislature shall authorize. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article VIII. Part Second. Municipal Home Rule. Section 1. Power of municipalities to amend their charters. The inhabitants of any municipality shall have the power to alter and amend their charters on all matters, not prohibited by Constitution or general law, which are local and municipal in character. The Legislature shall prescribe the procedure by which the municipality may so act. Section 2. Construction of buildings for industrial use. For the purposes of fostering, encouraging and assisting the physical location, settlement and resettlement of industrial and manufacturing enterprises within the physical boundaries of any municipality, the registered voters of that municipality may, by majority vote, authorize the issuance of notes or bonds in the name of the municipality for the purpose of purchasing land and interests therein or constructing buildings for industrial use, to be leased or sold by the municipality to any responsible industrial firm or corporation. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article IX. General Provisions. Section 1. Oaths and subscriptions. Every person elected or appointed to either of the places or offices provided in this Constitution, and every person elected, appointed, or commissioned to any judicial, executive, military or other office under this State, shall, before entering on the discharge of the duties of that place or office, take and subscribe the following oath or affirmation: "I, do swear, that I will support the Constitution of the United States and of this State, so long as I shall continue a citizen thereof. So help me God." "I do swear, that I will faithfully discharge, to the best of my abilities, the duties incumbent on me as according to the Constitution and laws of the State. So help me God." Alternative affirmation. Provided, that an affirmation in the above forms may be substituted, when the person shall be conscientiously scrupulous of taking and subscribing an oath. Administration of oaths to Governor, Senators, Representatives, and other officers. The oaths or affirmations shall be taken and subscribed by the Governor before the presiding officer of the Senate, in the presence of both Houses of the Legislature, and by the Senators and Representatives before the Governor, and by the residue of said officers before such persons as shall be prescribed by the Legislature; and whenever the Governor shall not be able to attend during the session of the Legislature to take and subscribe said oaths or affirmations, such oaths or affirmations may be taken and subscribed in the recess of the Legislature before any Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court and provided further that, if the Governor shall be unable to appear and administer the oath to the Senators and Representatives, such oaths shall be administered by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court or in the absence of the Chief Justice, by the senior Associate Justice of said Supreme Judicial Court present at the State Capitol on the first day of the term for which said Senators and Representatives shall have been elected. Section 2. Offices incompatible with each other; election to Congress disqualifies. No person holding the office of Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court, or of any inferior court, Attorney General, district attorney, Treasurer of the State, Adjutant General, judge of probate, register of probate, register of deeds, sheriffs or their deputies, clerks of the judicial courts, shall be a member of the Legislature; and any person holding either of the foregoing offices, elected to, and accepting a seat in the Congress of the United States, shall thereby vacate said office; and no person shall be capable of holding or exercising at the same time within this State, more than one of the offices before mentioned. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Section 3. Commissions. All commissions shall be in the name of the State, signed by the Governor, attested by the Secretary or a deputy of the Secretary and have the seal of the State thereto affixed. Section 4. Elections on the first Wednesday after first Tuesday of January may be adjourned from day to day. In case the elections, required by this Constitution on the first Wednesday after the first Tuesday of January biennially, by the 2 Houses of the Legislature, shall not be completed on that day, the same may be adjourned from day to day, until completed, in the following order: The vacancies in the Senate shall first be filled; and the Governor shall then be elected, if there be no choice by the people. Section 5. Removal by impeachment or address. Every person holding any civil office under this State, may be removed by impeachment, for misdemeanor in office; and every person holding any office, may be removed by the Governor on the address of both branches of the Legislature. But before such address shall pass either House, the causes of removal shall be stated and entered on the journal of the House in which it originated, and a copy thereof served on the person in office, that the person may be admitted to a hearing in that person's own defense. Section 6. Tenure of office. The tenure of all offices, which are not or shall not be otherwise provided for, shall be during the pleasure of the Governor. Section 7. Valuation. While the public expenses shall be assessed on estates, a general valuation shall be taken at least once in 10 years. Section 8. Taxation. All taxes upon real and personal estate, assessed by authority of this State, shall be apportioned and assessed equally according to the just value thereof. 1. Intangible property. The Legislature shall have power to levy a tax upon intangible personal property at such rate as it deems wise and equitable without regard to the rate applied to other classes of property. 2. Assessment of certain lands based on current use; penalty on change to higher use. The Legislature shall have power to provide for the assessment of the following types of real estate whenever situated in accordance with a valuation based upon the current use thereof and in accordance with such conditions as the Legislature may enact: A. Farms and agricultural lands, timberlands and woodlands; B. Open space lands which are used for recreation or the enjoyment of scenic natural beauty; CONSTITUTION OF MAINE C. Lands used for game management or wildlife sanctuaries; and D. Waterfront land that is used for or that supports commercial fishing activities. In implementing paragraphs A, B, C and D, the Legislature shall provide that any change of use higher than those set forth in paragraphs A, B, C and D, except when the change is occasioned by a transfer resulting from the exercise or threatened exercise of the power of eminent domain, shall result in the imposition of a minimum penalty equal to the tax which would have been imposed over the 5 years preceding that change of use had that real estate been assessed at its highest and best use, less all taxes paid on that real estate over the preceding 5 years, and interest, upon such reasonable and equitable basis as the Legislature shall determine. Any statutory or constitutional penalty imposed as a result of a change of use, whether imposed before or after the approval of this subsection, shall be determined without regard to the presence of minerals, provided that, when payment of the penalty is made or demanded, whichever occurs first, there is in effect a state excise tax which applies or would apply to the mining of those minerals. 3. School districts. The Legislature shall have power to provide that taxes, which it may authorize a School Administrative District or a community school district to levy, may be assessed on real, personal and intangible property in accordance with any cost- sharing formula which it may authorize. 4. Watercraft. Beginning with the property tax year 1984, all watercraft as defined by the Legislature shall be exempt from taxation as personal property, provided that certain watercraft as defined by the Legislature shall be subject to an excise tax to be collected and retained by the municipalities. 5. Historic and scenic preservation. The Legislature shall have the power to provide that municipalities may reduce taxes on real property if the property owner agrees to maintain the property in accordance with criteria adopted by the governing legislative body of the municipality to maintain the historic integrity of important structures or to provide scenic view easements of significant vistas. Section 9. Power of taxation. The Legislature shall never, in any manner, suspend or surrender the power of taxation. Section 10. Tenure of sheriffs. Sheriffs shall be elected by the people of their respective counties, by a plurality of the votes given in on the Tuesday following the first Monday of November, and shall hold their offices for 4 years from the first day of January next after their election, unless sooner removed as hereinafter provided. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Removal of sheriffs from office and replacement. Whenever the Governor upon complaint, due notice and hearing shall find that a sheriff is not faithfully or efficiently performing any duty imposed upon the sheriff by law, the Governor may remove such sheriff from office and appoint another sheriff to serve for the remainder of the term for which such removed sheriff was elected. All vacancies in the office of sheriff, other than those caused by removal in the manner aforesaid shall be filled in the same manner as is provided in the case of judges and registers of probate. Section 11. Attorney General. The Attorney General shall be chosen biennially by joint ballot of the Senators and Representatives in convention. Vacancy in said office occurring when the Legislature is not in session, may be filled by appointment by the Governor, subject to confirmation as required by this Constitution for Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court. Section 12. Voting districts. The Legislature may by law authorize the dividing of towns into voting districts for all state and national elections, and prescribe the manner in which the votes shall be received, counted, and the result of the election declared. Section 13. Bribery at elections. The Legislature may enact laws excluding from the right of suffrage, for a term not exceeding 10 years, all persons convicted of bribery at any election, or of voting at any election, under the influence of a bribe. Section 14. Authority and procedure for issuance of bonds. The credit of the State shall not be directly or indirectly loaned in any case, except as provided in sections 14-A, 14-B, 14-C and 14-D. The Legislature shall not create any debt or debts, liability or liabilities, on behalf of the State, which shall singly, or in the aggregate, with previous debts and liabilities hereafter incurred at any one time, exceed $2,000,000, except to suppress insurrection, to repel invasion, or for purposes of war, and except for temporary loans to be paid out of money raised by taxation during the fiscal year in which they are made, and except for loans to be repaid within 12 months with federal transportation funds in amounts not to exceed 50% of transportation funds appropriated by the federal government in the prior federal fiscal year; and excepting also that whenever 2/3 of both Houses shall deem it necessary, by proper enactment ratified by a majority of the electors voting thereon at a general or special election, the Legislature may authorize the issuance of bonds on behalf of the State at such times and in such amounts and for such purposes as approved by such action; but this shall not be construed to refer to any money that has been, or may be deposited with this State by the Government of the United States, or to any fund which the State shall hold in trust for any Indian tribe. Whenever ratification by the electors is essential to the validity of bonds to be issued on behalf of the State, the question submitted to the electors shall be accompanied by a statement setting forth the total amount of bonds of the State outstanding and unpaid, the total amount of bonds of the State authorized and unissued, and the total amount of bonds of the State contemplated to be CONSTITUTION OF MAINE issued if the enactment submitted to the electors be ratified. For any bond authorization requiring ratification of the electors pursuant to this section, if any bonds have not been issued within 5 years of the date of ratification, then those bonds may not be issued after that date. Within 2 years after expiration of that 5-year period, the Legislature may extend, by a majority vote, the 5-year period for an additional 5 years or may deauthorize the bonds. If the Legislature fails to take action within those 2 years, the bond issue shall be considered to be deauthorized and no further bonds may be issued. For any bond authorization in existence on November 6, 1984, and for which the 5-year period following ratification has expired, no further bonds may be issued unless the Legislature, by November 6, 1986, reauthorizes those bonds by a majority vote, for an additional 5-year period, failing which all bonds unissued under those authorizations shall be considered to be deauthorized. Temporary loans to be paid out of moneys raised by taxation during any fiscal year shall not exceed in the aggregate during the fiscal year in question an amount greater than 10% of all the moneys appropriated, authorized and allocated by the Legislature from undedicated revenues to the General Fund and dedicated revenues to the Highway Fund for that fiscal year, exclusive of proceeds or expenditures from the sale of bonds, or greater than 1% of the total valuation of the State of Maine, whichever is the lesser. Section 14-A. Authority to insure industrial, manufacturing, fishing, and agricultural mortgage loans. For the purposes of fostering, encouraging and assisting the physical location, settlement and resettlement of industrial, manufacturing, fishing, agricultural and recreational enterprises within the State, the Legislature by proper enactment may insure the payment of mortgage loans on real estate and personal property within the State of such industrial, manufacturing, fishing, agricultural and recreational enterprises not exceeding in the aggregate $90,000,000 in amount at any one time and may also appropriate moneys and authorize the issuance of bonds on behalf of the State at such times and in such amounts as it may determine to make payments insured as aforesaid. For the purposes of this section, a documented fishing vessel or a vessel registered under state law shall be construed as real estate. Section 14-B. Authority to insure revenue bonds of the Maine School Building Authority. In order to encourage and assist in the provision and construction of public school buildings in the State, the Legislature by proper enactment may insure the payment of revenue bonds of the Maine School Building Authority on school projects within the State not exceeding in the aggregate $6,000,000 in amount at any one time and may also appropriate moneys and authorize the issuance of bonds on behalf of the State at such times and in such amounts as it may determine to make payments insured as aforesaid. Section 14-C. Authority to insure mortgage loans for Indian housing. For the purpose of fostering and encouraging the acquisition, construction, repair and remodeling of houses owned or to be owned by members of the 2 tribes on the several Indian reservations, the Legislature by proper enactment may insure the payment of mortgage loans on such houses not exceeding in the aggregate $1,000,000 in amount at any one time CONSTITUTION OF MAINE and may also appropriate moneys and authorize the issuance of bonds on behalf of the State at such times and in such amounts as it may determine to make payments insured as aforesaid. Section 14-D. Authority to insure Maine veterans' mortgage loans, and to appropriate moneys and issue bonds for the payment of same. For the purposes of recognizing the services and sacrifices of Maine's men and women who have served their state and country through honorable service in the Armed Forces of the United States in time of war or national emergency; enlarging the opportunities for employment of Maine's veterans; insuring the preservation and betterment of the economy of the State of Maine; and stimulating the flow of private investment funds to Maine's veterans, the Legislature by proper enactment may insure the payment of any mortgage loan to resident Maine veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States, including a business organization owned in whole or in part by a resident Maine veteran, when such loans are made in connection with such legitimate purposes and under such terms and conditions as the Legislature may determine, not exceeding in the aggregate $4,000,000 in amount at any one time and may also appropriate moneys and authorize the issuance of bonds on behalf of the State at such times and in such amounts as it may determine to make payments insured as aforesaid. Section 15. Municipal borrowing regulated by Legislature through general law. The Legislature shall enact general law regulating the total borrowing capacity of municipal corporations. Section 16. Seat of government. Augusta is hereby declared to be the seat of government of this State. Section 17. Continuity of Government in case of enemy attack. Notwithstanding any general or special provision of this Constitution, the Legislature, in order to insure continuity of state and local governmental operations in periods of emergency resulting from disasters caused by enemy attack, shall have the power and the immediate duty to provide for prompt and temporary succession to the powers and duties of public offices, of whatever nature and whether filled by election or appointment, the incumbents of which may become unavailable for carrying on the powers and duties of such offices, and to adopt such other measures as may be necessary and proper for insuring the continuity of governmental operations including but not limited to the financing thereof. In the exercise of the powers hereby conferred the Legislature shall in all respects conform to the requirements of this Constitution except to the extent that in the judgment of the Legislature so to do would be impracticable or would admit of undue delay. Section 18. Limitation on use of funds of Maine State Retirement System. All of the assets, and proceeds or income therefrom, of the Maine State Retirement System or any successor system and all contributions and payments made to the system to provide for retirement and related benefits shall be held, invested or disbursed as in trust for the CONSTITUTION OF MAINE exclusive purpose of providing for such benefits and shall not be encumbered for, or diverted to, other purposes. Funds appropriated by the Legislature for the Maine State Retirement System are assets of the system and may not be diverted or deappropriated by any subsequent action. Section 18-A. Funding of retirement benefits under the Maine Public Employees Retirement System. Beginning with the fiscal year starting July 1, 1997, the normal cost of all retirement and ancillary benefits provided to participants under the Maine Public Employees Retirement System must be funded annually on an actuarially sound basis. Unfunded liabilities may not be created except those resulting from experience losses. Unfunded liability resulting from experience losses must be retired over a period not exceeding 20 years. Section 18-B. Payment of unfunded liabilities of the Maine State Retirement System. Each fiscal year beginning with the fiscal year starting July 1, 1997, the Legislature shall appropriate funds that will retire in 31 years or less the unfunded liabilities of the Maine State Retirement System that are attributable to state employees and teachers. The unfunded liabilities referred to in this section are those determined by the Maine State Retirement System's actuaries and certified by the Board of Trustees of the Maine State Retirement System as of June 30, 1996. Section 19. Limitation on expenditure of motor vehicle and motor vehicle fuel revenues. All revenues derived from fees, excises and license taxes relating to registration, operation and use of vehicles on public highways, and to fuels used for propulsion of such vehicles shall be expended solely for cost of administration, statutory refunds and adjustments, payment of debts and liabilities incurred in construction and reconstruction of highways and bridges, the cost of construction, reconstruction, maintenance and repair of public highways and bridges under the direction and supervision of a state department having jurisdiction over such highways and bridges and expense for state enforcement of traffic laws and shall not be diverted for any purpose, provided that these limitations shall not apply to revenue from an excise tax on motor vehicles imposed in lieu of personal property tax. Section 20. Mining Excise Tax Trust Fund. The principal amount of the Mining Excise Tax Trust Fund or any successor fund may not be expended unless the expenditure is approved in a separate measure by a 2/3 vote of all the members elected to each House of the Legislature and by the Governor. Section 21. State mandates. For the purpose of more fairly apportioning the cost of government and providing local property tax relief, the State may not require a local unit of government to expand or modify that unit's activities so as to necessitate additional expenditures from local revenues unless the State provides annually 90% of the funding for these expenditures from State funds not previously appropriated to that local unit of CONSTITUTION OF MAINE government. Legislation implementing this section or requiring a specific expenditure as an exception to this requirement may be enacted upon the vote of 2/3 of all members elected to each House. This section must be liberally construed. Section 22. Revenues generated by fisheries and wildlife management. The amount of funds appropriated in any fiscal year to the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, or any successor agency responsible for fisheries and wildlife management, other than commercial marine fisheries management, may not be less than the total revenues collected, received or recovered by the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, or successor agency, from license and permit fees, fines, the sale, lease or rental of property, penalties and all other revenue sources pursuant to the laws of the State administered by the department or successor agency, except that revenues received from the Federal Government may be allocated as provided by federal or state law and the Legislature may establish special funds and deposit revenues collected, received or recovered by the department or successor agency into those special funds, provided that the revenues are allocated and expended only for the purposes of those special funds as provided by law. Section 23. State park land. State park land, public lots or other real estate held by the State for conservation or recreation purposes and designated by legislation implementing this section may not be reduced or its uses substantially altered except on the vote of 2/3 of all the members elected to each House. The proceeds from the sale of such land must be used to purchase additional real estate in the same county for the same purposes. Section 24. Reapportionment. Congressional districts must be reapportioned as follows. 1. Procedure. Beginning in 2021 and every 10 years thereafter, when the Secretary of State has received notification of the number of congressional seats to which the State is entitled and the Federal Decennial Census population count is final, the Legislative Apportionment Commission, established every 10 years pursuant to Article IV, Part Third, Section 1-A, shall review the existing congressional districts. If the districts do not conform to Supreme Judicial Court guidelines, the commission shall reapportion the State into congressional districts. In making such a reapportionment, the commission shall ensure that each congressional district is formed of compact and contiguous territory and crosses political subdivisions the least number of times necessary to establish districts as equally populated as possible. The commission shall submit its plan to the Clerk of the House of Representatives no later than June 1st of the year in which apportionment is required. The Legislature shall enact the submitted plan of the commission or a plan of its own in regular or special session by a vote of 2/3 of the members of each House by June 11th of the year in which apportionment is required to the Clerk of the House of Representatives. This CONSTITUTION OF MAINE action is subject to the Governor's approval, as provided in Article IV, Part Third, Section 2. 2. Court apportionment. If the Legislature fails to make an apportionment by June 11th, the Supreme Judicial Court shall make the apportionment within 60 days following the period in which the Legislature is required to act but fails to do so. In making the apportionment, the Supreme Judicial Court shall take into consideration plans and briefs filed by the public with the court during the first 30 days of the period in which the court is required to apportion. 3. Judicial review. The Supreme Judicial Court has original jurisdiction to hear any challenge to an apportionment law enacted by the Legislature, as registered by any citizen or group of citizens. If a challenge is sustained, the Supreme Judicial Court shall make the apportionment. Section 25. Apportionment of county commissioner districts. County commissioner districts must be apportioned as follows. 1. Redistricting, generally. Beginning in 2021 and every 10 years thereafter, the apportionment commission established under Article IV, Part Third, Section 1-A shall review the existing county commissioner districts and, as necessary, reapportion those districts in each county to establish as nearly as practicable equally populated districts. The Speaker of the House of Representatives is responsible for calling the commission together to review the county commissioner districts. No action may be taken by the commission without a quorum of 7. A. The apportionment commission shall divide the number of commissioners in each county into the number of inhabitants of the county, excluding foreigners not naturalized, according to the latest Federal Decennial Census or a state census previously ordered by the Legislature to coincide with the Federal Decennial Census, to determine a mean population figure for each county commissioner district. Each county commissioner district must be formed of contiguous and compact territory and must cross political subdivision lines the least number of times necessary to establish as nearly as practicable equally populated districts. Whenever the population of a municipality entitles it to more than one district, all whole districts must be drawn within the municipal boundaries. Any population remainder within the municipality must be included in a district drawn to cross the municipal boundary as long as the population remainder within the municipality is contiguous to another municipality or municipalities included in the district. Any county that already meets the standards and guidelines for equally populated districts, as established by this section, this Constitution and the Constitution of the United States, need not be reapportioned. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE B. Interested parties from each county may submit redistricting plans for the commission to consider. Those plans must be submitted to the commission no later than 30 calendar days after the commission is called together by the Speaker of the House of Representatives under this subsection. The commission may hold public hearings on plans affecting each county. C. The commission shall submit its plan to the Clerk of the House of Representatives no later than June 1st of the year in which apportionment is required. The Clerk of the House of Representatives shall submit to the Legislature, no later than January 15, 2022, and every 10th year thereafter, one legislative document to reapportion the county commissioner districts based on the plan submitted by the apportionment commission. The Legislature must enact the submitted plan or a plan of its own in regular or special session by a vote of 2/3 of the members of each House within 30 calendar days after the plan is submitted to it by the Clerk of the House of Representatives. This action is subject to the Governor's approval, as provided in Article IV, Part Third, Section 2. 2. Supreme Judicial Court. If the Legislature fails to make an apportionment within the 30 calendar days, the Supreme Judicial Court shall make the apportionment within 60 calendar days following the period in which the Legislature is required to act but fails to do so. In making the apportionment, the Supreme Judicial Court shall consider plans and briefs filed by the public with the court during the first 30 days of the period in which the court is required to apportion. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE Article X. Additional Provisions. [Section 1. See 2024 Rearrangement notes.] [Section 2. See 2024 Rearrangement notes.] Section 3. Laws now in force continue until repealed. All laws now in force in this State, and not repugnant to this Constitution, shall remain, and be in force, until altered or repealed by the Legislature, or shall expire by their own limitation. Section 4. Amendments to Constitution. The Legislature, whenever 2/3 of both Houses shall deem it necessary, may propose amendments to this Constitution; and when any amendments shall be so agreed upon, a resolution shall be passed and sent to the selectmen of the several towns, and the assessors of the several plantations, empowering and directing them to notify the inhabitants of their respective towns and plantations, in the manner prescribed by law, at the next biennial meetings in the month of November, or to meet in the manner prescribed by law for calling and holding biennial meetings of said inhabitants for the election of Senators and Representatives, on the Tuesday following the first Monday of November following the passage of said resolve, to give in their votes on the question, whether such amendment shall be made; and if it shall appear that a majority of the inhabitants voting on the question are in favor of such amendment, it shall become a part of this Constitution. Section 5. Persons in office to continue to hold their offices; part of a Law of Massachusetts made a part of the constitution. All officers provided for in the sixth section of an act of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, passed on the nineteenth day of June, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and nineteen, entitled "An act relating to the Separation of the District of Maine from Massachusetts Proper, and forming the same into a separate and Independent State," shall continue in office as therein provided; and the following provisions of said act shall be a part of this Constitution, subject however to be modified or annulled as therein is prescribed, and not otherwise, to wit: "SECT. 1 Whereas it has been represented to this Legislature, that a majority of the people of the District of Maine are desirous of establishing a separate and Independent Government within said District: Therefore, "Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, That the consent of this Commonwealth be, and the same is hereby given, that the District of Maine may be formed and erected into a separate and Independent State, if the people of the said District shall in the manner, and by the majority hereinafter mentioned, express their consent and agreement thereto, upon the following terms and conditions: And, provided the Congress of the United States shall give its consent thereto, before the fourth day of March next: which terms and conditions are as follows, viz. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE "First. All the lands and buildings belonging to the Commonwealth, within Massachusetts Proper, shall continue to belong to said Commonwealth, and all the lands belonging to the Commonwealth, within the District of Maine, shall belong, the one half thereof to the said Commonwealth, and the other half thereof, to the State to be formed within the said District, to be divided as is hereinafter mentioned; and the lands within the said District, which shall belong to the said Commonwealth, shall be free from taxation, while the title to the said lands remains in the Commonwealth; and the rights of the Commonwealth to their lands, within said District, and the remedies for the recovery thereof, shall continue the same, within the proposed State, and in the Courts thereof, as they now are within the said Commonwealth, and in the Courts thereof; for which purposes, and for the maintenance of its rights, and recovery of its lands, the said Commonwealth shall be entitled to all other proper and legal remedies, and may appear in the Courts of the proposed State and in the Courts of the United States, holden therein; and all rights of action for, or entry into lands, and of actions upon bonds, for the breach of the performance of the condition of settling duties, so called, which have accrued, or may accrue, shall remain in this Commonwealth, to be enforced, commuted, released, or otherwise disposed of, in such manner as this Commonwealth may hereafter, determine: Provided however, That, whatever this Commonwealth may hereafter receive or obtain on account thereof if any thing, shall, after deducting all reasonable charges relating thereto, be divided, one third part thereof to the new State, and two third parts thereof to this Commonwealth. "Second. All the arms which have been received by this Commonwealth from the United States, under the law of Congress, entitled, "An act making provision for arming and equipping the whole body of militia of the United States, passed April the twenty- third, one thousand eight hundred and eight, shall, as soon as the said District shall become a separate State, be divided between the two States, in proportion to the returns of the militia, according to which, the said arms have been received from the United States, as aforesaid. "Third. All money, stock, or other proceeds, hereafter derived from the United States, on account of the claim of this Commonwealth, for disbursements made, and expenses incurred, for the defence of the State, during the late war with Great Britain, shall be received by this Commonwealth, and when received, shall be divided between the two States, in the proportion of two thirds to this Commonwealth, and one third to the new State. "Fourth. All other property, of every description, belonging to the Commonwealth shall be holden and receivable by the same, as a fund and security, for all debts, annuities, and Indian subsidies, or claims due by said Commonwealth; and within two years after the said District shall have become a separate State, the Commissioners to be appointed, as hereinafter provided, if the said States cannot otherwise agree, shall assign a just portion of the productive property, so held by said Commonwealth as an equivalent and indemnification to said Commonwealth, for all such debts, annuities, or Indian subsidies or claims, which may then remain due, or unsatisfied: and all the surplus of the said property, so holden, as aforesaid, shall be divided between the said Commonwealth and the said District of Maine, in the proportion of two thirds to the said Commonwealth, and one third to the said District—and if, in the judgment of the said Commissioners, the whole of said property, so held, as a fund and security, shall not be CONSTITUTION OF MAINE sufficient indemnification for the purpose, the said District shall be liable for and shall pay to said Commonwealth, one third of the deficiency. "Fifth. The new State shall, as soon as the necessary arrangements can be made for that purpose, assume and perform all the duties and obligations of this Commonwealth, towards the Indians within said District of Maine, whether the same arise from treaties, or otherwise; and for this purpose shall obtain the assent of said Indians, and their release to this Commonwealth of claims and stipulations arising under the treaty at present existing between the said Commonwealth and said Indians; and as an indemnification to such new State, therefor, this Commonwealth, when such arrangements shall be completed, and the said duties and obligations assumed, shall pay to said new State, the value of thirty thousand dollars, in manner following, viz.: The said Commissioners shall set off by metes and bounds, so much of any part of the land, within the said District, falling to this Commonwealth, in the division of the public lands, hereinafter provided for, as in their estimation shall be of the value of thirty thousand dollars; and this Commonwealth shall, thereupon, assign the same to the said new State, or in lieu thereof, may pay the sum of thirty thousand dollars at its election; which election of the said Commonwealth, shall be made within one year from the time that notice of the doings of the Commissioners, on this subject, shall be made known to the Governor and Council; and if not made within that time, the election shall be with the new State. "Sixth. Commissioners, with the powers and for the purposes mentioned in this act, shall be appointed in manner following: The Executive authority of each State shall appoint two; and the four so appointed, or the major part of them, shall appoint two more; but if they cannot agree in the appointment, the Executive of each State shall appoint one in addition; not however, in that case, to be a citizen of its own State. And any vacancy happening with respect to the Commissioners, shall be supplied in the manner provided for their original appointment; and, in addition to the powers herein before given to said Commissioners, they shall have full power and authority to divide all the public lands within the District, between the respective States, in equal shares, or moieties, in severalty, having regard to quantity, situation and quality; they shall determine what lands shall be surveyed and divided, from time to time, the expense of which surveys, and of the Commissioners, shall be borne equally by the two States. They shall keep fair records of their doings, and of the surveys made by their direction, copies of which records, authenticated by them, shall be deposited from time to time, in the archives of the respective States; transcripts of which, properly certified, may he admitted in evidence, in all questions touching the subject to which they relate. The Executive authority of each State may revoke the power of either or both its commissioners; having, however, first appointed a substitute, or substitutes, and may fill any vacancy happening with respect to its own Commissioners; four of said Commissioners shall constitute a quorum, for the transaction of business; their decision shall be final, upon all subjects within their cognizance. In case said commission shall expire, the same not having been completed, and either State shall request the renewal or filling up of the same, it shall be renewed or filled up in the same manner, as is herein provided for filling the same, in the first instance, and with the like powers; and if either State shall, after six months' notice, neglect or refuse to appoint its Commissioners, the other may fill up the whole commission. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE "Seventh. All grants of land, franchises, immunities, corporate or other rights, and all contracts for, or grants of land not yet located which have been or may be made by the said Commonwealth, before the separation of said District shall take place, and having or to have effect within the said District, shall continue in full force, after the said District shall become a separate State. But the grant which has been made to the President and Trustees of Bowdoin College, out of the tax laid upon the Banks, within this Commonwealth, shall be, charged upon the tax upon the Banks within the said District of Maine, and paid according to the terms of said grant; and the President and Trustees, and the Overseers of said College, shall have, hold and enjoy their powers and privileges in all respects; so that the same shall not be subject to be altered, limited, annulled or restrained, except by judicial process, according to the principles of law; and in all grants hereafter to be made, by either State, of unlocated land within the said District, the same reservations shall be made for the benefit of Schools, and of the Ministry, as have heretofore been usual, in grants made by this Commonwealth. And all lands heretofore granted by this Commonwealth, to any religious, literary, or eleemosynary corporation, or society, shall be free from taxation, while the same continues to be owned by such corporation, or society. "Eighth. No laws shall be passed in the proposed State, with regard to taxes, actions, or remedies at law, or bars, or limitations thereof, or otherwise making any distinction between the lands and rights of property of proprietors not resident in, or not citizens of said proposed State, and the laws and rights of property of the citizens of the proposed State, resident therein; and the rights and liabilities of all persons, shall, after the said separation, continue the same as if the said District was still a part of this Commonwealth, in all suits pending, or judgments remaining unsatisfied on the fifteenth day of March next, where the suits have been commenced in Massachusetts Proper, and process has been served within the District of Maine; or commenced in the District of Maine, and process has been served in Massachusetts Proper, either by taking bail, making attachments, arresting and detaining persons, or otherwise, where execution remains to be done; and in such suits, the Courts within Massachusetts Proper, and within the proposed State, shall continue to have the same jurisdiction as if the said District had still remained a part of the Commonwealth. And this Commonwealth shall have the same remedies within the proposed State, as it now has, for the collection of all taxes, bonds, or debts, which may be assessed, due, made, or contracted, by, to, or with the Commonwealth, on or before the said fifteenth day of March, within the said District of Maine; and all officers within Massachusetts Proper and the District of Maine shall conduct themselves accordingly. "Ninth. These terms and conditions, as here set forth, when the said District shall become a separate and Independent State, shall, ipso facto be incorporated into, and become and be a part of any Constitution, provisional or other under which the Government of the said proposed State, shall, at any time hereafter, be administered; subject however, to be modified, or annulled by the agreement of the Legislature of both the said States; but by no other power or body whatsoever." Section 6. Constitution to be arranged by Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court; Constitution to be enrolled and printed with laws; supreme law of the State. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court shall arrange the Constitution, as CONSTITUTION OF MAINE amended, under appropriate titles and in proper articles, parts and sections, omitting all sections, clauses and words not in force and making no other changes in the provisions or language thereof, and shall submit the same to the Legislature; and such arrangement of the Constitution shall be made and submitted to the regular session of the Legislature in 1973 and every 10 years thereafter unless sooner authorized by the Legislature; and the draft and arrangement, when approved by the Legislature, shall be enrolled on parchment and deposited in the office of the Secretary of State; and printed copies thereof shall be prefixed to the books containing the Revised Statutes of the State. And the Constitution, with the amendments made thereto, in accordance with the provisions thereof, shall be the supreme law of the State. Section 7. Original sections 1, 2, 5, of Article X not to be printed; section 5 in full force. (Repealed) ________________ 2024 REARRANGEMENT NOTES of Chief Justice Valerie Stanfill Article X, section 7 was repealed by Const. Res. 2023, ch. 1, passed in 2023. As a result, sections 1, 2 and 5 of article X may be printed. Under article X, section 6 of the Maine Constitution, however, in arranging the Constitution to be printed the Chief Justice is required to omit “all sections, clauses and words not in force.” Upon review of sections 1 and 2 for inclusion in the printing, it is patently clear on the face of each section that neither remains in force. They both pertain only to the first Legislature, which has long since adjourned. As a result, sections 1 and 2 have been omitted from article X. Section 5 is incorporated in this rearrangement because it is not evident from the plain text of this section that it is not in force. Section 5 of article X was also previously not printed pursuant to the now-repealed seventh section of article X. There are multiple versions of section 5 in existence before the 1875 passage of section 7, see Resolves 1875, ch. 98, approved in 1875, although the differences appear non- substantive. This arrangement incorporates the iteration of section 5 that appeared in the last officially published version of the Maine Constitution before the section was ordered not to be printed. See R.S. (1871) at 42-46.* * Revisor's Note: The last officially published version of Article X, Section 5 in 1875 contained many transcription errors, most of them nonsubstantive. Since there were no intervening amendments to Article X, Section 5 from the date of its approval as part of the Constitution of Maine in 1820 to when it was last published in 1871, the version of Article X, Section 5 that appears in this document is the 1820 version. CONSTITUTION OF MAINE
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• Introduced: 04/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 131st Legislature
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 04/23/2024
• Last Action: Emergency Finally Passed, Apr 22, 2024
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OK bill #SB1716 • Last Action 04/22/2024
Mental health records; modifying Open Meeting and Open Records Act requirements related to confidentiality of certain records. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to allow professional licensing boards to hold executive sessions to review and discuss mental health documents related to a licensee under investigation or review. The bill requires the boards to keep these mental health records confidential, with limited exceptions, and to destroy the records upon request when the licensee retires or resigns from the profession. The bill also updates statutory language and references. The effective date of this bill is November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1716 By: Gollihare and Woods of the Senate and Kannady and Swope of the House An Act relating to mental health records; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 307, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 182, O.S.L. 2022 (25 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 307), which relates to executive sessions under the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; authorizing executive session by professional licensing board under certain circumstances; requiring professional licensing board to keep certain records confidential; providing exceptions; requiring destruction of records under certain circumstances; updating statutory language; updating statutory reference; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Mental health records
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Todd Gollihare (R)*, Chris Kannady (R)*, Amanda Swope (D), Tom Woods (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/17/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/19/2024
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GA bill #SB483 • Last Action 04/22/2024
Minors; enter into the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children; definitions; provisions; provide
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Enacts the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children into Georgia law, which creates a process for the interstate placement of children in safe and suitable homes, facilitates ongoing supervision and communication between states, and establishes an Interstate Commission to oversee the compact. The bill defines key terms, outlines the compact's jurisdiction and placement evaluation procedures, clarifies the responsibilities of placing agencies, and provides for the enforcement and financing of the compact. It also repeals the existing Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children and makes conforming changes throughout the Georgia Code to reflect the new compact. The bill will become effective upon enactment by 35 states or on a specified date, whichever is later.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Title 39 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to minors, so as to enter into the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children; to provide for a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for the provisions of the compact; to provide for the present compact to remain in effect until the effective date of the new compact and to provide for automatic repeal; to amend the Official Code of Georgia Annotated so as to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and contingent effectiveness; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Bo Hatchett (R)*, Kay Kirkpatrick (R)*, Blake Tillery (R)*, Joseph Gullett (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/15/2024
• Last Action: Act 425
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WV bill #HB4951 • Last Action 04/22/2024
To facilitate the interstate practice of School Psychology in educational or school settings
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, which aims to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology in educational or school settings. The key provisions of the bill include: - Defining terms related to school psychology practice, licensing, and discipline. - Establishing requirements for states to participate in the compact, including maintaining a list of equivalent licenses, having a mechanism for investigating complaints, and requiring certain educational and examination standards for licensees. - Allowing school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses to practice in other member states without additional burdensome requirements. - Outlining the structure, governance, and powers of the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact Commission, which will administer the compact. - Facilitating the exchange of licensee information between member states to support regulation and enforcement. - Providing a process for dispute resolution, default, and termination of member states. - Establishing an effective date, withdrawal process, and amendment procedures for the compact. The goal of the compact is to improve the availability of qualified school psychological services across member states by enabling reciprocal licensing.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding thereto a new article designated §18-10R-1, §18-10R-2, §18-10R-3, §18-10R-4, §18-10R-5, §18-10R-6, §18-10R-7, §18-10R-8, §18-10R-9, §18-10R-10, §18-10R-11, §18-10R-12, and §18-10R-13, relating to the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists; stating purpose; defining terms; providing for state and school psychologists’ participation in compact; determining home state for active military members and their spouses; providing for discipline by the state; establishment of school psychologist interstate licensure compact commission and providing its powers and duties; facilitating information exchange; providing for oversight, dispute resolution and enforcement; providing an effective date, and process for withdrawal of a state and amendments; providing for construction and severability; and providing for consistent state laws with the compact superseding any laws in conflict with the compact.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Wayne Clark (R)*, Elliott Pritt (R), Larry Kump (R), Dana Ferrell (R), Dave Foggin (R), Jimmy Willis (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 03/13/2024
• Last Action: Chapter 114, Acts, Regular Session, 2024
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IL bill #HB5451 • Last Action 04/19/2024
DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Department of Early Childhood to begin operation on July 1, 2024. The Department will be the lead state agency for administering and providing early childhood education and care programs and services to children and families, including home-visiting services, early intervention services, preschool services, and child care services. The bill transfers certain rights, powers, duties, and functions from the Department of Human Services, the Department of Children and Family Services, and the State Board of Education to the new Department of Early Childhood. The bill also makes changes to existing early childhood programs and services, including establishing a home visiting program, requiring the Department of Early Childhood to administer preschool and parental training programs, and transferring responsibilities for child care services and licensing of day care centers, homes, and group homes to the new Department. The bill includes provisions related to funding, personnel, and administration of the new Department and its programs.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Department of Early Childhood Act. Creates the Department of Early Childhood to begin operation on July 1, 2024 and transfers to it certain rights, powers, duties, and functions currently exercised by various agencies of State Government. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026 the Department of Early Childhood shall be the lead State agency for administering and providing early childhood education and care programs and services to children and families including: home-visiting services; early intervention services; preschool services; child care services; licensing for day care centers, day care homes, and group day care homes; and other early childhood education and care programs and administrative functions historically managed by the State Board of Education, the Department of Human Services, and the Department of Children and Family Services. Amends the Child Care Act of 1969. Provides that the Department of Early Childhood (rather than the Department of Children and Family Services) administers day care centers, day care homes, and group day care homes. Makes conforming changes to various Acts including the Department of Human Services Act, the Illinois Early Learning Council Act, the Illinois Procurement Code, the School Code, the Illinois Public Aid Code, the Early Intervention Services System Act and the Children and Family Services Act. Effective immediately, except the provisions amending the Child Care Act of 1969 take effect July 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 50 : Mary Beth Canty (D)*, Joyce Mason (D), Camille Lilly (D), Lisa Hernandez (D), Will Davis (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Bob Morgan (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Harry Benton (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Marcus Evans (D), Anna Moeller (D), Marty Moylan (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Bob Rita (D), Matt Hanson (D), Margaret Croke (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Sharon Chung (D), Mark Walker (D), Maurice West (D), Katie Stuart (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Kam Buckner (D), Ann Williams (D), Kelly Burke (D), Edgar Gonzalez (D), Sonya Harper (D), Mary Gill (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Chris Welch (D), Theresa Mah (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Jay Hoffman (D), Jenn Ladisch Douglass (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Carol Ammons (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Cyril Nichols (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 65
• Last Amended: 04/11/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB1227 • Last Action 04/19/2024
CALUMET COMMUNITY MED DIST
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Calumet City Community Medical District with boundaries coterminous with the boundaries of Calumet City. It establishes the Calumet City Community Medical District Commission, a governing body of the district composed of appointed and ex officio commissioners. The Commission is granted various powers, including the ability to acquire property, construct and improve facilities, enter into contracts and leases, and provide relocation assistance. The bill also creates the Calumet City Community Medical District Income Fund to receive and expend revenue from the district's operations. Additionally, the bill amends the Eminent Domain Act, Court of Claims Act, and State Finance Act to make conforming changes related to the new medical district. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Calumet City Community Medical District Act. Creates the Calumet City Community Medical District with boundaries coterminous with the boundaries of Calumet City. Creates the Commission of the District with 9 appointed commissioners and 3 ex officio commissioners. Contains provisions related to the operation of the District, rights and powers of the District and Commission, acquisition, management, and disposition of property, and other provisions. Amends the Eminent Domain Act and State Finance Act making conforming changes. Amends the Court of Claims Act replacing a reference to a dissolved medical district commission with the Calumet City Community Medical District Commission and the other existing medical district commissions. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Thaddeus Jones (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #SB1655 • Last Action 04/19/2024
COUNSELING COMPACT ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Counseling Compact Act, which allows Illinois to join the Counseling Compact. The Compact aims to facilitate the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors by providing for the mutual recognition of licenses between member states. Key provisions include establishing a Counseling Compact Commission, granting counselors a "privilege to practice" in other member states, setting requirements for member state participation, and outlining procedures for disciplinary actions, data sharing, rulemaking, and dispute resolution. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Counseling Compact Act. Provides that the State of Illinois enters into the Counseling Compact. Specifies that the Compact's purpose is to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. Contains other provisions relating to state participation in the Compact. Sets out provisions concerning the privilege to practice, obtaining a new home state license, active duty military personnel, telehealth, adverse actions, Counseling Compact Commission, data systems, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement. Contains other provisions concerning the Commission, the Compact, and the procedures governing participating in and construction of the Compact. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Jil Tracy (R)*, Tom Bennett (R), Erica Harriss (R), Dan McConchie (R), Dale Fowler (R), Neil Anderson (R), Sally Turner (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB1653 • Last Action 04/19/2024
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act by making a technical change to the definition of "meeting" in Section 1.02. The change adds the word "the" to the existing definition, which covers any gathering, whether in person or by various electronic means, of a majority of a quorum of the members of a public body held for the purpose of discussing public business. The bill also clarifies the quorum and voting requirements for a 5-member public body. The definition of "public body" remains the same, including various state and local government entities, but excludes certain review teams and commissions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning definitions.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony McCombie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/01/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB1654 • Last Action 04/19/2024
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act by making a technical change to the definition of "meeting." Specifically, it clarifies that a "meeting" can occur through various electronic means of communication, in addition to in-person or video/audio conferences. The bill also provides details on the quorum and voting requirements for a 5-member public body. The definition of "public body" is also updated to include certain tourism and convention/civic center boards, as well as the Health Facilities and Services Review Board, while excluding some other entities like child death review teams and ethics commissions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning definitions.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony McCombie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/01/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB1655 • Last Action 04/19/2024
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act by making a technical change to the section concerning the short title of the Act. Specifically, it adds the word "and" to the language describing how the Act may be cited, changing it from "shall be known and may be cited" to "shall be known and may be cited".
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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: 02/01/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony McCombie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/01/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4419 • Last Action 04/19/2024
OPEN MEETING-TOWNSHIP TRAINING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow elected or appointed members of a public body of a township to satisfy the required training by participating in a course of training sponsored or conducted by an organization that represents townships created under the Township Code. The course of training must cover the general background of the legal requirements for open meetings, the applicability of the Act to public bodies, procedures and requirements regarding quorums, notice, and record-keeping, and the procedures and requirements for holding open and closed meetings, as well as the penalties and consequences for non-compliance. The organization providing the training must also provide a certificate of course completion to each member who successfully completes the training.
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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: 01/10/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Maura Hirschauer (D)*, Jennifer Sanalitro (R), Brad Stephens (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4135 • Last Action 04/19/2024
COUNTY-SOLAR FACILITY SETBACKS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Counties Code to allow counties to set certain standards for commercial solar energy facilities. The key provisions are: - Counties may require commercial solar facilities to be sited 500 feet (rather than 50 feet) from the property line of a nonparticipating property and 500 feet (rather than 150 feet) from occupied community buildings or dwellings on nonparticipating properties. - Counties may also impose other requirements related to fencing, height, setbacks, and consultation with state agencies on environmental and historic preservation issues. - The bill provides some exceptions and limitations on county authority, such as prohibiting counties from setting more restrictive sound limitations than the Illinois Pollution Control Board and from requiring property value guarantees.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Counties Code. Provides that a county may require a commercial solar energy facility to be sited 500 feet (rather than 50 feet) to the nearest point on the property line of a nonparticipating property and 500 feet (rather than 150 feet) from the nearest point on the outside wall of an occupied community building or dwelling on nonparticipating properties.
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• Introduced: 09/18/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Anthony DeLuca (D)*, Dan Ugaste (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 09/18/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB1652 • Last Action 04/19/2024
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical change to the Open Meetings Act by amending Section 1.01 to remove the word "and" and clarify that the Act "shall be known and may be cited as the Open Meetings Act".
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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: 02/01/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony McCombie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/01/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4338 • Last Action 04/19/2024
AGING-SELF-NEGLECT REPORTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act and the Adult Protective Services Act. The key provisions are: 1. Exempting the regional interagency fatality review teams and the Illinois Fatality Review Team Advisory Council established under the Adult Protective Services Act from the Open Meetings Act's open meetings requirement. 2. Expanding the definition of "abuse" under the Adult Protective Services Act to include subjecting an eligible adult to an environment that creates a likelihood of harm to their health, physical, emotional well-being, or welfare. 3. Establishing mandatory standards for the investigation of abuse, abandonment, neglect, and financial exploitation of eligible adults, as well as the provision of emergent casework and follow-up services for self-neglect cases. 4. Requiring provider agencies to conduct unannounced face-to-face visits and eligibility screenings for self-neglect cases, and to develop and implement a case plan within 5 business days. 5. Allowing the regional interagency fatality review teams and the Illinois Fatality Review Team Advisory Council to meet in closed session when reviewing the death of an eligible adult where abuse or neglect is suspected, alleged, or substantiated.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes. Further amends the Open Meetings Act. In the definition of "public body", provides that "public body" does not include the regional interagency fatality review teams and the Illinois Fatality Review Team Advisory Council established under the Adult Protective Services Act. Removes a provision that exempts from the Act's open meetings requirement those meetings of the Illinois Fatality Review Team Advisory Council and regional interagency fatality review teams concerning a review of an elderly adult's death from suspected, alleged, or substantiated abuse or neglect. Further amends the Adult Protective Services Act. Expands the definition of "abuse" to mean subjecting an eligible adult to an environment which creates a likelihood of harm to the eligible adult's health, physical and emotional well-being, or welfare. Makes changes to provisions concerning multi-disciplinary teams; face-to-face assessments conducted by provider agencies regarding reports of alleged or suspected abuse, abandonment, neglect, or financial exploitation; procedures on how to evaluate reports of self-neglect; final investigative reports; eligibility screenings for self-neglect; and other matters.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Michelle Mussman (D)*, Chris Welch (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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NE bill #LB951 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Adopt the Public Officials on Private Boards Open Meetings Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Public Officials on Private Boards Open Meetings Act, which requires that meetings of the governing boards of private entities that include a majority of public officials be open to the public. The bill defines key terms like "covered entity," "governing board," and "public official," and outlines provisions for how such meetings must be conducted, including notice requirements, allowances for closed sessions, and public participation rights. The bill also establishes penalties for violations and provides for enforcement by the Attorney General, county attorneys, and residents.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public officials; to adopt the Public Officials on Private Boards Open Meetings Act.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Lou Ann Linehan (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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MN bill #HF5200 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Working group on simplifying supportive housing resources established, appointments provided, and report required.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a working group on simplifying supportive housing resources in Minnesota. The working group will include representatives from state agencies, non-profit organizations, and local governments. The group will study existing supportive housing programs, such as the housing support program and long-term homeless supportive services, to identify ways to reduce administrative complexities, enhance equity and accessibility, and streamline eligibility criteria and funding distribution. The working group will submit a final report by November 27, 2024, with recommendations and draft legislation to implement the proposed changes. The working group will expire upon submission of the final report or January 10, 2025, whichever is later.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to homelessness; establishing a working group on simplifying supportive housing resources; providing for appointments; requiring a report.
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• Introduced: 04/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 9 : Heather Keeler (D)*, Aisha Gomez (D), Emma Greenman (D), Hodan Hassan (D), Kaohly Her (D), Ethan Cha (D), Peter Fischer (D), Brion Curran (D), Larry Kraft (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/28/2024
• Last Action: Author added Kraft
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MN bill #SF4894 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Constitutional amendment to establish an independent citizens' redistricting commission, establishment of advisory citizens' redistricting commission, establishing redistricting principles and requirements, and appropriations
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to establish an independent citizens' redistricting commission to draw legislative and congressional district boundaries in Minnesota after each census. The bill sets forth the process for selecting the 15-member commission, which must be representative of the state's diversity, and establishes redistricting principles and requirements, such as prohibitions on using data that could unduly favor or disfavor a political party. The bill also creates a Citizens Advisory Redistricting Commission to provide public input and recommendations to the legislature on redistricting plans. The bill requires public hearings, transparency, and specific reporting on the redistricting process and criteria used. If the legislature and governor do not approve a plan, the court may order implementation of the commission's plan. The bill appropriates funding for the redistricting commission's work.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to redistricting; establishing an advisory citizens' redistricting commission; establishing redistricting principles and redistricting requirements; proposing a constitutional amendment to establish an independent citizens' redistricting commission; appropriating money; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 2A; 204B; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 2.91, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Foung Hawj (D)*, Bobby Joe Champion (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/12/2024
• Last Action: Author added Champion
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MN bill #SF4784 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act establishment, certificates of need provisions modifications, and conforming and technical changes
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act, which gives the Public Utilities Commission the authority to permit the siting and routing of large energy infrastructure facilities like high-voltage transmission lines, large electric power generating plants, energy storage systems, and large wind and solar energy systems. The bill modifies provisions governing certificates of need for these types of facilities, requires coordinated plans to complete environmental review and other state agency actions, and makes various conforming and technical changes. The bill aims to streamline the permitting process for these critical energy infrastructure projects while still ensuring robust environmental review and public participation.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to energy; establishing the Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act; modifying provisions governing certificates of need; making conforming and technical changes; authorizing administrative rulemaking; providing for coordinated plans to complete environmental review and other state agency actions; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 216A.037, subdivision 1; 216B.2421, subdivision 2; 216B.243, subdivisions 3, 3a, 4, 9; 216E.08, subdivision 2; 216E.11; 216E.13; 216E.14; 216E.15; 216E.16; 216E.18, subdivision 2a; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 10.65, subdivision 2; 216B.243, subdivision 8; 216E.06; 216E.07; 216E.10, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 84; 116; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 216I; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 216E.001; 216E.01, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10; 216E.02; 216E.021; 216E.03, subdivisions 2, 3a, 3b, 4, 9; 216E.04, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 216E.05, subdivisions 1, 3; 216E.08, subdivisions 1, 4; 216E.18, subdivisions 1, 2; 216F.01; 216F.011; 216F.012; 216F.015; 216F.02; 216F.03; 216F.05; 216F.06; 216F.07; 216F.08; 216F.081; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 216E.01, subdivisions 3a, 6, 9a; 216E.03, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11; 216E.04, subdivision 2; 216E.05, subdivision 2; 216F.04; Minnesota Rules, parts 7850.1000; 7850.1100; 7850.1200; 7850.1300; 7850.1400; 7850.1500; 7850.1600; 7850.1700; 7850.1800; 7850.1900; 7850.2000; 7850.2100; 7850.2200; 7850.2300; 7850.2400; 7850.2500; 7850.2600; 7850.2700; 7850.2800; 7850.2900; 7850.3000; 7850.3100; 7850.3200; 7850.3300; 7850.3400; 7850.3500; 7850.3600; 7850.3700; 7850.3800; 7850.3900; 7850.4000; 7850.4100; 7850.4200; 7850.4500; 7850.4600; 7850.4700; 7850.4800; 7850.4900; 7850.5000; 7850.5100; 7850.5200; 7850.5300; 7850.5400; 7850.5500; 7850.5600; 7854.0100; 7854.0200; 7854.0300; 7854.0400; 7854.0500; 7854.0600; 7854.0700; 7854.0800; 7854.0900; 7854.1000; 7854.1100; 7854.1200; 7854.1300; 7854.1400; 7854.1500. 1 SF4784 REVISOR RSI S4784-5 5th Engrossment
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• Introduced: 03/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Nick Frentz (D)*, Nicole Mitchell (D), Tou Xiong (D), Carla Nelson (R), Eric Pratt (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 04/19/2024
• Last Action: Third reading Passed
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NE bill #LB939 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Adopt the My Student, My Choice Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the My Student, My Choice Act, aims to provide education funding in Nebraska in a way that protects the right of parents and legal guardians to educate their children in an environment that reflects their own values. The bill creates the Follow the Student Fund, which transfers money from the General Fund to student accounts based on the number of students enrolled in public and private schools. The money in these accounts can be used by parents or guardians to pay for various educational expenses, including tuition, textbooks, and other educational resources. The bill also establishes a Private School Expenditure Board to approve educational vendors for private school students and allows public school districts to levy additional taxes to cover special education needs.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to school funding; to adopt the My Student, My Choice Act; and to provide an operative date.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Erdman (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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MN bill #SF5447 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Common interest groups and homeowners associations working group establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a working group to study the prevalence and impact of common interest communities (CICs) and homeowners associations (HOAs) in Minnesota. The working group will examine issues such as the governing documents and management practices of CICs and HOAs, associated fees and costs, the impact on housing affordability and accessibility, and regulatory best practices in other states. The goal is to recommend legislative reforms or other methods to improve the experiences of homeowners and residents in CICs and HOAs, including consolidating or recodifying existing laws. The working group will be comprised of legislators, representatives from housing and legal organizations, and current or former CIC/HOA board members and homeowners. The group will submit a final report with recommendations to the legislature by February 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to housing; establishing a working group on common interest communities and homeowners associations; requiring a report to the legislature.
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• Introduced: 04/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Liz Boldon (D)*, Susan Pha (D), Lindsey Port (D), Eric Lucero (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/15/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
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NE bill #LB835 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Adopt the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact, which is intended to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology and improve the availability of school psychological services to the public. The compact establishes a pathway for school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses to practice in any member state, enabling member states to ensure that safe and effective school psychological services are available and delivered by appropriately qualified professionals in their educational settings. The compact outlines requirements for member state participation, school psychologist participation, discipline and adverse actions, the establishment of the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact Commission, information sharing, rulemaking, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill also amends existing Nebraska law to allow for those holding an equivalent license under the compact to use the title "school psychologist" and practice psychology in Nebraska.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public health; to amend section 38-3113, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; to adopt the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original section.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Blood (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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NE bill #LB133 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Provide that entities exercising the power of eminent domain are subject to the Open Meetings Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Nebraska Open Meetings Act to redefine "public body" to include entities, whether private, public, or quasi-governmental, that may exercise the power of eminent domain. This means that any entity with the authority to take private property for public use through eminent domain is now subject to the requirements of the Open Meetings Act, which mandates that public bodies hold meetings that are open to the public and follow certain transparency procedures.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Open Meetings Act; to amend section 84-1409, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to redefine a term; to provide that entities exercising the power of eminent domain are public bodies subject to the Open Meetings Act; and to repeal the original section.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cavanaugh (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/06/2023
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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NE bill #LB1076 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Adopt the Public Contract Provider Open Meetings Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Public Contract Provider Open Meetings Act, which requires private entities that are parties to public contracts with state agencies to hold open meetings related to those contracts. The key provisions include: - Defining important terms like "governing board," "meeting," "provider," and "public contract." - Establishing a policy that meetings related to public contracts are public business and cannot be conducted in secret. - Allowing governing boards to hold closed sessions only in limited circumstances, such as for collective bargaining or litigation discussions. - Requiring governing boards to provide reasonable advance notice and public access to meetings, including the option for virtual conferencing. - Granting the public the right to attend, speak at, and record meetings of governing boards. - Mandating that governing boards keep detailed minutes of their meetings and make them publicly available. - Establishing penalties, including civil fines and criminal misdemeanors, for violations of the Act. The Act aims to increase transparency around the use of state funds by private entities that contract with the government.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public contracts; to adopt the Public Contract Provider Open Meetings Act.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Machaela Cavanaugh (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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AL bill #SB334 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Boards and commissions; Horse Racing Modernization Act, established
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Racing Commission to regulate and oversee horse racing with pari-mutuel wagering in the state. It outlines the powers and duties of the commission, including licensing owners and operators of racetracks and satellite facilities, issuing permits to participants in horse racing, and adopting rules to ensure the integrity of the sport. The bill also creates the Alabama Breeders Fund to promote the breeding, raising, and racing of horses in Alabama. Additionally, it imposes various taxes and fees on pari-mutuel wagering, and establishes criminal penalties for unlawful conduct related to horse racing and wagering.
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Bill Summary: Boards and commissions; Horse Racing Modernization Act, established
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• Introduced: 04/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Bobby Singleton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: Pending Senate Tourism
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OK bill #HB1854 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Motor vehicles; driver licenses; class requirements; renewal; identification cards; tribal court conviction; responsible agency; emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various sections of Oklahoma law related to motor vehicle driver's licenses and identification cards. Key provisions include: - Modifying definitions related to licensed operators who can process driver's license and identification card applications. - Removing the requirement for vision examinations during driver's license renewals. - Disallowing renewal of commercial learner's permits after one renewal period. - Modifying the qualifying ages for learner's permits and certain driver's licenses. - Modifying the requirements and procedures for applying for and renewing REAL ID-compliant and non-compliant driver's licenses and identification cards. - Allowing certified driver education instructors, licensed operators, and their employees to become designated examiners for administering the driving skills portion of the driver's license exam. - Designating Service Oklahoma, rather than the Department of Public Safety, as the responsible agency for various driver's license and identification card functions. - Declaring an emergency to make the bill effective immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to motor vehicles; amending Section 2, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 3-102), which relates to definitions; modifying definitions; defining terms; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-101, as last amended by Section 5, Chapter 47, 1st Extraordinary Session, O.S.L. 2023 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 6-101), which relates to class requirements for driver licenses; removing certain requirement for driver license renewal; disallowing renewal of commercial learner permit; deleting now defunct statutory directives; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-105, as last amended by Section 14, Chapter 310, O.S.L. 2023 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 6-105), which relates to graduated Class D licenses; modifying qualifying age for learner permit; modifying qualifying age for certain license; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-105.3, as last amended by Section 6, Chapter 47, 1st Extraordinary Session, O.S.L. 2023 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 6-105.3, which relates to identification cards; modifying description of certain identification cards; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-106, as amended by Section 45, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 6-106), which relates to application for license or identification card; modifying acceptable forms of identification; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-110, as last amended by Section 15, Chapter 310, O.S.L. 2023 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 6-110), which relates to examination of applicants; making certain individuals eligible to apply to be a designated examiner; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-114, as last amended by Section 7, Chapter 47, 1st Extraordinary Session, O.S.L. 2023 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 6-114), which relates to replacement licenses; modifying required proof of identity; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-122, as amended by Section 62, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 6-122), which relates to renewal by mail; modifying requirements for renewal of license; amending Section 1, Chapter 409, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 6-201.2), which relates to recognition of Indian tribal court conviction; modifying responsible agency; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-205, which relates to mandatory revocation of license by Department; modifying responsible agency; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-208.1, which relates to processing requests for suspension or revocation; modifying responsible agency; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-209, which relates to surrender or return of license; modifying responsible agency; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 1102, as amended by Section 106, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 1102), which relates to definitions; modifying definitions; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.5, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 332, O.S.L. 2023 (51 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 24A.5), which relates to open and confidential records; modifying responsible agency; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Motor vehicles
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dell Kerbs (R)*, Chuck Hall (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/16/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/18/2024
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IL bill #SB0103 • Last Action 04/18/2024
OPEN MTGS-AUDIO AND VIDEO MTGS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Open Meetings Act to modify the conditions under which an open or closed meeting may be conducted by audio or video conference without the physical presence of a quorum of the members. The key provisions include: 1. Allowing a meeting to be held without the physical presence of a quorum if the chief elected or appointed official of the public body determines that an in-person meeting would pose a health or safety risk to the members or the public, and that conducting the meeting remotely is in the best interest of the public body or the public. 2. Requiring the public notice of such a meeting to state the reason(s) for the remote meeting determination. 3. Specifying further requirements for notice, public access, and public comment to ensure transparency and participation in remote meetings. 4. Requiring the determination by the chief official for any subsidiary body of the public body to also conduct remote meetings. 5. Providing that members participating remotely are considered present for quorum and voting purposes. 6. Requiring the public body to bear all costs associated with complying with the remote meeting provisions. The bill aims to provide flexibility for public bodies to conduct meetings remotely while maintaining transparency and public access, particularly during public health emergencies or other situations where in-person meetings may pose risks.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Modifies the conditions by which an open or closed meeting may be conducted by audio or video conference without the physical presence of a quorum of the members. Provides that a meeting may be held without the physical presence of a quorum of the members if, among other requirements, the chief elected or appointed official of the public body determines that an in-person meeting would pose a risk to the health or safety of members of the public body or the public and that conducting a meeting by an audio or video conference is in the best interests of the public body or the public and public notice of that meeting states the reason or reasons for such determination. Provides that such a determination by the chief elected or appointed official of the public body shall be required for any subsidiary body of the public body to conduct an open or closed meeting by audio or video conference. Specifies further requirements concerning notice and public comment. Makes conforming and other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Cristina Castro (D)*, Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton
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IL bill #HB4336 • Last Action 04/18/2024
PUBLIC SAFETY-VARIOUS-PENSIONS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to make several changes related to bail and pretrial release in Illinois: - It restores statutes to their form prior to recent amendments, with some exceptions. This includes restoring the death penalty and related provisions. - For police officers, firefighters, and similar public safety employees, it removes Tier 2 limitations on the amount of salary for annuity purposes, provides that automatic annual pension increases are calculated under Tier 1 formulas, and provides that retirement annuities are calculated under Tier 1 provisions. - It makes conforming changes to the Public Safety Employee Benefits Act regarding health insurance plans for police and firefighters. - It allows the Secretary of State to suspend the driver's licenses of vehicle owners who fail to pay fines or penalties for 5 or more automated traffic law or speed enforcement violations. - It provides procedures for the Secretary of State to suspend driver's licenses for failure to pay fines or penalties related to certain standing, parking, compliance, automated speed enforcement, or automated traffic law violations. - It allows municipalities to impose a fee up to $20 for bail processing against any person arrested for violating a bailable municipal ordinance or state/federal law. The key changes are the restoration of the death penalty, changes to public safety employee pension provisions, procedures for suspending driver's licenses for certain violations, and allowing municipal bail processing fees.
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Bill Summary: Restores the statutes to the form in which they existed before their amendment by Public Acts 101-652, 102-28, and 102-1104, with certain exceptions. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012 concerning aggravating factors for which the death penalty may be imposed. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Eliminates a provision that abolishes the sentence of death. Transfers unobligated and unexpended moneys remaining in the Death Penalty Abolition Fund into the reestablished Capital Litigation Trust Fund. Enacts the Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2024 and amends the State Appellate Defender Act to add provisions concerning the restoration of the death penalty. Amends the General Provisions, Downstate Police, Downstate Firefighter, Chicago Police, Chicago Firefighter, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), State Employees, and State Universities Articles of the Illinois Pension Code. With regard to police officers, firefighters, and similar public safety employees, removes Tier 2 limitations on the amount of salary for annuity purposes; provides that the automatic annual increases to a retirement pension or survivor pension are calculated under the Tier 1 formulas; and provides that the amount of and eligibility for a retirement annuity are calculated under the Tier 1 provisions. Amends the State Finance Act to make conforming changes. Amends the Public Safety Employee Benefits Act concerning health insurance plans of police officers and firefighters. Makes other conforming changes. Amends the State Mandates Act to require implementation of the amendatory changes to the Illinois Pension Code without reimbursement. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cabello (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Remove Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Suzanne M. Ness
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NE bill #LB658 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Change provisions relating to the Public Employees Retirement Board
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 84-1502 of the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, to change the per diem payment for members of the Public Employees Retirement Board (PERB) from $75 to $100. The bill also repeals the original Section 84-1502. The PERB is responsible for overseeing the retirement plans for public employees in Nebraska, and this change to the per diem payment for board members is intended to reflect the importance and responsibilities of their work.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to retirement; to amend section 84-1502, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to change the per diem of the Public Employees Retirement Board as prescribed; and to repeal the original section.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike McDonnell (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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NE bill #LB529 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Change provisions of the Property Tax Request Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Request Act to redefine the term "property tax request" and change provisions related to joint public hearings required for property tax request increases above the allowable growth percentage. Specifically, it requires at least one elected official from each participating political subdivision to attend the joint public hearing, changes the timeframe for the joint public hearing, and modifies the information that must be included in the postcard notice and report prepared by the county clerk.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Property Tax Request Act; to amend sections 77-1631 and 77-1633, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to redefine a term; to change provisions relating to joint public hearings for property tax request increases more than the allowable growth percentage; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Hansen (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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MN bill #HF4593 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Advisory citizens' redistricting commission established, redistricting principles and redistricting requirements established, constitutional amendment to establish an independent citizen's redistricting commission proposed, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an advisory citizens' redistricting commission to draw legislative and congressional district boundaries in Minnesota. The key provisions include: - Proposing a constitutional amendment to create an independent citizens' redistricting commission to draw district maps. - Establishing an advisory citizens' redistricting commission with 15 members selected to be representative of the state's diversity. - Requiring the commission to draw district boundaries using specific redistricting principles, such as protecting minority voting rights, minimizing division of communities of interest, and achieving partisan fairness. - Outlining the appointment process, operating rules, and deadlines for the commission to submit proposed district maps to the legislature. - Providing that if the legislature does not approve the commission's maps, the commission will use a specific process to adopt final plans. - Applying similar redistricting principles to the redrawing of local election districts like county commissioner and city council wards. - Appropriating funds to the Legislative Coordinating Commission to support the work of the redistricting commission.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to redistricting; establishing an advisory citizens' redistricting commission; establishing redistricting principles and redistricting requirements; proposing a constitutional amendment to establish an independent citizens' redistricting commission; appropriating money; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 2A; 204B; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 2.91, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 25 : Ginny Klevorn (D)*, Robert Bierman (D), Patty Acomb (D), Melissa Hortman (D), Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn (D), Zack Stephenson (D), John Huot (D), Bianca Virnig (D), Ethan Cha (D), Dan Wolgamott (D), Heather Edelson (D), Leigh Finke (D), Laurie Pryor (D), Sydney Jordan (D), Brad Tabke (D), Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D), Brion Curran (D), María Isa Pérez-Vega (D), Kristin Bahner (D), Steve Elkins (D), Josiah Hill (D), Nathan Coulter (D), Peter Fischer (D), Mohamud Noor (D), Andy Smith (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/05/2024
• Last Action: Author added Smith
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NE bill #LB399 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Change provisions relating to certain proposed electric generation facilities and privately developed renewable energy generation facilities
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of Nebraska law to change provisions relating to certain proposed electric generation facilities and privately developed renewable energy generation facilities. Key provisions include: - Redefining terms like "private electric supplier" and "privately developed renewable energy generation facility" to clarify the scope and requirements for these types of facilities. - Requiring public meetings and reports for board approval of proposed electric generation facilities over 10 megawatts, with some exceptions. - Changing and providing new certification requirements for privately developed renewable energy generation facilities to receive an acknowledgment of exemption from certain review processes. - Providing an exception to virtual conferencing requirements under the Open Meetings Act for these types of meetings. The bill aims to update the regulations and processes around the development and approval of both traditional electric generation facilities and privately owned renewable energy projects in Nebraska.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Nebraska Power Review Board; to amend section 70-1014, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 70-1014.02 and 84-1411, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and section 70-1001.01, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2023; to redefine terms; to provide a public meeting and report requirement for board approval of certain proposed electric generation facilities; to change and provide certification requirements for issuance of an acknowledgment of exemption by the board of a proposed privately developed renewable energy generation facility; to provide an exception to a virtual conferencing requirement under the Open Meetings Act; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Brewer (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 62
• Last Amended: 04/18/2024
• Last Action: DeKay explanation of vote
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NE bill #LB284 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Adopt the Municipal Police Oversight Act, require maintenance of Brady and Giglio lists, restrict usage of no-knock warrants, prohibit collection of data on gang membership, require a bachelor’s degree for law enforcement certification, change requirements on law enforcement records, and eliminate the offense of unlawful membership recruitment into an organization
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Adopts the Municipal Police Oversight Act, which requires cities with populations over 5,000 to create citizen police oversight boards to investigate grievances and complaints against the police department, monitor police standards and practices, and report findings and recommendations. - Requires city and county attorneys and the Attorney General to maintain public Brady and Giglio lists identifying law enforcement officers who have impaired their own credibility such that disclosure is required under those legal precedents. - Changes the requirements for the execution of no-knock search and arrest warrants, including limiting their use to cases involving crimes of violence and requiring specialized training and equipment for the executing officers. - Prohibits criminal justice agencies from collecting, assembling, or preserving data relating to individuals' purported gang status, affiliation, or membership. - Requires a bachelor's degree to gain admission to a law enforcement training academy, and current officers must obtain or begin obtaining a bachelor's degree by 2033 to maintain their certification. - Changes provisions relating to law enforcement officer records, including requiring permanent retention of records of conduct that could lead to revocation or suspension of an officer's certification. - Eliminates the offense of unlawful membership recruitment into an organization.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to law enforcement; to amend sections 29-411, 29-3517, and 81-1410, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 81-1414, 81-1414.15, and 81-1414.19, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to adopt the Municipal Police Oversight Act; to require city and county attorneys and the Attorney General to maintain public Brady and Giglio lists; to change and provide requirements for execution of no-knock search and arrest warrants; to define terms; to provide for exclusion of evidence; to prohibit criminal justice agencies from collecting, assembling, or preserving data relating to individuals' purported gang status; to require deletion of such records and notification of the subjects of such records; to provide a duty for the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice; to require a bachelor's degree to gain admission to a law enforcement training academy; to require current law enforcement officers to obtain or begin obtaining a bachelor's degree by 2033; to change provisions relating to law enforcement officer records; to eliminate the offense of unlawful membership recruitment into an organization or association; to harmonize provisions; to provide a duty for the Revisor of Statutes; to provide severability; to repeal the original sections; and to outright repeal section 28-1351, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Terrell McKinney (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/11/2023
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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NE bill #LB79 • Last Action 04/18/2024
Adopt the Nebraska EPIC Option Consumption Tax Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Nebraska EPIC Option Consumption Tax Act, which will eliminate the state income tax, sales and use taxes, property tax, inheritance tax, and other taxes in Nebraska effective January 1, 2026. The bill establishes a consumption tax of 7.5% on the purchase of taxable property and services, with certain exemptions. It also creates new state funds and boards to manage the budgeting and distribution of tax revenue to political subdivisions and school districts in the state. The bill terminates the existing Nebraska Budget Act, tax-increment financing, and several other tax-related laws as of January 1, 2026 when the new consumption tax system takes effect.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to revenue and taxation; to amend sections 13-319, 13-501, 13-2813, 18-2147, 77-27,148, 77-3507, and 85-2231, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 77-201, 77-2004, 77-2005, 77-2006, 77-2701, 77-3506, 77-3508, 77-6406, 77-6827, and 79-1001, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to adopt the Nebraska EPIC Option Consumption Tax Act; to terminate the Nebraska Budget Act, tax-increment financing, the property tax, the inheritance tax, sales and use taxes, the income tax, the homestead exemption, the Tax Equity and Educational Opportunities Support Act, and the Community College Aid Act as prescribed; to change an application deadline under the ImagiNE Nebraska Act; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/05/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Erdman (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 01/05/2023
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed
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TN bill #SB2962 • Last Action 04/17/2024
AN ACT to create the Fayette County Water Authority.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Fayette County Water Authority, a governmental authority with the purpose of planning, acquiring, constructing, improving, extending, furnishing, equipping, financing, owning, operating, and maintaining a water and wastewater system in Fayette County and the surrounding geographic region. The authority will have a board of directors appointed by the Fayette County mayor and confirmed by the county legislative body, and will have the power to issue bonds, set rates and fees, enter into agreements with the county and municipalities, acquire property, and take other actions to fulfill its purposes, subject to local approval.
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Bill Summary: Subject to local approval, creates the Fayette County Water Authority.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Page Walley (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/16/2024
• Last Action: Comp. became Pr. Ch. 48
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TN bill #HB2934 • Last Action 04/17/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8, Chapter 44, Part 1, relative to public meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Tennessee's public meetings law to require state governing bodies and local government legislative bodies to make the agenda for their upcoming regular meetings available to the public, at no charge, in an accessible location at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The bill also authorizes these bodies to deliberate or act upon matters not listed on the agenda, as long as they follow their own bylaws or rules and comply with other applicable state laws. The bill aims to increase transparency and public access to the decision-making process of state and local government entities in Tennessee.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, requires a state governing body or a local government legislative body to make available to the public, at no charge, the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting in a place accessible to the public at least 48 hours prior to a regular meeting; authorizes such bodies to deliberate or act upon matters not listed on the agenda of its regular meeting if the body follows its bylaws or properly adopted rules and procedures and complies with all other applicable state laws. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 44, Part 1.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rush Bricken (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/12/2024
• Last Action: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 710
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VA bill #SB274 • Last Action 04/17/2024
Prescription Drug Affordability Board; established, drug cost affordability review, report.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Prescription Drug Affordability Board in the Department of Health with the goal of protecting citizens and other stakeholders in the healthcare system from high prescription drug costs. The Board is tasked with identifying and reviewing certain high-cost or rapidly increasing prescription drugs, both brand-name and generic, and determining whether they create affordability challenges or high out-of-pocket costs for patients. If so, the Board can establish upper payment limit amounts that would apply to all purchases and payer reimbursements of those drugs in the Commonwealth, with some exceptions for Medicare Part D plans. The bill also creates a stakeholder council to provide input to the Board and requires the Board to report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly twice annually. The provisions of the bill will take effect on January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Prescription Drug Affordability Board established; drug cost affordability review. Establishes the Prescription Drug Affordability Board for the purpose of protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. The bill requires the Board to meet in open session at least four times annually, with certain exceptions and requirements enumerated in the bill. Members of the Board are required to disclose any conflicts of interest, as described in the bill. The bill also creates a stakeholder council for the purpose of assisting the Board in making decisions related to drug cost affordability. The bill tasks the Board with identifying prescription, generic, and other drugs, as defined in the bill, that are offered for sale in the Commonwealth and, at the Board's discretion, conducting an affordability review of any prescription drug product. The bill lists factors for the Board to consider that indicate an affordability challenge for the health care system in the Commonwealth or high out-of-pocket costs for patients. The bill also provides that any person aggrieved by a decision of the Board may request an appeal of the Board's decision and that the Attorney General has authority to enforce the provisions of the bill. The bill provides that the Board shall establish no more than 12 upper payment limit amounts annually between January 1, 2025, and January 1, 2028. Prescription Drug Affordability Board established; drug cost affordability review. Establishes the Prescription Drug Affordability Board for the purpose of protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. The bill requires the Board to meet in open session at least four times annually, with certain exceptions and requirements enumerated in the bill. Members of the Board are required to disclose any conflicts of interest, as described in the bill. The bill also creates a stakeholder council for the purpose of assisting the Board in making decisions related to drug cost affordability. The bill tasks the Board with identifying prescription, generic, and other drugs, as defined in the bill, that are offered for sale in the Commonwealth and, at the Board's discretion, conducting an affordability review of any prescription drug product. The bill lists factors for the Board to consider that indicate an affordability challenge for the health care system in the Commonwealth or high out-of-pocket costs for patients. The bill also provides that any person aggrieved by a decision of the Board may request an appeal of the Board's decision and that the Attorney General has authority to enforce the provisions of the bill. The bill provides that the Board shall establish no more than 12 upper payment limit amounts annually between January 1, 2025, and January 1, 2028. The bill requires the Board to report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly twice annually, beginning on July 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025. Provisions of the bill shall apply to state-sponsored and state-regulated health plans and health programs and obligate such policies to limit drug payment amounts and reimbursements to an upper payment limit amount set by the Board, if applicable, following an affordability review. The bill specifies that Medicare Part D plans shall not be bound by such decisions of the Board. The bill also requires the nonprofit organization contracted by the Department of Health to provide prescription drug price transparency to provide the Board access to certain data reported by manufacturers. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025, and is identical to
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Creigh Deeds (D)*, Jennifer Carroll Foy (D)*, Suhas Subramanyam (D)*, Adam Ebbin (D), Russet Perry (D), Saddam Salim (D), Bill Stanley (R), Jennifer Boysko (D), Angelia Williams Graves (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 02/28/2024
• Last Action: Senate sustained Governor's veto
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VA bill #SB506 • Last Action 04/17/2024
Higher educational institutions, public; duties and powers of governing board.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill grants the governing board of each public institution of higher education in Virginia authority over the employment of all legal counsel for the institution, including decision-making power in the commencement or termination of any legal counsel, the employment of outside legal counsel, the oversight and management of any legal counsel, and the appointment of a general counsel to serve as the chief legal officer of the institution. The bill also clarifies the scope of the Attorney General's involvement in the legal affairs of public institutions of higher education, providing that the Attorney General may only provide legal service to a public institution upon the request of the institution's governing board or upon the board's decision to delegate all authority to the Attorney General. The bill permits the governing board of any public institution with less than 7,500 full-time students to delegate all authority over legal counsel to the Attorney General. Additionally, the bill requires the approval of the Attorney General for any legal settlement involving consideration in excess of $5 million and clarifies the duties of the governing board and its members.
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Bill Summary: Public institutions of higher education; governing boards; powers and duties; legal counsel; scope of employment. Provides that the governing board of each public institution of higher education shall have authority over the employment of all legal counsel for the institution, including decision-making authority in the commencement or termination of any legal counsel, the employment of outside legal counsel, the oversight and management of any legal counsel, and the appointment of a general counsel to serve as the chief legal officer of the institution. The bill provides that the chief legal officer and the vice president or similarly situated executive officer of such institution shall, under the direction of the governing board of such institution, conduct the legal affairs of and provide legal advice and representation for such institution on any matter that the governing board determines to be in the interest of the institution. The bill clarifies the scope of the involvement of the Attorney General in the legal affairs of public institutions of higher education, providing that the Attorney General may only provide legal service to a public institution of higher education upon request of the governing board of such institution or upon the governing board's decision to delegate all authority in accordance with the provisions of the bill. The bill permits the governing board of any public institution of higher education with less than 7,500 full-time students to delegate all authority over legal counsel conferred pursuant to the provisions of the bill. The bill also provides that the approval of the Attorney General shall be required for any legal settlement involving consideration in excess of $5 million. The bill also clarifies the duties of the governing board of each public institution of higher education in its collective capacity and of the members of such governing board in their individual capacities. Public institutions of higher education; governing boards; powers and duties; legal counsel; scope of employment. Provides that the governing board of each public institution of higher education shall have authority over the employment of all legal counsel for the institution, including decision-making authority in the commencement or termination of any legal counsel, the employment of outside legal counsel, the oversight and management of any legal counsel, and the appointment of a general counsel to serve as the chief legal officer of the institution. The bill provides that the chief legal officer and the vice president or similarly situated executive officer of such institution shall, under the direction of the governing board of such institution, conduct the legal affairs of and provide legal advice and representation for such institution on any matter that the governing board determines to be in the interest of the institution. The bill clarifies the scope of the involvement of the Attorney General in the legal affairs of public institutions of higher education, providing that the Attorney General may only provide legal service to a public institution of higher education upon request of the governing board of such institution or upon the governing board's decision to delegate all authority in accordance with the provisions of the bill. The bill permits the governing board of any public institution of higher education with less than 7,500 full-time students to delegate all authority over legal counsel conferred pursuant to the provisions of the bill. The bill also provides that the approval of the Attorney General shall be required for any legal settlement involving consideration in excess of $5 million. The bill also clarifies the duties of the governing board of each public institution of higher education in its collective capacity and of the members of such governing board in their individual capacities.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Surovell (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 55
• Last Amended: 03/06/2024
• Last Action: Senate sustained Governor's veto
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TN bill #HB2978 • Last Action 04/17/2024
AN ACT to create the Fayette County Water Authority.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Fayette County Water Authority, a governmental authority with the purpose of planning, acquiring, constructing, improving, extending, furnishing, equipping, financing, owning, operating, and maintaining a water and wastewater system for Fayette County and the surrounding geographic region. The authority will be governed by a board of directors appointed by the Fayette County mayor and confirmed by the county legislative body. The authority will have the power to issue bonds, notes, and refunding bonds to finance its operations and projects, and the county is authorized to issue joint obligations with the authority and pledge its full faith and credit and unlimited taxing power to such debt instruments. The bill also grants the authority various other powers, such as the ability to condemn land, set rates and charges, and enter into contracts and agreements. The act is subject to local approval by a two-thirds vote of the Fayette County legislative body.
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Bill Summary: Subject to local approval, creates the Fayette County Water Authority.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Gant (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 04/16/2024
• Last Action: Pr. Ch. 48
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VA bill #HB570 • Last Action 04/17/2024
Prescription Drug Affordability Board; established, drug cost affordability review, report.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Prescription Drug Affordability Board to protect citizens and stakeholders in the healthcare system from the high costs of prescription drugs. The Board will identify drugs with high costs or price increases, conduct affordability reviews, and set upper payment limits on certain drugs if they are found to create affordability challenges or high out-of-pocket costs for patients. The bill requires the Board to meet publicly at least four times per year, disclose conflicts of interest, and create a stakeholder council to provide input. It also requires the Board to report to the legislature on its findings and recommendations for improving prescription drug affordability in the Commonwealth. The provisions of the bill will apply to state-sponsored and state-regulated health plans, but not to Medicare Part D plans. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Prescription Drug Affordability Board established; drug cost affordability review. Establishes the Prescription Drug Affordability Board for the purpose of protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. The bill requires the Board to meet in open session at least four times annually, with certain exceptions and requirements enumerated in the bill. Members of the Board are required to disclose any conflicts of interest, as described in the bill. The bill also creates a stakeholder council for the purpose of assisting the Board in making decisions related to drug cost affordability. The bill tasks the Board with identifying prescription, generic, and other drugs, as defined in the bill, that are offered for sale in the Commonwealth and, at the Board's discretion, conducting an affordability review of any prescription drug product. The bill lists factors for the Board to consider that indicate an affordability challenge for the health care system in the Commonwealth or high out-of-pocket costs for patients. The bill also provides that any person aggrieved by a decision of the Board may request an appeal of the Board's decision and that the Attorney General has authority to enforce the provisions of the bill. The bill provides that the Board shall establish no more than 12 upper payment limit amounts annually between January 1, 2025, and January 1, 2028. Prescription Drug Affordability Board established; drug cost affordability review. Establishes the Prescription Drug Affordability Board for the purpose of protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. The bill requires the Board to meet in open session at least four times annually, with certain exceptions and requirements enumerated in the bill. Members of the Board are required to disclose any conflicts of interest, as described in the bill. The bill also creates a stakeholder council for the purpose of assisting the Board in making decisions related to drug cost affordability. The bill tasks the Board with identifying prescription, generic, and other drugs, as defined in the bill, that are offered for sale in the Commonwealth and, at the Board's discretion, conducting an affordability review of any prescription drug product. The bill lists factors for the Board to consider that indicate an affordability challenge for the health care system in the Commonwealth or high out-of-pocket costs for patients. The bill also provides that any person aggrieved by a decision of the Board may request an appeal of the Board's decision and that the Attorney General has authority to enforce the provisions of the bill. The bill provides that the Board shall establish no more than 12 upper payment limit amounts annually between January 1, 2025, and January 1, 2028. The bill requires the Board to report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly twice annually, beginning on July 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025. Provisions of the bill shall apply to state-sponsored and state-regulated health plans and health programs and obligate such policies to limit drug payment amounts and reimbursements to an upper payment limit amount set by the Board, if applicable, following an affordability review. The bill specifies that Medicare Part D plans shall not be bound by such decisions of the Board. The bill also requires the nonprofit organization contracted by the Department of Health to provide prescription drug price transparency to provide the Board access to certain data reported by manufacturers. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025, and is identical to
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 27 : Karrie Delaney (D)*, Nadarius Clark (D)*, Dan Helmer (D)*, Holly Seibold (D)*, Bonita Anthony (D), Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D), Katrina Callsen (D), Kelly Fowler (D), Rae Cousins (D), Jackie Glass (D), J.R. Henson (D), Phil Hernandez (D), Mike Jones (D), Karen Keys-Gamarra (D), Amy Laufer (D), Destiny LeVere Bolling (D), Marty Martinez (D), Adele McClure (D), Cia Price (D), Sam Rasoul (D), Irene Shin (D), Marcus Simon (D), Shelly Simonds (D), Kannan Srinivasan (D), Kathy Tran (D), Vivian Watts (D), Rod Willett (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 03/25/2024
• Last Action: House sustained Governor's veto
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TN bill #SB2741 • Last Action 04/17/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8, Chapter 44, Part 1, relative to public meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Tennessee's public meeting laws. It requires state governing bodies and local legislative bodies to make the agenda for their regular meetings available to the public at least 48 hours in advance, either in a physical location or on the body's website. The bill also allows these bodies to deliberate or act on matters not listed on the agenda, as long as they follow their own rules and procedures and comply with other applicable state laws. The bill aims to promote transparency in public decision-making while also providing some flexibility for governing bodies to address emerging issues.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, requires a state governing body or a local government legislative body to make available to the public, at no charge, the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting in a place accessible to the public at least 48 hours prior to a regular meeting; authorizes such bodies to deliberate or act upon matters not listed on the agenda of its regular meeting if the body follows its bylaws or properly adopted rules and procedures and complies with all other applicable state laws. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 44, Part 1.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Todd Gardenhire (R)*, Ferrell Haile (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/12/2024
• Last Action: Effective date(s) 04/11/2024
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MN bill #SF4719 • Last Action 04/16/2024
Blue Line light rail transit extension antidisplacement community prosperity program establishment and appropriation; antidisplacement programing administration board establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Blue Line light rail transit extension antidisplacement community prosperity program to preserve and enhance affordable housing, small business support, job training and placement, and economic vitality along the light rail corridor. The bill creates an Antidisplacement Community Prosperity Program Board to review and approve proposed expenditures from the program, which must receive matching funds from non-state sources. The bill also appropriates $10 million in fiscal year 2024 and 2025 from the general fund to Hennepin County to administer the program.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to transportation; establishing Blue Line light rail transit extension antidisplacement community prosperity program; creating a new board to administer antidisplacement programming; requiring a report; appropriating money; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 473.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Scott Dibble (D)*, Ann Rest (D), John Hoffman (D), Susan Pha (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/11/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (11:00:00 4/16/2024 )
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IL bill #HB5270 • Last Action 04/16/2024
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact Act, which allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to obtain a compact privilege to practice in other member states. The compact preserves the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety through the current system of state licensure, while facilitating interstate practice. The bill outlines the requirements for state participation, obtaining a compact privilege, adverse actions, the establishment of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, a data system, rulemaking, and dispute resolution and enforcement mechanisms. The compact aims to increase public access to occupational therapy services, enhance states' ability to protect public health and safety, encourage cooperation among member states, support military spouses, and facilitate the use of telehealth.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact Act. Provides that the State of Illinois ratifies and approves the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact. Provides that the purpose of the Compact is to facilitate interstate practice of Occupational Therapy with the goal of improving public access to Occupational Therapy services, and states that the Compact preserves the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety through the current system of state licensure. The Compact contains provisions concerning definitions; state participation in the Compact; Compact privilege; obtaining a new home state license by virtue of Compact privileges; active duty military personnel and their spouses; adverse actions; establishment of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission; a data system; rulemaking; oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement; date of implementation of the Interstate Commission for Occupational Therapy Practice and associated rules, withdrawal, and amendment; construction and severability; and the binding effect of the Compact and other laws.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 21 : Stephanie Kifowit (D)*, Terra Costa Howard (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Travis Weaver (R), Dan Didech (D), Anna Moeller (D), Joyce Mason (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Sue Scherer (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Nick Smith (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Jenn Ladisch Douglass (D), Mary Gill (D), Harry Benton (D), Michael Kelly (D), Chris Miller (R), Brandun Schweizer (R), Dennis Tipsword (R), Lance Yednock (D), Sharon Chung (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Sharon Chung
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WI bill #SB391 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated 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 creation of a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, the ability for a social worker to obtain a multistate license to practice in all other compact states, the ability of member states to issue subpoenas enforceable in other states, and the creation of a coordinated data system containing licensure and disciplinary action information on social workers. The compact becomes effective once enacted by seven states and may be amended upon enactment by all member states. A state can withdraw from the compact by repealing the statute authorizing it, but withdrawal does not take effect for 180 days.
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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 LRB-3959/1 MED:emw 2023 - 2024 Legislature SENATE BILL 391 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. The compact becomes effective in this state upon enactment by 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: 08/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 36 : Rob Stafsholt (R)*, Brad Pfaff (D)*, Joan Ballweg (R)*, Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R)*, Tim Carpenter (D)*, Jesse James (R)*, LaTonya Johnson (D)*, Chris Larson (D)*, Kelda Roys (D)*, Mark Spreitzer (D)*, Rob Cowles (R)*, Rob Hutton (R)*, Paul Tittl (R), Kristina Shelton (D), Clint Anderson (D), Deb Andraca (D), Samba Baldeh (D), Dave Considine (D), Barbara Dittrich (R), Steve Doyle (D), Joy Goeben (R), Gus Gustafson (R), Jenna Jacobson (D), Alex Joers (D), Joel Kitchens (R), Gae Magnafici (R), Supreme Moore Omokunde (D), Jeff Mursau (R), Tod Ohnstad (D), Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D), Lori Palmeri (D), Christine Sinicki (D), Pat Snyder (R), Shelia Stubbs (D), Lisa Subeck (D), Robyn Vining (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 08/25/2023
• Last Action: Failed to concur in pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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WI bill #AB43 • Last Action 04/15/2024
State finances and appropriations, constituting the executive budget act of the 2023 legislature. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to update the state's financial management and appropriations processes for the 2023 legislative session. It makes changes to the existing executive budget act, which outlines the state's budgeting and spending procedures. The bill includes provisions for allocating funds to various government agencies and programs, as well as adjusting certain financial regulations and reporting requirements. The "FE" designation indicates this is a fiscal estimate bill, meaning it has financial implications for the state's budget and expenditures.
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Bill Summary: An Act; Relating to: state finances and appropriations, constituting the executive budget act of the 2023 legislature. (FE)
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Finance
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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WI bill #AB207 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Ratification of the Counseling Compact. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a counseling compact commission as specified in the new s. 457.50 of the statutes. The delegate on the commission representing this state shall be appointed by the marriage and family therapy, professional counseling, and social work examining board. The bill also makes various changes to the regulation of marriage and family therapy, professional counseling, and social work in Wisconsin, including allowing professional counselors to obtain a "privilege to practice" in other member states of the compact. The bill lays out the purpose, definitions, and requirements of the counseling compact.
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Bill Summary: This bill is explained in the NOTES provided by the Joint Legislative Council in the bill. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 04/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Joint Legislative Council
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/20/2023
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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WI bill #SB1059 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Ratification of the Dietitian Licensure Compact. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated 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 include the creation of a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the compact, the ability for dietitians to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other compact states, the establishment of a coordinated data system for licensure and disciplinary information, and procedures for resolving disputes between member states. The compact becomes effective once enacted in 7 states, and states can withdraw from the compact by repealing the authorizing statute.
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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 LRB-5927/1 MED:emw 2023 - 2024 Legislature SENATE BILL 1059 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 “compact privilege,” 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: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Joan Ballweg (R)*, Mary Felzkowski (R)*, Patrick Testin (R)*, Rob Brooks (R), Deb Andraca (D), Ty Bodden (R), Alex Joers (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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WI bill #AB1153 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Ratification of the Dietitian Licensure Compact. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated 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 creation of a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, the ability for dietitians to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other compact states, the ability for member states to issue subpoenas that are enforceable in other states, the creation of a coordinated data system containing licensure and disciplinary action information on dietitians, and provisions regarding the resolution of disputes between member states. The compact becomes effective in Wisconsin upon its enactment in seven states, and a state may withdraw from the compact by repealing the statute authorizing it.
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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 “compact privilege,” 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: 03/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Rob Brooks (R)*, Ty Bodden (R)*, Deb Andraca (D)*, Alex Joers (D)*, Dave Murphy (R)*, Joan Ballweg (R), Mary Felzkowski (R), Patrick Testin (R), Jesse James (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/06/2024
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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WI bill #AB208 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Ratification of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, which allows audiologists and speech-language pathologists licensed in one state to practice in other compact states. It extends the time limit for emergency rule procedures, provides an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and grants rule-making authority to the Department of Safety and Professional Services and the Hearing and Speech Examining Board to implement the compact.
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Bill Summary: This bill is explained in the NOTES provided by the Joint Legislative Council in the bill. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 04/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Joint Legislative Council
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/20/2023
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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WI bill #AB382 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated 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 creation of a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, the ability for a social worker to obtain a multistate license to practice in other compact states, the creation of a coordinated data system, and provisions regarding resolutions of disputes among member states. The compact becomes effective in this state upon enactment by seven states and may be amended upon enactment of an amendment by all member states.
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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. The compact becomes effective in this state upon enactment by 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: 08/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 36 : Paul Tittl (R)*, Kristina Shelton (D)*, Clint Anderson (D)*, Deb Andraca (D)*, Samba Baldeh (D)*, Dave Considine (D)*, Barbara Dittrich (R)*, Steve Doyle (D)*, Joy Goeben (R)*, Gus Gustafson (R)*, Jenna Jacobson (D)*, Alex Joers (D)*, Joel Kitchens (R)*, Gae Magnafici (R)*, Supreme Moore Omokunde (D)*, Jeff Mursau (R)*, Tod Ohnstad (D)*, Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D)*, Lori Palmeri (D)*, Christine Sinicki (D)*, Pat Snyder (R)*, Shelia Stubbs (D)*, Lisa Subeck (D)*, Robyn Vining (D)*, Rob Stafsholt (R), Brad Pfaff (D), Joan Ballweg (R), Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R), Tim Carpenter (D), Jesse James (R), LaTonya Johnson (D), Chris Larson (D), Kelda Roys (D), Mark Spreitzer (D), Rob Cowles (R), Rob Hutton (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 08/11/2023
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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WI bill #AB434 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Indoor air quality inspection and evaluation program for public schools. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Department of Health Services (DHS) to establish an indoor air quality inspection and evaluation program for public school buildings used by students. DHS may perform random inspections of these buildings and must respond to complaints about air quality, unless the building was recently inspected and no problems were identified or problems were found. DHS can request assistance from local health departments or qualified third parties in carrying out these duties. If an inspection is conducted, the results must be compiled into a report that includes the potential health consequences and sources of any air quality issues. The report must be presented to the person who made the complaint, the school board, and the local health department (unless they conducted the inspection). DHS must also assist the school in developing a plan to address any identified air quality problems.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires the Department of Health Services to establish an indoor air quality inspection and evaluation program for public school buildings used by pupils. DHS may perform random inspections of a public school building used by pupils, and DHS must respond to complaints about the air quality in a public school building used by pupils, unless the building was inspected within the previous two years and no problems were identified or the building was inspected within the previous six months and problems were identified. DHS may request and receive assistance from local health departments or qualified third parties in performing its duties under the bill. If DHS, a local health department, or a qualified third party performs an inspection of the air quality in a public school building used by pupils, DHS, the local health department, or the qualified third party must compile a report of the results of that inspection in areas of the building used by pupils and areas of the building not used by pupils, including the known potential health consequences of any problems identified with air quality in the building and any identified potential sources of air quality issues. DHS, the local health department, or the qualified third party must present the report to the person who made the complaint, if any; to the school board or the governing board of a charter school, whichever is applicable, during an open meeting; and to the local health department, unless the local health department performed the investigation and compiled the report. If requested, DHS must then assist the school in developing a reasonable plan to address any air quality issues found in the inspection. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 09/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Shae Sortwell (R)*, Gus Gustafson (R)*, Shelia Stubbs (D)*, Ron Tusler (R)*, Samba Baldeh (D)*, Chuck Wichgers (R)*, Rob Cowles (R), Van Wanggaard (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 09/19/2023
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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MN bill #HF4049 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Social work services interstate compact created.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Social Work Services Interstate Compact, which is designed to facilitate the interstate practice of regulated social workers. The key provisions include: - Defining terms such as "multistate license," "multistate authorization to practice," and "regulated social worker." - Establishing eligibility requirements for member states and social workers to participate in the compact. - Outlining the process for issuance and reissuance of multistate licenses. - Granting authority to the Interstate Compact Commission to oversee the compact, including rulemaking, data sharing, and dispute resolution. - Providing for mutual recognition of multistate licenses among member states and allowing social workers to practice in remote states under their multistate authorization. - Addressing adverse actions, military families, and the consistent application of state laws. The bill aims to improve public access to competent social work services, reduce licensing burdens, enhance public protection, and facilitate workforce mobility across state lines.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health occupations; creating a social work services interstate compact; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148E.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 12 : Andy Smith (D)*, Jess Hanson (D), Heather Edelson (D), Josiah Hill (D), Hodan Hassan (D), Steve Elkins (D), Heather Keeler (D), Samantha Sencer-Mura (D), Kim Hicks (D), Mike Freiberg (D), Bianca Virnig (D), Leigh Finke (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/20/2024
• Last Action: Author added Finke
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NJ bill #S3126 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Allows Right to Farm Act complaints to be filed with county agriculture development board in adjacent county under certain circumstances and creates alternate voting members on such boards.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends current law to provide a mechanism for resolving "Right to Farm" disputes when a County Agriculture Development Board (CADB) is unable to convene a quorum due to conflicts of interest. Specifically, the bill allows individuals or municipalities to file complaints with the CADB in the adjacent county closest to the commercial farm in question. Additionally, the bill creates two alternate voting members on CADBs who can participate in discussions and vote in the absence or disqualification of a regular voting member who is actively engaged in farming.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends current law concerning membership of county agriculture development boards (CADBs) and the process for the filing of complaints under the "Right to Farm Act," P.L.1983, c.31 (C.4:1C-1 et al.). Specifically, this bill would provide a mechanism for how Right to Farm disputes may be resolved if a CADB does not have quorum due to members with conflicts of interest. Under current law, in the event of a dispute, an individual or municipality aggrieved by the operation of a commercial farm is required to file a formal complaint with the appropriate CADB, or the State Agriculture Development Committee in counties where no CADB exists, prior to filing action in court. Under this bill, if a CADB is unable to convene a quorum due to members having conflicts of interest related to the filed complaint, the complaint may be filed with the CADB located in the adjacent county located closest to the commercial farm that is the subject of the complaint. In addition, this bill amends the "Agriculture Retention and Development Act," P.L.1983, c.32 (C.4:1C-11 et seq.), by creating alternate members on CADBs who would are able to vote in the absence or disqualification of a voting member. This bill would require each CADB to have two alternate members. The alternate members would be required to be actively engaged in farming and either be a resident of the county or a member of the CADB in an adjacent county. These alternate members would each serve for a term of four years and may vote in place of an appointed voting member who is actively engaged in farming should a voting member be absent or disqualified. The alternate voting member may participate in discussions of the proceedings when not voting. The alternate members would be appointed in the same manner as the four members actively engaged in farming.
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• Introduced: 04/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Parker Space (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/16/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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WI bill #SB444 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Indoor air quality inspection and evaluation program for public schools. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Department of Health Services (DHS) to establish an indoor air quality inspection and evaluation program for public school buildings used by students. DHS may perform random inspections of these buildings and must respond to complaints about air quality, unless the building was inspected within the previous two years and no issues were found or within the previous six months and issues were identified. DHS can request assistance from local health departments or qualified third parties to perform these inspections. If an inspection is conducted, the entity conducting it must compile a report on the results, including potential health consequences and sources of air quality issues, and present it to the complainant (if any), the school board or governing board, and the local health department (unless they conducted the inspection). DHS must then assist the school in developing a plan to address any identified air quality issues.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires the Department of Health Services to establish an indoor air quality inspection and evaluation program for public school buildings used by pupils. DHS may perform random inspections of a public school building used by pupils, and DHS must respond to complaints about the air quality in a public school building used by pupils, unless the building was inspected within the previous two years and no problems were identified or the building was inspected within the previous six months and problems were identified. DHS may request and receive assistance from local health departments or qualified third parties in performing its duties under the bill. If DHS, a local health department, or a qualified third party performs an inspection of the air quality in a public school building used by pupils, DHS, the local health department, or the qualified third party must compile a report of the results of that inspection in areas of the building used by pupils and areas of the building not used by pupils, including the known potential health consequences of any problems identified with air quality in the building and any identified potential sources of air quality issues. DHS, the local health department, or the qualified third party must present the report to the person who made the complaint, if any; to the school board or the governing board of a charter school, whichever is applicable, during an open meeting; and to the local health department, unless the local health department performed the investigation and compiled the report. If requested, DHS must then assist the school in developing a reasonable plan to address any air quality issues found in the inspection. LRB-4169/1 SWB&KMS:klm 2023 - 2024 Legislature SENATE BILL 444 For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 09/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Rob Cowles (R)*, Van Wanggaard (R)*, Shae Sortwell (R), Gus Gustafson (R), Ron Tusler (R), Shelia Stubbs (D), Samba Baldeh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 09/20/2023
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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MN bill #HF4392 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Human services; provisions modified relating to disability services, aging services, and substance use disorder services; Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Act modified; subminimum wages phased out; blood-borne pathogen provisions expanded to all state-operated treatment programs; and expired reports removed.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes: 1. It modifies provisions related to disability services, aging services, and substance use disorder services. This includes changes to the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Act, phasing out subminimum wages for workers with disabilities, expanding blood-borne pathogen provisions to all state-operated treatment programs, and removing expired reporting requirements. 2. It expands the Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing State Services Division to provide more culturally and linguistically affirmative services statewide, including services for persons who are deafblind. 3. It phases out the use of subminimum wages for employees with disabilities by prohibiting new hires at less than minimum wage starting in 2026 and requiring all employees to be paid at least minimum wage by 2028. 4. It modifies provisions related to aging services, including requiring long-term care options counseling at critical care transitions and ensuring continuity of personal assistance services for seniors switching managed care plans. 5. It makes changes to substance use disorder services, such as expanding educational materials on opioid use, modifying peer recovery support services, and adjusting eligibility and rate requirements for substance use disorder treatment. Overall, the bill aims to improve services and supports for people with disabilities, seniors, and those with substance use disorders across Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying provisions related to disability services, aging services, and substance use disorder services; modifying the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Act; phasing out subminimum wages; expanding blood-borne pathogen provisions to all state-operated treatment programs; removing expired reports; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 144G.45, subdivision 3; 177.24, by adding a subdivision; 245A.11, subdivision 2; 245D.071, subdivisions 3, 4; 245D.081, subdivisions 2, 3; 245D.09, subdivision 3; 245D.10, subdivision 1; 245F.02, subdivisions 17, 21; 245F.08, subdivision 3; 245F.15, subdivision 7; 245G.04, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivision 6; 246.71, subdivisions 3, 4, 5; 246.711; 246.712, subdivisions 1, 2; 246.713; 246.714; 246.715, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 246.716, subdivisions 1, 2; 246.717; 246.72; 246.721; 246.722; 252.44; 254A.03, subdivision 1; 254B.03, subdivision 4; 254B.05, by adding subdivisions; 254B.12, subdivisions 3, 4; 256.975, subdivision 7e; 256B.0759, subdivision 4; 256B.0911, subdivision 24; 256B.092, by adding a subdivision; 256B.49, by adding a subdivision; 256B.4905, subdivision 12; 256B.69, subdivision 5k, by adding a subdivision; 256B.85, subdivisions 2, 6, 6a, 11, 17, 20, by adding a subdivision; 256C.21; 256C.23, subdivisions 1a, 2, 2a, 2b, 2c, 6, 7, by adding a subdivision; 256C.233, subdivisions 1, 2; 256C.24, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 256C.26; 256C.261; 256C.28, subdivision 1; 256R.08, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 402A.16, subdivision 2; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 245G.05, subdivision 3; 245G.09, subdivision 3; 245G.11, subdivision 10; 245G.22, subdivisions 2, 17; 245I.04, subdivision 18; 254A.19, subdivision 3; 254B.04, subdivisions 1a, 2a, 6, by adding a subdivision; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 5; 254B.181, subdivision 1; 254B.19, subdivision 1; 256B.057, subdivision 9; 256B.0759, subdivision 2; 256B.4906; 256B.4914, subdivisions 4, 10, 10a; 256B.85, subdivision 13a; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 11, section 38, as amended; Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 8, section 13, subdivision 2; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 245G.011, subdivision 5; 245G.22, subdivisions 4, 7; 252.34; 256.01, subdivisions 39, 41; 256.975, subdivisions 7f, 7g; 256B.79, subdivision 6; 256K.45, subdivision 2; 256R.18. 1 HF4392 SECOND ENGROSSMENT REVISOR DTT H4392-2
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• Introduced: 02/28/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Peter Fischer (D)*, Bianca Virnig (D), Brion Curran (D), Luke Frederick (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/08/2024
• Last Action: Author added Frederick
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WI bill #SB718 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Creating a Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board, funding for an office of prescription drug affordability, crediting certain amounts to the general program operations account of the office of the commissioner of insurance, granting rulemaking authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board to protect Wisconsin residents and other stakeholders from high prescription drug costs. The board consists of members representing different stakeholders, such as the pharmaceutical industry, health insurance industry, health care industry, and the public. The board must review prescription drug pricing information, conduct drug cost affordability reviews, and establish upper payment limits for certain prescription drugs if it determines they will lead to an affordability challenge for the health care system in Wisconsin. The bill also creates an Office of Prescription Drug Affordability within the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance to oversee the board's operations and provides funding and positions for the new office.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates a 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 LRB-4961/1 JPC:cdc 2023 - 2024 Legislature SENATE BILL 718 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 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 LRB-4961/1 JPC:cdc 2023 - 2024 Legislature SENATE BILL 718 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. Further, this bill provides $500,000 in program revenue in fiscal year 2023-24 for onetime implementation costs associated with establishing an Office of Prescription Drug Affordability in the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. The bill provides that the Office of Prescription Drug Affordability is responsible for prescription drug affordability programming within OCI and for overseeing the operations of the Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board. Additionally, the bill authorizes and funds for the fiscal biennium 16.0 positions for the Office of Prescription Drug Affordability. Finally, 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 sales representatives. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 11/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 33 : Brad Pfaff (D)*, Dianne Hesselbein (D)*, Melissa Agard (D)*, Tim Carpenter (D)*, LaTonya Johnson (D)*, Chris Larson (D)*, Kelda Roys (D)*, Jeff Smith (D)*, Mark Spreitzer (D)*, Lena Taylor (D)*, Bob Wirch (D)*, Lisa Subeck (D), Clint Anderson (D), Jimmy Anderson (D), Deb Andraca (D), Mike Bare (D), Jill Billings (D), Ryan Clancy (D), Sue Conley (D), Dave Considine (D), Dora Drake (D), Jodi Emerson (D), Francesca Hong (D), Jenna Jacobson (D), Alex Joers (D), Supreme Moore Omokunde (D), Greta Neubauer (D), Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D), Lori Palmeri (D), Melissa Ratcliff (D), Katrina Shankland (D), Kristina Shelton (D), Christine Sinicki (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 11/21/2023
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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OK bill #HB2724 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Housing; creating the Oklahoma Affordable Housing Commission; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Affordable Housing Commission, a 15-member body appointed by the Governor, Senate President Pro Tempore, and House Speaker. The Commission will utilize resources to address the housing needs of extremely low-income, very low-income, low-income, moderate-income, and middle-income households in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency will promulgate rules to implement an initial housing assessment, an annual report and action plan, a plan for long-term affordable housing expansion, an update on the Housing Stability Program, and recommendations to the Legislature on policies and incentives to increase affordable housing. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: housing - Oklahoma Affordable Housing Commission - membership - utilization of resources - administrative rules - unencumbered funds - codification - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Meloyde Blancett (D)*, Julia Kirt (D)*, Mickey Dollens (D), Ajay Pittman (D), Annie Menz (D), Chuck Hall (R), John Haste (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/09/2024
• Last Action: Senate Floor HB2724 (4-15-24) (KIRT) RT FA1 - HB2724 (4-15-24) (KIRT) RT FA1
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WI bill #AB747 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Creating a Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board, funding for an office of prescription drug affordability, crediting certain amounts to the general program operations account of the office of the commissioner of insurance, granting rulemaking authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board to protect Wisconsin residents and other stakeholders from high prescription drug costs. The board will review drug pricing information, identify drugs that may create affordability challenges, and establish upper payment limits for those drugs. The bill also creates an Office of Prescription Drug Affordability within the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance to oversee the board's operations and provides funding and positions for the office.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates a 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 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. Further, this bill provides $500,000 in program revenue in fiscal year 2023-24 for onetime implementation costs associated with establishing an Office of Prescription Drug Affordability in the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. The bill provides that the Office of Prescription Drug Affordability is responsible for prescription drug affordability programming within OCI and for overseeing the operations of the Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board. Additionally, the bill authorizes and funds for the fiscal biennium 16.0 positions for the Office of Prescription Drug Affordability. Finally, 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 sales representatives. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 35 : Lisa Subeck (D)*, Clint Anderson (D)*, Jimmy Anderson (D)*, Deb Andraca (D)*, Mike Bare (D)*, Jill Billings (D)*, Ryan Clancy (D)*, Sue Conley (D)*, Dave Considine (D)*, Dora Drake (D)*, Jodi Emerson (D)*, Francesca Hong (D)*, Jenna Jacobson (D)*, Alex Joers (D)*, Supreme Moore Omokunde (D)*, Greta Neubauer (D)*, Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D)*, Lori Palmeri (D)*, Melissa Ratcliff (D)*, Katrina Shankland (D)*, Kristina Shelton (D)*, Christine Sinicki (D)*, Kalan Haywood (D)*, Darrin Madison (D)*, Brad Pfaff (D), Dianne Hesselbein (D), Melissa Agard (D), Tim Carpenter (D), LaTonya Johnson (D), Chris Larson (D), Kelda Roys (D), Jeff Smith (D), Mark Spreitzer (D), Lena Taylor (D), Bob Wirch (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/06/2023
• Last Action: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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MN bill #HF4700 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act established, certificates of need governing provisions modified, conforming and technical changes made, and administrative rulemaking authorized.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act, which gives the Public Utilities Commission authority to permit the siting and routing of large energy infrastructure facilities like high-voltage transmission lines, large electric power generating plants, energy storage systems, and large wind and solar energy systems. It modifies the certificate of need process for these facilities, making some exemptions and conforming changes. The bill also authorizes the commission to adopt administrative rules to implement the new permitting process.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to energy; establishing the Minnesota Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act; modifying provisions governing certificates of need; making conforming and technical changes; authorizing administrative rulemaking; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 216A.037, subdivision 1; 216B.2421, subdivision 2; 216B.243, subdivisions 3, 3a, 4, 9; 216E.08, subdivision 2; 216E.11; 216E.13; 216E.14; 216E.15; 216E.16; 216E.18, subdivision 2a; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 216B.243, subdivision 8; 216E.06; 216E.07; 216E.10, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 216I; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 216E.001; 216E.01, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10; 216E.02; 216E.03, subdivisions 2, 3a, 3b, 4, 9; 216E.04, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 216E.05, subdivisions 1, 3; 216E.08, subdivisions 1, 4; 216E.18, subdivisions 1, 2; 216F.01; 216F.011; 216F.012; 216F.015; 216F.02; 216F.03; 216F.05; 216F.06; 216F.07; 216F.08; 216F.081; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 216E.01, subdivisions 3a, 6, 9a; 216E.03, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11; 216E.04, subdivision 2; 216E.05, subdivision 2; 216F.04; Minnesota Rules, parts 7850.1000; 7850.1100; 7850.1200; 7850.1300; 7850.1400; 7850.1500; 7850.1600; 7850.1700; 7850.1800; 7850.1900; 7850.2000; 7850.2100; 7850.2200; 7850.2300; 7850.2400; 7850.2500; 7850.2600; 7850.2700; 7850.2800; 7850.2900; 7850.3000; 7850.3100; 7850.3200; 7850.3300; 7850.3400; 7850.3500; 7850.3600; 7850.3700; 7850.3800; 7850.3900; 7850.4000; 7850.4100; 7850.4200; 7850.4500; 7850.4600; 7850.4700; 7850.4800; 7850.4900; 7850.5000; 7850.5100; 7850.5200; 7850.5300; 7850.5400; 7850.5500; 7850.5600; 7854.0100; 7854.0200; 7854.0300; 7854.0400; 7854.0500; 7854.0600; 7854.0700; 7854.0800; 7854.0900; 7854.1000; 7854.1100; 7854.1200; 7854.1300; 7854.1400; 7854.1500.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Jamie Long (D)*, Larry Kraft (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/06/2024
• Last Action: Author added Kraft
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MN bill #SF4456 • Last Action 04/15/2024
Advisory public bodies interactive technology use relating to the Open Meeting Law modification
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meeting Law in Minnesota to modify the requirements for the use of interactive technology by advisory public bodies. The key provisions include: 1. Defining "advisory public body" as a public body comprised entirely of appointed members and not including elected officials. 2. Allowing advisory public bodies to conduct meetings using interactive technology, as long as certain conditions are met, such as all participants being able to see and hear each other, members of the public being able to see and hear the proceedings, and at least one member being physically present at the regular meeting location. 3. Limiting the number of times a member of an advisory public body can participate remotely from a location that is not publicly noticed, with exceptions for military service and medical reasons. 4. Requiring public notice of the regular meeting location and any location where a member will be participating remotely, except for the locations of members participating under the limited exceptions. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for advisory public bodies to utilize interactive technology while maintaining transparency and public access to their meetings.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the Open Meeting Law; amending requirements for interactive technology use for advisory public bodies; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13D.001, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 13D.02, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 13D.02, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Alice Mann (D)*, Clare Oumou Verbeten (D), Nick Frentz (D), Susan Pha (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/28/2024
• Last Action: Author added Pha
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MN bill #SF1572 • Last Action 04/12/2024
Occupational therapist licensure compact establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the occupational therapist licensure compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of occupational therapy and improve public access to occupational therapy services. The compact allows for the mutual recognition of occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant licenses among member states, enhances the states' ability to protect public health and safety, encourages cooperation among member states in regulating multistate occupational therapy practice, supports military spouses, and enhances the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information. The compact outlines the requirements for member state participation, the process for occupational therapists and assistants to obtain a compact privilege in remote states, provisions for adverse actions and disciplinary measures, and the establishment of an occupational therapy compact commission to administer the compact.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health care; establishing the occupational therapist licensure compact; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Jim Abeler (R)*, John Hoffman (D), Rob Kupec (D), Paul Utke (R), Jim Carlson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (09:00:00 4/12/2024 )
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IL bill #HB5812 • Last Action 04/12/2024
PEN CD-MEETINGS-A/V CONFERENCE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Pension Code to allow committees of the boards of the Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund and the Firefighters' Investment Fund to conduct meetings by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members. This is permitted if the chairperson determines that an in-person meeting would pose a risk to the health or safety of the members or the public, and that a remote meeting is in the best interest of the board and the public. The bill outlines specific requirements for notice, public participation, voting, verbatim records, and associated costs.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund and the Firefighters' Investment Fund Articles of the Illinois Pension Code. Provides that meetings of committees of the board may be conducted by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members if the chairperson of the board determines that an in-person meeting would pose a risk to the health or safety of members of the board or the public and that conducting a meeting by an audio or video conference is in the best interest of the board and the public. Sets forth provisions concerning notice, public participation, voting, verbatim records, and costs.
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• Introduced: 04/12/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Bob Rita (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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MN bill #SF4076 • Last Action 04/12/2024
Social work services interstate compact establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Social Work Services Interstate Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The Compact preserves the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety through the current system of state licensure. Key provisions include defining eligibility requirements for member states and regulated social workers to participate in the Compact, establishing a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to govern the Compact, creating a coordinated data system, and outlining procedures for adverse actions, dispute resolution, and enforcement.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health occupations; creating a social work services interstate compact; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148E.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Kelly Morrison (D)*, Rob Kupec (D), Nicole Mitchell (D), Liz Boldon (D), Bill Lieske (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/20/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (09:00:00 4/12/2024 )
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MN bill #SF1445 • Last Action 04/12/2024
Interstate compact for professional counselors establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an interstate compact for professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. The compact facilitates mutual recognition of licenses among member states, enhances states' ability to protect public health and safety, encourages cooperation among states in regulating multistate practice, supports military spouses, and allows for the use of telehealth technology. The compact creates the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact, including promulgating rules, investigating disciplinary matters, and providing a mechanism for dispute resolution. The compact takes effect when ten states have enacted it into law, and any state may withdraw from the compact after a six-month notice period.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health care; establishing an interstate compact for professional counselors; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148B.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Kelly Morrison (D)*, Jim Abeler (R), Liz Boldon (D), Rob Kupec (D), Bill Lieske (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (09:00:00 4/12/2024 )
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DC bill #PR25-0702 • Last Action 04/12/2024
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2024
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: April 2, 2024 To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to amend the Open Meetings Act of 2010 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: 04/01/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Resolution R25-0482, Effective from Apr 02, 2024 Published in DC Register Page 004135
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MN bill #SF1322 • Last Action 04/12/2024
Physical therapy interstate licensure compact establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Physical Therapy Interstate Licensure Compact in Minnesota. The compact aims to facilitate interstate practice of physical therapy, improve public access to physical therapy services, enhance states' ability to protect public health and safety, and support military spouses. The bill sets out the procedures for obtaining a compact privilege to practice physical therapy in remote states, the grounds for disciplinary action, and the creation of the Physical Therapy Compact Commission to govern and administer the compact. The compact will become effective once adopted by ten member states.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health occupations; creating a physical therapy interstate licensure compact; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Kelly Morrison (D)*, Erin Maye Quade (D), Rob Kupec (D), Liz Boldon (D), Paul Utke (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/02/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (09:00:00 4/12/2024 )
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MN bill #HF5032 • Last Action 04/11/2024
Working group on common interest communities and homeowners associations established, and report to legislature required.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a working group to study the prevalence and impact of common interest communities (CICs) and homeowners associations (HOAs) in Minnesota. The working group will examine various aspects of CICs and HOAs, such as their governance, fees, affordability, and impact on the housing market. The group will also look at how other states regulate CICs and HOAs and will provide recommendations for legislative reforms or other methods to regulate CICs and HOAs, including the consolidation or recodification of existing laws. The working group will submit a final report with its findings and recommendations to the Minnesota legislature by February 1, 2025, and the working group will expire on March 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to housing; establishing a working group on common interest communities and homeowners associations; requiring a report to the legislature.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 6 : Kristin Bahner (D)*, Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D), Michael Howard (D), Larry Kraft (D), Kelly Moller (D), Robert Bierman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/18/2024
• Last Action: Author added Bierman
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CT bill #SB00355 • Last Action 04/11/2024
An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Freedom Of Information Commission For Revisions To The Freedom Of Information Act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes revisions to the Freedom of Information Act recommended by the Freedom of Information Commission. The key provisions include: clarifying the definition of "governmental function" to specify what constitutes a governmental function, requiring public agencies to provide access to records related to the performance of governmental functions, updating training requirements for public agency members, revising the education records exemption, expanding the definition of "hand-held scanner," and updating requirements for electronic notice of special meetings and appeals for denial of access to certain public records.
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Bill Summary: To make revisions to the Freedom of Information Act recommended by the Freedom of Information Commission, including concerning the application of the definition of "governmental function", which statutory provisions require training by the commission, the education records exemption, the definition of "hand-held scanner", electronic notice of special meetings and appeals for denial of access to certain public records.
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• Introduced: 02/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0 : Government Administration and Elections Committee
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/11/2024
• Last Action: File Number 428
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OK bill #SB1430 • Last Action 04/11/2024
State government; creating Oklahoma Central Purchasing Department. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Department, transferring the functions, powers, duties, and obligations of the Central Purchasing Division of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the new department. The bill also makes various changes to the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act, including modifying the responsibilities and authorities of the State Purchasing Director, establishing procedures for acquisitions and contracts, and creating or amending several revolving funds related to purchasing and risk management. The bill aims to centralize and streamline the state's purchasing and procurement processes under the new Oklahoma Central Purchasing Department.
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Bill Summary: central purchasing - Oklahoma Central Purchasing Department - State Purchasing Director - State Travel Office - controlling entity of fund - controlling agency of account - surety required - membership on Council - repealer - codification - effective date ]
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• Introduced: 12/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Chuck Hall (R)*, Kevin Wallace (R)*, Melissa Provenzano (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/15/2024
• Last Action: Enacting clause stricken
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MN bill #SF3474 • Last Action 04/11/2024
Digital Citizenship, Internet Safety, and Media Literacy Advisory Council establishment and appropriation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Digital Citizenship, Internet Safety, and Media Literacy Advisory Council, which will make recommendations to the Commissioner of Education on best practices and methods for instructing students on the safe, ethical, and effective use of media and technology resources. The 25-member council will be composed of representatives from various stakeholder groups, including teachers, school media specialists, parent-teacher organizations, and experts in digital citizenship, internet safety, and media literacy. The Commissioner must report the council's guidelines and any necessary draft legislation to the legislature by January 14, 2026, and the council will expire on January 15, 2026. The bill also appropriates funding from the general fund to the Commissioner of Education for the costs associated with convening and supporting the council.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; establishing the Digital Citizenship, Internet Safety, and Media Literacy Advisory Council; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Kunesh (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/11/2024
• Last Action: Comm report: Adopt previous comm report Jt rule 2.03 suspended
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IL bill #SB3927 • Last Action 04/11/2024
PEN CD-MEETINGS-A/V CONFERENCE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund and the Firefighters' Investment Fund Articles of the Illinois Pension Code to allow meetings of the board committees to be conducted by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum, if the chairperson determines that an in-person meeting would pose a health or safety risk and that a remote meeting is in the best interest of the board and the public. The bill sets forth provisions regarding notice, public participation, voting, verbatim records, and costs to ensure transparency and accessibility during these remote meetings.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund and the Firefighters' Investment Fund Articles of the Illinois Pension Code. Provides that meetings of committees of the board may be conducted by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members if the chairperson of the board determines that an in-person meeting would pose a risk to the health or safety of members of the board or the public and that conducting a meeting by an audio or video conference is in the best interest of the board and the public. Sets forth provisions concerning notice, public participation, voting, verbatim records, and costs.
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• Introduced: 04/11/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Cristina Castro (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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RI bill #S2464 • Last Action 04/10/2024
Provides that public meetings involving collective bargaining agreements of school teachers shall be open to the public.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the state's Open Meetings Act to require that public meetings involving collective bargaining agreements for public school teachers be open to the public. This change would override the existing exemption that allows such meetings to be held in closed sessions. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would provide that public meetings involving collective bargaining agreements of school teachers shall be open to the public. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Jessica de la Cruz (R)*, Ana Quezada (D)*, Lou DiPalma (D)*, Frank Ciccone (D)*, Sam Bell (D)*, Elaine Morgan (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/12/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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NY bill #A08828 • Last Action 04/10/2024
Requires school boards to make the final decision on whether to keep, remove, or restrict access to an instructional material in a school library; establishes a review process for formal complaints concerning instructional materials that are the subject of complaints.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "Public School Instructional Materials Review and Transparency Act" in New York. The key provisions are: 1. It defines important terms like "instructional material," "challenged material," "informal complaint," and "formal complaint." 2. It outlines a process for handling informal complaints about instructional materials, where the complainant and school personnel can try to resolve the issue. 3. It sets up a formal complaint process, where a review committee will review the challenged material and make a recommendation to the school board to keep, remove, or restrict access to it. The school board must then vote on the recommendation and allow public comment. 4. It requires school districts to maintain an online, searchable database of all instructional materials used in the district. 5. It amends the Public Officers Law to require school boards to make the source citation of any challenged material and the formal complaint available online at least 72 hours before the board meeting where the issue will be discussed and voted on.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law and the public officers law, in relation to establishing the "public school instructional materials review and transparency act"
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Ed Flood (R)*, Alec Brook-Krasny (R), Misha Novakhov (R), Lester Chang (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Assembly Education Committee Hearing (00:00:00 4/10/2024 )
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MS bill #HB1303 • Last Action 04/10/2024
Fresh Start Act; revise certain provisions of.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one paragraph summary of the key provisions of the bill: This bill revises the Fresh Start Act to allow more opportunities for individuals with criminal records to obtain occupational licenses, provided the crime is not directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the licensed occupation. The bill establishes standards and procedures for licensing authorities to follow when considering applications from individuals with criminal records, including requiring the use of a clear and convincing standard of proof and consideration of factors such as the nature and seriousness of the crime, the time elapsed since the crime was committed, and evidence of rehabilitation. The bill also prohibits licensing authorities from using vague or generic terms like "moral turpitude" or "good character" when evaluating applicants. Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to various occupational licensing statutes to align with the revised Fresh Start Act.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 73-77-1, 73-77-3, 73-77-5, 73-77-7 And 73-77-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Fresh Start Act; To Provide That The Fresh Start Act Shall Supersede Any Other Provision Of Law To The Contrary; To Make Technical, Nonsubstantive Changes; To Amend Sections 19-5-353, 45-4-9, 45-6-11, 73-1-13, 73-9-61, 73-11-57, 73-14-35, 73-19-23, 73-21-97, 73-25-29, 73-25-101, 73-27-13, 73-29-13, 73-29-31, 73-31-21, 73-34-109, 73-39-77, 73-42-9, 73-42-11, 73-53-8, 73-55-19, 73-65-13, 73-71-33, 73-73-7, 73-75-19, 75-76-35, 75-76-131, 83-7-207, 83-39-15, 9-13-109, 21-27-131, 21-27-151, 27-109-5, 37-3-2, 41-29-303, 51-5-3, 67-3-19, 73-2-7, 73-3-2, 73-3-25, 73-4-17, 73-5-1, 73-5-11, 73-5-21, 73-6-13, 73-9-23, 73-11-51, 73-13-23, 73-13-77, 73-17-9, 73-17-11, 73-19-17, 73-21-85, 73-21-87, 73-21-111, 73-23-47, 73-23-51, 73-24-19, 73-24-21, 73-25-3, 73-25-14, 73-25-32, 73-26-3, 73-27-5, 73-27-12, 73-27-16, 73-29-19, 73-30-9, 73-31-13, 73-33-1, 73-38-9, 73-39-67, 73-39-71, 73-53-13, 73-54-13, 73-63-27, 73-67-21, 73-71-19, 75-27-305, 75-57-49, 75-60-31, 75-60-33, 75-76-67, 81-18-9, 83-17-75, 83-39-9, 73-34-14, 73-35-10, 73-69-7, 73-69-11, 75-15-11, 75-67-323, 75-67-421, 75-67-509, 75-67-609, 27-115-55, 37-13-89, 37-9-17, 37-29-232, 73-3-41, 73-4-25, 73-5-25, 73-6-19, 73-7-27, 73-17-15, 73-23-59, 73-30-21, 73-35-21, 73-38-27, 73-53-17, 73-60-31, 73-67-27, 73-75-13, 75-15-9, 75-60-19, 75-76-137, 77-8-25, 83-1-191, 83-17-71, 83-17-421, 83-17-519, 83-21-19, 83-49-11 And 97-33-315, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of This Act; To Bring Forward Section 73-15-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Sections 73-15-29, 73-3-339, 73-15-19 And 73-15-21, For Purposes Of Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Shanda Yates (I)*, Otis Anthony (D)*, Jeffrey Hulum (D)*, Kabir Karriem (D)*, Carl Mickens (D)*, Oscar Denton (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/14/2024
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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MS bill #SB2062 • Last Action 04/10/2024
Artificial Intelligence in Education Task Force Act; enact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education Task Force in Mississippi to evaluate the potential applications of AI in K-12 education and develop policy recommendations for its responsible and effective use by students and educators. The task force will include members with expertise in education, technology, ethics, data privacy, industry demands, and state policy. The task force is tasked with assessing the implications of AI usage in education, providing recommendations for incorporating AI into educational standards and curricula, developing guidelines for training educators on AI tools, and identifying strategies to protect student and teacher data privacy. The task force will submit interim and final reports to state leadership with their findings and policy recommendations by December 2024, at which point the task force will dissolve.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact The Artificial Intelligence In Education Task Force Act For The Purpose Of Evaluating Potential Applications Of Artificial Intelligence In K-12 And To Develop Policy Recommendations For Responsible And Effective Uses By Students And Educators; To Establish The Task Force Membership Requirements And Appointment Criteria; To Provide The Duties And Responsibilities Of The Task Force, Including That The Task Force Provide Recommendations For Incorporating Ai Into Educational Standards; To Require The Task Force To Make Recommendations On Strategies That Create Opportunities For Fostering Collaboration Throughout The Educational Landscape; To Require The Task Force To Submit Reports To The Governor, Lieutenant Governor And Speaker Of The House; To Provide The Date That The Task Force Shall Dissolve; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/13/2024
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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RI bill #S2502 • Last Action 04/09/2024
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, 2025, and a final report by January 5, 2026, and expire on February 5, 2026.)
Status: Dead
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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, 2025, And A Final Report By January 5, 2026, And Expire On February 5, 2026.)
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• Introduced: 03/01/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lou DiPalma (D)*, Sam Zurier (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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CO bill #HB1303 • Last Action 04/09/2024
Colorado Open Meetings Law for the General Assembly
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Colorado Open Meetings Law (COML) as it applies to the Colorado General Assembly. It clarifies that political party caucuses are subject to the COML if the meeting relates to public business. It also establishes that "serial meetings" between two or more members of the General Assembly, where the meetings do not constitute a quorum but collectively do, are a violation of the COML. The bill modifies the provisions regarding written electronic communication between General Assembly members, excluding most such communication from COML requirements unless it occurs contemporaneously during a meeting or constitutes a serial meeting. The bill also adds new notice and minute-taking requirements for General Assembly public body meetings.
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Bill Summary: The bill makes several modifications and clarifications to the application of the "Colorado Open Meetings Law" (COML) to any state public body of the general assembly. The bill clarifies that a meeting of any political party caucus, which are the caucuses associated with each major political party in each chamber of the general assembly, is subject to the provisions of the COML if the meeting relates to the public business of the general assembly and excludes any other type of caucus made up of members of the general assembly from the provisions of the COML. Additionally, the bill establishes that serial meetings, which are a series of meetings between 2 or more members of a state public body that individually do not constitute a meeting of a quorum of the body but collectively constitute a meeting of a quorum of the body, are a violation of the COML. The bill modifies the provisions of the COML concerning written electronic communication between members of a state public body of the general assembly by excluding such communication, regardless of the length of time the communication is available for, from the requirements of the COML unless the communication occurs contemporaneously between a quorum of a state public body of the general assembly during a meeting of the body and is concerning public business and unless the communication constitutes a serial meeting. In both instances, such communication is a violation of the COML. The bill clarifies that written electronic communication may be subject to the provisions of the "Colorado Open Records Act". The bill also modifies certain requirements for notice and minutes required for meetings of state public bodies of the general assembly. Notice must specify any applicable statutory provisions for the notice. Minutes must include the names of all members of the general assembly in attendance, whether their attendance was in-person, virtual, or a hybrid of both, and note if a recording of the meeting was made.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Elisabeth Epps (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/14/2024
• Last Action: House Committee on Judiciary Postpone Indefinitely
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OK bill #HB3508 • Last Action 04/09/2024
Employee Group Insurance Division; transferring division to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority; effective date; emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers the Employee Group Insurance Division from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, effective July 1, 2024. It makes conforming amendments to various sections of law related to the definition of "health benefits plan," prescription requirements for opioids and benzodiazepines, the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Board, and the workers' compensation fee schedule. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Employee Group Insurance Division; transferring the Employee Group Insurance Division from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 6802, which relates to definitions for the Oklahoma Telemedicine Act; transferring the Employee Group Insurance Division from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-309I, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 257, O.S.L. 2022 (63 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 2-309I), which relates to prescription requirements for opioids and benzodiazepines; transferring the Employee Group Insurance Division from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1304.1, which relates to Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Board; transferring the Employee Group Insurance Division from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority; amending 85A O.S. 2021, Section 50, which relates to employer required to provide prompt medical treatment and fee schedule; transferring the Employee Group Insurance Division from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Sneed (R)*, Greg McCortney (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/10/2024
• Last Action: Reported Do Pass Retirement and Insurance committee; CR filed
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OK bill #HB2730 • Last Action 04/09/2024
Open records; inspection and copying of records; written notice; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act to require public bodies to provide written notice to requestors if a records request cannot be completed within 10 business days, specifying when the requested information will be available. The bill also clarifies that the record copying fee cannot exceed 25 cents per page or $1 per certified copy, and that fees cannot be used to discourage requests or as obstacles to disclosure. Additionally, the bill updates language related to Social Security numbers and provides an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.5, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 332, O.S.L. 2023 (51 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 24A.5), which relates to inspection and copying of records; requiring certain written notice when records request cannot be completed within a specified time; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Annie Menz (D)*, Julia Kirt (D)*, Jacob Rosecrants (D), Ellyn Hefner (D), David Bullard (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/10/2024
• Last Action: Coauthored by Senator Bullard
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RI bill #H7934 • Last Action 04/09/2024
JOINT RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONTINUED FOCUS AND ACTIONS FOR IMPROVED COORDINATION BETWEEN AGENCIES RESPONSIBLE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD AND EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS
Status: Dead
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Bill Summary: Joint Resolution Supporting Continued Focus And Actions For Improved Coordination Between Agencies Responsible For Early Childhood And Early Learning Programs
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• Introduced: 03/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Justine Caldwell (D)*, Susan Donovan (D)*, Julie Casimiro (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/04/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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IL bill #SB3920 • Last Action 04/09/2024
WIND/SOLAR FACILITY REGULATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Counties Code to provide new regulations for commercial wind and solar energy facilities in Illinois. Key provisions include: - Requiring facility owners to provide notice to nearby municipalities, townships, and property owners when submitting a permit application. - Allowing counties to require commercial solar facilities to be sited at least 500 feet from occupied community buildings and dwellings on nonparticipating properties. - Restricting commercial wind and solar facilities to be sited only on property zoned for agricultural use or on brownfields sites, and not on property zoned exclusively for residential or estate use. - Excluding counties with a population over 500,000 from the changes made by the bill. - Requiring facility owners to enter into agricultural impact mitigation agreements and providing guidelines for vegetation management plans at solar facilities. - Addressing road use agreements, compensation for crop and drainage system damages, and other operational requirements for commercial wind and solar facilities.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Counties Code. Provides that a commercial wind energy facility owner or a commercial solar energy facility owner who has submitted an application for a permit to develop a commercial wind energy facility or a commercial solar energy facility must provide notice to all municipalities and townships that are within 1.5 miles of the proposed facility and all property owners whose properties are on the boundary line of the proposed facility. Includes requirements of the notice. Provides that a county may require that a commercial solar energy facility be sited at least 500 feet from the nearest point on the property line of occupied community buildings and dwellings on nonparticipating properties. Requires a commercial wind energy facility or a commercial solar energy facility to be sited only on property zoned for agricultural use or on a brownfields site, and provides that the facilities may not be sited on property zoned exclusively for residential use or zoned exclusively for estate use. Excludes counties with a population of more than 500,000 from the changes made by Public Act 102-1123. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan McConchie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/09/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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MN bill #HF4988 • Last Action 04/09/2024
Requirements governing assessment of trunk highway projects for impacts on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled modified, technical advisory committee established, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the requirements governing the assessment of trunk highway projects for impacts on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled. It establishes a technical advisory committee to assist in the implementation and review of these requirements. The bill also appropriates funding from the trunk highway fund and the general fund to support statewide and regional travel demand modeling, impact mitigation, and grants to metropolitan planning organizations and local governments to develop plans and build capacity related to the assessment requirements.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to transportation; modifying requirements governing assessment of trunk highway projects for impacts on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled; establishing a technical advisory committee; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 161.045, subdivision 1; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 161.045, subdivision 3; 161.178; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 161.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Larry Kraft (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/18/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (08:30:00 4/9/2024 )
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MN bill #HF4413 • Last Action 04/09/2024
Open Meeting Law; interactive technology use for advisory public bodies requirements amended.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the requirements for advisory public bodies (which are comprised entirely of appointed members and do not include elected officials) to use interactive technology for their meetings under the Open Meeting Law. The key provisions include: allowing advisory public bodies to conduct meetings by interactive technology as long as certain conditions are met, such as all participants being able to see and hear each other, public access to the discussions and votes, and a limit on the number of remote participations by each member. The bill also requires public notice of any locations where members are participating remotely, except for certain limited circumstances. The changes aim to provide more flexibility for advisory public bodies to use interactive technology while ensuring transparency and public access.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the Open Meeting Law; amending requirements for interactive technology use for advisory public bodies; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13D.001, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 13D.02, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 13D.02, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Erin Koegel (D)*, Nathan Coulter (D), Kristin Bahner (D), Liz Lee (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/28/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (08:30:00 4/9/2024 )
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MN bill #HF3782 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Education; prekindergarten through grade 12 education provisions modified including general education, education excellence, teachers, special education, charter schools, nutrition and libraries, health and safety, and state agencies; and reports required.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Modifies provisions for prekindergarten through grade 12 education, including general education, education excellence, teachers, special education, charter schools, nutrition and libraries, health and safety, and state agencies. - Requires school districts and charter schools to adopt a cell phone policy by March 15, 2025 and to establish clear criteria for evaluating four-day school week plans. - Amends the teacher licensure and evaluation processes, including requiring additional training for teachers with Tier 1 and Tier 2 licenses in special education fields, and prohibiting teacher assignments for those charged with certain criminal offenses. - Establishes a working group to review and make recommendations on special education licensure reciprocity. - Modifies charter school provisions, including requiring charter schools to identify and document the implementation of their stated purposes, and establishes new requirements for charter school administrators and boards. - Requires school districts and charter schools to provide mental health instruction starting in the 2026-2027 school year and to provide access to space for students to receive mental health care through telehealth. - Makes various other changes related to education assessments, student data privacy, English learners, school nutrition programs, libraries, and state education agency responsibilities.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; modifying provisions for prekindergarten through grade 12 education including general education, education excellence, teachers, special education, charter schools, nutrition and libraries, health and safety, and state agencies; requiring reports; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 120A.35; 120B.022, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 120B.13, subdivision 4; 120B.21; 121A.22, subdivisions 2, 4; 121A.2207, subdivision 1; 122A.091, subdivision 5; 122A.092, by adding a subdivision; 122A.181, by adding a subdivision; 122A.182, by adding a subdivision; 122A.185, subdivision 3; 122A.20, by adding a subdivision; 124D.09, subdivisions 2, 7, 9, 10, 10b, 11; 124D.12; 124D.60, subdivision 1; 124D.61; 124E.01, subdivision 1; 124E.05, subdivisions 2, 3, 5; 124E.07; 124E.10, subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 124E.12, subdivision 2; 124E.14; 124E.17; 124E.26; 127A.70, subdivision 1; 260E.14, subdivision 1; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 13.32, subdivision 5; 120B.021, subdivision 1; 120B.024, subdivision 1; 120B.11, subdivisions 1, 1a, 2; 120B.117, subdivision 4; 120B.30, subdivisions 7, 12, by adding a subdivision; 120B.302; 120B.305; 120B.31, subdivision 4; 120B.36, subdivision 1; 121A.20, subdivision 2; 122A.18, subdivision 1; 122A.181, subdivision 2; 122A.183, subdivision 2; 122A.184, subdivision 1; 122A.185, subdivision 1; 122A.40, subdivision 8; 122A.41, subdivision 5; 122A.631, subdivisions 2, 4; 122A.70, subdivision 2; 124D.09, subdivisions 5, 12; 124D.094, subdivisions 2, 3; 124D.111, subdivision 2a; 124E.02; 124E.03, subdivision 2; 124E.06, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 124E.11; 124E.12, subdivision 1; 124E.16, subdivision 1; 125A.08; 126C.40, subdivision 6; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 121A; 122A; 127A; 134; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 120B.31, subdivisions 2, 6; 122A.2451, subdivision 9; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 122A.185, subdivision 4. 1 HF3782 FIRST ENGROSSMENT REVISOR CR H3782-1
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Laurie Pryor (D)*, Cheryl Youakim (D), Frank Hornstein (D), Josiah Hill (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/25/2024
• Last Action: HF indefinitely postponed
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MS bill #SB2157 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact; enact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, which allows psychologists licensed in one Compact state to practice telepsychology and provide temporary in-person services in other Compact states. The bill also grants the state psychology regulatory authority the ability to regulate and discipline those psychologists practicing under the Compact. Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to existing Mississippi law to align with the Compact's provisions. Overall, this bill aims to increase public access to psychological services across state lines while maintaining oversight and accountability for the practice of psychology.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact And Provide That The State Of Mississippi Enters The Compact With Other States That Join In The Compact; To Amend Sections 73-31-7, 73-31-13, 73-31-14, 73-31-15, 73-31-21 And 73-31-23, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform The Provisions Of The Act; To Bring Forward Sections 73-31-9, 73-31-25 And 73-31-27, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joey Fillingane (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/03/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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MD bill #HB1141 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Department of Information Technology - Evaluation and Development of a 3-1-1 Portal Using Artificial Intelligence
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill expresses the intent of the General Assembly that the Department of Information Technology evaluate the feasibility of creating a statewide virtual 3-1-1 portal using artificial intelligence as a source for Maryland residents to obtain nonemergency government information and services. If the Department determines that the use of artificial intelligence in creating a virtual 3-1-1 portal is feasible, the bill requires the Department to prioritize the creation of the virtual 3-1-1 portal.
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Bill Summary: Stating the intent of the General Assembly that the Department of Information Technology evaluate the feasibility of creating a virtual 3-1-1 portal as a source for Maryland residents to obtain nonemergency government information and services utilizing artificial intelligence and that the Department prioritize the creation of the portal if feasible.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 20 : Ken Kerr (D)*, Joseline Peña-Melnyk (D), Bonnie Cullison (D), Tiffany Alston (D), Heather Bagnall (D), Harry Bhandari (D), Brian Chisholm (R), Pam Guzzone (D), Terri Hill (D), Tom Hutchinson (R), Steve Johnson (D), Anne Kaiser (D), Nic Kipke (R), Robbyn Lewis (D), Lesley Lopez (D), Ashanti Martínez (D), Sandy Rosenberg (D), Deni Taveras (D), Jennifer White Holland (D), Jamila Woods (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/04/2024
• Last Action: Rereferred to Education, Energy, and the Environment
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MN bill #HF4598 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Independent Redistricting Commission established, Applicant Review Panel established, principles to be used in adopting legislative and congressional districts established, legislative members lobbying activity prohibited, convening and conduct of regular legislative sessions requirements amended, and constitutional amendment proposed.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to amend the Minnesota Constitution to establish an Independent Redistricting Commission that would adopt boundaries for congressional and legislative districts following each decennial census. The bill also prohibits members of the legislature from serving as lobbyists while in office and for one year after leaving office, and amends requirements related to the timing and process for convening regular legislative sessions. The proposed constitutional amendment would be submitted to voters at the 2024 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, and 12; 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 2022, 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 2022, section 2.91.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 35 : Jamie Long (D)*, Emma Greenman (D), Mike Freiberg (D), Kristi Pursell (D), Esther Agbaje (D), Aisha Gomez (D), Matt Norris (D), Andy Smith (D), Tina Liebling (D), Brion Curran (D), Hodan Hassan (D), Leigh Finke (D), Jess Hanson (D), Rick Hansen (D), Jamie Becker-Finn (D), Luke Frederick (D), Robert Bierman (D), Bianca Virnig (D), Michael Howard (D), Cedrick Frazier (D), Samantha Vang (D), Jay Xiong (D), Nathan Coulter (D), Samantha Sencer-Mura (D), Sydney Jordan (D), María Isa Pérez-Vega (D), Samakab Hussein (D), Brad Tabke (D), Laurie Pryor (D), Mohamud Noor (D), Heather Edelson (D), Zack Stephenson (D), Fue Lee (D), Larry Kraft (D), Liish Kozlowski (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/18/2024
• Last Action: Committee report, to adopt and re-refer to Rules and Legislative Administration
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VA bill #SB85 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; definition of "caregiver," remote participation in meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to define "caregiver" and allow for remote participation and voting in public meetings by individuals with disabilities or their caregivers. The bill provides that for purposes of determining a quorum, a member participating remotely due to a disability or serving as a caregiver for a person with a disability counts towards the quorum as if they were physically present. The bill also prohibits public bodies from restricting remote voting by members participating virtually or through remote participation. Overall, the bill aims to increase accessibility and participation in public meetings for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; definition of "caregiver"; remote participation in meetings by persons with disabilities and caregivers; remote voting. Provides that for purposes of determining whether a quorum is physically assembled, an individual member of a public body who is a person with a disability or a caregiver, defined in the bill, and uses remote participation counts toward the quorum as if the individual was physically present. The bill also provides that the participation policy adopted by a public body, as required by the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, shall not prohibit or restrict any individual member of a public body who is participating in an all-virtual meeting or who is using remote participation from voting on matters before the public body. As introduced, the bill was a recommendation of the Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Favola (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0617)
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MD bill #HB459 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Election Administration – State Administrator, Local Boards, and Election Directors
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the State Board of Elections to annually evaluate the performance of the State Administrator of Elections, and the State Administrator to provide annual performance evaluations of each local election director to the respective local board. It also requires local boards to confer with the State Administrator when appointing an election director, maintain a warehouse, and provide for early voting center expenses. The bill further mandates that election directors take certain actions, such as notifying the State Administrator and local board of security violations or damage, and ensuring cybersecurity requirements are met for equipment used by local board employees.
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Bill Summary: Requiring the State Board of Elections to evaluate the performance of the State Administrator of Elections; requiring the State Administrator to provide a performance evaluation of the election director of each local board of elections to the local board; requiring each local board to confer with the State Administrator in appointing an election director, maintain a warehouse, and provide for early voting center expenses; requiring, rather than authorizing, election directors to take certain actions; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dana Jones (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/06/2024
• Last Action: Referred Rules
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VA bill #HB1040 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; definition of "caregiver," remote participation in meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to provide the following key provisions: 1. It defines "caregiver" as an adult who provides care for a person with a disability, and allows such caregivers to participate remotely in public meetings and be counted towards a quorum, similar to provisions for individuals with disabilities. 2. It allows public bodies, with the exception of certain local governing bodies, to hold "all-virtual public meetings" that provide electronic access to the public, as long as they follow certain requirements, such as including the meeting type in the notice, providing public comment opportunities, and limiting the number of such meetings. 3. It prohibits public bodies from restricting or prohibiting any individual member who is participating remotely or in an all-virtual meeting from voting on matters before the public body. The bill was a recommendation of the Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; definition of "caregiver"; remote participation in meetings by persons with disabilities and caregivers; remote voting. Provides that for purposes of determining whether a quorum is physically assembled, an individual member of a public body who is a person with a disability or a caregiver, defined in the bill, and uses remote participation counts toward the quorum as if the individual was physically present. The bill also provides that the participation policy adopted by a public body, as required by the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, shall not prohibit or restrict any individual member of a public body who is participating in an all-virtual meeting or who is using remote participation from voting on matters before the public body. As introduced, the bill was a recommendation of the Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D)*, Bonita Anthony (D)*, Adele McClure (D)*, Alfonso Lopez (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 04/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0610)
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MA bill #H738 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the existential threats posed by nuclear weapons and climate change to the commonwealth of Massachusetts
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a special citizens commission to investigate and make recommendations regarding the transition away from the development and production of nuclear weapons within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts towards the development and production of green technologies needed to address the climate emergency. The commission will examine the extent to which jobs, businesses, and communities in Massachusetts are dependent on nuclear weapons-related activities, and explore financial or legal measures to assist in transitioning these to climate-focused jobs and activities. The commission will also determine what assistance from the federal government would be needed to implement its recommendations. The commission will hold public hearings, report its findings and recommendations by December 31, 2025, and the report may include proposals for specific legislation aimed at reducing the exposure of private and public entities within the Commonwealth to investments in nuclear weapons.
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Bill Summary: Relative to threats posed by nuclear weapons and climate change. Emergency Preparedness and Management.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 19 : Lindsay Sabadosa (D)*, Jo Comerford (D)*, Jack Lewis (D), Erika Uyterhoeven (D), Natalie Higgins (D), David LeBoeuf (D), Patrick Kearney (D), Tommy Vitolo (D), Ruth Balser (D), Simon Cataldo (D), Sam Montaño (D), James Arena-Derosa (D), Mike Connolly (D), Carmine Gentile (D), Kay Khan (D), Dan Sena (D), Marjorie Decker (D), Mary Keefe (D), Jake Oliveira (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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VA bill #HB818 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; amends definition of meeting, provisions of Act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the definition of "meeting" in the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (VFOIA) to clarify that three or more members of a public body may attend a public meeting without violating the Act, provided that no public business is transacted or discussed. The bill also exempts members of a public body who attend a public meeting of a second public body, again as long as no public business is discussed. Additionally, the bill defines "public business" as activity undertaken or proposed by a public body on behalf of the people it represents. The bill states that its provisions are declarative of existing law.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; definitions of meetings and public business. Exempts certain public meetings from the definition of "meeting" under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to clarify that three or more members of a public body may appear and participate in such public meeting without violating the Act, provided that no public business is transacted or discussed. The bill also exempts members of a public body who attend a public meeting of a second public body without violating the Act, provided that no public business is transacted or discussed. Finally, the bill defines "public business" as activity that a public body has undertaken or proposed to undertake on behalf of the people it represents. The bill states that its provisions are declarative of existing law.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Cherry (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 04/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0733)
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VA bill #SB36 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; amends definition of meeting, provisions of Act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (VFOIA) to clarify the definition of a "meeting" and the scope of "public business" that is subject to the Act's requirements. The bill exempts certain situations where three or more members of a public body attend a public meeting without transacting or discussing public business, as well as when members of one public body attend a meeting of another public body without transacting or discussing public business. The bill also defines "public business" as activity that a public body has undertaken or proposed to undertake on behalf of the people it represents. The bill states that its provisions are declarative of existing law.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; definitions of meetings and public business. Exempts certain public meetings from the definition of "meeting" under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to clarify that three or more members of a public body may appear and participate in such public meeting without violating the Act, provided that no public business is transacted or discussed. The bill also exempts members of a public body who attend a public meeting of a second public body without violating the Act, provided that no public business is transacted or discussed. Finally, the bill defines "public business" as activity that a public body has undertaken or proposed to undertake on behalf of the people it represents. The bill states that its provisions are declarative of existing law.
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• Introduced: 12/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mamie Locke (D)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 52
• Last Amended: 04/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0756)
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OK bill #HB3622 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Economic development; creating the Oklahoma Enterprise Task Force; membership; organization; duties; emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Enterprise Task Force, a group consisting of various state officials and representatives from business and industry organizations. The Task Force is charged with gathering information and conducting an analysis to identify best practices for supporting infrastructure development at multiple sites across the state, with a focus on establishing at least one site in each quadrant of the state. The Task Force is required to submit a report with specific recommendations to the Governor, Speaker of the House, and President Pro Tempore of the Senate by December 1, 2025, and the provisions of the bill will expire on December 1, 2026. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to economic development; creating the Oklahoma Enterprise Task Force; providing for membership; providing for chair and vice-chair; requiring an organizational meeting; prescribing procedures for notice of meetings; prescribing quorum requirements for certain purposes; prescribing duties of the Task Force; requiring final report; providing for termination of Task Force; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Brian Hill (R)*, Adam Pugh (R)*, Ken Luttrell (R), Dell Kerbs (R), Jim Grego (R), Stan May (R), Daniel Pae (R), Tammy Townley (R), Mike Dobrinski (R), Josh Cantrell (R), Nick Archer (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/09/2024
• Last Action: Reported Do Pass Business and Commerce committee; CR filed
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OK bill #HB1886 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Teacher certification; establishing the Data Governance Council; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Data Governance Council, which will monitor and evaluate the impact of different teacher certification pathways, identify essential data elements for measuring teacher workforce quality, and establish best practices for data management and security. The Council will be composed of 13 members, including representatives from the State Department of Education, higher education institutions, and various education organizations. The bill requires the State Department of Education to develop a system to code initial teacher certification data, including emergency and alternative certification, in order to provide information on the different pathways. The bill sets deadlines for the appointment of Council members and the first Council meeting, and specifies that the Council will operate in accordance with Oklahoma's open meeting and records laws. The bill will take effect on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to teacher certification; requiring the State Department of Education to code initial teacher certification; creating the Data Governance Council; prescribing duties of Council; providing for membership; establishing deadlines for initial appointment and meeting of Council; prescribing frequency of meetings; setting meeting quorum requirement; providing staffing and support for Council; prohibiting compensation for members of Council; subjecting Council to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and Oklahoma Open Records Act; providing exemption from dual office-holding prohibitions; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : John Waldron (D)*, Dewayne Pemberton (R)*, Trish Ranson (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/03/2024
• Last Action: Senate Floor HB1886 (4-08-24) (PEMBERTON) FA1 - HB1886 (4-08-24) (PEMBERTON) FA1
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NJ bill #S3042 • Last Action 04/08/2024
The "Liberty State Park Protection Act"; establishes Liberty State Park Advisory Committee and requirements concerning DEP actions related to Liberty State Park.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, to be known as the "Liberty State Park Protection Act," would preserve Liberty State Park as a public urban green open space with limited privatization. It establishes a Liberty State Park Advisory Committee to assist the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) in conserving, preserving, and improving the park. The bill prohibits the DEP from considering any proposal to commercialize, develop, or privatize the park, except for small-scale commercial activities that enhance visitor experience. It also restricts the DEP from conveying, leasing, or transferring property rights within the 235-acre natural restoration area and the Caven Point Peninsula. The bill requires the DEP to develop a management plan for the park, consult the advisory committee for certain actions, and hold public forums to receive input on the park's plans and management.
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Bill Summary: This bill, to be known as the "Liberty State Park Protection Act," would preserve Liberty State Park as a public urban green open space with authority for limited privatization by establishing certain requirements concerning actions by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) related to Liberty State Park and establishing a Liberty State Park Advisory Committee (committee). The bill would prohibit the DEP from considering any proposal to commercialize, develop, or privatize Liberty State Park, except as provided in the bill. The bill would restrict the DEP from conveying, leasing, or otherwise transferring any property rights within the 235-acre natural restoration area in the interior of Liberty State Park, and at Caven Point Peninsula. The bill would require the DEP, within five years after the bill is enacted into law, and after consultation with the committee, to develop a management plan for Liberty State Park. The DEP would be required to consult the committee for review and recommendations: (1) prior to entering into any agreement for a concession, conveyance, or lease or any other transfer of property rights; and (2) prior to the extension or renewal for a term of one year or longer any lease in effect on the date the bill is enacted into law. In addition, the bill directs the DEP to develop and implement, in conjunction with the committee, a public participation process to allow public citizens and civic organizations to provide public input on any proposed changes in land use at Liberty State Park or to the management plan developed pursuant the bill, and to also, at least once each year, hold a public forum to receive input from the public concerning plans, improvements, preservation, conservation, and management of the park, in addition to any public hearings that may be required pursuant to law. The bill also directs the DEP to develop a map depicting Liberty State Park. Under the bill, the DEP would only approve an agreement for a concession, conveyance, lease, or other agreement with a private entity to provide small-scale commercial activities if the agreement enhances the experience of a visitor to Liberty State Park, such as a bicycle or kayak rental concession, food concession, temporary winter skating rink, commercial boat tour operating from an existing boat slip, and use of the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal ("CRRNJ Terminal"), and other uses identified in the management plan developed pursuant to the bill. In addition, whenever the DEP proposes to enter into a concession, lease, or other agreement for a duration of one year or longer, the DEP would be required to present the proposal to the committee for review and recommendations and provide an opportunity for public comment on the proposal, including holding two public hearings at Liberty State Park, with one hearing being held on a weekday evening and one on the weekend, and providing a 30-day public comment period. In addition, the DEP would be required to take these same actions when it intends to convey lands acquired or developed by the State with Green Acres funds, or acquired or developed by the State in any other manner and administered by the department, located within or adjacent to Liberty State Park. The Liberty State Park Advisory Committee established by the bill would be charged with assisting the DEP in conserving, preserving, protecting, and improving Liberty State Park. In carrying out its responsibilities, the committee would give due consideration to the natural, historic, cultural, recreational, and scenic resources and the local, State, and national significance of Liberty State Park. The committee's responsibilities would include: assisting the DEP in developing the management plan required by the bill, and advising the DEP on the ecological restoration of the 235-acre interior portion of the park and means to increase public access and public enjoyment of the natural, historic, cultural, recreational, and scenic resources of the park; reviewing and making recommendations concerning concessions, leases, or other transfer of property rights with a duration of one year or longer; and submitting to the DEP Commissioner any recommendations the committee deems necessary to improve, protect the park. In addition, this bill would amend the "State Park and Forestry Resources Act," P.L.1983, c. 324 (C.13:1L-1 et seq.), which, in part, allows the DEP to enter agreements with private entities for the construction, operation, and maintenance for private profit of any facility, utility, or device in State parks and forests as the DEP finds proper for the use and enjoyment of the lands by the public. This bill would amend the law to reflect the provisions of this bill concerning agreements related to Liberty State Park. Lastly, the bill would amend the "Hackensack Meadowlands Agency Consolidation Act" to delete the provision that provided the commission, i.e., the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, which under current law is also referred to as the "Meadowlands Regional Commission," with certain authority concerning Liberty State Park.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Raj Mukherji (D)*, John McKeon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/09/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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VA bill #HB326 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Social Work Licensure Compact; authorizes Virginia to become a signatory to Compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes Virginia to become a signatory to the Social Work Licensure Compact. The Compact allows social workers with an active and unencumbered license in a Compact member state to obtain a multistate license that authorizes practice in all other member states. The Compact establishes a governing commission, data system, and rules for participating states and licensed social workers. The bill also requires applicants for a multistate license to pay the cost of fingerprinting required by the Compact.
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Bill Summary: Social Work Licensure Compact. Authorizes Virginia to become a signatory to the Social Work Licensure Compact. The Compact allows social workers who have or are eligible for an active, unencumbered license in the compact member state where they reside to apply for a multistate license. After verifying eligibility, the social worker is granted a multistate license that authorizes practice in all other compact member states. The Compact takes effect when it is enacted by a seventh member state.
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• Introduced: 01/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jackie Glass (D)*, Amy Laufer (D)*, Bonita Anthony (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 04/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0690)
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MN bill #SF4053 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Minnesota Cooperative Housing Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Minnesota Cooperative Housing Act, which provides for the organization and operation of housing cooperatives for seniors, low and moderate income people, limited equity cooperatives, and leasing cooperatives for designated members. The bill amends various statutes to include cooperatives organized under the new Minnesota Cooperative Housing Act alongside cooperatives organized under existing chapters. Key provisions include defining cooperative terms, establishing filing and organizational requirements, governing board and member provisions, and rules around dissolution, merger, and conversion. The bill aims to facilitate the creation and operation of different types of housing cooperatives in Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to cooperatives; providing for the organization and operation of housing cooperatives for seniors, low and moderate income people, limited equity cooperatives and leasing cooperatives for designated members; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 116J.395, subdivision 3; 273.11, subdivision 8; 273.124, subdivisions 3, 3a; 290.0922, subdivision 2; 327C.095, subdivision 5; 515B.3-101; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 273.124, subdivision 6; 290.0694, subdivision 1; 290A.03, subdivision 16; 462A.38, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 308C.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Scott Dibble (D)*, Lindsey Port (D), Torrey Westrom (R), Sandy Pappas (D), Rich Draheim (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Joint rule 2.03, referred to Rules and Administration
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VA bill #SB239 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Social Work Licensure Compact; authorizes Virginia to become a signatory to Compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes Virginia to become a signatory to the Social Work Licensure Compact, which allows social workers with active, unencumbered licenses in compact member states to apply for a multistate license that authorizes practice in all other compact member states. The compact establishes requirements for state participation, eligibility for a multistate license, issuance of multistate licenses, the authority of the Interstate Compact Commission, a data system, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill also requires applicants for a multistate license to pay for the cost of fingerprinting required by the compact.
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Bill Summary: Social Work Licensure Compact. Authorizes Virginia to become a signatory to the Social Work Licensure Compact. The Compact allows social workers who have or are eligible for an active, unencumbered license in the compact member state where they reside to apply for a multistate license. After verifying eligibility, the social worker is granted a multistate license that authorizes practice in all other compact member states. The Compact takes effect when it is enacted by a seventh member state.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Ghazala Hashmi (D)*, Saddam Salim (D)*, Russet Perry (D), Suhas Subramanyam (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 04/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0704)
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MN bill #SF5099 • Last Action 04/08/2024
Trunk highway projects assessments for impacts on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled requirements modifications, technical advisory committee, and appropriation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the requirements governing the assessment of trunk highway projects for impacts on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled. It establishes a technical advisory committee to assist in the implementation of these requirements and appropriates funds from the trunk highway fund and the general fund to support the modeling, mitigation, and local compliance efforts related to the new provisions. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Expanding the scope of the assessment to cover not just individual "capacity expansion projects" but also a "portfolio" of trunk highway projects. 2. Requiring the assessment to analyze the impacts on local road systems in addition to the trunk highways. 3. Authorizing the commissioner to establish a date to implement the impact assessment on a portfolio or program of projects basis, rather than a project-by-project basis. 4. Expanding the types of "offset actions" that can be used to mitigate the impacts, including natural systems and other transportation-related strategies. 5. Establishing a technical advisory committee to assist the commissioner in implementing the requirements. 6. Appropriating funds for statewide and regional travel demand modeling, impact mitigation, and grants to support local compliance efforts. The effective dates for the various provisions range from the day following final enactment to February 1, 2025, to ensure a smooth implementation of the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to transportation; modifying requirements governing assessment of trunk highway projects for impacts on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled; establishing a technical advisory committee; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 161.045, subdivision 1; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 161.045, subdivision 3; 161.178; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 161.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Kelly Morrison (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (15:00:00 4/8/2024 )
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KY bill #SB188 • Last Action 04/05/2024
AN ACT relating to patient access to pharmacy benefits.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various Kentucky laws to establish requirements for pharmacy benefit networks, contracts, and practices. It defines key terms, mandates the filing of annual reports on pharmacy networks, sets minimum reimbursement standards for pharmacies, prohibits certain conduct by insurers and pharmacy benefit managers, and creates a complaint process for impacted parties. The bill also requires the state employee health plan and other state agencies to comply with the pharmacy-related insurance laws. Overall, the bill aims to increase transparency and fairness in the provision of pharmacy benefits in Kentucky.
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Bill Summary: Amends KRS 18A.2254 to require that the state employee health plan and state agencies comply with certain pharmacy-related insurance laws; creates new sections of Subtitle 17A of KRS Chapter 304 to define terms for pharmacy-related insurance practices, to require that insurers, pharmacy benefit managers, and other pharmacy benefits administrators establish reasonably adequate and accessible pharmacy networks, to require the filing of an annual report, to require that the insurance commissioner review pharmacy networks, to provide that information and data acquired by the Department of Insurance be considered proprietary and not subject to disclosure under open records laws, to establish requirements for certain contracts between a pharmacy or pharmacist and an insurer, a pharmacy benefit manager, or any other pharmacy benefits administrator, to establish prohibited conduct and requirements for certain pharmacy-related insurance practices, and to establish a complaint process for insureds, pharmacies, and pharmacists impacted by a violation of certain pharmacy-related insurance laws; creates a new section of Subtitle 99 of KRS Chapter 304 to authorize the insurance commissioner to order reimbursement to persons who incurred a monetary loss as a result of a violation of certain pharmacy-related insurance laws; amends KRS 304.9-053 to require certain filings; amends KRS 304.9-054 to establish requirements for pharmacy benefit manager licensure; amends KRS 304.9-055 to require that the insurance commissioner promulgate certain administrative regulations relating to pharmacy benefit managers; amends KRS 304.14-120 to require that the insurance commissioner review certain health plan filings; amends KRS 304.17A-712 to conform; amends KRS 304.17C-125 to apply certain pharmacy-related insurance laws to limited health service benefit plans, including limited health service contracts; amends KRS 304.38A-115 to apply certain pharmacy-related insurance laws to limited health service organizations; repeals KRS 304.38A-120, relating to assignment of certain benefits under limited health service organization plans, to consolidate provisions; creates a new section of KRS Chapter 315 to require reporting by ambulatory pharmacies to the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy; amends KRS 367.828 to establish certain requirements for health discount plans relating to prescription drugs; makes technical corrections to existing statutes throughout; applies various sections to contracts issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2025; and requires the insurance commissioner and the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy to promulgate implementing administrative regulations by certain dates; EFFECTIVE, in part, January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 22 : Max Wise (R)*, Stephen Meredith (R), Karen Berg (D), Gary Boswell (R), Matt Deneen (R), Don Douglas (R), Greg Elkins (R), Shelley Frommeyer (R), Rick Girdler (R), Jimmy Higdon (R), Jason Howell (R), Robby Mills (R), Gerald Neal (D), Adrienne Southworth (R), Brandon Storm (R), Reggie Thomas (D), Lindsey Tichenor (R), Robin Webb (D), Steve West (R), Phillip Wheeler (R), Mike Wilson (R), David Yates (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 07/10/2024
• Last Action: signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 104)
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KY bill #SB127 • Last Action 04/05/2024
AN ACT relating to aerospace infrastructure, making an appropriation therefor, and declaring an emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Kentucky Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense Investment Fund to provide funding for public-private partnerships to offer aviation training scholarships and aviation/aerospace equipment grants. The fund will be administered by the Council on Postsecondary Education and advised by a committee with members from the aviation and aerospace industries. The bill outlines the requirements for these partnerships, including matching funds, scholarship contract terms, and reporting. The fund will sunset in 2030 unless extended by the General Assembly.
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Bill Summary: Creates a new section of KRS Chapter 164 to define terms; establishes the Kentucky Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense Investment Fund Advisory Committee; establishes the membership of the committee; establishes the Kentucky aerospace, aviation, and defense investment fund to be administered by the Council for Postsecondary Education for the purpose of funding public and private partnerships to provide aviation training scholarships and aviation and aerospace equipment grants; requires that the portion of the fund expended toward the council’s administrative costs shall not exceed 0.5 percent of all gross moneys in the fund or $75,000 annually, whichever is less; directs the council to promulgate administrative regulations to carry out this Act; requires those administrative regulations to be submitted to the Legislative Research Commission for comment prior to filing; requires advisory committee members to abstain from voting on a matter involving a conflict of interest; requires that the council shall reserve at least 65 percent of all net moneys in the fund for partnership proposals between aviation and aerospace programs and aviation and aerospace industry partners to provide aviation training scholarships to Kentucky residents enrolled in aviation and aerospace programs; directs the council to prioritize accepting partnerships to proposals targeted to reduce the workforce demand of a specific eligible aviation or aerospace credential the council determines to be among the highest in demand in the Commonwealth; directs that a partnership shall require a written partnership contract and establishes the minimum contract requirements; directs that disbursements of moneys from the fund to support aviation training scholarships be made directly to an aviation program pursuant to the terms of the partnership contract; requires that an aviation program that enters a partnership contract solicit, accept, and review aviation training scholarship applications submitted by students enrolled in the aviation program; directs that an aviation training scholarship issued by an aviation program pursuant to a partnership contract be made directly to a recipient pursuant to a written scholarship contract between the recipient and the aviation program, and sets minimum contract requirements; directs that a grantor may place restrictions upon a contribution to the fund requiring specific criteria for an aviation training scholarship or scholarships funded by the grantor’s dedicated funds; directs that the aviation training scholarship contract grant the aviation program, the Commonwealth, or the aviation industry partner the authority to initiate recoupment proceedings for the recovery of the total amount of all aviation training scholarships awarded to an individual who fails to complete the terms of a scholarship contract; directs that the council reserve up to 35 percent of all net moneys in the fund for aviation equipment partnership contracts between public aviation training programs and aviation industry partners to provide aviation and aviation equipment grants; requires that an aviation equipment partnership require a written partnership contract between a public aviation program, aviation industry partner, and the council, and establishes minimum contract requirements; directs the council to collaborate with the advisory committee to select proposals for partnership contracts; directs that the council may prioritize designated contracts; provides that the council shall require the public aviation program to submit proof that the entire amount of the aviation equipment grant is invested in the maintenance, acquisition, or lease of aviation or aviation training equipment used by students enrolled in a public aviation training program; requires the council to submit a report to the Legislative Research Commission, and establishes minimum report requirements; sunsets the bill on June 30, 2030; and provides that this Act may be cited as the Aerospace Education Reinvestment Opportunity (AERO) Act; APPROPRIATION; EMERGENCY.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Brandon Storm (R)*, Danny Carroll (R), Matt Deneen (R), Greg Elkins (R), Shelley Frommeyer (R), Rick Girdler (R), Amanda Mays Bledsoe (R), Stephen Meredith (R), Gerald Neal (D), Brandon Smith (R), Damon Thayer (R), Reggie Thomas (D), Lindsey Tichenor (R), Robin Webb (D), David Yates (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 07/10/2024
• Last Action: signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 109)
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IL bill #HB5557 • Last Action 04/05/2024
PUBLIC ACCESS COUNSELOR DUTIES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act and the Freedom of Information Act to expand the powers of the Public Access Counselor (PAC), an official in the Office of the Attorney General. The bill allows the PAC to investigate, gather data, and report on public bodies that frequently violate these acts or court orders related to them. The PAC can also impose civil penalties on public bodies found to have violated the acts after a hearing. The bill requires the Attorney General to adopt rules to implement these new provisions, including defining "frequent violation." Additionally, the bill allows the PAC to investigate and report on public bodies that unreasonably deny Freedom of Information Act requests or fail to adequately inform requesters why their requests were denied.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act and the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that the Public Access Counselor may investigate, gather data, and report on a public body for frequent violations of the Acts or for frequent violations of court orders for failure to comply with the Acts. Additionally allows the Public Access Counselor to, under the Freedom of Information Act, investigate, gather data, and report on a public body for failure to comply with that Act, for unreasonably denying a request under that Act, and for failure to adequately inform a requester why a request is denied under that Act. Provides that the Public Access Counselor may start an investigation after receiving a complaint from a person or sua sponte. Allows the Public Access Counselor to impose civil penalties if the Public Access Counselor's investigation finds that a public body has violated the provisions after a hearing with notice to the public body with an opportunity for the public body's representative to be heard. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce a penalty imposed by filing an action in circuit court. Requires the Attorney General to adopt rules to implement the provisions, including the procedures of the investigation and hearings and defining "frequent violation".
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tracy Katz Muhl (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: House Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB5624 • Last Action 04/05/2024
OPEN MEETINGS ACT-EXCEPTIONS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to make several key changes: 1) For a 3-member public body, a "meeting" does not include a gathering of 2 members, except when gathered for a regularly scheduled meeting or to adopt any motion, resolution, or ordinance. For a 3-member body, 2 members constitute a quorum and the affirmative vote of 2 members is necessary to adopt any motion, resolution, or ordinance. 2) It allows a Police District Council to conduct a closed meeting to discuss certain topics related to public safety, individual privacy, law enforcement investigations, or other issues that pose an unreasonable risk if discussed openly. 3) It allows a public body with a maintained website to post public notice for a special meeting solely by posting on its website. 4) It adds a provision allowing Police District Councils to hold meetings, other than regularly scheduled monthly meetings, by audio or video conference without the physical presence of members, subject to certain conditions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that for a 3-member public body, "meeting" does not include a gathering of 2 members of the public body, except when gathered for a regularly scheduled meeting, or otherwise gathered to adopt any motion, resolution, or ordinance. 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. Allows a Police District Council to conduct a closed meeting if discussion of an issue of public safety concerns: (i) the privacy of individuals involved; (ii) law enforcement or official misconduct investigations involving specific individuals; or (iii) 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 the general public. Allows a public body that has a website which is maintained by full-time staff of the public body to post public notice for a special meeting solely by posting notice on its website. Adds a provision allowing Police District Councils, created pursuant to the Municipal Code of Chicago, to hold meetings (other than the required regularly scheduled monthly meetings) by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of the members, subject to specified conditions.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Ann Williams (D)*, Will Guzzardi (D), Kam Buckner (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB5021 • Last Action 04/05/2024
UTIL-BOARD ELECT PLANNING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act. It requires municipal power agencies, municipalities, and electric cooperatives to file integrated resource plans with the Illinois Power Agency every 3 years starting in 2024. These plans must provide detailed information about the utility's current and future electricity generation, storage, and demand-side programs, and outline steps to reduce customer costs and environmental impacts. The bill also provides for public participation in the integrated resource planning process, allows utilities to use independent experts to develop their plans, and imposes transparency requirements on electric cooperatives. The bill amends other laws to align with these new requirements, such as by allowing the Illinois Commerce Commission to consider a utility's integrated resource plan when evaluating eminent domain petitions. Overall, the bill aims to increase transparency and planning for municipal and cooperative electric utilities in Illinois.
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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, 2024, 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 of similar capacity and type to the facility for which the property or right or interest is sought. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*, Maura Hirschauer (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Robyn Gabel (D), Joyce Mason (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4687 • Last Action 04/05/2024
ENERGY-ADJUST BLOCK PROG & GHG
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Removes provisions related to the Adjustable Block Program and restores certain provisions of the Public Utilities Act to the form in which they existed before their amendment before both Public Act 99-906 and Public Act 102-662. It also restores certain provisions of the Environmental Protection Act regarding greenhouse gas emissions to the form in which they existed before their amendment by Public Act 102-662, and makes conforming changes in various Acts. The key provisions are: 1. Removing the Adjustable Block Program and restoring the Act to its prior form. 2. Restoring provisions of the Environmental Protection Act regarding greenhouse gas emissions to their prior form, including removing requirements for certain facilities to reduce emissions to zero by specified dates. 3. Making conforming changes in various other Acts. Overall, the bill seeks to undo changes made in prior legislation related to renewable energy programs and greenhouse gas regulations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Public Utilities Act. Removes provisions related to the Adjustable Block Program and restores certain provisions of the Act to the form in which they existed before their amendment by Public Acts 99-906 and 102-662. Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Restores certain provisions of the Act regarding greenhouse gas emissions to the form in which they existed before their amendment by Public Act 102-662. Makes conforming changes in various Acts.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tim Ozinga (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB5212 • Last Action 04/05/2024
REMOTE MEETINGS-SEVERE WEATHER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies to conduct open or closed meetings by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum, if the National Weather Service has determined that all or part of the jurisdiction of the public body is located within an area subject to a severe weather alert on the day of the meeting. This provision is similar to the existing allowance for meetings during a disaster declaration related to public health concerns. The bill outlines several requirements, such as 48-hour notice, roll call voting, and making alternative arrangements to allow public access, to ensure transparency and accessibility during these remote meetings.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that an open or closed meeting subject to the Act may be conducted by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members, if the National Weather Service has determined that all or part of the jurisdiction of the public body is located within an area that is subject to a severe weather alert on the day of the meeting. Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB5038 • Last Action 04/05/2024
SOS-MEETINGS-COURT OF CLAIMS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes the following key changes: This bill amends various state laws to require that appointed board, foundation, and council members who fail to attend 2 consecutive meetings without an excused absence will no longer serve on the board. It also requires these bodies to evenly divide their meetings between Chicago and Springfield unless good cause exists to meet in one location over the other. The bill allows for virtual participation in meetings if no final action is required under the Open Meetings Act. The bill also makes changes to the Court of Claims, allowing the clerk to administratively determine certain claims against the state and allowing the court to adopt rules for remote participation and electronic filing. Additionally, the bill extends the time period to file claims under the Crime Victims Compensation Act from 1 year to 5 years.
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Bill Summary: Amends the State Records Act, the Secretary of State Merit Employment Code, the State Library Act, the Illinois Literacy Act, the Illinois Vehicle Hijacking and Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention and Insurance Verification Act, the Illinois Vehicle Code, the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act, and the Motor Vehicle Franchise Act. Provides that an appointed Board, Foundation, or Council member who fails to attend in person 2 consecutive Board, Foundation, or Council meetings without an excused absence shall no longer serve as a member. Requires the Secretary of State to fill any vacancy by the appointment of a member for the unexpired term of the member in the same manner as in the making of original appointments. Requires the Boards to evenly divide its meetings between Chicago and Springfield unless good cause exists to meet in one location over the other. Provides that if no final action is required under the Open Meetings Act, a member may participate in the meeting by virtual presence. Amends the Court of Claims Act. Provides the court shall hold sessions at such places or remotely as it deems necessary to expedite the business of the court. Allows the court to adopt administrative rules to provide for remote participation and electronic filing in any proceeding and for the conduct of any business of the court. Allows the clerk of the court to administratively determine certain claims against the State if the claim possesses specified characteristics. Provides that one judge may decide on claims made with respect to lapsed appropriations or matters involving the award of emergency funds under the Crime Victims Compensation Act. Provides that all claims filed under the Crime Victims Compensation Act must be filed within 5 years (rather than one year) of the crime on which the claim is based. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: House Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4886 • Last Action 04/05/2024
EX INSPECTOR GENERAL-STATEMENT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act to allow an Executive Inspector General (EIG) to issue a public statement when their investigation concludes and (i) recommends systemic or procedural action, or (ii) finds reasonable cause to believe a violation occurred but believes a complaint should not be filed with the Executive Ethics Commission. The public statement can summarize the nature of the allegation, any violations found, and the EIG's recommendations, without disclosing individual names. Before issuing a public statement, the EIG must share it with the affected agency head and jurisdictional authority and allow them 10 business days to respond, with their response included in the final statement. This change is intended to provide more transparency and accountability around the EIG's investigative process and findings.
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Bill Summary: Amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act. Provides that an Executive Inspector General may issue a public statement when the Executive Inspector General concludes its investigation and (i) recommends systemic or procedural action based on the investigation or (ii) finds reasonable cause to believe that a violation has occurred and the Executive Inspector General believes that a complaint concerning the investigation should not be filed by the Attorney General with the Executive Ethics Commission. Limits the scope of a public statement that may be issued. Provides that, before issuing a public statement, the Executive Inspector General shall share the public statement with the agency head and ultimate jurisdictional authority affected by the investigation and allow the agency head and ultimate jurisdictional authority affected by the investigation a period of 10 business days to provide the Executive Inspector General with a response to the proposed public statement, which must be included with the public statement. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Fred Crespo (D)*, Dan Didech (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4988 • Last Action 04/05/2024
NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies and approves the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that enable nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. The bill provides that the Compact does not supersede existing state labor laws and that the state may not share the contents of a nationwide criminal history records check with the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or any other state. The bill also makes conforming changes to the Nurse Practice Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Nurse Practice Act. Ratifies and approves the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. Provides that the Compact does not supersede existing State labor laws. Provides that the State may not share with or disclose to the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or any other state any of the contents of a nationwide criminal history records check conducted for the purpose of multistate licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact. Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Ryan Spain (R)*, Norine Hammond (R), Tony McCombie (R), Travis Weaver (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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KY bill #HB200 • Last Action 04/05/2024
AN ACT relating to the military.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several Kentucky statutes to: - Include the United States Space Force in the definition of "Armed Forces" for purposes of veterans' benefits, military license plates, and the Kentucky Commission on Military Affairs. - Add the U.S. Army Reserve Aviation Command to the membership of the Kentucky Commission on Military Affairs. - Correct a citation in the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. - Extend the rights granted under that compact to include the children of National Guard and Reserve personnel. - Add the United States Space Force as an eligible branch of the military for a special military license plate. - Include the Legion of Merit Medal as an eligible status for special military license plates. - Require perpetual production of Legion of Merit Medal license plates by the Transportation Cabinet.
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Bill Summary: Amends KRS 40.010 and 40.400 to include the United States Space Force in the definition of “Armed Forces”; amends KRS 154.12-203 to include the United States Army Reserve Aviation Command in the membership of the Kentucky Commission on Military Affairs; amends KRS 156.730, the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, correcting a citation to federal law; amends KRS 156.735 to include the children of National Guard and Reserve personnel within the rights granted under that compact; amends KRS 186.041 to include the United States Space Force as an eligible branch of the military to request a special military license plate; amends KRS 186.162 to include the Legion of Merit Medal as an eligible status; and amends KRS 186.166 to include the Legion of Merit Medal for perpetual license plate production.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Steve Bratcher (R)*, Bill Wesley (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 07/10/2024
• Last Action: signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 100)
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IL bill #HB4709 • Last Action 04/05/2024
ELEC CD-SCHOOL POLLING PLACE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Election Code and the School Code to provide that a county board or board of election commissioners may use public school buildings as polling places only if a school board or local school council approves the use. The bill requires the county board or board of election commissioners to send a written request to the school board or local school council to use the public school building, specifying the dates and times needed. The school board or local school council must approve or deny the request within 60 calendar days. The bill also gives each school board or local school council the power to approve or deny, in accordance with their rules and policies, any request to use a school building as a polling place. The bill takes effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Election Code. Provides that the county board or board of election commissioners may use public school buildings as polling places only if a school board or a local school council approves the use of that school. Provides that, if the county board or board of election commissioners uses all convenient and available public buildings and determines that a public school building is needed as a polling place, it shall send a written request to use the public school building to the school board or local school council. Sets forth provisions concerning the contents of the request and the response to the request. Amends the School Code. Provides that each school board or local school council shall have the power to approve or deny, in accordance with the school board or local school council's rules and policies, any request of a county board or board of election commissioners to use a school building as a polling place. Makes corresponding changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Maura Hirschauer (D)*, Janet Yang Rohr (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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KY bill #HB56 • Last Action 04/05/2024
AN ACT relating to licensed professionals.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Social Work Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The compact preserves the regulatory authority of states, allows for mutual recognition of licenses between member states, supports military families, and facilitates the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information. The bill also extends the grace period for temporary licensure while applications are pending and reduces the supervision requirement for licensed psychological associates to qualify as licensed psychological practitioners.
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Bill Summary: Creates a new section of KRS Chapter 335.010 to 335.170 to declare the purpose of the Social Work Licensure Compact, to define terms, to set requirements for member states, to establish provisions for active duty military personnel or their spouses, to recognize a multistate licensure privilege to practice for regulated social workers in any member state, including practice via telehealth, to designate procedures for adverse actions against a social worker, to creates the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, to establish and elect an executive committee, to provide immunity for party states, officers, employees, or representatives of the commission acting within the compact, to require the commission to create, maintain, operate, and use a coordinated database and reporting system containing licensure, adverse actions, and investigative information on all member state licensees, to establish rulemaking procedures, to authorize the commission to attempt to resolve compact disputes that arise among member states and between member and nonmember states, to create member state compact withdrawal procedures, to include severability for any unconstitutional or misapplied compact provision, and to describe Kentucky state procedures that affect the applicability of the compact; amends KRS 319.050 and 319.064 to extend the grace period from 60 days to 180 days, allowing temporary licensure while applications are pending, and to remove outdated language; and amends KRS 319.053 to reduce the five-year supervision requirement to two years for a licensed psychological associate to qualify as a licensed psychological practitioner.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Ken Fleming (R)*, Lisa Willner (D), Tina Bojanowski (D), Steve Bratcher (R), Ruth Ann Palumbo (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 07/10/2024
• Last Action: signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 93)
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IL bill #HB4593 • Last Action 04/05/2024
PHYSICAL THERAPY COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact Act, which allows physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to hold a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states. Key provisions include: establishing the Physical Therapy Compact Commission to administer the compact, allowing active duty military personnel and their spouses to designate their home state, outlining procedures for adverse actions and disciplinary matters, setting up a data system to track licensees, and providing for rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact. The bill also amends the Illinois Physical Therapy Act to require criminal background checks for licensure applicants.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact Act. Provides that the State of Illinois ratifies and approves the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. Provides that the purpose of the Compact is to facilitate interstate practice of physical therapy with the goal of improving public access to physical therapy services, and states that the Compact preserves the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety through the current system of state licensure. In the Compact, contains provisions concerning definitions, state participation in the Compact, active duty military personnel and their spouses, adverse actions, establishment of the Physical Therapy Compact Commission, a data system, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement, date of implementation, withdrawal, construction, and severability. Amends the Illinois Physical Therapy Act. Adds a provision requiring that applicants for licensure as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant shall submit their fingerprints for the purpose of criminal history records background checks. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may adopt rules necessary to implement the amendatory provisions.
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• Introduced: 01/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Olickal (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/26/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4231 • Last Action 04/05/2024
OMA-TOURISM/CONVENTION BDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies with a geographic jurisdiction of more than 4,500 square miles, such as local workforce investment areas, tourism boards, convention center boards, and civic center boards, to count individuals who participate in interactive video conferences towards establishing a quorum at open meetings. It also exempts these public bodies from a provision requiring members to be physically present at closed meetings, allowing them to participate via video or audio conference. The bill provides additional context for public access and transparency during meetings held by interactive video conference.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. In a provision concerning the establishment of a quorum at an open meeting, specifies that a public body with a geographic jurisdiction of more than 4,500 square miles that is a local workforce investment area, tourism board, convention center board, or civic center board and that holds its open meetings by interactive video conference in public buildings throughout the State may count toward its establishment of a quorum those individuals who participate in those interactive video conferences. Specifies that a provision concerning the attendance of members of public bodies, at public meetings, by means other than their physical presence, does not apply to a public body with a geographic jurisdiction of more than 4,500 square miles that is a tourism board, convention center board, or civic center board. Currently, these two provisions are not applicable to tourism boards, convention center boards, or civic center boards.
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• Introduced: 11/14/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : David Friess (R)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 11/14/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4162 • Last Action 04/05/2024
OMA-DEFAULT RULES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow members of a public body to attend open meetings by video or audio conference, as long as they can hear and be heard by all other participating members. It removes the previous requirement that a quorum of members must be physically present at the location of the open meeting. The bill also specifies that if a member wishes to attend by video or audio conference, they must notify the recording secretary or clerk of the public body before the meeting, unless providing advance notice is impractical.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that, except as otherwise provided in the Act or any other Illinois statute (rather than except as otherwise provided in the Act), a quorum of members of a public body must be physically present at the location of an open meeting or present by video or audio conference at the open meeting (now, members must be physically present at the meeting). Provides that a member is present by video or audio conference at an open meeting if the member can hear and be heard by all other members of the body who are participating in the meeting. Specifies that, if a member wishes to attend a meeting by video or audio conference, the member must notify the recording secretary or clerk of the public body before the meeting, unless providing that advance notice is impractical for the member. Repeals existing provisions concerning the participation of public body members in open meetings by video conference or other means.
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• Introduced: 10/10/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Maurice West (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 10/10/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4292 • Last Action 04/05/2024
FOIA-JUDICIAL BRANCH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act to include the judicial branch and components of the judicial branch as "public bodies" subject to the Act. It exempts records that pertain to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders from disclosure. The bill also excludes denials of requests for records from the judicial branch or its components from the jurisdiction of the Public Access Counselor.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, for purposes of the Act, "public body" includes the judicial branch and components of the judicial branch of the State. Exempts records that pertain to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders. Excludes denials of requests of records from the judicial branch or components of the judicial branch from the jurisdiction of the Public Access Counselor.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Curtis Tarver (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/20/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4260 • Last Action 04/05/2024
FOID&CONCEALED CARRY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Card Act and the Firearm Concealed Carry Act in Illinois. It requires the Illinois State Police to provide the date and name of the mental health facility if they deny or revoke a FOID card due to the applicant being a patient of a mental health facility. It also allows an applicant to appeal to the circuit court if the Firearm Owner's Identification Card Review Board does not render a decision within 90 days of the appeal filing. Additionally, the bill reduces the cost for replacing a combined FOID card and concealed carry license to $5 if the person has changed their address. Finally, it makes conforming changes to the Firearm Concealed Carry Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that, if the Illinois State Police denies an application for or revokes and seizes a Firearm Owner's Identification Card because an individual has been a patient of a mental health facility, the notice to the applicant or card holder of denial of an application for or revocation of the person's Firearm Owner's Identification Card shall include the date or dates of admission of the person to the mental health facility and the name of the facility. Provides that, if the Firearm Owner's Identification Card Review Board does not, within 90 days of the filing of the applicant's appeal of a denial of a Firearm Owner's Identification Card or revocation of a Firearm Owner's Identification Card, render a decision on the appeal, the failure to render a decision shall constitute a rejection of the appeal, and the applicant or card holder may appeal to the circuit court for relief. Provides that the cost for replacement of a combined Firearm Owner's Identification Card and concealed carry license is $5 if the person has changed his or her address. Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act to make conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Amy Elik (R)*, Norine Hammond (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 12/07/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4402 • Last Action 04/05/2024
OPEN MTG-EMERGENCY DEFINED
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act in Illinois. It defines the terms "bona fide emergency" and "exigent circumstances," which allow a public body to allow a member to attend a meeting by other means, such as video or audio conference, if the member is prevented from physically attending due to personal illness, employment purposes, or exigent circumstances concerning a family member. The bill also outlines the requirements and restrictions for public bodies to conduct open or closed meetings by audio or video conference without a physical quorum during a declared disaster or public health emergency.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Defines the terms "bona fide emergency" and "exigent circumstances". Provides that, if a quorum of the members of a public body is physically present at a meeting, 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, among other things, exigent circumstances concerning a family member (rather than because of, among other things, a family or other emergency).
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/08/2024
• Last Action: House Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4327 • Last Action 04/05/2024
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes corresponding changes to various other laws. The key provisions of the bill are: - It repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act, eliminating the requirement for Illinois residents to obtain a FOID card to possess firearms or firearm ammunition. - It amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act to remove references to the FOID card and instead require applicants to simply not be prohibited from possessing firearms under state or federal law. - It removes the ability of the Illinois State Police to revoke or suspend FOID cards and instead allows individuals prohibited from possessing firearms to petition the Illinois State Police or a court for relief from the prohibition, with limited exceptions. - It makes conforming changes throughout the law to remove references to FOID cards and transfer procedures related to FOID cards to the concealed carry licensing process or other relevant laws. - The bill aims to align Illinois firearms laws more closely with federal law and reduce the administrative burden on law-abiding gun owners in the state.
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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: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : John Cabello (R)*, Kevin Schmidt (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4037 • Last Action 04/05/2024
COUNTIES CD-SOLAR&WIND ENERGY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Counties Code to require commercial wind and solar energy facility owners to file a land reclamation plan and a recycling plan with the Department of Agriculture prior to the required public hearing on the siting of a facility. The land reclamation plan must outline how the property will be returned to its prior state upon removal of the facility, and the recycling plan must outline how the construction materials will be recycled. Additionally, the bill prohibits siting commercial solar energy facilities on property where the soil's crop productivity index is greater than 110. The bill takes effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Counties Code. Provides that a commercial wind energy facility owner or solar energy facility owner must file a land reclamation plan and a recycling plan with the Department of Agriculture prior to the required public hearing on the siting of a facility. Provides that the land reclamation plan must outline how the property on which a facility has been constructed will be returned to the state the property existed prior to the construction of the facility upon removal of the facility. Provides that the recycling plan must outline how the material used to construct the facility will be recycled. Provides that a commercial solar energy facility may not be sited on property where the property's soil's crop productivity index is greater than 110. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 04/18/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Miller (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/18/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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MD bill #HB344 • Last Action 04/05/2024
Transportation - Vision Zero - Implementation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes certain standards and requirements for implementing the Vision Zero program under the Maryland Department of Transportation. It requires the Department to designate a coordinator to oversee the implementation of Vision Zero, who must collaborate with other state and local agencies and hold quarterly public meetings to discuss Vision Zero development and implementation issues. The bill also requires the Department to report annually to the Governor and General Assembly on the status of Vision Zero, the activities and findings of the coordinator, and a summary of the quarterly public meetings held in the previous year.
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Bill Summary: Establishing certain standards and requirements for implementing the Vision Zero program under the Maryland Department of Transportation; requiring the Department to report to the Governor and the General Assembly by December 31 each year on the status of Vision Zero, the activities, findings, and recommendations of the Vision Zero coordinator, and certain meetings held in the previous year; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 27 : Julie Palakovich Carr (D)*, Lorig Charkoudian (D), Elizabeth Embry (D), Linda Foley (D), David Fraser-Hidalgo (D), Michele Guyton (D), Aaron Kaufman (D), Mary Lehman (D), Robbyn Lewis (D), Lesley Lopez (D), Sara Love (D), Ashanti Martínez (D), Bernice Mireku-North (D), Cheryl Pasteur (D), Joseline Peña-Melnyk (D), Lily Qi (D), Sheila Ruth (D), Emily Shetty (D), Jared Solomon (D), Vaughn Stewart (D), Deni Taveras (D), Jen Terrasa (D), Joe Vogel (D), Nicole Williams (D), Greg Wims (D), Sarah Wolek (D), Chao Wu (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/03/2024
• Last Action: Rereferred to Judicial Proceedings
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IL bill #HB4434 • Last Action 04/05/2024
NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies and approves the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. The bill provides that the Compact does not supersede existing state labor laws, and that the state may not share certain criminal history record information with the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or other states.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Nurse Practice Act. Ratifies and approves the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. Provides that the Compact does not supersede existing State labor laws. Provides that the State may not share with or disclose to the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or any other state any of the contents of a nationwide criminal history records check conducted for the purpose of multistate licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/11/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB4642 • Last Action 04/05/2024
COUNSELING COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Counseling Compact Act, which allows the State of Illinois to enter into the Counseling Compact. The Compact's purpose is to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors, with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. The bill sets out provisions concerning the privilege to practice, obtaining a new home state license, active duty military personnel, telehealth, adverse actions, the Counseling Compact Commission, data systems, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill also amends the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act to require the Professional Counselor Licensing and Disciplinary Board to submit a report with recommendations for statutory and budgetary changes, and to modify Board and Department of Financial and Professional Regulation rules to comply with the Counseling Compact requirements.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Counseling Compact Act. Provides that the State of Illinois enters into the Counseling Compact. Specifies that the Compact's purpose is to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. Sets out provisions concerning the privilege to practice, obtaining a new home state license, active duty military personnel, telehealth, adverse actions, Counseling Compact Commission, data systems, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement. Contains other provisions concerning the Commission, the Compact, and the procedures governing participating in and construction of the Compact. Amends the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act. Requires the Professional Counselor Licensing and Disciplinary Board to submit a report to the General Assembly with recommendations of any statutory changes and budgetary changes needed to comply with the requirements of the Counseling Compact. Requires the Board and Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to modify, if needed, Board and Department rules to comply with the requirements of the Counseling Compact. Provides that the changes to the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Lindsey LaPointe (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/31/2024
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB1134 • Last Action 04/05/2024
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. The key provisions are: - Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes conforming changes to various other Acts. - Allows a person prohibited from possessing a firearm under the Criminal Code of 2012 to petition the Director of the Illinois State Police or a circuit court for relief from the prohibition, with certain exceptions. - Requires the Illinois State Police to act as the Illinois Point of Contact for the National Instant Criminal Background Check System and report certain information to the system. - Provides a dial-up telephone system or other technology for firearm dealers, gun show promoters, and gun show vendors to conduct background checks on firearm transfers. - Makes various other changes related to the sale, possession, and regulation of firearms in Illinois. The bill aims to repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and make other changes to the laws governing firearms in the state.
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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: 01/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Miller (R)*, Paul Jacobs (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/12/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB2620 • Last Action 04/05/2024
FOIA-DEADLINES, LICENSE PLATES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act in Illinois. It changes the definition of a "recurrent requester" by reducing the number of requests required to be considered a recurrent requester. The bill also extends the deadlines for public bodies to respond to requests, from 5 business days to 15 business days, and from 21 days to 30 days for requests made for commercial purposes. Additionally, the bill exempts from disclosure records related to the location or operation of automated license plate recognition systems and the data generated by those systems.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Changes the definition of "recurrent requester" to mean a person who, in the 12 months immediately preceding the request, has submitted to the same public body (i) a minimum of 40 (instead of 50) requests for records, (ii) a minimum of 10 (instead of 15) requests for records within a 30-day period, or (iii) a minimum of 5 (instead of 7) requests for records within a 7-day period. Requires a public body to either comply with or deny a request for public records, or to invoke its right to an extension of the deadline to produce the records, within 15 (instead of 5) business days after its receipt of the request. Extends the deadline to respond to a request made for a commercial purpose from 21 to 30 days. Exempts from disclosure records related to the location or operation of an automated license plate recognition system and records containing data generated or stored by those systems.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Stephanie Kifowit (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3164 • Last Action 04/05/2024
OPEN MEETING-TOWNSHIP TRAINING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow elected or appointed members of a public body in a township to satisfy the required training by participating in a course of training sponsored or conducted by an organization that represents townships created under the Township Code. The course of training must cover topics such as the legal requirements for open meetings, the applicability of the Act, procedures for quorums, notice, and record-keeping, as well as the requirements for holding open and closed meetings and the consequences for non-compliance. If an organization that represents townships provides this training, it must issue a certificate of course completion to each member who successfully completes the training.
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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: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 21 : Jennifer Sanalitro (R)*, C.D. Davidsmeyer (R), Brad Stephens (R), Mike Coffey (R), Joe Sosnowski (R), Anthony DeLuca (D), Jason Bunting (R), Amy Grant (R), Marty McLaughlin (R), Dave Vella (D), Norine Hammond (R), Brad Fritts (R), Dan Ugaste (R), Bob Rita (D), Harry Benton (D), Mike Marron (R), John Egofske (R), Chris Miller (R), Dan Swanson (R), Charlie Meier (R), Dan Caulkins (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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MA bill #H2429 • Last Action 04/04/2024
Establishing an elected and appointed board for the Hampden County Regional Retirement System
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an elected and appointed board for the Hampden County Regional Retirement System. The board will consist of seven members, six of whom are elected and one appointed by the treasurers of the system's member agencies. The administrators, who are appointed by the chief elected official or governing body of each member agency, will be responsible for electing three of the board members and approving changes to the system's bylaws. The bill outlines the specific election process for the board members and the initial staggered terms of the elected members. It also requires the board to create or direct the creation of bylaws for the organization, which must be ratified by a two-thirds vote of the administrators. The bill aims to provide more oversight and accountability for the Hampden County Regional Retirement System.
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Bill Summary: Relative to establishing an elected and appointed board for the Hampden County Regional Retirement System. Public Service.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Ashe (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see H4518
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MN bill #SF4132 • Last Action 04/04/2024
Open meeting law noncompliance sanctions increase
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens sanctions for noncompliance with the open meeting law in Minnesota. It amends various sections of the law to increase civil penalties for intentional violations, allow courts to remove individuals from public bodies after three violations, and provide for the award of reasonable costs and attorney fees to prevailing plaintiffs in certain cases. The bill also requires public bodies to record closed meetings held under the attorney-client privilege exception and allows courts to review those recordings in camera.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to open meeting law; strengthening sanctions for noncompliance with the open meeting law; providing a civil action; providing civil penalties; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13D.05, subdivisions 1, 3; 13D.06, subdivisions 1, 3, 4.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Nicole Mitchell (D)*, John Marty (D), Cal Bahr (R), Jim Carlson (D), Susan Pha (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/21/2024
• Last Action: Author added Pha
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VA bill #SB88 • Last Action 04/04/2024
Law-enforcement and jail officers; various changes to provisions related to decertification.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various changes to the provisions related to decertification of law-enforcement officers and jail officers. The key provisions are: - The Department of Criminal Justice Services may conduct decertification review hearings in accordance with the Administrative Process Act. The findings and decision of the Department may be appealed to the Board, and the final administrative decision of the Board may then be appealed and reviewed by a court. - Records provided to the Board or Department for the purposes of decertification of an identifiable law-enforcement officer or jail officer, and meetings concerning such decertification, may be withheld from public disclosure. - The Department may grant continuances of decertification review proceedings in certain circumstances, and an officer may remain decertified during such continuances unless the Department finds continued decertification would cause manifest injustice. - The bill allows for decertification of an officer who is terminated or resigns for an act that compromises the officer's credibility, integrity, or honesty, or that constitutes exculpatory or impeachment evidence in a criminal case. - The bill requires notification to the Department within 48 hours of the completion of an internal investigation leading to an officer's termination or resignation in certain circumstances. - The bill makes persons in recruit or field training who have committed an act that would be a basis for decertification ineligible for certification. - The Department must establish standards and procedures for reinstatement of certification of a decertified officer. - The Department is directed to adopt emergency regulations to implement the provisions of the bill.
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Bill Summary: Decertification of law-enforcement officers and jail officers. Makes various changes to the provisions related to decertification of law-enforcement officers and jail officers. The bill provides that the Department of Criminal Justice Services may conduct decertification review hearings in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Process Act. The bill provides that the findings and decision of the Department may be appealed to the Board and that the final administrative decision of the Board may be then appealed and reviewed by a court. The bill also provides that records provided to the Board or Department for the purposes of decertification of an identifiable law-enforcement officer or jail officer may be withheld from the public in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and those meetings concerning the decertification of an identifiable law-enforcement or jail officer may be closed. The bill also allows the Department to grant a continuance of any informal fact-finding conference or formal hearing upon motion by the decertified officer or his counsel or the Attorney General for good cause shown. The bill requires an officer to remain decertified during a period of continuance of any informal fact-finding conference or formal hearing for a pending criminal charge unless the Department finds the officer's continued decertification may cause circumstances that constitute a manifest injustice to the officer, in which case the officer's certification may be reinstated during the period of continuance until the conviction becomes final. Current law allows the Board, when an officer's conviction has not become final, to decline to decertify such officer after considering the likelihood of irreparable damage to the officer if such officer is decertified during the pendency of an ultimately successful appeal, the likelihood of injury or damage to the public if the officer is not decertified, and the seriousness of the offense. Additionally, the bill allows for the decertification of an officer who is terminated or resigns for an act committed while in the performance of his duties that compromises an officer's credibility, integrity, or honesty or that constitutes exculpatory or impeachment evidence in a criminal case. The bill also provides that persons who are currently in a recruit or field training status and have committed an act that would be any basis for decertification are ineligible for certification. The bill also specifies that the required notification to the Department related to an officer being terminated or resigning (i) for engaging in serious misconduct; (ii) while such officer is the subject of a pending internal investigation involving serious misconduct; or (iii) for an act committed while in the performance of his duties that compromises an officer's credibility, integrity, or honesty or constitutes exculpatory or impeachment evidence in a criminal case shall be within 48 hours of completion of an internal investigation. Under current law, such notification is required to be within 48 hours of the termination or resignation. The bill also requires the Department to establish standards and procedures for when the Department may grant a petition for reinstatement of certification of a decertified officer. The bill directs the Department to adopt emergency regulations to implement the provisions of the bill. Decertification of law-enforcement officers and jail officers. Makes various changes to the provisions related to decertification of law-enforcement officers and jail officers. The bill provides that the Department of Criminal Justice Services may conduct decertification review hearings in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Process Act. The bill provides that the findings and decision of the Department may be appealed to the Board and that the final administrative decision of the Board may be then appealed and reviewed by a court. The bill also provides that records provided to the Board or Department for the purposes of decertification of an identifiable law-enforcement officer or jail officer may be withheld from the public in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and those meetings concerning the decertification of an identifiable law-enforcement or jail officer may be closed. The bill also allows the Department to grant a continuance of any informal fact-finding conference or formal hearing upon motion by the decertified officer or his counsel or the Attorney General for good cause shown. The bill requires an officer to remain decertified during a period of continuance of any informal fact-finding conference or formal hearing for a pending criminal charge unless the Department finds the officer's continued decertification may cause circumstances that constitute a manifest injustice to the officer, in which case the officer's certification may be reinstated during the period of continuance until the conviction becomes final. Current law allows the Board, when an officer's conviction has not become final, to decline to decertify such officer after considering the likelihood of irreparable damage to the officer if such officer is decertified during the pendency of an ultimately successful appeal, the likelihood of injury or damage to the public if the officer is not decertified, and the seriousness of the offense. Additionally, the bill allows for the decertification of an officer who is terminated or resigns for an act committed while in the performance of his duties that compromises an officer's credibility, integrity, or honesty or that constitutes exculpatory or impeachment evidence in a criminal case. The bill also provides that persons who are currently in a recruit or field training status and have committed an act that would be any basis for decertification are ineligible for certification. The bill also specifies that the required notification to the Department related to an officer being terminated or resigning (i) for engaging in serious misconduct; (ii) while such officer is the subject of a pending internal investigation involving serious misconduct; or (iii) for an act committed while in the performance of his duties that compromises an officer's credibility, integrity, or honesty or constitutes exculpatory or impeachment evidence in a criminal case shall be within 48 hours of completion of an internal investigation. Under current law, such notification is required to be within 48 hours of the termination or resignation. The bill also requires the Department to establish standards and procedures for when the Department may grant a petition for reinstatement of certification of a decertified officer. The bill directs the Department to adopt emergency regulations to implement the provisions of the bill.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mamie Locke (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 04/04/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0494)
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MN bill #SF5307 • Last Action 04/04/2024
Simplifying supportive housing resources working group establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a working group to simplify access, eligibility, and administration of state-funded supportive housing resources for people experiencing homelessness. The working group will include representatives from various state agencies, nonprofits, and local governments, and will study programs such as the housing support program, long-term homeless supportive services, and the housing trust fund. The group will make recommendations to streamline these resources and submit a final report with proposed legislation by November 27, 2024. The working group will expire upon submission of the report or January 10, 2025, whichever is later.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to homelessness; establishing a working group on simplifying supportive housing resources; providing for appointments; requiring a report.
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• Introduced: 04/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Zaynab Mohamed (D)*, Liz Boldon (D), Jim Abeler (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Housing and Homelessness Prevention
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MN bill #HF4120 • Last Action 04/04/2024
Open Meeting Law modified.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Open Meeting Law in Minnesota. It requires public bodies, to the extent practical, to allow people to monitor meetings that are open to the public from a remote location. The bill also specifies that if a public body offers a public comment period, it must be part of the meeting and held during the meeting. Additionally, the location of the meeting must serve as the location where members of the public can deliver in-person public comments, though the public body may also allow public comments from a remote location.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to open meetings; modifying the Open Meeting Law; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 13D.01, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 13D.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Erin Koegel (D)*, Kristin Bahner (D), Jess Hanson (D), Heather Edelson (D), Samakab Hussein (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Author added Hussein
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MN bill #HF4025 • Last Action 04/04/2024
Minnesota Advisory Council on Infrastructure established, office powers and duties specified, implementation provided, reports required, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Minnesota Advisory Council on Infrastructure, specifying its powers, duties, and responsibilities. The council will be responsible for identifying best practices to preserve and effectively manage the state's public and private infrastructure, with a focus on coordination across jurisdictions, improving efficiency, and enhancing infrastructure longevity. The bill provides for the council's composition, implementation activities, and an annual reporting requirement to the governor and legislative committees. It also appropriates funds to the commissioner of administration to support the council's operations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to infrastructure; establishing the Minnesota Advisory Council on Infrastructure; specifying office powers and duties; providing for implementation; requiring reports; appropriating money; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 16B.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Erin Koegel (D)*, Brion Curran (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Joint rule 2.03 waived
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KS bill #SB491 • Last Action 04/04/2024
Standardizing criminal history record check fingerprinting language and defining who may be fingerprinted for a criminal history record check.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill standardizes criminal history record check fingerprinting language and defines who may be fingerprinted for a criminal history record check. The key provisions of the bill are: 1. It allows criminal justice agencies, such as law enforcement, to require applicants for employment to be fingerprinted and have their fingerprints submitted to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal history record check. The bill allows these agencies to use the information obtained to verify the applicant's identification and determine their qualifications and fitness for employment. 2. It lists the specific state and local government agencies, commissions, and other entities that are authorized to receive criminal history record information from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation for purposes of determining initial and continuing qualifications of licensees, registrants, permit holders, certificate holders, applicants, and employees. The bill specifies the types of criminal history information that can be obtained and used by these entities. 3. It allows certain governmental agencies, other than criminal justice agencies, to require individuals to be fingerprinted and have their fingerprints submitted for a state and national criminal history record check. The bill authorizes these agencies to use the information to verify the individual's identification and determine their qualifications and fitness for employment, licensure, registration, certification, or to serve as an agent, owner, director, or officer of a licensee. 4. The bill also includes provisions related to the confidentiality of criminal history record information received under the act and restrictions on its disclosure or use for unauthorized purposes. Overall, the bill aims to standardize and clarify the criminal history record check requirements and procedures across various state and local government entities in Kansas.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning criminal history and record checks; relating to the Kansas bureau of investigation; standardizing fingerprinting requirements and making conforming amendments across statutes that authorize fingerprinting; defining people to be fingerprinted; amending K.S.A. 2-3901, 2-3902, 2-3906, 2-3907, 2-3911, 7-127, 8- 2,142, 9-508, 9-509, 9-513e, 9-1719, 9-1722, 9-2201, 9-2209, 9-2301, 9-2302, 12- 1,120, 12-1679, 16a-6-104, 17-2234, 19-826, 39-969, 39-970, 39-2009, 40-5502, 40- 5504, 41-311b, 46-1103, 46-3301, 65-503, 65-1501a, 65-1505, 65-1696, 65-2401, 65- 2402, 65-2802, 65-2839a, 65-28,129, 65-2901, 65-3503, 65-4209, 65-5117, 73- 1210a, 74-1112, 74-2113, 74-4905, 74-50,182, 74-50,184, 74-5605, 74-5607, 74- 7511, 74-8704, 74-8705, 74-8763, 74-8769, 74-8803, 74-8805, 74-8806, 74-9802, 74-9804, 74-9805, 75-712, 75-7b01, 75-7b04, 75-7b21, 75-7e01, 75-7e03, 75-3707e, 75-4315d, 75-5133c, 75-5156, 75-53,105, 75-5609a and 75-7241 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 40-4905, 40-5505, 41-102, 50-6,126, 50-1128, 58-3035, 58-3039, 58-4102, 58- 4127, 58-4703, 58-4709, 65-516, 65-1120, 65-1626, 65-2924, 65-3407, 65-6129, 74- 5602, 74-8702, 74-8802, 74-8804, 75-7c02, 75-7c05, 75-5393a, 75-5393c and 75- 5397f and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Judiciary
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/28/2024
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 4, 2024
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CA bill #SB1393 • Last Action 04/03/2024
Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation Appeals Advisory Committee.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to establish the Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation Appeals Advisory Committee to review appeals of denied requests for exemptions from the requirements of the Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation. The committee would include representatives from various state agencies, local government, private fleet owners, the electric vehicle industry, and electrical corporations. The committee would be required to meet monthly, with recordings of its meetings made publicly available. The committee would consider appeals and make recommendations to CARB within 60 days, and CARB would be required to consider the committee's recommendations at a public meeting within 60 days after receiving them.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 6 (commencing with Section 43850) to Chapter 4 of Part 5 of Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to air resources.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Roger Niello (R)*, Juan Alanis (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: April 3 set for first hearing. Failed passage in committee. (Ayes 3. Noes 1. Page 3468.) Reconsideration granted.
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VA bill #HB581 • Last Action 04/03/2024
Human trafficking; attorneys for the Commonwealth to establish multidisciplinary response teams.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires attorneys for the Commonwealth in each political subdivision in Virginia to coordinate the establishment of multidisciplinary human trafficking response teams. These teams must hold an annual meeting to discuss implementation of protocols and policies, establish and review guidelines for responding to various forms of human trafficking, and review protocols for trauma-informed, victim-centered collection and preservation of evidence from physical evidence recovery kit examinations. The bill also provides that the Virginia Freedom of Information Act shall not apply to these human trafficking response teams, with certain exceptions.
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Bill Summary: Human trafficking response teams. Requires attorneys for the Commonwealth to establish multidisciplinary human trafficking response teams. The bill provides that each team shall hold a meeting, at least annually, to (i) discuss implementation of protocols and policies; (ii) establish and review guidelines for the community's response to various forms of human trafficking, including sex trafficking and labor trafficking; and (iii) review protocols for the trauma-informed, victim-centered collection, preservation, and secure storage of evidence from physical evidence recovery kit examinations. The bill also provides that the Virginia Freedom of Information Act shall not apply to human trafficking response teams, with certain exceptions. Human trafficking response teams. Requires attorneys for the Commonwealth to establish multidisciplinary human trafficking response teams. The bill provides that each team shall hold a meeting, at least annually, to (i) discuss implementation of protocols and policies; (ii) establish and review guidelines for the community's response to various forms of human trafficking, including sex trafficking and labor trafficking; and (iii) review protocols for the trauma-informed, victim-centered collection, preservation, and secure storage of evidence from physical evidence recovery kit examinations. The bill also provides that the Virginia Freedom of Information Act shall not apply to human trafficking response teams, with certain exceptions.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Shelly Simonds (D)*, Josh Cole (D)*, Michael Feggans (D)*, Josh Thomas (D)*, Rod Willett (D)*, Nadarius Clark (D), Anne Ferrell Tata (R), Vivian Watts (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 04/03/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0366)
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AZ bill #SB1173 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Licensed professional counselors; compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Licensed Professional Counselor Compact, which facilitates interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. The compact establishes requirements for member states, including licensing and regulation of counselors, participation in a data system, and recognition of counselors' privileges to practice in remote states. It creates the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact, and provides for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms. The compact becomes effective when ten states enact it into law, and allows member states to withdraw after six months' notice.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 32, chapter 33, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding article 6.1; relating to licensed professional counselors.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 24 : David Gowan (R)*, Ken Bennett (R), Sonny Borrelli (R), Flavio Bravo (D), Eva Burch (D), Frank Carroll (R), Sine Kerr (R), J.D. Mesnard (R), Catherine Miranda (D), Janae Shamp (R), T.J. Shope (R), Michael Carbone (R), Lupe Diaz (R), John Gillette (R), Matt Gress (R), Gail Griffin (R), Alma Hernández (D), Lydia Hernandez (D), David Livingston (R), Teresa Martinez (R), Steve Montenegro (R), Quang Nguyen (R), Marcelino Quiñonez (D), Amish Shah (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/05/2024
• Last Action: Chapter 77
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MS bill #HB1453 • Last Action 04/02/2024
"Investing in the Needs of Students to Prioritize, Impact and Reform Education (INSPIRE) Act of 2024"; create.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled the "Investing in the Needs of Students to Prioritize, Impact and Reform Education (INSPIRE) Act of 2024", establishes a new funding formula called "Investing in the Needs of Students to Prioritize, Impact and Reform Education (INSPIRE)" to replace the previous "Mississippi Adequate Education Program (MAEP)". The key provisions of this bill are: 1. It defines various terms related to the new funding formula, including "student base amount", "final weighted enrollment", and different student populations that will be weighted (e.g. low income, English Language Learners, special education, gifted, career/technical education). 2. It establishes that beginning in fiscal year 2025, the new INSPIRE funding formula will be used to calculate the total amount of operational funding, both state and local, for public schools in Mississippi. 3. It sets the initial student base amount at $6,650 per student, with annual adjustments after the expiration of "hold harmless" provisions for certain school districts. 4. It details the formula for calculating the final weighted enrollment for each school district and charter school, applying various weights to the average daily membership. 5. It requires the use of average daily membership rather than average daily attendance for funding calculations, and provides a process for reconciling enrollment projections with actual enrollment. 6. It requires the State Department of Education to review the special education disability tiers and make recommendations related to an IEP-based funding model, as well as to report data on English Language Learners. 7. It allows school districts full autonomy in spending INSPIRE funds, subject to applicable state and federal laws and regulations. 8. It establishes a process for determining the local contribution required from each school district and charter school toward the INSPIRE funding formula. 9. It requires school districts to adhere to certain student-teacher ratios and provides for potential funding reductions for noncompliance. 10. It directs the State Department of Education to review its rules and regulations to identify any that indirectly create a fiscal impact on school districts and revise them to further district autonomy. 11. It includes various transitional provisions, such as hold harmless funding and limitations on changes to the state share of funding over the next three fiscal years. The bill also makes conforming amendments throughout the Mississippi Code to replace references to the "Mississippi Adequate Education Program (MAEP)" with the new "Investing in the Needs of Students to Prioritize, Impact and Reform Education (INSPIRE)" terminology and funding formula.
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Bill Summary: An Act Relating To The Funding Of Public Education In The State Of Mississippi; To Create New Section 37-151-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish A New Funding Formula To Be Known As The "investing In The Needs Of Students To Prioritize, Impact And Reform Education (inspire) Act Of 2024"; To Create New Section 37-151-203, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define Certain Terms; To Create New Section 37-151-205, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Uniform Funding Formula To Be Used In Calculating School District And Charter School Funding Beginning With The 2024-2025 School Year And To Prescribe The Formula; To Create New Section 37-151-207, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prescribe The Student Base Amount; To Create New Section 37-151-209, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish Various Weights To Be Applied To The Base Amount For Students Who Are Low Income Students, English Language Learners, Eligible For Special Education Services, Gifted, Enrolled In Career And Technical Education, And Residing In Sparsely Populated School Districts; To Create New Section 37-151-211, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Student Enrollment And Attendance Figures To Be Determined On The Basis Of Average Daily Membership; To Create New Section 37-151-213, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The State Department Of Education To Review The Special Education Disability Tiers And Make Recommendations Relating To The Use Of An Iep-based Funding Model For Special Education Services; To Require The Department To Report Data Regarding English Language Learners To Certain Legislative Committees; To Require The State Board Of Education To Make Periodic Recommendations To The Legislature Relating To The Student Base Amount And The Funding Formula; To Create New Section 37-151-215, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That A School District Or Charter School Has Autonomy, Subject To Regulatory And Statutory Restrictions, In The Spending Of All Funds Allocated To That School District Or Charter School Regardless Of The Count Of Students In Weighted Student Categories; To Create New Section 37-151-217, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Tax Assessors To File Certain Reports With The State Department Of Education And To Require The Department To Calculate Districts' Required Minimum Millage And The Contribution To The Cost Of The Funding Formula Required Of Each School District And Charter School; To Create New Section 37-151-219, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require School Districts To Adhere To Student-teacher Ratios Determined According To State Accreditation Standards; To Create New Section 37-151-221, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The State Department Of Education To Review Rules And Regulations Of The Department And State Board Of Education Which Indirectly Create A Fiscal Impact On School Districts And To Revise Such Rules And Regulations As Appropriate To Further District Autonomy; To Require The Department To Make Recommendations To The Legislature For Related Statutory Revisions; To Create New Section 37-151-223, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish Limitations On State Funding Increases And Decreases For School Districts Under The Funding Formula During Each Of The Next Three Fiscal Years; To Create A Task Force To Examine Whether Districts Held Harmless And "f" Rated Districts Would Benefit From Consolidation; To Amend Sections 37-57-1, 37-57-104, 37-57-105 And 37-57-107, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relate To School District Taxation, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; To Amend Section 37-61-33, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Requirement That A Portion Of Education Enhancement Funds Be Distributed To School Districts To Fund Capital Improvements Projects; To Amend Section 27-65-75, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Required Deposit Of Sales Tax Revenue Into The Educational Facilities Revolving Loan Fund; To Bring Forward Section 27-67-31, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Requires A Portion Of The State Use Taxes To Be Deposited Into The School Ad Valorem Tax Reduction Fund And The Education Enhancement Fund, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 27-115-85, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Requires A Portion Of The Funds In The Lottery Proceeds Fund To Be Paid Into The Education Enhancement Fund, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Amend Sections 1-3-26, 7-7-211, 19-9-157, 19-9-171, 25-4-29, 27-25-706, 27-33-3, 27-39-317, 29-3-47, 29-3-49, 29-3-113, 29-3-137, 31-7-9, 31-7-10, 37-1-3, 37-3-11, 37-3-83, 37-7-208, 37-7-301, 37-7-302, 37-7-303, 37-7-307, 37-7-319, 37-7-333, 37-7-339, 37-7-419, 37-9-17, 37-9-18, 37-9-23, 37-9-25, 37-9-33, 37-9-35, 37-9-37, 37-9-77, 37-11-11, 37-13-63, 37-13-64, 37-13-69, 37-15-38, 37-16-3, 37-17-6, 37-17-17, 37-19-7, 37-21-6, 37-21-7, 37-22-5, 37-23-1, 37-23-15, 37-23-69, 37-23-109, 37-23-179, 37-27-55, 37-27-57, 37-28-5, 37-28-53, 37-28,55, 37-29-1, 37-29-272, 37-29-303, 37-31-13, 37-31-75, 37-35-3, 37-37-3, 37-41-7, 37-45-49, 37-47-9, 37-47-24, 37-47-25, 37-47-33, 37-61-3, 37-61-5, 37-61-7, 37-61-19, 37-61-29, 37-61-35, 37-61-37, 37-68-7, 37-131-7, 37-131-9, 37-131-11, 37-151-9, 37-151-81, 37-151-85, 37-151-87, 37-151-89, 37-151-91, 37-151-93, 37-151-95, 37-151-97, 37-151-99, 37-151-101, 37-151-103, 37-151-105, 37-151-107, 37-173-9, 37-173-13, 37-175-13, 37-179-3, 37-181-7, 41-79-5, 43-17-5 And 65-26-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; To Repeal Section 37-13-153, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Required State Funding For Home Economics Teachers To Be Included As A Line Item In The Education Appropriations Bills For Certain Prior Fiscal Years; To Repeal Sections 37-151-1, 37-151-5, 37-151-6, 37-151-7, 37-151-7.1, 37-151-8, 37-151-10, 37-151-77, 37-151-79 And 37-151-83, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Define Certain Terms And Prescribe The Formula And Certain Requirements Under The Mississippi Adequate Education Program (maep); To Repeal Section 37-152-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Creates The Commission On Restructuring The Mississippi Adequate Education Program (maep); And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Rob Roberson (R)*, Kent McCarty (R)*, Dana McLean (R)*, Jansen Owen (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB419 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Health care certificate of need law; bring forward code sections related to.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill brings forward various sections of the Mississippi Health Care Certificate of Need Law of 1979 related to the administration and supervision of the state's health planning and certificate of need program. It defines key terms like "affected person," "capital expenditure," and "health care facility," and outlines the authority and responsibilities of the State Department of Health in overseeing the program, including assessing fees, conducting reviews, and enforcing violations. The bill also addresses appeals processes, stay of proceedings, and other procedural matters. Overall, this bill aims to update and clarify the state's health planning laws and regulations.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Bring Forward Sections 41-7-171, 41-7-173, 41-7-175, 41-7-183, 41-7-185, 41-7-187, 41-7-188, 41-7-189, 41-7-190, 41-7-191, 41-7-193, 41-7-195, 41-7-197, 41-7-201, 41-7-202, 41-7-205, 41-7-207, 41-7-209, 23-15-625, 25-41-7, 35-1-19, 41-3-15, 41-4-18, 41-9-11, 41-9-23, 41-9-68, 41-9-209, 41-9-210, 41-71-7, 41-71-19, 41-73-5, 41-75-1, 41-75-5, 41-75-9, 41-75-25, 41-77-1, 41-77-5, 41-77-21, 41-77-23, 41-77-25, 41-95-3, 43-11-9, 43-11-19, 57-117-5, 41-9-311, 43-13-117.5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hank Zuber (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/18/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB177 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Dietician Licensure Compact; create.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Dietitian Licensure Compact into law, allowing Mississippi to join with other states that have also adopted the compact. The compact aims to facilitate interstate practice of dietetics, improving public access to dietetics services while preserving the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety. Key provisions include establishing the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, allowing for compact privileges that function similarly to licenses, setting requirements for participating states and licensees, and outlining procedures for adverse actions, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact. The bill also makes conforming amendments to existing Mississippi law regarding dietitian licensure.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact Into Law The Dietitian Licensure Compact And Provide That The State Of Mississippi Enters The Compact With Other States That Join In The Compact; To Amend Sections 73-10-3, 73-10-7, And 73-10-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Becky Currie (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MO bill #HB1720 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Modifies provisions of the sunshine law
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions of the Missouri Sunshine Law, which governs public access to government records and meetings. The key changes include: 1) Requiring public disclosure of certain information related to legal actions, real estate transactions, and personnel decisions by public bodies, with some exceptions; 2) Allowing public bodies to close records related to security measures, investigative techniques, and computer systems to protect public safety; 3) Allowing public bodies to close records containing individual customer usage and billing information for municipally-owned utilities, as well as certain records related to minors held by local governments. The bill aims to balance transparency with protecting sensitive information.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions of the sunshine law
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Falkner (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: SCS Voted Do Pass (S)
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MN bill #HF1005 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Nurse Licensure Compact created, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Nurse Licensure Compact in Minnesota, which allows nurses to hold a multistate license that authorizes them to practice nursing in any party state. The bill defines key terms related to the compact, such as "adverse action," "home state," and "multistate license." It outlines the general provisions and jurisdiction of the compact, including the requirements for obtaining and retaining a multistate license. The bill also establishes the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to administer the compact and provides for its financing, rule-making authority, and oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms. The bill appropriates funds to the Minnesota Board of Nursing to implement the new law.
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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: 01/30/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Joe Schomacker (R)*, Natalie Zeleznikar (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/27/2023
• Last Action: Author added Zeleznikar
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MS bill #HB1662 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Workforce development; revise certain provisions related to.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill seeks to make several changes to education policies and programs in Mississippi, including: 1. Modifying the directive of the Office of Workforce Development to implement a long-term career coaching program in middle and high schools, rather than just piloting the program. 2. Revising the eligibility requirements for the Mississippi Allied Health College and Career Navigator Grant Program, allowing the Office of Workforce Development to establish the requirements. 3. Creating the Individual Training Account Workforce Reinforcement Assistance (ITA-WRAP) Program, which will provide education and training to citizens seeking employment in high-wage, high-demand industries with workforce shortages. 4. Authorizing the Executive Director of the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services to grant paid internships to students pursuing undergraduate degrees to become rehabilitation or benefit program specialists. 5. Making various other changes to education laws, including provisions related to computer science curriculum, school bus safety curriculum, dyslexia education, and the establishment of certain commissions and advisory bodies. The bill aims to improve workforce development, career training, and education programs in Mississippi in order to meet the state's economic and employment needs.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 37-73-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Modify The Directive Of The Office Of Workforce Development From Piloting A Career Coaching Program In Middle Schools And High Schools, To Implementing Such Program For The Long Term; To Amend Section 37-153-209, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Qualification Of The Mississippi Allied Health College And Career Navigator To Provide That The Office Of Workforce Development Shall Promulgate Rules And Regulations On The Eligibility Requirements Of The Navigators; To Create New Section 37-153-223, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Create The Individual Training Account Workforce Reinforcement Assistance (ita-wrap) Program, Which Shall Be Directed By The Office Of Workforce Development For The Purpose Of Providing Education And Training To Citizens Seeking Employment In High-wage, High-demand Industries With Documented Workforce Shortages Prioritized By The Office; To Provide For Definitions; To Provide That The Department Of Employment Security Shall Serve As Fiscal Agent In Administering The Funds; To Create A New Section Of Law To Authorize The Executive Director Of The Mississippi Department Of Rehabilitation Services To Grant A Paid Internship To Students Pursuing Junior Or Senior Undergraduate-level Year Coursework Toward A Bachelor's Degree In A Program That Qualifies The Individual To Become A Rehabilitation Specialist Or A Benefit Program Specialist Within The Mississippi Department Of Rehabilitation Services; To Provide That The Funds May Be Used For Tuition, Books And Related Fees; To Provide The Requirements To Be Eligible And Remain Eligible For The Internship; To Provide The Terms Of The Internship; To Bring Forward Sections 37-16-17, 37-1-3, 37-13-9, 37-17-3, 37-17-5, 37-17-6, 37-73-9, 37-1-4, 37-1-9, 37-1-11, 37-3-2, 37-3-4, 37-3-49, 37-3-59, 37-3-67, 37-3-79, 37-3-83, 37-3-89, 37-3-93, 37-3-95, 37-3-107, 37-4-3, 37-4-5, 37-4-11, 37-4-15, 37-7-301, 37-7-307, 37-7-335, 37-7-345, 37-7-346, 37-7-403, 37-7-407, 37-7-707, 37-7-1001, 37-9-1, 37-9-79, 37-9-201, 37-9-251, 37-11-54, 37-12-5, 37-13-6, 37-13-10, 37-13-19, 37-13-60, 37-13-60.1, 37-13-91, 37-13-92, 37-13-131, 37-13-133, 37-13-134, 37-13-135, 37-13-171, 37-13-173, 37-13-175, 37-13-193, 37-13-195, 37-13-205, 37-13-207, 37-13-211, 37-14-3, 37-15-38, 37-15-39, 37-16-3, 37-17-8, 37-17-12, 37-17-13, 37-17-15, 37-18-1, 37-18-5, 37-19-9, 37-21-7, 37-21-51, 37-21-53, 37-23-31, 37-23-69, 37-23-127, 37-23-137, 37-23-143, 37-23-145, 37-23-147, 37-23-193, 37-23-195, 37-23-197, 37-23-201, 37-23-203, 37-25-29, 37-27-1, 37-27-51, 37-27-93, 37-28-7, 37-28-15, 37-28-43, 37-28-47, 37-29-163, 37-29-165, 37-29-167, 37-29-169, 37-29-171, 37-29-232, 37-29-271, 37-29-272, 37-31-69, 37-31-73, 37-31-79, 37-31-103, 37-33-171, 37-33-173, 37-33-259, 37-33-261, 37-33-263, 37-35-9, 37-41-27, 37-43-1, 37-43-2, 37-43-19, 37-43-21, 37-43-31, 37-43-59, 37-45-1, 37-45-3, 37-45-5, 37-45-7, 37-45-9, 37-45-13, 37-45-15, 37-45-17, 37-45-19, 37-45-21, 37-45-23, 37-45-25, 37-45-27, 37-45-29, 37-45-31, 37-45-33, 37-45-35, 37-45-37, 37-45-41, 37-45-43, 37-45-45, 37-45-47, 37-45-49, 37-45-51, 37-45-57, 37-45-59, 37-47-1, 37-47-9, 37-47-27, 37-47-33, 37-47-35, 37-47-57, 37-47-61, 37-47-65, 37-47-67, 37-51-3, 37-51-7, 37-51-13, 37-51-17, 37-67-1, 37-69-3, 37-69-5, 37-69-7, 37-71-3, 37-71-9, 37-73-7, 37-99-1, 37-101-241, 37-101-243, 37-106-71, 37-106-75, 37-115-51, 37-133-5, 37-135-15, 37-138-7, 37-138-9, 37-138-11, 37-138-13, 37-138-14, 37-138-15, 37-138-17, 37-138-19, 37-138-21, 37-138-23, 37-139-3, 37-140-3, 37-140-5, 37-141-3, 37-141-7, 37-144-3, 37-144-5, 37-144-11, 37-146-3, 37-146-5, 37-146-7, 37-147-7, 37-149-1, 37-151-5, 37-151-9, 37-151-10, 37-151-25, 37-151-59, 37-151-61, 37-151-67, 37-151-75, 37-151-77, 37-151-83, 37-152-1, 37-153-3, 37-153-5, 37-153-7, 37-153-9, 37-153-11, 37-153-13, 37-153-15, 37-153-57, 37-153-59, 37-153-61, 37-153-205, 37-153-215, 37-154-1, 37-154-3, 37-155-103, 37-161-5, 37-161-7, 37-163-1, 37-169-1, 37-169-3, 37-169-5, 37-173-5, 37-173-21, 37-175-21, 37-177-5, 37-177-17, 37-177-21, 37-179-3, 37-181-5, 37-181-17, 37-1-2, 37-3-46, 37-7-337, 37-9-13, 37-11-64, 37-13-80.1, 37-17-1, 37-17-11, 37-17-17, 37-18-3, 37-18-7, 37-19-10, 37-23-1, 37-28-23, 37-28-33, 37-37-13, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Donnie Bell (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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RI bill #H7429 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Changes the requirements of quarterly meetings of the board to monthly meetings. The chairperson of the board would be the commissioner or acting commissioner of the office of energy resources.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill changes the requirements of quarterly meetings of the board to monthly meetings. The chairperson of the board would be the commissioner or acting commissioner of the office of energy resources. This act would take effect upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would change the requirements of quarterly meetings of the board to monthly meetings. The chairperson of the board would be the commissioner or acting commissioner of the office of energy resources. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Michael Chippendale (R)*, Sherry Roberts (R)*, Bob Quattrocchi (R)*, Brian Rea (R)*, Brian Newberry (R)*, George Nardone (R)*, David Place (R)*, Jon Brien (I)*, Barbara Ann Fenton Fung (R)*, Camille Vella Wilkinson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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VA bill #HB943 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Voter registration; protected voter status, elections officials.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the list of individuals eligible for "protected voter status" to include members of local electoral boards, general registrars, deputy registrars, employees in the office of a general registrar, and officers of election. These individuals can now provide a post office box address instead of their residence address to be included on voter registration records, voter lists, and absentee voter lists. The bill also requires the Department of Elections to provide a means for these individuals to update their registration information to obtain this protected status.
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Bill Summary: Voter registration; protected voter status; elections officials. Adds to the list of protected voters any person serving as a member of a local electoral board, a general registrar, a deputy registrar or employee in an office of a general registrar, or an officer of election. Protected voters are permitted by law to provide on the application for voter registration, in addition to the voter's residence street address, a post office box address located within the Commonwealth to be included on (i) lists of registered voters and persons who voted, (ii) voter registration records made available for public inspection, and (iii) lists of absentee voter applicants.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Irene Shin (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0309)
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AK bill #HB133 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Public Meetings: Exempt Muni Svc Area Bds
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill exempts municipal service area boards from the requirements of the Open Meetings Act, which generally requires governmental bodies to hold public meetings. The bill removes the previous exemption that only applied to municipal service area boards meeting "solely to act on matters that are administrative or managerial in nature." This change means that all meetings of municipal service area boards will now be exempt from the Open Meetings Act, regardless of the nature of the matters being discussed.
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Bill Summary: An Act exempting municipal service area boards from the requirements of the Open Meetings Act; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/27/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Jesse Sumner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/27/2023
• Last Action: House Community & Regional Affairs Hearing (08:00:00 4/2/2024 Barnes 124)
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MS bill #SB2713 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Regional health authorities; create the Delta Regional Health Authority.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Mississippi Rural Regional Health Authority Act of 2024, which creates the Delta Regional Health Authority to address the health care needs of the Mississippi Delta region. The key provisions of the bill are: This bill establishes the Mississippi Rural Regional Health Authority Act of 2024 to create the Delta Regional Health Authority, a public and governmental body that will be a political subdivision of the state. The authority will have broad powers to develop efficient and cost-effective methods to provide health care services, collaborate with other public and private entities, and consolidate with other hospitals and providers, with state action immunity from antitrust laws. The authority's governing board will be appointed by the Governor and Lieutenant Governor and the participating community hospitals will be governed by the authority board rather than the existing community hospital laws. The authority will be treated as a non-state governmental hospital for Medicaid purposes and the Division of Medicaid is directed to create a supplemental payment program to support the authority's essential services and operations.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Be Known As The Mississippi Rural Regional Health Authorities Act Of 2024; To Declare The Legislative Intent Regarding The Purpose Of Regional Health Authorities; To Create The Delta Regional Health Authority; To Provide For The Appointment Of The Governing Board Of Such Authority; To Provide For Participation Agreements Between The Regional Health Authority And The Owners Of Community Hospitals For The Hospitals To Participate In The Regional Health Authority; To Provide That Participating Community Hospitals Will No Longer Be Governed By The Community Hospital Laws But Will Be Governed By The Authority Board; To Provide That The Authority Board May Appoint A Chief Executive Officer Of The Authority; To Specify The Powers And Duties Of The Chief Executive Officer; To Provide That The Authority Board Shall Have All Of The Powers, Authority, Rights, Privileges And Immunities Conferred On The Owners And The Boards Of Trustees Of Community Hospitals; To Prescribe Additional Powers And Duties Of The Regional Health Authority; To Provide That The Authority Shall Be Deemed A "governmental Entity" And "political Subdivision" For The Purpose Of The Tort Claims Act; To Authorize The Authority To Participate In The Public Employees' Retirement System As A Political Subdivision; To Provide That The Regional Health Authority Shall Be Treated As A Nonstate Governmental Hospital And Shall Have All Rights, Privileges And Entitlements Of A Nonstate Governmental Hospital For Purposes Of The Mississippi Medicaid Program; To Direct The Division Of Medicaid To Create And Implement A Supplemental Payment Program To Support The Essential Services And Operations Of The Delta Regional Health Authority; To Provide That Any Consolidation Or Collaboration Involving A Regional Health Authority And Other Public, Private Or Nonprofit Hospitals, Health Care Facilities Or Providers Shall Be Immune From Liability Under The Federal And State Antitrust Or Competition Laws To The Fullest Extent Allowed By Law; To Amend Sections 11-46-1, 41-7-173, 41-13-11, 41-13-15, 41-13-19, 41-13-35, 41-13-47 And 41-13-101, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provisions; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Parker (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2628 • Last Action 04/02/2024
Mississippi Capitol Region Utility Act; enact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Mississippi Capitol Region Utility Act to establish the Mississippi Capitol Region Utility Authority. The authority will be responsible for ensuring safe, clean, and reliable water and wastewater systems for citizens in the central region of Mississippi, including the capital city of Jackson. The bill outlines the powers and duties of the authority, including acquiring and operating the water and wastewater systems, setting rates, and issuing bonds. The authority will be governed by a board of directors appointed by the Mayor of Jackson, the Jackson City Council, the Governor, and the Lieutenant Governor. The bill also allows the authority to enter into contracts with public agencies and provides for the financing and taxation of the authority's activities.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact The Mississippi Capitol Region Utility Act; To Establish The Mississippi Capitol Region Utility Authority; To Provide For The Appointment Of A President And A Board Of Directors For Such Authority; To Clarify The Powers And Duties Of Such Board; To Ensure Access To Safe, Clean And Reliable Water And Wastewater Systems For The Citizens Of Central Mississippi; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Parker (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/13/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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OK bill #HB3819 • Last Action 04/01/2024
Professions and occupations; Uniform Building Code Commission Act; definitions; vice-chair duties; Commission powers and duties; training; energy payback.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission Act. It adds a definition for the term "payback period", which refers to the time it takes for a system, design, or project to generate the amount of energy used to produce it. The bill also modifies the duties of the Commission's vice-chair, allowing them to set agenda items. Additionally, it clarifies that building trades professionals may attend the training provided by the Commission, and the Commission must offer this training regionally at no cost to participants. The bill also requires the Commission to promulgate rules for residential single-family construction that either include a payback period analysis or explain why a payback period is not applicable. Moreover, the Commission is prohibited from adopting any proposed energy code or amendment for residential single-family construction that does not have a payback period of seven years or less, unless a payback period does not apply.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to professions and occupations; defining term; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 1000.22, 1000.23, and 1000.24, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 56, O.S.L. 2023 (59 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 1000.24), which relate to the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission Act; adding vice- chair duties; modifying Commission powers and duties; clarifying who may attend training provided by the Commission; and creating energy payback requirements; and providing for codification.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lonnie Sims (R)*, Joe Newhouse (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Reported Do Pass as amended Business and Commerce committee; CR filed
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OK bill #SB1948 • Last Action 04/01/2024
County purchasing; allowing county purchasing agents to purchase from remaining bidders for a price at or below bid price. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma state law to allow county purchasing agents to purchase from the remaining bidders for a price at or below the original bid price, even if the original low bidder is unable to fulfill the order. The bill also updates various statutory references and language related to county purchasing procedures. The changes are intended to provide more flexibility for counties when the original low bidder cannot complete a purchase. The bill will take effect on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: 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. 2023, Sections 1501 and 1505), which relate to county purchasing agents and procedures; removing certain references; changing certain procedures relating to bidders; updating statutory language; updating statutory reference; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jack Stewart (R)*, Josh Cantrell (R)*, Denise Crosswhite Hader (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/03/2024
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass County and Municipal Government Committee
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MA bill #S828 • Last Action 04/01/2024
Relative to the rights of faculty members at the University of Massachusetts
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 4 of Chapter 75 of the General Laws to provide additional rights to faculty members at the University of Massachusetts during executive sessions held by the Board of Trustees to consider the award of tenure. The key provisions include: (1) requiring the Board to notify the faculty member in writing at least 48 hours prior to the proposed executive session, with the ability to waive this notification by agreement; (2) allowing the faculty member to be present during the discussion or consideration of their tenure; (3) allowing the faculty member to have counsel or a representative present to advise them; and (4) allowing the faculty member to speak on their own behalf. The bill also clarifies that the Board of Trustees may hold executive sessions to consider the award of honorary degrees.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to the rights of faculty members at the University of Massachusetts. Higher Education.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Pat Jehlen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules
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CA bill #AB2523 • Last Action 04/01/2024
Needle and syringe exchange services.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would make changes to the existing law that authorizes needle and syringe exchange programs in California. The key provisions are: 1. The bill would authorize clean needle and syringe exchange projects in any city, county, or city and county that chooses to participate, rather than requiring specific actions by local governing bodies. 2. The State Department of Public Health would be required to authorize entities to provide these services after receiving approval from the participating local jurisdiction, rather than consulting with local health and law enforcement officials. 3. The Department would be prohibited from authorizing a needle exchange program without the approval of the local jurisdiction. 4. The Department would be required to send notices about the programs to the affected city, county, or city and county, rather than the local health officer. 5. The biennial reports on the programs would be provided to the local jurisdiction, rather than the local health officer. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the authorization and oversight of needle and syringe exchange programs by shifting more control to the local participating jurisdictions.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 121349, 121349.1, and 121349.3 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to public health.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Patterson (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/21/2024
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on HEALTH.
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RI bill #S2452 • Last Action 03/28/2024
Provides that compensation comparability studies of senior management, documents discussed at an open meeting, annual contracting reports, list of current salaries and positions, and all policies and procedures of public corporations be made public.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require public corporations in Rhode Island to make certain information publicly available, including compensation comparability studies and current salaries of senior management, all documents discussed at open meetings, annual contracting reports, a list of current salaries and positions, and any and all policies and procedures established by the board. This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability of public corporations in the state.
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Bill Summary: This act would provide that compensation comparability studies of senior management and current salaries, all documents discussed at an open meeting, annual contracting reports, list of current salaries and positions, and any and all policies and procedures of board members of public corporations be made publicly available. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jake Bissaillon (D)*, Lou DiPalma (D)*, Mark McKenney (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/12/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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RI bill #S2256 • Last Action 03/28/2024
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: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous changes to the access to public records act in Rhode Island. Key provisions include: - Clarifying that the law applies to the police department of any private educational institution employing special police officers or peace officers. - Expanding the definition of "public record" to include certain electronic communications and information, while also clarifying exemptions related to personal privacy, trade secrets, law enforcement records, and other categories. - Requiring public bodies to make documents discussed at open meetings available, and establishing procedures for public record requests, including allowing requests to be submitted in various formats. - Increasing the civil fines for knowing/willful and reckless violations of the law, and allowing for additional penalties like per-day fines and damages. - Making certain traffic accident data and preferred license plate information public, despite federal protections. - Allowing 911 call recordings to be released in certain circumstances, such as upon request by the caller or subject of the call. Overall, the bill aims to expand public access to government records and increase accountability for violations of the open records law.
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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 record 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. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Lou DiPalma (D)*, Frank Ciccone (D)*, Walter Felag (D)*, Sue Sosnowski (D)*, Joshua Miller (D)*, Alana DiMario (D)*, Ryan Pearson (D)*, Val Lawson (D)*, Dawn Euer (D)*, Hanna Gallo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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MA bill #S321 • Last Action 03/28/2024
To ensure charter school transparency and public accountability
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to ensure charter school transparency and public accountability. It includes several key provisions: 1. Requiring charter schools to make their original application, charter agreement, and governing board member information publicly available online. Board members must also file financial disclosure reports and identify any conflicts of interest. 2. Mandating that charter school governing board meetings be held in the district, be open to the public, and have minutes and other information posted online. 3. Designating charter school employees as public employees for purposes of liability and collective bargaining, and ensuring due process rights for employees. 4. Subjecting charter schools to state laws on public records, meetings, and freedom of information, with sanctions for non-compliance. 5. Requiring charter schools to comply with state laws on parent and educator advisory councils, and to post management service contracts online. 6. Prohibiting charter management organizations from having members on the governing boards of the schools they serve, and requiring charter schools to independently select their attorneys, accountants, and auditors. 7. Establishing enrollment and student retention monitoring, an ombudsman office, and a student identification system to track mobility and ensure charter schools are not excluding or discouraging certain students. 8. Mandating transparency around student discipline policies, actions, and outcomes, and setting standards to avoid discriminatory practices. The bill also includes provisions to enhance the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's oversight and verification of charter school waitlists, data reporting, and innovative program development.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to ensure charter school transparency and public accountability. Education.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Susan Moran (D)*, Vanna Howard (D), Jamie Eldridge (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see S2662
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KS bill #HB2587 • Last Action 03/28/2024
Authorizing the board of directors for a drainage district to hold a meeting in executive session in accordance with the open meetings act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to authorize the board of directors of a drainage district to hold executive sessions in accordance with the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The bill allows the board to meet in executive session, while maintaining the requirement that all other board meetings be open to the public. The bill also repeals the existing section of the law related to drainage district board meetings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning drainage districts; relating to the governance thereof; authorizing the board of directors of such districts to hold executive sessions in accordance with the open meetings act; amending K.S.A. 24-416 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Local Government
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/22/2024
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Friday, March 29, 2024
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WA bill #SB5180 • Last Action 03/28/2024
Revised for Passed Legislature: Concerning the licensure and employment of out-of-state teachers.Original: Adopting the interstate teacher mobility compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, which aims to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states. The key provisions are: - It creates a streamlined pathway for teachers to obtain licenses in other member states, with exceptions for active military members and their spouses. - It establishes an Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission to administer the compact, including promulgating rules, sharing disciplinary information, and providing a framework for dispute resolution. - It amends existing state law to prevent the nonrenewal of teaching contracts for provisional teachers who are licensed under the compact but have not completed certain required training. The bill is intended to support the relocation of teachers, enhance the ability of states and districts to hire qualified teachers, and maintain state sovereignty in regulating the teaching profession.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the licensure and employment of out-of-state 2 teachers; amending RCW 28A.405.220; and adding a new chapter to Title 3 28A RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 01/05/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Sam Hunt (D)*, Brad Hawkins (R), Mark Mullet (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 63
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 6/6/2024.
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MA bill #S2139 • Last Action 03/28/2024
Relative to municipal light plants
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to exempt municipal lighting plants and municipal aggregators from the public records and open meeting requirements when disclosing certain trade secrets, confidential, or proprietary information could adversely affect their ability to conduct business. The bill provides an exception to the public disclosure requirements if the municipal entity determines that such disclosure would negatively impact their customers or their business operations. This change aims to protect sensitive information and allow municipal energy providers to operate more efficiently.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 4 : John Keenan (D)*, Jake Oliveira (D), Robyn Kennedy (D), Jay Barrows (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules
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VA bill #HB1133 • Last Action 03/28/2024
Virginia College Savings Plan; renamed Commonwealth Savers Plan.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the Virginia College Savings Plan as the Commonwealth Savers Plan. The Commonwealth Savers Plan is a state-run program that helps individuals and families save for higher education expenses and disability expenses. The bill makes various changes to the definitions, governance, reporting, and oversight of the Plan. Key provisions include: - Renaming the "Virginia College Savings Plan" to the "Commonwealth Savers Plan" - Clarifying the definitions of various account types, contributors, and beneficiaries - Establishing an 11-member governing board for the Plan - Requiring the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission to oversee and evaluate the Plan - Requiring the Plan to submit annual reports on its investment programs and actuarial soundness - Allowing taxpayers to designate their state tax refund to be contributed to a Commonwealth Savers Plan account Overall, this bill focuses on updating the name and providing more oversight and transparency for the state's college and disability savings program.
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Bill Summary: Virginia College Savings Plan; renamed Commonwealth Savers Plan. Renames the Virginia College Savings Plan as the Commonwealth Savers Plan.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Betsy Carr (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/28/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0217)
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WA bill #SB5796 • Last Action 03/28/2024
Concerning common interest communities.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act (UCIOA), which governs common interest communities like condominiums, cooperatives, and homeowners' associations in Washington state. The key provisions of this bill include: - Allowing the board of an association to amend the governing documents to remove unlawful restrictions, such as those based on race, gender, or disability, without a vote of the unit owners. - Revising the provisions in UCIOA related to master associations, including allowing a unit owners association to delegate powers to a master association without amending the declaration. - Prohibiting unit owners from acquiring title by adverse possession or easement by prescription of common elements. - Allowing a declarant to exercise certain "special declarant rights" through an involuntary transfer, such as foreclosure, and clarifying the obligations and liabilities of successor declarants. - Making various other changes to provisions in UCIOA related to meetings, voting, assessments and collections, amendments, and other operational aspects of common interest communities. The bill also includes conforming amendments to other laws referencing the previous condominium and homeowners' association statutes, and sets forth an applicability and transition plan for when the new UCIOA provisions will take effect. Overall, the bill aims to update and modernize the laws governing common interest communities in Washington.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to common interest communities; amending RCW 2 64.90.085, 64.90.105, 64.90.300, 64.90.310, 64.90.450, 64.90.480, 3 64.90.520, 64.90.010, 64.90.065, 64.90.100, 64.90.225, 64.90.240, 4 64.90.260, 64.90.270, 64.90.285, 64.90.290, 64.90.405, 64.90.410, 5 64.90.420, 64.90.425, 64.90.445, 64.90.455, 64.90.485, 64.90.485, 6 64.90.495, 64.90.510, 64.90.515, 64.90.570, 64.90.605, 64.90.610, 7 64.90.635, 64.90.640, 7.60.110, 18.85.151, 36.70A.699, 43.185B.020, 8 46.61.419, 58.17.040, 59.18.200, 59.18.650, 61.24.030, 61.24.031, 9 61.24.040, 61.24.165, 61.24.190, 64.35.105, 64.35.405, 64.35.505, 10 64.35.610, 64.50.010, 64.50.040, 64.50.050, 64.55.005, 64.55.010, 11 64.55.070, 64.55.090, 64.55.120, 64.55.130, 64.60.010, 64.70.020, 12 82.02.020, 82.04.4298, 64.32.260, 64.34.076, 64.38.095, 64.90.075, 13 64.90.080, and 64.90.095; reenacting and amending RCW 7.60.025 and 14 64.06.005; adding new sections to chapter 64.90 RCW; recodifying RCW 15 64.90.075, 64.90.080, and 64.90.095; repealing RCW 64.32.010, 16 64.32.020, 64.32.030, 64.32.040, 64.32.050, 64.32.060, 64.32.070, 17 64.32.080, 64.32.090, 64.32.100, 64.32.110, 64.32.120, 64.32.130, 18 64.32.140, 64.32.150, 64.32.160, 64.32.170, 64.32.180, 64.32.190, 19 64.32.200, 64.32.210, 64.32.220, 64.32.230, 64.32.240, 64.32.250, 20 64.32.260, 64.32.270, 64.32.280, 64.32.290, 64.32.300, 64.32.310, 21 64.32.320, 64.32.330, 64.32.900, 64.32.910, 64.32.920, 64.34.005, 22 64.34.010, 64.34.020, 64.34.030, 64.34.040, 64.34.050, 64.34.060, 23 64.34.070, 64.34.073, 64.34.076, 64.34.080, 64.34.090, 64.34.100, ESSB 5796.SL 1 64.34.110, 64.34.120, 64.34.200, 64.34.202, 64.34.204, 64.34.208, 2 64.34.212, 64.34.216, 64.34.220, 64.34.224, 64.34.228, 64.34.232, 3 64.34.236, 64.34.240, 64.34.244, 64.34.248, 64.34.252, 64.34.256, 4 64.34.260, 64.34.264, 64.34.268, 64.34.272, 64.34.276, 64.34.278, 5 64.34.280, 64.34.300, 64.34.304, 64.34.308, 64.34.312, 64.34.316, 6 64.34.320, 64.34.324, 64.34.328, 64.34.332, 64.34.336, 64.34.340, 7 64.34.344, 64.34.348, 64.34.352, 64.34.354, 64.34.356, 64.34.360, 8 64.34.364, 64.34.368, 64.34.372, 64.34.376, 64.34.380, 64.34.382, 9 64.34.384, 64.34.386, 64.34.388, 64.34.390, 64.34.392, 64.34.394, 10 64.34.395, 64.34.396, 64.34.397, 64.34.398, 64.34.400, 64.34.405, 11 64.34.410, 64.34.415, 64.34.417, 64.34.418, 64.34.420, 64.34.425, 12 64.34.430, 64.34.435, 64.34.440, 64.34.442, 64.34.443, 64.34.445, 13 64.34.450, 64.34.452, 64.34.455, 64.34.460, 64.34.465, 64.34.470, 14 64.34.900, 64.34.910, 64.34.930, 64.34.931, 64.34.940, 64.34.950, 15 64.38.005, 64.38.010, 64.38.015, 64.38.020, 64.38.025, 64.38.028, 16 64.38.030, 64.38.033, 64.38.034, 64.38.035, 64.38.040, 64.38.045, 17 64.38.050, 64.38.055, 64.38.057, 64.38.060, 64.38.062, 64.38.065, 18 64.38.070, 64.38.075, 64.38.080, 64.38.085, 64.38.090, 64.38.095, 19 64.38.100, 64.38.110, 64.38.120, 64.38.130, 64.38.140, 64.38.150, 20 64.38.160, 58.19.010, 58.19.020, 58.19.030, 58.19.045, 58.19.055, 21 58.19.120, 58.19.130, 58.19.140, 58.19.180, 58.19.185, 58.19.190, 22 58.19.265, 58.19.270, 58.19.280, 58.19.300, 58.19.920, 58.19.940, 23 64.04.055, and 64.90.090; providing effective dates; and providing an 24 expiration date. 25
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• Introduced: 12/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Jamie Pedersen (D)*, Ann Rivers (R), Patty Kuderer (D), T'wina Nobles (D), Sharon Shewmake (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 04/02/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 6/6/2024*.
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TN bill #HB2401 • Last Action 03/27/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2, Chapter 13, relative to selection of candidates for United States senator.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a process for the majority and minority party caucuses of the Tennessee General Assembly to nominate candidates for United States Senator. The process becomes operable when the incumbent senator declines to run for re-election, loses a re-election bid, or a vacancy is created in the office. The bill specifies that the majority and minority party caucuses must nominate candidates in an open meeting and establish a mechanism for citizens to have their names placed in nomination. The bill also prohibits a person who does not win the nomination as a candidate for the majority or minority party from qualifying as an independent or write-in candidate in the general election.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, creates a process for the majority and minority party caucuses of the general assembly to nominate candidates for United States senator; provides that such process becomes operable for each respective senatorial seat when the respective incumbent declines to run for re-election, loses a re-election bid, or a vacancy is created in the office. - Amends TCA Title 2, Chapter 13.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Susan Lynn (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Elections & Campaign Finance Subcommittee of Local Government Committee
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OK bill #HB3542 • Last Action 03/27/2024
State government; creating the Oklahoma Fusion Center; providing for the separation of the Oklahoma Counter Terrorism Intelligence Center from the Department of Public Safety; codification; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Fusion Center, a new state agency that will be separate from the Department of Public Safety. The bill transfers all funds, property, personnel, and obligations from the existing Oklahoma Counter Terrorism Intelligence Center to the new Fusion Center. It establishes the Oklahoma Fusion Center Commission, an advisory body that will oversee the Fusion Center, and outlines the powers and duties of both the Commission and the Fusion Center itself. The bill also creates a revolving fund for the Fusion Center to receive and expend funds as needed. The changes are set to take effect on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; creating the Oklahoma Fusion Center; providing for the separation of the Oklahoma Counter Terrorism Intelligence Center from the Department of Public Safety; transferring all funds and property to new agency; allowing personnel to retain employment positions and status; authorizing agency to contract with the Office of Management and Enterprise Services for payroll and administrative services; directing the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to coordinate the transfer of property and personnel; abolishing certain division within the Department of Public Safety upon completion of transfer; creating the Oklahoma Fusion Center Commission; providing for membership; requiring appointments within certain time frame; stating manner by which members serve their terms; designating the Executive Director as ex officio member and Secretary; providing for the selection of a chair and vice-chair; providing quorum requirement; providing exemption from dual office- holding prohibition; stating powers and duties of the Commission; allowing reimbursement for certain expenses; establishing meeting and vacancy requirements; providing for clerical staff and meeting space; directing the Commission to comply with the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, Oklahoma Open Records Act, and the Administrative Procedures Act; stating powers and duties of the Oklahoma Fusion Center; providing for the appointment of an Executive Director; stating qualifications; authorizing the appointment of assistants and personnel; creating the Oklahoma Fusion Center Revolving Fund; providing sources of funds; providing for use of funds; prescribing procedures for expenditures; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : John Pfeiffer (R)*, Darrell Weaver (R)*, Ty Burns (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/14/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Public Safety Committee then to Appropriations Committee
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TN bill #SB1667 • Last Action 03/26/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5, Chapter 6, Part 1 and Title 8, Chapter 44, relative to the county mayor.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Tennessee's laws to specify that the county mayor is not considered a member of the county commission for the purposes of compliance with the Open Meetings Act. It clarifies that the county mayor serves as a non-voting ex officio member of the county legislative body and its committees, boards, and authorities, except as otherwise provided by law or the legislative body. The bill aims to clarify the county mayor's role and relationship with the county commission regarding open government requirements.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, specifies that the county mayor is not a member of the county commission for purposes of compliance with the Open Meetings Act. - Amends TCA Title 5, Chapter 6, Part 1 and Title 8, Chapter 44.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Jack Johnson (R)*, Ken Yager (R), John Stevens (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/25/2024
• Last Action: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 580
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RI bill #H7817 • Last Action 03/26/2024
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, 2025, and a final report by January 5, 2026, and expire on February 5, 2026.)
Status: Dead
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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, 2025, And A Final Report By January 5, 2026, And Expire On February 5, 2026.)
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• Introduced: 03/01/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Stephen Casey (D)*, Tom Noret (D)*, Bob Phillips (D)*, Jon Brien (I)*, Michael Chippendale (R)*, Alex Finkelman (D)*, Alex Marszalkowski (D)*, Matthew Dawson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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TN bill #HB1921 • Last Action 03/26/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5, Chapter 6, Part 1 and Title 8, Chapter 44, relative to the county mayor.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated to specify that the county mayor is not a member of the county commission for the purposes of complying with the state's Open Meetings Act. It clarifies that the county mayor serves as a non-voting ex officio member of the county legislative body and its committees, boards, and authorities, but is not considered a member of the county legislative body under the Open Meetings Act.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, specifies that the county mayor is not a member of the county commission for purposes of compliance with the Open Meetings Act. - Amends TCA Title 5, Chapter 6, Part 1 and Title 8, Chapter 44.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : William Lamberth (R)*, G.A. Hardaway (D), Mark Cochran (R), Larry Miller (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 03/25/2024
• Last Action: Effective date(s) 03/15/2024
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SD bill #HB1259 • Last Action 03/26/2024
Appropriate money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and for common schools.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and for common schools. The bill covers a wide range of state agencies and departments, with detailed line-item appropriations for their personal services, operating expenses, and full-time equivalent (FTE) positions. The bill also includes various fund transfers, reimbursement rates for state board and commission members, and other related provisions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT
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• Introduced: 03/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Signed by the Governor on March 26, 2024 H.J. 514
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MN bill #SF4108 • Last Action 03/26/2024
Minnesota Advisory Council on Infrastructure establishment and appropriation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Minnesota Advisory Council on Infrastructure, an independent state agency with the purpose of defining and maintaining a vision for the future of Minnesota's infrastructure. The council will have both voting and non-voting members, with the voting members required to have expertise in areas like asset management and financial management. The council is tasked with identifying best practices to preserve and manage infrastructure, developing a statewide asset managers program, and submitting annual reports to the governor and legislature. The bill also appropriates funds for implementation of the council and its activities.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to infrastructure; establishing the Minnesota Advisory Council on Infrastructure; specifying office powers and duties; providing for implementation; requiring reports; appropriating money; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 15.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Grant Hauschild (D)*, Rob Kupec (D), Heather Gustafson (D), Jim Carlson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (11:00:00 3/26/2024 )
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NY bill #A09644 • Last Action 03/26/2024
Constitutes chapter 28-A of the consolidated laws as the interstate authorities law; continues all operations of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey; repeals chapters relating to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill constitutes chapter 28-A of the consolidated laws as the interstate authorities law and continues all operations of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. The key provisions are: - It repeals various laws relating to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, consolidating and updating the laws governing the Port Authority. - It establishes the Port Authority as a body corporate and politic with powers to purchase, construct, lease and operate terminal and transportation facilities within the port district. - It sets forth the governance structure of the Port Authority, including the appointment and duties of commissioners, officers, and committees. - It requires the Port Authority to hold open meetings, provide public notice and access, and file minutes with the legislatures of New York and New Jersey. - It authorizes the Port Authority to establish rules and regulations, and sets forth various administrative and operational procedures. - It provides for the Port Authority to be treated as an "agency" under the laws of New York and New Jersey for purposes of public records and disclosure. - It requires the Port Authority to conduct needs assessments and hold public hearings prior to increasing tolls or fares. - It requires the Port Authority to provide reports on its subsidiaries, finances, and capital plans. - It addresses various other matters related to the Port Authority's powers, duties, and operations. The bill is intended to modernize and streamline the laws governing the Port Authority to support its role in developing and operating critical transportation and economic infrastructure in the New York-New Jersey metropolitan region.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to repeal chapter 154 of the laws of 1921 relating to the port authority of New York and New Jersey; to repeal chapter 43 of the laws relating to the development of the port of New York; to repeal chapter 47 of the laws of 1931 relating to bridges and tunnels in New York and New Jersey; to repeal chapter 700 of the laws of 1927 relating to the veto power of the governor; to repeal chapter 48 of the laws of 1931 regulating the use of revenues received by the port of New York authority from or in connection with the operation of terminal and transportation facilities relating thereto; to repeal chapter of the laws of 1931 relating to payment of a fair and reasonable sum by the port authority; to repeal chapter 876 of the laws of 1935 relating to the payment of a fair and reasonable sum for a change in grade; to repeal chapter 203 of the laws of 1938 relating to the sale of real property acquired by the port authority; to repeal chapter 163 of the laws of 1945 relating to motor truck terminals; to repeal chapter 352 of the laws of 1946 relating to monies for preliminary studies upon the interstate vehicular bridges known as the Outerbridge crossing, the Goethals bridge and the Bayonne bridge; to repeal chapter 443 of the laws of 1946 relating to the financing and effectuating of a motor bus terminal by the port authority; to repeal chapter 631 of the laws of 1947 relating to the development of marine terminals by the port authority; to repeal chapter 802 of the laws of 1947 relating to the financing of air terminals by the port authority; to repeal chapter 819 of the laws of 1947 relating to the port authority's ability to exercise the right of eminent domain; to repeal chapter 301 of the laws of 1950 relating to suits against the port authority; to repeal chapter 774 of the laws of 1950 relating to the rules and regulations governing traffic on vehicular crossings operated by the port authority; to repeal chapter 206 of the laws of 1951 relating to traffic regulations for air and marine terminals; to repeal chapter 207 of the laws of 1951 relating to penalties for violation of rules and regulations; to repeal chapter 142 of the laws of 1953 relating to smoking regulations for air and marine terminals; to repeal chapter 143 of the laws of 1953 relating to suits on leases at International Airport; to repeal chapter 808 of the laws of 1955, relating to the Narrows bridge; to repeal chapter 444 of the laws of 1956 relating to New Jersey turnpike connections; to repeal chapter 638 of the laws of , relating to the purchase, financing and rental of commuter railroad cars by the port of New York authority and agreeing with the state of New Jersey with respect thereto; to repeal chapter 209 of the laws of 1962, relating to the financing and effectuation by the port of New York authority of a port development project, consisting of the Hudson tubes, the Hudson tubes extensions and a world trade center; to repeal chapter 665 of the laws of 1964, relating to the operation within the state of New York of the Hudson tubes and the Hudson tubes extensions; to repeal chapter 474 of the laws of 1971, relating to the authorization of the port of New York authority to provide access by mass transportation facilities to air terminals; to repeal chapter 651 of the laws of 1978, relating to the further coordination, facilitation, promotion, preservation and protection of trade and commerce in and through the port of New York district through the financing and effectuation of industrial development projects therein by the port authority of New York and New Jersey, and agreeing with the state of New Jersey with respect thereto; to repeal chapter 12 of the laws of , relating to the acquisition, development, financing and transfer of buses and related facilities by the port authority of New York and New Jersey and the utilization thereof; to repeal chapter 882 of the laws of 1953 relating to waterfront employment and air freight industry regulation; and relating to constituting chapter 28 of the consolidated laws, in relation to the interstate authorities law
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• Introduced: 03/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Alicia Hyndman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/26/2024
• Last Action: referred to corporations, authorities and commissions
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WA bill #SB6047 • Last Action 03/26/2024
Revised for 1st Substitute: Concerning executive sessions under the open public meetings act in order to comply with the climate commitment act.Original: Concerning executive sessions by publicly owned natural gas utilities under the open public meetings act in order to comply with the climate commitment act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the governing body of a public agency to meet in executive session to consider information necessary to comply with the Climate Commitment Act's protection of all information necessary to participate in the greenhouse gas allowance market. The bill reenacts and amends the Open Public Meetings Act to add this new exception, which is necessary because the Climate Commitment Act requires some publicly owned utilities and other government agencies to obtain greenhouse gas allowances, and the auctions for these allowances must be carefully regulated to guard against market interference. This change will allow public agencies to keep confidential the information about how they plan to participate in these auctions, similar to how investor-owned utilities are able to keep this information confidential.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to executive sessions under the open public 2 meetings act in order to comply with the climate commitment act; 3 reenacting and amending RCW 42.30.110; and creating a new section. 4
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Judy Warnick (R)*, Matt Boehnke (R), Shelly Short (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/01/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 6/6/2024.
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MD bill #HB1310 • Last Action 03/26/2024
Baltimore City Coordinated Youth Violence Review and Response Team
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Baltimore City Coordinated Youth Violence Review and Response Team to examine and prevent violence against youth through intensive case management. The team will be composed of representatives from various city agencies and departments and will have access to confidential records and information to identify factors that contribute to youth violence and develop safety plans for high-risk youth and their families. The bill also sets out requirements for confidentiality, data sharing, and reporting by the team.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Baltimore City Coordinated Youth Violence Review and Response Team to examine and prevent violence against youth through intensive case management; requiring that the review team be provided with access to certain information and records; establishing certain closed meeting, confidentiality, and disclosure requirements for certain information and records; authorizing police records concerning a child to be divulged to the review and response team; etc.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dalya Attar (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/14/2024
• Last Action: Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 3/26/2024 )
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MO bill #HB2458 • Last Action 03/25/2024
Creates provisions relating to emergency medical services
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new provisions relating to emergency medical services (EMS) in Missouri. Key provisions include: 1. Requiring all ambulance district board members to complete three hours of continuing education per term, and making failure to do so grounds for disqualification from office. 2. Requiring ambulance districts to undergo a financial audit by a certified public accountant at least once every three years, with the audit made publicly available. 3. Expanding the requirements for ground ambulance service licenses, including adding qualifications for ambulance service administrators and requiring them to complete training on various operational and legal aspects. 4. Authorizing the state health department to take corrective actions against ambulance service providers, such as suspending their licenses, if they are found to be financially insolvent or unable to adequately staff and operate their services. The department is also required to coordinate with other providers to ensure continued service in affected areas. 5. Allowing ambulance service providers that assist in the service area of a suspended provider to seek reasonable compensation for their services during the suspension period.
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Bill Summary: Creates provisions relating to emergency medical services
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Dinkins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Voted Do Pass (H)
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IL bill #SB2856 • Last Action 03/25/2024
COUNSELING COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Counseling Compact Act, which allows Illinois to enter into the Counseling Compact. The purpose of the Compact is to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors and improve public access to counseling services. The bill sets out provisions for the privilege to practice, obtaining a new home state license, active duty military personnel, telehealth, adverse actions, the Counseling Compact Commission, data systems, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill also amends the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act to require the Professional Counselor Licensing and Disciplinary Board to submit a report with recommendations for statutory and budgetary changes, and to modify Board and Department rules as needed to comply with the requirements of the Counseling Compact.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Counseling Compact Act. Provides that the State of Illinois enters into the Counseling Compact. Specifies that the Compact's purpose is to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. Sets out provisions concerning the privilege to practice, obtaining a new home state license, active duty military personnel, telehealth, adverse actions, Counseling Compact Commission, data systems, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement. Contains other provisions concerning the Commission, the Compact, and the procedures governing participating in and construction of the Compact. Amends the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act. Requires the Professional Counselor Licensing and Disciplinary Board to submit a report to the General Assembly with recommendations of any statutory changes and budgetary changes needed to comply with the requirements of the Counseling Compact. Requires the Board and Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to modify, if needed, Board and Department rules to comply with the requirements of the Counseling Compact. Provides that the changes to the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Laura Fine (D)*, Mattie Hunter (D), Julie Morrison (D), Sally Turner (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/19/2024
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sally J. Turner
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OR bill #HB4117 • Last Action 03/25/2024
Relating to public meetings; and declaring an emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oregon's public meetings laws, ORS 192.610 to 192.705, to allow any person to request advisory opinions from the Oregon Government Ethics Commission on the application of these laws to specific circumstances. It modifies provisions related to commission and staff advisory opinions, including the timelines for issuing such opinions and the consequences for relying on them. The bill also makes some technical changes to the existing law on the reasons for holding executive sessions by public bodies. Finally, it declares an emergency, meaning the bill would take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to public meetings; creating new provisions; amending ORS 192.660, 244.280, 244.282 and 244.284; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 7 : Nathan Sosa (D)*, Wlnsvey Campos (D)*, Courtney Neron (D)*, James Manning (D)*, Julie Fahey (D), Zach Hudson (D), Cedric Hayden (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/05/2024
• Last Action: Chapter 14, (2024 Laws): Effective date March 20, 2024.
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OK bill #SB1378 • Last Action 03/25/2024
Libraries; modifying frequency of city-county library commission meetings. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma's law (65 O.S. 2021, Section 155) related to city-county library commissions. It makes the language gender-neutral, modifies the frequency of commission meetings from monthly to at least six times per year, and updates the statutory language. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2024, and declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to libraries; amending 65 O.S. 2021, Section 155, which relates to city-county library commissions; making language gender neutral; modifying frequency of commission meetings; updating statutory language; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 12/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kevin Matthews (D)*, Monroe Nichols (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/18/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to General Government
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FL bill #S7016 • Last Action 03/22/2024
Health Care
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Expands the Dental Student Loan Repayment Program to include dental hygienists, revises eligibility requirements, and seeks federal Medicaid matching funds for the program. It also renames and revises the Medical Education Reimbursement and Loan Repayment Program as the Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education Program, expanding the eligible practitioner types. The bill creates a new grant program for no-cost health screenings and services, and expands a telehealth minority maternity care program statewide. It also establishes new requirements for birth centers, including allowing advanced birth centers to perform certain procedures. The bill makes various changes related to mental health services, including expanding the authority of psychiatric nurses and revising requirements for mobile crisis response teams. The bill enacts the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which provides an expedited pathway for physicians to obtain licenses in multiple states. It also creates the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact and the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. The bill makes other changes related to medical education, residency programs, hospital care, and Medicaid reimbursement. It provides significant appropriations to support these various initiatives.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to health care; amending s. 381.4019, F.S.; revising the purpose of the Dental Student Loan Repayment Program; defining the term “free clinic”; including dental hygienists in the program; revising eligibility requirements for the program; specifying limits on award amounts for and participation of dental hygienists under the program; revising requirements for the distribution of awards under the program; deleting the maximum number of new practitioners who may participate in the program each fiscal year; specifying that dentists and dental hygienists are not eligible to receive funds under the program unless they provide specified documentation; requiring practitioners who receive payments under the program to furnish certain information requested by the Department of Health; requiring the Agency for Health Care Administration to seek federal authority to use specified matching funds for the program; providing for future repeal of the program; transferring, renumbering, and amending s. 1009.65, F.S.; renaming the Medical Education Reimbursement and Loan Repayment Program as the Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education Program; revising the types of practitioners who are eligible to participate in the program; revising requirements for the distribution of funds under the program; making conforming and technical changes; requiring practitioners who receive payments under the program to furnish certain information requested by the department; requiring the agency to seek federal authority to use specified matching funds for the program; providing for future repeal of the program; creating s. 381.4021, F.S.; requiring the department to provide annual reports to the Governor and the Legislature on specified student loan repayment programs; providing requirements for the report; requiring the department to contract with an independent third party to develop and conduct a design study for evaluating the effectiveness of specified student loan repayment programs; specifying requirements for the design study; requiring the department to begin collecting data for the study and submit the study results to the Governor and the Legislature by specified dates; requiring the department to participate in a certain multistate collaborative for a specified purpose; providing for future repeal of the requirement; creating s. 381.9855, F.S.; requiring the department to implement the Dr. and Mrs. Alfonse and Kathleen Cinotti Health Care Screening and Services Grant Program for a specified purpose; specifying duties of the department; authorizing nonprofit entities to apply for grant funds to implement new health care screening or services programs or mobile clinics or units to expand the program’s delivery capabilities; specifying requirements for grant recipients; authorizing the department to adopt rules; requiring the department to create and maintain an Internet-based portal to provide specified information relating to available health care screenings and services and volunteer opportunities; authorizing the department to contract with a third-party vendor to create and maintain the portal; specifying requirements for the portal; requiring the department to coordinate with county health departments for a specified purpose; requiring the department to include a clear and conspicuous link to the portal on the homepage of its website; requiring the department to publicize and encourage the use of the portal and enlist the aid of county health departments for such outreach; amending s. 383.2163, F.S.; expanding the telehealth minority maternity care program from a pilot program to a statewide program; authorizing the department to enlist, rather than requiring the department to direct, county health departments to assist in program implementation; authorizing the department to receive certain referrals from the Healthy Start program; requiring the department to submit annual reports to the Governor and the Legislature; providing requirements for the reports; amending s. 383.302, F.S.; defining the terms “advanced birth center” and “medical director”; revising the definition of the term “consultant”; creating s. 383.3081, F.S.; providing requirements for birth centers designated as advanced birth centers with respect to operating procedures, staffing, and equipment; requiring advanced birth centers to enter into a written agreement with a blood bank for emergency blood bank services; requiring that a patient who receives an emergency blood transfusion at an advanced birth center be immediately transferred to a hospital for further care; requiring the agency to establish by rule a process for birth centers to be designated as advanced birth centers; authorizing the agency to develop certain additional requirements or standards for advanced birth centers; amending s. 383.309, F.S.; providing minimum standards for advanced birth centers; amending s. 383.313, F.S.; making technical and conforming changes; creating s. 383.3131, F.S.; providing requirements for laboratory and surgical services at advanced birth centers; providing conditions for administration of anesthesia; authorizing the intrapartal use of chemical agents; amending s. 383.315, F.S.; requiring advanced birth centers to employ or maintain an agreement with an obstetrician for specified purposes; amending s. 383.316, F.S.; requiring advanced birth centers to provide for the transport of emergency patients to a hospital; requiring each advanced birth center to enter into a written transfer agreement with a local hospital or an obstetrician for such transfers; requiring birth centers and advanced birth centers to assess and document transportation services and transfer protocols annually; amending s. 383.318, F.S.; providing protocols for postpartum care of clients and infants at advanced birth centers; amending s. 394.455, F.S.; revising definitions; amending s. 394.457, F.S.; requiring the Department of Children and Families to adopt certain minimum standards for mobile crisis response services; amending s. 394.4598, F.S.; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to provide opinions to the court for the appointment of guardian advocates; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to consult with guardian advocates for purposes of obtaining consent for treatment; amending s. 394.4615, F.S.; authorizing psychiatric nurses to make certain determinations related to the release of clinical records; amending s. 394.4625, F.S.; requiring certain treating psychiatric nurses to document specified information in a patient’s clinical record within a specified timeframe of his or her voluntary admission for mental health treatment; requiring clinical psychologists who make determinations of involuntary placement at certain mental health facilities to have specified clinical experience; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to order emergency treatment for certain patients; amending s. 394.463, F.S.; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to order emergency treatment of certain patients; requiring a clinical psychologist to have specified clinical experience to approve the release of an involuntary patient at certain mental health facilities; amending s. 394.4655, F.S.; requiring clinical psychologists to have specified clinical experience in order to recommend involuntary outpatient services for mental health treatment; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to recommend involuntary outpatient services for mental health treatment; providing an exception; authorizing psychiatric nurses to make certain clinical determinations that warrant bringing a patient to a receiving facility for an involuntary examination; making a conforming change; amending s. 394.467, F.S.; requiring clinical psychologists to have specified clinical experience in order to recommend involuntary inpatient services for mental health treatment; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to recommend involuntary inpatient services for mental health treatment; providing an exception; amending s. 394.4781, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “psychotic or severely emotionally disturbed child”; amending s. 394.4785, F.S.; authorizing psychiatric nurses to admit individuals over a certain age into certain mental health units of a hospital under certain conditions; requiring the agency to seek federal approval for Medicaid coverage and reimbursement authority for mobile crisis response services; requiring the Department of Children and Families to coordinate with the agency to provide specified education to contracted mobile response team services providers; amending s. 394.875, F.S.; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to prescribe medication to clients of crisis stabilization units; amending s. 395.1055, F.S.; requiring the agency to adopt rules ensuring that hospitals that accept certain payments give enrollment priority to certain medical students, regardless of such payments, and requiring certain hospitals to submit a nonemergent care access plan (NCAP) to the agency for approval before initial licensure or licensure renewal; requiring that, beginning on a specified date, such NCAPs be approved before a license may be issued or renewed; requiring such hospitals to submit specified data to the agency as part of the licensure renewal process and update their NCAPs as needed, or as directed by the agency, before each licensure renewal; specifying requirements for NCAPs; requiring the agency to establish a process for hospitals to share certain information with certain patients’ managed care plans; providing construction; amending s. 408.051, F.S.; requiring certain hospitals to make available certain data to the agency’s Florida Health Information Exchange program for a specified purpose; authorizing the agency to adopt rules; amending s. 409.909, F.S.; authorizing the agency to allocate specified funds under the Slots for Doctors Program for existing resident positions at hospitals and qualifying institutions if certain conditions are met; requiring hospitals and qualifying institutions that receive certain state funds to report specified data to the agency annually; defining the term “sponsoring institution”; requiring such hospitals and qualifying institutions, beginning on a specified date, to produce certain financial records or submit to certain financial audits; providing applicability; providing that hospitals and qualifying institutions that fail to produce such financial records to the agency are no longer eligible to participate in the Statewide Medicaid Residency Program until a certain determination is made by the agency; requiring hospitals and qualifying institutions to request exit surveys of residents upon completion of their residency; providing requirements for the exit surveys; creating the Graduate Medical Education Committee within the agency; providing for membership and meetings of the committee; requiring the committee, beginning on a specified date, to submit an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature detailing specified information; requiring the agency to provide administrative support to assist the committee in the performance of its duties and to provide certain information to the committee; creating s. 409.91256, F.S.; creating the Training, Education, and Clinicals in Health (TEACH) Funding Program for a specified purpose; providing legislative intent; defining terms; requiring the agency to develop an application process and enter into certain agreements to implement the program; specifying requirements to qualify to receive reimbursements under the program; requiring the agency, in consultation with the Department of Health, to develop, or contract for the development of, specified training for, and to provide technical support to, preceptors; providing for reimbursement under the program; requiring the agency to submit an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature; providing requirements for the report; requiring the agency to contract with an independent third party to develop and conduct a design study for evaluating the impact of the program; specifying requirements for the design study; requiring the agency to begin collecting data for the study and submit the study results to the Governor and the Legislature by specified dates; authorizing the agency to adopt rules; requiring the agency to seek federal approval to use specified matching funds for the program; providing for future repeal of the program; amending s. 409.967, F.S.; requiring the agency to produce a specified annual report on patient encounter data under the statewide managed care program; providing requirements for the report; requiring the agency to submit the report to the Governor and the Legislature by a specified date; authorizing the agency to contract with a third-party vendor to produce the report; amending s. 409.973, F.S.; requiring Medicaid managed care plans to continue assisting certain enrollees in scheduling an initial appointment with a primary care provider and report certain information to the agency; requiring plans to seek to ensure that such enrollees have at least one primary care appointment annually; requiring such plans to coordinate with hospitals that contact them for a specified purpose; requiring the plans to coordinate with their members and members’ primary care providers for such purpose; requiring the agency to seek federal approval necessary to implement an acute hospital care at home program meeting specified criteria; amending s. 458.311, F.S.; revising an education and training requirement for physician licensure; exempting foreign-trained applicants for physician licensure from the residency requirement if they meet specified criteria; providing that applicants who do not meet the specified criteria may be certified for restricted licensure under certain circumstances; providing certain employment requirements for such applicants; requiring such applicants to notify the Board of Medicine of any changes in employment within a specified timeframe; repealing s. 458.3124, F.S., relating to restricted licenses of certain experienced foreign-trained physicians; amending s. 458.314, F.S.; authorizing the board to exclude certain foreign medical schools from consideration as an institution that provides medical education that is reasonably comparable to similar accredited institutions in the United States; providing construction; deleting obsolete language; amending s. 458.3145, F.S.; revising criteria for medical faculty certificates; deleting a cap on the maximum number of extended medical faculty certificates that may be issued at specified institutions; amending ss. 458.315 and 459.0076, F.S.; authorizing that temporary certificates for practice in areas of critical need be issued to physician assistants, rather than only to physicians, who meet specified criteria; making conforming and technical changes; amending ss. 458.317 and 459.0075, F.S.; specifying who may be considered a graduate assistant physician; creating limited licenses for graduate assistant physicians; specifying criteria a person must meet to obtain such licensure; requiring the Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine, respectively, to establish certain requirements by rule; providing for a one-time renewal of such licenses; providing that limited licensed graduate assistant physicians are not eligible to apply for another limited license; authorizing limited licensed graduate assistant physicians to provide health care services only under the direct supervision of a physician and pursuant to a written protocol; providing requirements for, and limitations on, such supervision and practice; providing requirements for the supervisory protocols; providing that supervising physicians are liable for any acts or omissions of such graduate assistant physicians acting under their supervision and control; authorizing third-party payors to provide reimbursement for covered services rendered by graduate assistant physicians; authorizing the Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine, respectively, to adopt rules; creating s. 464.0121, F.S.; providing that temporary certificates for practice in areas of critical need may be issued to advanced practice registered nurses who meet specified criteria; providing restrictions on the issuance of temporary certificates; waiving licensure fees for such applicants under certain circumstances; amending s. 464.0123, F.S.; requiring certain certified nurse midwives, as a condition precedent to providing out-of-hospital intrapartum care, to maintain a written policy for the transfer of patients needing a higher acuity of care or emergency services; requiring that such policy prescribe and require the use of an emergency plan-of-care form; providing requirements for the form; requiring such certified nurse midwives to document specified information on the form if a transfer of care is determined to be necessary; requiring certified nurse midwives to verbally provide the receiving provider with specified information and make himself or herself immediately available for consultation; requiring certified nurse midwives to provide the patient’s emergency plan-of care form, as well as certain patient records, to the receiving provider upon the patient’s transfer; requiring the Board of Nursing to adopt certain rules; amending s. 464.019, F.S.; deleting the sunset date of a certain annual report required of the Florida Center for Nursing; amending s. 766.1115, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “low-income” for purposes of certain government contracts for health care services; amending s. 1002.32, F.S.; requiring developmental research (laboratory) schools (lab schools) to develop programs for a specified purpose; requiring lab schools to offer technical assistance to any school district seeking to replicate the lab school’s programs; requiring lab schools, beginning on a specified date, to annually report to the Legislature on the development of such programs and their results; amending s. 1009.8962, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “institution” for purposes of the Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) Fund; amending ss. 381.4018 and 395.602, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 456.4501, F.S.; enacting the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact in this state; providing the purpose of the compact; providing that state medical boards of member states retain jurisdiction to impose adverse action against licenses issued under the compact; defining terms; specifying eligibility requirements for physicians seeking an expedited license under the compact; providing requirements for designation of a state of principal license for purposes of the compact; authorizing the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission to develop certain rules; providing an application and verification process for expedited licensure under the compact; providing for expiration and termination of expedited licenses; authorizing the Interstate Commission to develop certain rules; providing requirements for renewal of expedited licenses; authorizing the Interstate Commission to develop certain rules; providing for the establishment of a database for coordinating licensure data amongst member states; requiring and authorizing member boards to report specified information to the database; providing for confidentiality of such information; providing construction; authorizing the Interstate Commission to develop certain rules; authorizing member states to conduct joint investigations and share certain materials; providing for disciplinary action of physicians licensed under the compact; creating the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission; providing purpose and authority of the commission; providing for membership and meetings of the commission; providing public meeting and notice requirements; authorizing closed meetings under certain circumstances; providing public record requirements; requiring the commission to establish an executive committee; providing for membership, powers, and duties of the committee; authorizing the commission to establish other committees; specifying powers and duties of the commission; providing for financing of the commission; providing for organization and operation of the commission; providing limited immunity from liability for commissioners and other agents or employees of the commission; authorizing the commission to adopt rules; providing for rulemaking procedures, including public notice and meeting requirements; providing for judicial review of adopted rules; providing for oversight and enforcement of the compact in member states; requiring courts in member states to take judicial notice of the compact and the commission rules for purposes of certain proceedings; providing that the commission is entitled to receive service of process and has standing in certain proceedings; rendering judgments or orders void as to the commission, the compact, or commission rules under certain circumstances; providing for enforcement of the compact; specifying venue and civil remedies in such proceedings; providing for attorney fees; providing construction; specifying default procedures for member states; providing for dispute resolution between member states; providing for eligibility and procedures for enactment of the compact; requiring that governors of nonmember states be invited to participate in the activities of the commission on a nonvoting basis before the compact is adopted in that state; providing for amendment to the compact; specifying procedures for withdrawal from and subsequent reinstatement of the compact; authorizing the Interstate Commission to develop certain rules; providing for dissolution of the compact; providing severability and construction; creating s. 456.4502, F.S.; providing that a formal hearing before the Division of Administrative Hearings must be held if there are any disputed issues of material fact when the licenses of certain physicians and osteopathic physicians are suspended or revoked by this state under the compact; requiring the Department of Health to notify the Division of Administrative Hearings of a petition for a formal hearing within a specified timeframe; requiring the administrative law judge to issue a recommended order; requiring the Board of Medicine or the Board of Osteopathic Medicine, as applicable, to determine and issue final orders in certain cases; providing the department with standing to seek judicial review of any final order of the boards; creating s. 456.4504, F.S.; authorizing the department to adopt rules to implement the compact; creating ss. 458.3129 and 459.074, F.S.; providing that an allopathic physician or an osteopathic physician, respectively, licensed under the compact is deemed to be licensed under ch. 458, F.S., or ch. 459, F.S., as applicable; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; designating the state commissioners of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission and other members or employees of the commission as state agents for the purpose of applying sovereign immunity and 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; creating s. 468.1335, F.S.; creating the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact; providing the purpose and objectives of the compact; defining terms; 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 a compact privilege; providing for the expiration and renewal of the compact privilege; specifying that a licensee with a 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 on 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; providing for the recognition of the practice of audiology and speech-language pathology through telehealth in member states; specifying that licensees must adhere to the laws and rules of the remote state where they provide audiology or speech-language pathology through telehealth; authorizing active duty military personnel and their spouses to keep their home state designation during active duty; specifying how such individuals may subsequently change their home state license designation; 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 Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate 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; 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 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 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; providing construction and for severability; specifying that the compact, commission rules, and commission actions are binding on member states; amending s. 468.1135, F.S.; requiring the Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology to appoint two of its board members to serve as the state’s delegates on the compact commission; amending s. 468.1185, F.S.; exempting audiologists and speech language pathologists from licensure requirements if they are practicing in this state pursuant to a compact privilege under the compact; amending s. 468.1295, F.S.; authorizing the board to take adverse action against the compact privilege of audiologists and speech-language pathologists for specified prohibited acts; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; designating the state delegates and other members or employees of the compact commission as state agents for the purpose of applying sovereign immunity and waivers of sovereign immunity; requiring the commission to pay certain claims or judgments; authorizing the compact commission to maintain insurance coverage to pay such claims or judgments; creating s. 486.112, F.S.; creating the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact; providing a purpose and objectives of the compact; defining terms; specifying requirements for state participation in the compact; authorizing member states to obtain biometric-based information from and conduct criminal background checks on licensees applying for a compact privilege; requiring member states to grant the compact privilege to licensees if they meet specified criteria; specifying criteria licensees must meet to exercise the compact privilege under the compact; providing for the expiration of the compact privilege; requiring licensees practicing in a remote state under the compact privilege to comply with the laws and rules of that state; subjecting licensees to the regulatory authority of remote states where they practice under the compact privilege; providing for disciplinary action; specifying circumstances under which licensees are ineligible for a compact privilege; specifying conditions that a licensee must meet to regain his or her compact privilege after an adverse action; specifying locations active duty military personnel and their spouses may use to designate their home state for purposes of the compact; providing that only a home state may impose adverse action against a license issued by that state; authorizing home states to take adverse action based on investigative information of a remote state, subject to certain requirements; directing member states that use alternative programs in lieu of discipline to require the licensee to agree not to practice in other member states while participating in the program, unless authorized by the member state; authorizing member states to investigate violations by licensees in other member states; authorizing member states to take adverse action against compact privileges issued in their respective states; providing for joint investigations of licensees under the compact; establishing the Physical Therapy Compact Commission; providing for the venue and jurisdiction for court proceedings by or against the commission; providing construction; providing for commission membership, voting, and meetings; authorizing the commission to convene closed, nonpublic meetings under certain circumstances; specifying duties and powers of the commission; providing for membership and duties of the executive board of the commission; providing for financing of the commission; providing for qualified immunity, defense, and indemnification of the commission; requiring the commission to develop and maintain a coordinated database and reporting system for certain information about licensees under the compact; requiring member states to submit specified information to the system; requiring that information contained in the system be available only to member states; requiring the commission to promptly notify all member states of reported adverse action taken against licensees or applicants for licensure; authorizing member states to designate reported information as exempt from public disclosure; providing for the removal of submitted information from the system under certain circumstances; providing for commission rulemaking; providing construction; providing for state enforcement of the compact; providing for the default and termination of compact membership; providing for appeals and costs; providing procedures for the resolution of certain disputes; providing for enforcement against a defaulting state; providing construction; providing for implementation and administration of the compact and associated rules; providing that compact states that join after initial adoption of the commission’s rules are subject to such rules; specifying procedures for compact states to withdraw from the compact; providing construction; providing for amendment of the compact; providing construction and severability; amending s. 456.073, F.S.; requiring the Department of Health to report certain investigative information to the respective data systems of the Audiology and Speech Language Pathology Interstate Compact and the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact; amending s. 456.076, F.S.; requiring monitoring contracts for certain impaired practitioners participating in treatment programs to contain specified terms; amending s. 486.023, F.S.; requiring the Board of Physical Therapy Practice to appoint an individual to serve as the state’s delegate on the Physical Therapy Compact Commission; amending ss. 486.028, 486.031, 486.081, 486.102, and 486.107, F.S.; exempting physical therapists and physical therapist assistants from licensure requirements if they are practicing in this state pursuant to a compact privilege under the compact; amending s. 486.125, F.S.; authorizing the board to take adverse action against the compact privilege of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants for specified prohibited acts; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; designating the state delegate and other members or employees of the commission as state agents for the purpose of applying sovereign immunity and 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; amending ss. 486.025, 486.0715, and 486.1065, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing appropriations; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 12/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Fiscal Policy, Health Policy
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 02/22/2024
• Last Action: Chapter No. 2024-15
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GA bill #HB301 • Last Action 03/22/2024
Motor vehicles and traffic; revise amount of civil monetary penalty for violations of improperly passing a school bus or speeding in a school zone
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Georgia law to: 1. Provide procedures for residents to seek declaratory judgments when a local governing body has violated the prohibition on immigration sanctuary policies. If a local governing body is found in violation, it will lose its eligibility for certain state and federal funds until it rescinds the prohibited sanctuary policies. The bill also waives sovereign and governmental immunities for local governments and their officials and employees for violating the prohibition on immigration sanctuary policies. 2. Authorize the removal of members of local governing authorities under certain circumstances, such as failure to comply with provisions related to immigration sanctuary policies or other state laws. The bill outlines procedures for hearings, potential reinstatement, and restrictions on the use of government funds for such removal procedures. 3. Establish a 2-year statute of limitations for actions challenging the abandonment or disposition of public roads. The bill is intended to address state-wide concerns regarding local compliance with state laws and provide additional enforcement mechanisms and remedies for residents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Chapter 80 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions applicable to counties, municipal corporations, and other governmental entities, so as to provide legislative findings; to provide procedures for residents to seek declaratory judgments when a local governing body has violated the prohibition on immigration sanctuary policies; to provide for actions in the superior court; to provide for notification and publication of such judgments; to provide that governing bodies found to be in violation of such prohibition shall lose their eligibility for certain state and federal funds; to authorize the removal of such judgments and penalties when a local governing body rescinds prohibited sanctuary policies; to waive sovereign and governmental immunities for local governments and their officials and employees for violating the prohibition on immigration sanctuary policies; to provide for the removal of members of local governing authorities under certain circumstances; to provide for hearings and procedures regarding such removals; to provide for reinstatement in certain circumstances; to prohibit the use of government funds related to such removal procedures; to provide for reimbursement of costs in certain circumstances; to provide for timing when actions may be brought to challenge the abandonment of a public road; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Jason Ridley (R)*, Tyler Smith (R)*, J. Collins (R)*, Trey Rhodes (R)*, James Burchett (R)*, Noel Williams (R)*, John Albers (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 03/22/2024
• Last Action: Senate Floor Amendment - Sen floor amend 1 AM 39 0415
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FL bill #S0224 • Last Action 03/22/2024
Citizen Volunteer Advisory Committees
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes specified regional citizen volunteer advisory committees to conduct public meetings and workshops using communications media technology, such as videoconferencing. The bill states that a committee member's participation through this technology counts as being physically present at the meeting or workshop. The bill also requires that the technology allows all attendees to audibly communicate, and that the meeting notice includes information about how interested persons can participate and the location of the communication facilities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to citizen volunteer advisory committees; amending s. 286.011, F.S.; authorizing specified regional citizen volunteer advisory committees to conduct public meetings and workshops by means of communications media technology; providing that the use of such technology by a member constitutes that member’s presence at the meeting or workshop; requiring that such technology allow all persons to audibly communicate; providing notice requirements for public meetings or workshops conducted by means of communications media technology; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 10/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Rules, Tommy Wright (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 03/06/2024
• Last Action: Chapter No. 2024-17
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IL bill #HB0297 • Last Action 03/22/2024
EDUCATION-TECH
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act to provide mandatory arbitration procedures for resolving disputes between public school districts organized under Article 34 of the School Code and the exclusive representatives of educational employees who are forbidden from striking under the Act. The bill establishes a multi-step process involving mediation, fact-finding, and binding interest arbitration for resolving impasses in contract negotiations for these employees. The changes made by this amendatory act only apply to collective bargaining agreements entered into, modified, extended, or renewed on or after the effective date of the act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act. In provisions concerning impasse procedures, provides that for collective bargaining between the Chicago school district and an exclusive representative of educational employees who are forbidden from striking under the Act, educational employees who are forbidden from striking have the right to submit all negotiation disputes, including, but not limited to, mid-term disputes and impact bargaining disputes, for resolution through specified mandatory arbitration procedures. Makes other changes regarding educational employees who are forbidden from striking. Provides that the changes made by the amendatory Act apply only to collective bargaining agreements entered into, modified, extended, or renewed on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act.
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• Introduced: 12/05/2022
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Will Davis (D)*, Willie Preston (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/22/2023
• Last Action: Chief Senate Sponsor Sen. Willie Preston
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FL bill #S7006 • Last Action 03/22/2024
OGSR/Utility Owned or Operated by a Unit of Local Government
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the date of scheduled repeal of public record exemptions for information related to the security of certain technology, processes, practices, information technology systems, and industrial control technology systems held by a utility owned or operated by a unit of local government. It also removes the scheduled repeal of the public record exemption related to customer meter-derived data and billing information. Additionally, the bill extends the date of scheduled repeal of the exemption from public meeting requirements for meetings held by a utility owned or operated by a unit of local government which would reveal certain information.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 119.0713, F.S., which provides exemptions from public record requirements for information related to the security of certain technology, processes, practices, information technology systems, industrial control technology systems, and customer meter-derived data and billing information held by a utility owned or operated by a unit of local government; extending the date of scheduled repeal of public record exemptions relating to the security of certain technology, processes, practices, information technology systems, and industrial control technology systems; removing the scheduled repeal of the public record exemption related to customer meter-derived data and billing information; amending s. 286.0113, F.S., which provides an exemption from public meeting requirements for meetings held by a utility owned or operated by a unit of local government which would reveal certain information; extending the date of scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 11/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Regulated Industries, Ed Hooper (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/05/2024
• Last Action: Chapter No. 2024-24
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FL bill #S0322 • Last Action 03/22/2024
Public Records and Meetings
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates public records and public meetings exemptions related to the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, and the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. Specifically, it exempts certain personal identifying information of physicians, audiologists, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and physical therapist assistants from public records requirements, and it allows certain meetings or portions of meetings of the commissions established by these compacts to be exempt from public meetings requirements. The bill also exempts recordings, minutes, and records generated during these exempt meetings from public records requirements. These exemptions are necessary for Florida to effectively implement and administer these interstate compacts.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating ss. 456.4503, 468.1336, and 486.113, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Department of Health, the Board of Medicine, the Board of Osteopathic Medicine, the Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, and the Board of Physical Therapy Practice pursuant to the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, and the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, as applicable; authorizing disclosure of the information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings, or portions of meetings, of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission, the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact Commission, and the Physical 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: 12/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Colleen Burton (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/22/2024
• Last Action: Chapter No. 2024-13
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UT bill #SB0169 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Military Installation Development Authority Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions concerning the Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA). The key changes are: - Allows MIDA to impose an additional resort communities sales tax within its project areas, subject to voter approval. - Expands the definition of "military land" to include land owned or leased by MIDA and held for the benefit of the military. - Allows MIDA to enter into agreements with school districts to pay a portion of the property tax allocation it receives from project areas to support school district general obligation bonds approved after January 1, 2024. - Makes various other changes related to MIDA's taxation, budgeting, and governance authorities.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions concerning the Military Installation Development Authority.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jerry Stevenson (R)*, Val Peterson (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 58
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0208 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Housing and Transit Reinvestment Zone Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions related to housing and transit reinvestment zones. It increases the minimum requirement for affordable housing units within a housing and transit reinvestment zone from 10% to 12%, with up to 9% of units for households with an income up to 80% of the area median income and at least 3% of units for households with an income up to 60% of the area median income. The bill also adjusts the required residential density, allows for phasing of affordable housing, and modifies the boundaries and tax increment collection for housing and transit reinvestment zones near various types of public transit stations. Additionally, the bill establishes a process for the creation of these zones, including analysis and approval by a committee, and provides guidance on the use of tax increment funds collected within the zones.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions related to housing and transit reinvestment zones.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Stephen Whyte (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 60
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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ID bill #S1416 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Amends existing law to transfer the Emergency Medical Services Bureau to within the Office of Emergency Management, to designate EMS as an essential government service, and to create the Emergency Medical Services Sustainability Fund.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Relocates the emergency medical services (EMS) bureau from the Department of Health and Welfare to the Office of Emergency Management, emphasizing the importance of EMS and its connection to emergency management at the state and local levels. - Designates the delivery of emergency medical services as an essential service. - Creates the Emergency Medical Services Sustainability Fund to help offset personnel and operating costs associated with ensuring the availability of emergency medical services. - Authorizes the Office of Emergency Management to distribute moneys from the Emergency Medical Services Sustainability Fund to qualifying entities based on certain criteria, such as the entity being a 911 response agency and billing health insurance carriers for at least 80% of eligible services. - Makes various other changes to the administration and regulation of emergency medical services in Idaho, including updating definitions, licensure requirements, and procedures related to the Emergency Medical Services Physician Commission. The bill aims to strengthen the state's emergency medical services system and ensure its sustainability, particularly through the creation of the new funding mechanism. It also seeks to improve coordination between EMS and emergency management at the state and local levels.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES; PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE INTENT; AMENDING SECTION 46-1006, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARD- ING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE CHIEF AND OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MAN- AGEMENT AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1003, IDAHO CODE, TO REMOVE PROVISIONS REGARDING POWERS OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELFARE AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1011, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE THAT THE DELIVERY OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES IS AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE; REPEALING SEC- TION 56-1011, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND A STATEMENT OF INTENT; AMENDING CHAPTER 10, TITLE 46, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 46-1028, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVI- SIONS REGARDING EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND A STATEMENT OF INTENT; AMENDING SECTION 56-1012, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO REVISE DEFINITIONS, TO DEFINE A TERM, AND TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REF- ERENCES; AMENDING CHAPTER 10, TITLE 46, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 46-1030, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR COUNTY ACCOUNTABILITY; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013A, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE PHYSI- CIAN COMMISSION, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013B, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES, AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013C, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013D, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013E, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013F, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013G, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013H, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013I, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REF- ERENCE, AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013J, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORREC- TION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013K, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013L, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013M, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013N, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013O, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013P, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SEC- TION 56-1013Q, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1014, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1015, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1016, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING AGENCY MINIMUM STANDARDS, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1018, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1018A, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1018B, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FUND III, AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMEND- ING CHAPTER 10, TITLE 46, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 46-1040, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES SUS- TAINABILITY FUND; AMENDING SECTION 56-1020, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES; AMENDING SECTION 56-1021, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES; AMENDING SECTION 56-1022, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING PERSONNEL AND AGENCIES LI- CENSURE ACTIONS, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1023, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING RULES, AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1024, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE A TECHNI- CAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1025, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO REVISE DEFINITIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1026, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE OFFICE OF EMER- GENCY MANAGEMENT; AMENDING SECTION 56-1027, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO REVISE A PROVISION REGARDING COUNCIL APPOINTMENT; AMENDING SECTION 56-1028, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1029, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 56-1030, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE, AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 57-2001, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE TSE COUNCIL; AMENDING SECTION 57-2002, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A DEFINITION, TO REMOVE A DEFI- NITION, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS ; AMENDING SECTION 57-2003, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE EMS BUREAU AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL COR- RECTION; AMENDING SECTION 57-2004, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE EMS BUREAU AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 57-2005, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 57-2006, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE EMS BUREAU AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 6-902A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 9-203, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A DEFINITION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SEC- TION 31-3908, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 33-4302, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A DEFINITION AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 39-1392a, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE DEFINITIONS AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL COR- RECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 39-4703, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 49-306, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES AND TO MAKE TECH- NICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 49-452, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 67-8806, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A DEFINITION; AMENDING SECTION 72-451, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATES.
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• Introduced: 03/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : State Affairs Committee, Mark Harris (R), Megan Blanksma (R), Carl Bjerke (R), Mark Sauter (R), Ron Taylor (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Read First Time, Referred to State Affairs
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UT bill #SB0201 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Municipal Incorporation Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to municipal incorporations. It requires an individual intending to file a feasibility request to first submit a written request to the Utah Population Committee to determine if the proposed municipality complies with population, population density, and contiguity requirements. The bill also requires the feasibility request sponsors to pay an estimated cost of the feasibility study before the lieutenant governor can engage a consultant to conduct the study. Additionally, the bill requires a newly incorporated municipality to reimburse the feasibility request sponsors for the cost of the feasibility and any supplemental feasibility studies. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to municipal incorporations.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Evan Vickers (R)*, Calvin Musselman (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0227 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Boards and Commissions Revisions
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to boards and commissions. It requires the governor to make appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions with the advice and consent of the Senate, and it makes other changes to the membership, terms, and procedures of these boards and commissions. The bill affects boards and commissions across different state agencies and jurisdictions, including those related to agriculture, natural resources, financial institutions, the arts, history, transit, water, health, and criminal justice, among others.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to boards and commissions.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Calvin Musselman (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MA bill #S445 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Establishing an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health. The key provisions are: - It creates a Mosquito Management Board within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to regulate and oversee all mosquito and related nuisance organism management activities in the Commonwealth. The Board is responsible for developing a state ecologically-based mosquito management plan and a state emergency arbovirus response plan. - It allows municipalities to form Mosquito Management Districts, which will have Councils to oversee mosquito management activities within the district. The Councils must develop their own ecologically-based mosquito management plans that must be certified by the Board. - It prioritizes non-pesticide control methods like source reduction, habitat manipulation, and biological controls over the use of larvicides and adulticides, which are only to be used as a last resort. It establishes strict thresholds and procedures for the use of any pesticides. - It bans the use of pesticides containing PFAS chemicals and requires testing for PFAS before using any pesticides. - It provides a process for residents to file complaints about violations and for the Board to investigate and take action. The overall goal is to implement an ecologically-sustainable approach to mosquito management that prioritizes preventative measures and minimizes the use of pesticides to protect public health and the environment.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health. Environment and Natural Resources.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 4 : Jo Comerford (D)*, Jim Hawkins (D), Mike Moore (D), Lydia Edwards (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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MA bill #H845 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Establishing an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health. The key provisions include: - Creating a Mosquito Management Board to regulate and oversee all disease vector mosquito and related nuisance organism management activities in the Commonwealth, including developing an ecologically-based mosquito management plan and a state emergency arbovirus response plan. - Requiring the Mosquito Management Board to implement a public education and outreach campaign, establish programs for trapping and testing adult mosquitoes and monitoring and mapping larval breeding sites, and prioritize source reduction and wetlands restoration as the preferred mosquito management methods. - Limiting the use of larvicides and adulticides to specific, scientifically-based thresholds and only as a last resort after other non-pesticide control measures have been attempted. - Establishing Mosquito Management Districts and Councils to oversee district-level mosquito management activities, with municipalities able to opt-in or opt-out of certain services. - Prohibiting the use of pesticides containing PFAS chemicals for mosquito control. - Providing a process for residents to file complaints about violations of the law or management plans. The bill aims to transition the Commonwealth's mosquito management efforts towards a more ecologically-sustainable approach focused on prevention, monitoring, and least-toxic interventions.
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Bill Summary: Relative to establishing an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health. Environment and Natural Resources.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 17 : Kathy LaNatra (D)*, Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Jessica Giannino (D), Vanna Howard (D), Adrian Madaro (D), Margaret Scarsdale (D), Colleen Garry (D), Denise Garlick (D), Paul McMurtry (D), Jo Comerford (D), Jim Hawkins (D), David Linsky (D), Sam Montaño (D), Simon Cataldo (D), Tommy Vitolo (D), Kristin Kassner (D), Natalie Blais (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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UT bill #HB0534 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Boards and Commissions Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies boards and commissions. It amends or repeals various advisory boards, councils, and committees across state government, including those related to agriculture, financial institutions, motor vehicles, construction trades, health care, education, and natural resources. The bill consolidates several licensing boards under broader "Licensing Boards" and transfers some responsibilities from advisory bodies to executive directors and departments. The bill also makes various other technical and conforming amendments related to the elimination or consolidation of these boards and committees.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies boards and commissions.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Calvin Musselman (R)*, Dan McCay (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 54
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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AZ bill #SB1654 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Schools; finance; instruction; accountability; revisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Amends laws related to suicide prevention training, reading proficiency programs, and the uniform system of financial records for school districts. - Repeals various school district funds and establishes a new "school district additional monies fund" to hold monies from any lawful source for which a specific fund is not designated. Monies in this new fund may be used for any expenditure in the school district's final budget. - Revises requirements for school district annual financial reports, including allowing school districts to submit detailed general ledger information instead of certain prescribed information. - Extends the tax credit for contributions to public schools for certain purposes from 2024 to 2029. - Makes other technical and conforming changes related to school district finances, administration, and accountability. The key changes in the bill aim to streamline school district financial reporting, provide more flexibility in use of certain funds, and extend tax credit provisions that support public school programs and activities.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 15-120 and 15-211, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 15-249.15, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending sections 15-271, 15-341 and 15-342, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 15-386, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending sections 15-393, 15-393.01, 15-491 and 15-512, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 15-729, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending section 15-904, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 15-914.02, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending section 15-943.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing sections 15-1103 and 15-1104, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending section 15-1107, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 15-1224, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing title 15, chapter 10, article 9, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 15, chapter 10, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding a new article 9; amending sections 16-226, 41-1279.03 and 43-1089.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; appropriating monies; relating to public schools.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Ken Bennett (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 03/06/2024
• Last Action: HOUSE - Appropriations - Strike Everything - HOUSE - Appropriations - Strike Everything
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UT bill #SB0268 • Last Action 03/21/2024
First Home Investment Zone Act
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the First Home Investment Zone Act. The key provisions of this bill are: It creates a new type of development zone called a "first home investment zone" that municipalities can propose to promote efficient development and opportunities for home ownership by providing a variety of housing options, including affordable housing and owner-occupied housing. To establish a first home investment zone, a municipality must meet certain requirements, such as a minimum housing density, a mixed-use development, owner-occupancy and affordability requirements, and limitations on the size and tax increment capture. The process for proposing and approving a first home investment zone involves oversight by a housing and transit reinvestment zone committee. The bill also outlines requirements for using and administering the tax increment funds generated within a first home investment zone.
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Bill Summary: This bill enacts the First Home Investment Zone Act.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Calvin Musselman (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 58
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MN bill #SF4864 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Language removal from Minnesota Statutes concerning expired human services reports to the legislature
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes language from Minnesota Statutes concerning expired human services reports to the legislature. Specifically, it removes reporting requirements for the Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Section, the disability waiver rates system, managed care plan rates, the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Division, the Human Services Performance Council, and several other human services programs. The bill repeals these reporting requirements, which were previously due to the legislature on a regular basis, such as biennial or annual reports.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; removing language from Minnesota Statutes concerning expired human services reports to the legislature; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 254A.03, subdivision 1; 256B.69, subdivision 5k; 256C.233, subdivision 2; 402A.16, subdivision 2; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 256B.4914, subdivisions 10, 10a; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 245G.011, subdivision 5; 252.34; 256.01, subdivisions 39, 41; 256B.79, subdivision 6; 256K.45, subdivision 2.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : John Hoffman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (08:30:00 3/21/2024 )
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MN bill #SF3428 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Technical and policy changes to certain public employee labor relations provisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes technical and policy changes to certain public employee labor relations provisions. Key provisions include: - Allowing labor organizations and the Public Employment Relations Board access to certain personnel data, such as employee contact information, to conduct elections and investigate grievances. - Clarifying the definition of "public employee" to include additional positions like school district employees and instructors at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. - Allowing the commissioner to designate two bargaining units represented by the same exclusive representative as a single unit upon request. - Requiring employers to provide new bargaining unit employees access to meet with the exclusive representative during work hours without loss of pay. - Authorizing the commissioner of management and budget to implement collective bargaining agreements with exclusive representatives of individual providers, subject to appropriations and state/federal approvals. - Directing the Bureau of Mediation Services to adopt rules on petitions for majority verification.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to labor; making technical and policy changes to certain public employee labor relations provisions; requiring rulemaking; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 179A.041, subdivision 2; 179A.09, by adding subdivisions; 179A.12, subdivision 5; 179A.13, subdivisions 1, 2; 179A.40, subdivision 1; 179A.54, subdivision 5; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 13.43, subdivision 6; 179A.03, subdivisions 14, 18; 179A.041, subdivision 10; 179A.06, subdivision 6; 179A.07, subdivisions 8, 9; 179A.10, subdivision 2; 179A.12, subdivisions 2a, 6, 11.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Jen McEwen (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/21/2024
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Finance
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UT bill #HB0415 • Last Action 03/21/2024
School Fees Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends and enacts provisions related to elementary and secondary school fees. Key provisions include: - Prohibiting local education agencies (LEAs) from charging fees for elementary school activities that are part of the regular school day or for supplies used during the regular school day, while allowing LEAs to compile and provide suggested voluntary supply lists for elementary school students. - Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, prohibiting LEAs from charging secondary students fees for curricular or co-curricular activities that are required for core instruction, with some exceptions like instructional equipment/supplies, driver education, and school activity clothing. - Allowing LEAs to charge secondary students fees for co-curricular or extracurricular activities, including for life-cycle replacement costs of related school equipment. - Directing the State Board of Education to make rules regarding authorized fees and to impose corrective action if an LEA violates fee provisions. - Providing that the public education system shall be free for residents aged 5-18 and for those over 18 who have not completed high school requirements. - Appropriating one-time funds to the State Board of Education to mitigate local revenue impacts associated with implementing the fee changes.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends and enacts provisions related to elementary and secondary school fees.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mark Strong (R)*, Ann Millner (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 73
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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RI bill #H7813 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Makes several amendments relative to the affordable clean energy security act establishing the act's priority over chapter 6.2 of title 42 (the "2021 act on climate").
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to the Affordable Clean Energy Security Act, establishing the act's priority over the 2021 Act on Climate. It allows for the participation and development of regional or multistate emissions reduction mitigation strategies. The bill clarifies key definitions, such as "commercially reasonable," and authorizes the Office of Energy Resources to identify and participate in the development of regional or multistate emissions reduction mitigation strategies. It also provides guidance to the Public Utilities Commission on approving proposals and cost allocation related to energy infrastructure projects. The bill takes effect upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would make several amendments relative to the affordable clean energy security act establishing the act's priority over chapter 6.2 of title 42 (the "2021 act on climate") and providing for the participation and development of regional or multistate emissions reduction mitigation strategies. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Michael Chippendale (R)*, Bob Quattrocchi (R)*, Brian Newberry (R)*, Brian Rea (R)*, Sherry Roberts (R)*, George Nardone (R)*, Jon Brien (I)*, Charlene Lima (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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UT bill #SB0211 • Last Action 03/21/2024
Generational Water Infrastructure Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses the development of water resources in Utah. The key provisions are: 1. It creates the Water District Water Development Council, consisting of representatives from the four largest water conservancy districts and the Division of Water Resources, to jointly plan for and advance the responsible development of generational water infrastructure within the districts' jurisdictions. The council cannot own or operate infrastructure but can make recommendations to the Legislature. 2. It creates the position of Utah Water Agent, appointed by the governor, to explore and negotiate with other states and tribes regarding possible water importation projects, except for interests governed by existing interstate compacts. The water agent must coordinate with the Water District Water Development Council and other state entities. 3. It appropriates $4 million ($1 million ongoing, $3 million one-time) for the Utah Water Agent position and administrative support. 4. It makes several amendments to existing laws to align with the new Water District Water Development Council and Utah Water Agent, including exempting them from certain procurement and open records requirements. The bill aims to improve the coordination and planning for meeting Utah's long-term water needs through the creation of the Water District Water Development Council and the Utah Water Agent.
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Bill Summary: This bill addresses the development of water resources.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stuart Adams (R)*, Mike Schultz (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MN bill #HF2462 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Council on LGBTQIA Minnesotans established.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Council on LGBTQIA Minnesotans, a 16-member body appointed by the governor and legislature. The council's duties include advising the governor and legislature on issues affecting the LGBTQIA community, recommending legislative and administrative changes, serving as a liaison between state government and LGBTQIA organizations, and conducting studies to suggest solutions to problems faced by the LGBTQIA community. The bill also provides for an executive director, staff, and administrative support for the council, as well as an appropriation from the general fund to implement the council's purposes.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; establishing the Council on LGBTQIA Minnesotans; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 15.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 16 : Brion Curran (D)*, Leigh Finke (D), Liz Reyer (D), Heather Keeler (D), Liish Kozlowski (D), Cedrick Frazier (D), María Isa Pérez-Vega (D), Athena Hollins (D), Jess Hanson (D), Sydney Jordan (D), Zack Stephenson (D), Jamie Becker-Finn (D), Cheryl Youakim (D), Peter Fischer (D), Larry Kraft (D), Liz Lee (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/02/2023
• Last Action: Author added Lee, K.
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UT bill #HB0080 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Candidate and Officeholder Disclosure Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to conflicts of interest and campaign finance disclosure statements. It requires elected officers in municipalities, counties, and certain other governmental entities to annually disclose any potential conflicts of interest, and establishes penalties for failing to do so. The bill also makes changes to campaign finance disclosure requirements for municipal and county candidates, including increasing the anonymous contribution limit, adding deadlines for filing reports, and requiring publication of the reports online. Additionally, the bill amends the Utah Public Officers' and Employees' Ethics Act to provide more detailed disclosure requirements for public officers and employees regarding assistance provided to business entities and interests in regulated businesses.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to conflicts of interest and campaign finance disclosure statements.
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• Introduced: 12/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Paul Cutler (R)*, Jerry Stevenson (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0035 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Metro Township Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Modifies and enacts provisions relating to metro townships. Specifically, it converts existing metro townships into municipalities and classifies them based on population under Section 10-2-301. The powers of municipal government for the converted municipalities are vested in a five-member council under the five-member council form of municipal government, with the option to change the form of government. The bill provides for the continuity of operations, ordinances, and services for the converted municipalities. It also makes conforming changes throughout the Utah Code to remove references to metro townships and incorporate the converted municipalities. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024, except for changes to the effective date of amendments to Sections 10-2-425 and 53-2d-101, which take effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies and enacts provisions relating to metro townships.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jordan Teuscher (R)*, Luz Escamilla (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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GA bill #HB839 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Social Work Licensure Compact Act; enact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Social Work Licensure Compact Act" in Georgia, which allows social workers licensed in one state to practice across state lines in other member states. The bill authorizes the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists to administer the compact in Georgia. It establishes the compact commission, data system, rulemaking, and enforcement procedures. The bill also increases the required hours for massage therapist licensure from 500 to 625 hours. Overall, this bill aims to facilitate interstate practice of social workers, improve access to social work services, and enhance regulatory cooperation between states.
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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 change provisions relating to licensure of individuals wanting to practice certain professions in this state; to enter into an interstate compact known as the "Social Work Licensure Compact"; to authorize the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists to administer the compact in this state; to change a certain requirement relating to licensure of massage therapists; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 03/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Katie Dempsey (R)*, Shelly Hutchinson (D)*, Sharon Cooper (R)*, Alan Powell (R)*, Jason Ridley (R)*, Larry Walker (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/21/2024
• Last Action: Senate Read Second Time
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MN bill #HF4552 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Minnesota Statutes language concerning expired human services reports to the legislature removed.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes language from Minnesota Statutes concerning expired human services reports to the legislature. Specifically, it repeals requirements for the commissioner of human services to submit biennial or periodic reports on various human services programs and activities, such as behavioral health crisis facilities, services for people with disabilities, and homeless youth programs.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; removing language from Minnesota Statutes concerning expired human services reports to the legislature; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 254A.03, subdivision 1; 256B.69, subdivision 5k; 256C.233, subdivision 2; 402A.16, subdivision 2; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 256B.4914, subdivisions 10, 10a; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 245G.011, subdivision 5; 252.34; 256.01, subdivisions 39, 41; 256B.79, subdivision 6; 256K.45, subdivision 2.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Bianca Virnig (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/04/2024
• Last Action: Committee report, to adopt and re-refer to Health Finance and Policy
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TN bill #SB2868 • Last Action 03/20/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2, Chapter 13, relative to selection of candidates for United States senator.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a process for the majority and minority party caucuses of the Tennessee General Assembly to nominate candidates for the United States Senate. This process becomes operable when the incumbent senator declines to run for re-election, loses a re-election bid, or a vacancy is created in the office. The bill also establishes rules for the nominating process, including a mechanism for citizens to have their names placed in nomination. The provisions of this bill will apply to the senatorial seats held by the incumbents elected in 2018 and 2020, and each subsequent election for those seats.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, creates a process for the majority and minority party caucuses of the general assembly to nominate candidates for United States senator; provides that such process becomes operable for each respective senatorial seat when the respective incumbent declines to run for re-election, loses a re-election bid, or a vacancy is created in the office. - Amends TCA Title 2, Chapter 13.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Frank Niceley (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Failed in Senate State and Local Government Committee
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VA bill #SB734 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; electronic meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to change the number of all-virtual public meetings that public bodies (with certain exceptions) can convene in a calendar year. The current law limits these meetings to no more than two times per calendar year or 25% of the meetings held per calendar year, whichever is greater. This bill increases that to no more than two times per calendar year or 50% of the meetings held per calendar year, whichever is greater. The bill also specifies that when audio-visual technology is available, a member of a public body shall be considered absent for purposes of a quorum if their visual communication is voluntarily disconnected or their audio communication involuntarily fails.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; electronic meetings. Amends the number of all-virtual public meetings that public bodies, with certain exceptions, may convene in a calendar year to no more than two times per calendar year or 50 percent of the meetings held per calendar year rounded up to the next whole number, whichever is greater. Current law limits the number of all-virtual public meetings to no more than two times per calendar year or 25 percent of the meetings held per calendar year rounded up to the next whole number, whichever is greater. The bill also provides that with respect to all-virtual public meetings, when audio-visual technology is available, a member of a public body shall, for purposes of a quorum, be considered absent from any portion of the meeting during which visual communication with the member is voluntarily disconnected or otherwise fails or during which audio communication involuntarily fails.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Marsden (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 03/20/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0129)
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UT bill #HB0227 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Municipal Office Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to filling a mid-term vacancy in a municipal office. It amends the law to allow the mayor to vote to break a tie vote by the city council on filling a vacancy in a six-member council or council-manager form of government. The bill also removes the mayor's ability to participate in or veto the filling of a vacancy in a council-mayor form of government, except when the mayor's resignation created the vacancy. The bill specifies that the municipal legislative body may adopt procedures governing the appointment, interview, and voting process for filling vacancies in municipal offices.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to the filling of a mid-term vacancy in a municipal office.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Doug Welton (R)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0013 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Education Entity Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides a home-based microschool and micro-education entity with certain similar duties, requirements, waivers, and rights as private and charter schools. Specifically, the bill defines a home-based microschool as an individual or association that provides K-12 education services to 16 or fewer students from a residential property, and a micro-education entity as a person or association that provides K-12 education services to 100 or fewer students. The bill grants these entities status as permitted uses in all zoning districts within a municipality or county, requires their land use applications to be processed on a first priority basis, and allows them to operate in certain facilities without additional occupancy requirements. The bill also exempts home-based microschools and micro-education entities from local health department food establishment permit and inspection requirements if they do not prepare and serve food. Finally, the bill clarifies provisions related to the placement of students transferring from home schools, home-based microschools, or micro-education entities into public schools.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides a home-based microschool and micro-education entity with certain similar duties, requirements, waivers, and rights as private and charter schools.
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• Introduced: 12/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lincoln Fillmore (R)*, Stephanie Gricius (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MN bill #HF3484 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Charter school provisions modified.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions related to charter schools in Minnesota. The key changes are: - It updates the goal and purposes of charter schools to focus on improving student learning, achievement, and success, rather than just "all pupil learning." It requires charter schools to identify and document the specific purposes they will address in their charter contract. - It clarifies the roles and responsibilities of charter school authorizers, including reviewing applications, negotiating contracts, monitoring performance, and evaluating schools for renewal or termination. It limits the commissioner's ability to impose additional requirements on authorizers beyond what is in statute or the charter contract. - It makes changes to the composition and governance of charter school boards of directors, including requiring board member training, setting term limits, and establishing procedures for board elections and changes to board structure. - It specifies grounds for authorizers to not renew or terminate a charter school contract, and requires authorizers to provide an informal hearing process before doing so. - It updates requirements related to student admission, enrollment preferences, and prohibitions on inducements for enrollment. - It establishes new qualifications and training requirements for charter school administrators and leaders who do not hold a valid administrator's license. - It addresses conflicts of interest, including prohibiting charter school employees and board members from serving on the board or decision-making committee of the school's authorizer. The overall intent is to provide more clarity and specificity around the roles, responsibilities, and operations of charter schools and their governing authorities in Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; modifying charter school provisions; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 124E.01, subdivision 1; 124E.05, subdivisions 2, 5; 124E.07; 124E.10, subdivision 4; 124E.12, subdivision 2; 124E.14; 124E.17; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 124E.02; 124E.05, subdivision 4; 124E.11.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Sandra Feist (D)*, Kristi Pursell (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 3/20/2024 )
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UT bill #SB0037 • Last Action 03/20/2024
Election Law Revisions
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions in the Election Code and related provisions. It makes changes to the terms of special district board members, the procedures for special district board elections, ballot reconciliation requirements, the canvassing of election returns, the voter information pamphlet, the analysis of ballot measures, the withdrawal of candidates, and the declaration of candidacy process. The bill also amends the Government Records Access and Management Act to exclude a candidate's email address from being considered a public record. The bill's provisions generally take effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions in the Election Code and related provisions.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lincoln Fillmore (R)*, Brady Brammer (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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IL bill #HB5785 • Last Action 03/20/2024
CONCEALED CARRY-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Concealed Carry Act and makes corresponding changes to various other laws. The key provisions are: - Repeals the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, removing the concealed carry licensing system. - Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act to remove provisions related to concealed carry licenses. - Amends the Illinois TRUST Act to remove references to the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. - Amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to exempt holders of a valid Firearm Owner's Identification Card from certain prohibitions related to carrying firearms. - Repeals Section 13.4 of the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act, which preempted local regulation of concealed carry. This bill effectively eliminates the concealed carry licensing system in Illinois and restores the Firearm Owner's Identification Card as the primary means of regulating firearm possession and transfer in the state.
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Bill Summary: Repeals the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that the unlawful use of weapons and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon statutes do not apply to or affect any person carrying a concealed pistol, revolver, or handgun and the person has been issued a currently valid Firearm Owner's Identification Card under the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cabello (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/18/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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TN bill #SB2903 • Last Action 03/19/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2, Chapter 13, relative to selection of candidates for United States senator.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a process for the majority and minority party caucuses of the Tennessee General Assembly to nominate candidates for United States senator. The bill removes an existing provision and amends current law to allow the party caucuses to nominate candidates, who would then appear on the general election ballot. The bill specifies that a person nominated by a party caucus who does not win the nomination cannot qualify as an independent or write-in candidate in the general election for U.S. senator. The bill would take effect on November 6, 2024.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, creates a process for the majority and minority party caucuses of the general assembly to nominate candidates for United States senator. - Amends TCA Title 2, Chapter 13.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Bailey (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee
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UT bill #SB0026 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Behavioral Health Licensing Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends behavioral health licensing provisions. The key provisions of this bill include: - Establishing the Behavioral Health Board to oversee licenses under the Mental Health Professional Practice Act and the Psychologist Licensing Act, and create advisory committees to provide recommendations on qualifications, professional development, background checks, and probation/compliance. - Defining new license classifications for master addiction counselors, associate master addiction counselors, and behavioral health coaches and technicians, and establishing qualification requirements for these new licenses. - Updating supervision and training requirements for clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and clinical mental health counselors. - Authorizing certified prescribing psychologists and provisional prescribing psychologists to prescribe certain medications under specific conditions. - Requiring additional disclosures and transparency from mental health providers to their clients. - Coordinating the changes to clinical social worker licensure requirements with a separate Social Work Licensure Compact bill. The bill aims to support an adequate behavioral health workforce while protecting public health and safety through updated licensing requirements and oversight.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends behavioral health licensing provisions.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Curt Bramble (R)*, Cory Maloy (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 64
• Last Amended: 03/12/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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RI bill #H7181 • Last Action 03/19/2024
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: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous changes to the Access to Public Records Act, including: 1. Clarifying the definition of "public body" to include police departments of higher education institutions and specifying that certain medical, personnel, and other personally identifiable records are not considered public records, with some exceptions. 2. Requiring that final reports of internal affairs investigations be made public, subject to redaction of personal information, and making body-worn camera footage subject to public records requests, with some exceptions. 3. Increasing the civil fines for knowing and willful or reckless violations of the Act from $2,000 to $4,000 and $1,000 to $2,000, respectively, and allowing the court to impose additional fines of up to $100 per day for improper withholding of records. 4. Making certain traffic accident data and information about preferred license plates public records, despite federal laws that would otherwise restrict their disclosure. 5. Clarifying procedures for public records requests, including requirements for public bodies to establish written procedures, allow multiple request submission methods, and respond within specific timelines. Overall, the bill aims to increase transparency and public access to government records, with some exceptions to protect personal privacy and ongoing investigations.
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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 record 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. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Pat Serpa (D)*, Joseph Solomon (D)*, Bob Phillips (D)*, Jon Brien (I)*, Doc Corvese (D)*, Jay Edwards (D)*, Raymond Hull (D)*, Jason Knight (D)*, Mia Ackerman (D)*, Brian Newberry (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/11/2024
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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UT bill #SB0165 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Title Recording Notice Requirements Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies notice requirements related to real property. Specifically, it requires county recorders to maintain a system that allows property owners to receive electronic notice when the county records a deed or mortgage on the property. It also requires county recorders to provide such electronic notice to property owners who elect to receive it, within 30 days of recording a deed or mortgage. Additionally, the bill requires certain tax notices sent in 2024-2026 to include information about how to elect to receive the electronic property recording notices.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies notice requirements related to real property.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Jeff Stenquist (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0036 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Open and Public Meetings Act Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions of the Open and Public Meetings Act. It clarifies the definition of a "meeting" to specify the requirements for a gathering to be considered a meeting that must comply with the Act's requirements. The bill also amends provisions related to electronic meetings, including clarifying the requirements for public bodies to hold electronic meetings and prohibiting individuals from predetermining actions to be taken by a public body outside of a meeting. The bill provides that a prevailing plaintiff in a lawsuit to void a final action taken in violation of the prohibition on predetermining actions may be awarded reasonable attorney's fees and costs. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions of the Open and Public Meetings Act.
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• Introduced: 12/19/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Dunnigan (R)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 54
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0168 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Affordable Building Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions facilitating affordable buildings. Specifically, it: - Allows municipalities and counties to create "home ownership promotion zones" to promote affordable housing and home ownership. These zones must be at least 6 housing units per acre, with at least 60% of the units being affordable housing that are deed-restricted for owner occupancy for at least 5 years. - Municipalities and counties may receive and use tax increment financing from these zones to pay for infrastructure, housing, and administrative costs. - Requires regulations and oversight for modular building construction, installation, and inspection by local regulators. - Amends various provisions related to moderate income housing elements in municipal and county general plans. - Makes changes to the Olene Walker Housing Loan Fund Board and the First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program. - Provides an effective date of May 1, 2024 and retrospective operation for certain provisions to July 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions facilitating affordable buildings.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lincoln Fillmore (R)*, Stephen Whyte (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 58
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0562 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts and modifies provisions relating to the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District. Key provisions include: - Creating the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District as an independent, nonprofit, separate political subdivision of the state to facilitate development and investment within the fairpark area, including the construction of a qualified stadium for a major league sports team. - Allowing the fairpark district to receive enhanced property tax revenue, impose an energy sales and use tax and an accommodations tax, and issue bonds to finance development projects. - Establishing a governing board for the fairpark district and setting forth the board's powers and duties. - Specifying the fairpark district can use its funds for various purposes, including the development and construction of a qualified stadium. - Requiring the fairpark district to pay 20% of privilege tax revenue on state-owned land within the district for affordable housing. - Transferring sales tax revenue from transactions within the fairpark district to the district beginning October 1, 2024. The bill also makes related changes to other state laws regarding taxation, budgeting, and governance of the fairpark area.
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Bill Summary: This bill enacts and modifies provisions relating to the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ryan Wilcox (R)*, Lincoln Fillmore (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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WA bill #HB1939 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Adopting the social work licensure compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to adopt the social work licensure compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the social work licensure compact commission, a government agency consisting of member states, to oversee the compact. - Defining eligibility requirements for states to join and participate in the compact, including licensing and accreditation standards. - Outlining the process for social workers to obtain a multistate license that authorizes practice in all member states. - Granting member states the authority to take adverse action against a social worker's multistate authorization to practice in their state, while the home state retains the power to take action against the multistate license. - Requiring member states to participate in a coordinated data system to facilitate information sharing about licensees. - Establishing rule-making procedures for the compact commission and outlining provisions for compact oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to adopting the social work licensure compact; 2 adding a new chapter to Title 18 RCW; creating a new section; and 3 providing a contingent effective date. 4
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• Introduced: 12/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 16 : Tina Orwall (D)*, Alicia Rule (D), Mari Leavitt (D), Vandana Slatter (D), Jessica Bateman (D), Julia Reed (D), Cyndy Jacobsen (R), Lisa Callan (D), Nicole Macri (D), Brandy Donaghy (D), Beth Doglio (D), Roger Goodman (D), Kristine Reeves (D), Marcus Riccelli (D), Clyde Shavers (D), David Hackney (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 03/26/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 6/6/2024.
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MN bill #SF4461 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Open Meeting Law modification to allow unlimited remote participation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Open Meeting Law in Minnesota to allow for unlimited remote participation in public meetings by members of government bodies. It removes the previous restrictions that limited remote participation to no more than three times per year, except for certain circumstances. The bill also requires public bodies to provide notice that some members may be participating remotely, but no longer requires notice of the specific locations where remote members are participating from.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to local government; modifying the open meeting law to allow unlimited remote participation; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 13D.02, subdivision 4; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 13D.02, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Alice Mann (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/28/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (11:00:00 3/19/2024 )
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UT bill #HB0494 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Funds Administration Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the State Money Management Act to allow public bodies that administer certain funds, such as the Utah State Retirement Board and the Utah Educational Savings Plan, to hold closed meetings to discuss the sale or purchase of investment-related securities, funds, or contracts. It also exempts records related to the investment activities of these funds from the Government Records Access and Management Act. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies a provision of the State Money Management Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jefferson Moss (R)*, Chris Wilson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MN bill #SF4297 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Open Meeting Law modification
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Open Meeting Law in Minnesota. It requires public bodies, to the extent practical, to allow people to monitor meetings that are open to the public from a remote location. It also mandates that if a public body offers a public comment period, it must be held during the meeting, and the location of the meeting must serve as the location where members of the public can deliver comments. However, the public body may also allow public comment from a remote location.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to open meetings; modifying the Open Meeting Law; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 13D.01, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 13D.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Nicole Mitchell (D)*, Omar Fateh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (11:00:00 3/19/2024 )
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UT bill #HB0013 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Infrastructure Financing Districts
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts and modifies provisions related to infrastructure financing districts. The key provisions are: - Authorizes the creation of infrastructure financing districts to provide funding for public infrastructure and improvements, such as sewer, electricity, and transportation facilities. - Sets requirements for the petition process to create an infrastructure financing district, including that the estimated cost of the public infrastructure and improvements exceed $1 million. - Provides special governance and financing provisions for infrastructure financing districts, including allowing the district to issue assessment bonds and levy assessments, and requiring transition from appointed to elected board members for residential districts. - Specifies that infrastructure financing districts are separate and independent from other political subdivisions, and that their debts and obligations are borne solely by the district. - Establishes reporting requirements for infrastructure financing districts and procedures for contesting district actions.
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Bill Summary: This bill enacts and modifies provisions related to infrastructure financing districts.
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• Introduced: 12/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Dunnigan (R)*, Kirk Cullimore (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 66
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0379 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Federalism Commission Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to the Federalism Commission, a state legislative commission. Key changes include: 1) establishing that the commission will have nine voting members, including the president and minority leader of the Senate, the speaker and minority leader of the House, and other legislators appointed by the Senate president and House speaker; 2) allowing the Legislative Management Committee to appoint non-voting members to the commission based on recommendations from the co-chairs; 3) allowing the commission to provide assistance to other interim legislative committees on bills related to the commission's duties; and 4) setting an effective date of May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to the Federalism Commission.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Keven Stratton (R)*, Ron Winterton (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MI bill #HB4089 • Last Action 03/19/2024
Education: safety; school safety and mental health commission; create. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1308h.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the School Safety and Mental Health Commission within the Michigan Department of Education. The commission will consist of 9 members appointed by the Speaker of the House, Senate Majority Leader, and Governor, with expertise in areas such as school mental health, law enforcement, education, and mental health treatment. The commission will collaborate with state agencies and educational/mental health professionals to identify and support students at risk of behavioral health issues, including reducing youth suicide. It will also review and make recommendations on the use of school safety funding, and provide input on building construction related to school safety. The commission may hire an executive director and staff to carry out its duties.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"(MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1308h.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 38 : Luke Meerman (R)*, Kelly Breen (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Noah Arbit (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Stephanie Young (D), Reggie Miller (D), Rachel Hood (D), Bryan Posthumus (R), Matt Bierlein (R), Brian BeGole (R), Alicia St. Germaine (R), David Martin (R), Jerry Neyer (R), Jennifer Conlin (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Ranjeev Puri (D), Bill Schuette (R), Kara Hope (D), Jaime Greene (R), Jim Haadsma (D), Joseph Fox (R), Greg Markkanen (R), Kimberly Edwards (D), Greg Alexander (R), Gina Johnsen (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Mark Tisdel (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Julie Brixie (D), Tom Kunse (R), Natalie Price (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), J.R. Roth (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Karen Whitsett (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: House Education (09:00:00 3/19/2024 Room 521, House Office Building)
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UT bill #SB0192 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Higher Education Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends higher education funding metrics, requirements and governance, and updates general code language. Specifically, the bill: - Establishes a restricted Performance Funding Restricted Account to be used for performance funding for degree-granting institutions and technical colleges, with funding tied to personal income tax withholding growth. - Modifies the powers and duties of the Utah Board of Higher Education, including requiring the board to implement shared administrative services across institutions and authorizing the board to hire and evaluate institution presidents. - Clarifies the roles and responsibilities of institution presidents, including giving them authority over budgets, tuition, fees, organizational structure, and personnel policies. - Allows institutions to appoint their own attorneys for legal advice and coordination, with oversight from the Board. - Establishes talent advisory councils and initiatives to target workforce needs in specific industries. - Makes various other changes to higher education governance, reporting, policies, and operations.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends higher education funding metrics, requirements and governance, and updates general code language.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ann Millner (R)*, Karen Peterson (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 62
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0259 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Requirements for Districts Providing Services
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to local government districts that provide services. It makes changes to election procedures for special district board members, including allowing special districts to hold elections at the regular general election instead of the municipal general election. The bill also allows special districts with appointed board members to divide the district into divisions for appointing board members. Additionally, the bill imposes new requirements for how special districts process payments and impose or increase fees for services. Finally, the bill makes changes related to the annexation of areas into special service districts and when those annexed areas become subject to district fees and taxes. This bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to local government districts that provide services.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kirk Cullimore (R)*, Karianne Lisonbee (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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IN bill #HB1338 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Security of property and meeting decorum.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the governing bodies of certain local government agencies to adopt rules or policies governing the conduct of meetings. It provides that the presiding member may issue warnings to disruptive attendees and direct them to leave the meeting on the third warning, and may also direct a law enforcement officer to remove disruptive attendees. The rules and policies must be posted or announced before taking public testimony. The bill also specifies that a person commits criminal trespass by knowingly or intentionally entering a locked area without permission or refusing to leave an area not publicly accessible after being asked to leave by a law enforcement officer or agent of the property owner or operator. Additionally, the bill provides that the public access counselor serves at the pleasure of the governor and must consider only the plain text of the public access laws and valid Indiana court opinions when issuing advisory opinions.
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Bill Summary: Security of property and meeting decorum. Allows the governing bodies of certain local government agencies (local agencies) to adopt rules or policies governing the conduct of meetings. Provides that a rule or policy may provide that the presiding member of the governing body of the local agency may: (1) issue warnings to disruptive attendees and direct them to leave the meeting on the third warning; and (2) direct a law enforcement officer to remove disruptive attendees. Provides that the rules and policies must be posted at the meeting entrance or announced before taking public testimony. Specifies that a provision of the tort claims law providing immunity to a government entity or employee in adopting and enforcing a law or rule applies. Provides that a person commits criminal trespass by knowingly or intentionally: (1) entering a locked area without permission; or (2) refusing to leave an area not publicly accessible after being asked to leave by a law enforcement officer or agent of the property owner or operator. Specifies that: (1) the public access counselor serves at the pleasure of the governor; and (2) when issuing an advisory opinion, the public access counselor may consider only the plain text of the public access laws and valid Indiana court opinions. Provides that a committee appointed directly by the governing body or a governing body's designee does not constitute a governing body that is subject to the open door law if the committee: (1) is appointed for the sole purpose of receiving information, deliberating, or making recommendations to the governing body; and (2) has not more than one member of the governing body as a member.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : J.D. Prescott (R)*, Jenny Meltzer (R), Jim Pressel (R), Doug Miller (R), Scott Baldwin (R), Scott Alexander (R), Jeff Raatz (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/06/2024
• Last Action: Public Law 171
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WA bill #SB5857 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Reorganizing statutes on campaign disclosure and contribution.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill is intended to make technical amendments to certain codified statutes that involve campaign disclosure and contribution. The bill creates a new title, Title 29B RCW, and recodifies the campaign finance and disclosure laws currently found in chapter 42.17A RCW into the new title. The bill also makes several conforming amendments to other statutes to update references to the recodified provisions. The key provisions of this bill include: - Defining various terms related to campaign finance and disclosure, such as "actual malice," "agency," "authorized committee," "ballot proposition," "bona fide political party," "campaign," "candidate," "caucus political committee," "commercial advertiser," "commission," "committee," "contribution," "depository," "elected official," "election," "electioneering communication," "expenditure," "final report," "foreign national," "general election," "gift," "immediate family," "incidental committee," "incumbent," "independent expenditure," "intermediary," "legislation," "legislative office," "lobby" and "lobbying," "lobbyist," "lobbyist's employer," "ministerial functions," "participate," "person," "political advertising," "political committee," "primary," "public office," "public record," "recall campaign," "remediable violation," "sponsor," "sponsored committee," "state office," "state official," "surplus funds," "technical correction," and "treasurer" and "deputy treasurer." - Establishing the public disclosure commission, its duties and powers. - Outlining requirements for campaign finance reporting and disclosure, including for candidates, political committees, continuing political committees, incidental committees, commercial advertisers, and out-of-state political committees. - Regulating electioneering communications and political advertising. - Imposing contribution limits and other restrictions on campaign finance activities. - Addressing public officials', employees', and agencies' campaign restrictions and prohibitions, as well as lobbying disclosure and restrictions. - Requiring personal financial affairs reporting by candidates and public officials. - Providing for enforcement of the campaign finance and disclosure laws, including civil remedies and sanctions. - Repealing the definitions section in current law and recodifying the provisions into the new title. - Making various conforming amendments to other statutes to update references to the recodified campaign finance and disclosure laws. The bill is intended to provide a comprehensive, reorganized, and updated structure for Washington's campaign finance and disclosure laws, while maintaining the core policies and requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to reorganizing statutes on campaign disclosure 2 and contribution; amending RCW 42.17A.001, 42.17A.010, 42.17A.020, 3 42.17A.055, 42.17A.060, 42.17A.065, 42.17A.100, 42.17A.105, 4 42.17A.110, 42.17A.120, 42.17A.125, 42.17A.135, 42.17A.140, 5 42.17A.145, 42.17A.150, 42.17A.160, 42.17A.200, 42.17A.205, 6 42.17A.207, 42.17A.210, 42.17A.215, 42.17A.220, 42.17A.225, 7 42.17A.230, 42.17A.235, 42.17A.240, 42.17A.250, 42.17A.255, 8 42.17A.260, 42.17A.265, 42.17A.270, 42.17A.300, 42.17A.305, 9 42.17A.310, 42.17A.315, 42.17A.320, 42.17A.330, 42.17A.335, 10 42.17A.340, 42.17A.345, 42.17A.350, 42.17A.400, 42.17A.405, 11 42.17A.410, 42.17A.415, 42.17A.417, 42.17A.418, 42.17A.420, 12 42.17A.425, 42.17A.430, 42.17A.435, 42.17A.440, 42.17A.442, 13 42.17A.445, 42.17A.450, 42.17A.455, 42.17A.460, 42.17A.465, 14 42.17A.470, 42.17A.475, 42.17A.480, 42.17A.485, 42.17A.490, 15 42.17A.495, 42.17A.500, 42.17A.550, 42.17A.555, 42.17A.565, 16 42.17A.570, 42.17A.575, 42.17A.603, 42.17A.610, 42.17A.615, 17 42.17A.620, 42.17A.625, 42.17A.630, 42.17A.635, 42.17A.640, 18 42.17A.645, 42.17A.650, 42.17A.655, 42.17A.700, 42.17A.705, 19 42.17A.710, 42.17A.715, 42.17A.750, 42.17A.755, 42.17A.760, 20 42.17A.765, 42.17A.770, 42.17A.775, 42.17A.780, 42.17A.785, 21 42.62.040, 15.89.070, 19.09.020, 28A.600.027, 28B.15.610, 22 28B.133.030, 29A.32.031, 29A.84.250, 35.02.130, 35.21.759, 23 36.70A.200, 42.36.040, 42.52.150, 42.52.180, 42.52.185, 42.52.380, SSB 5857.SL 1 42.52.560, 42.52.806, 43.03.305, 43.17.320, 43.52A.030, 43.59.156, 2 43.60A.175, 43.166.030, 43.167.020, 43.384.060, 44.05.020, 44.05.080, 3 53.57.060, 68.52.220, 70A.02.120, 79A.25.830, and 82.04.759; 4 reenacting and amending RCW 42.17A.130, 42.17A.560, 42.17A.600, 5 42.17A.605, 15.65.280, 15.66.140, 15.115.140, and 42.52.010; adding a 6 new title to the Revised Code of Washington to be codified as Title 7 29B RCW; creating new sections; recodifying RCW 42.17A.001, 8 42.17A.010, 42.17A.020, 42.17A.055, 42.17A.060, 42.17A.065, 9 42.17A.100, 42.17A.105, 42.17A.110, 42.17A.120, 42.17A.125, 10 42.17A.130, 42.17A.135, 42.17A.140, 42.17A.145, 42.17A.150, 11 42.17A.160, 42.17A.200, 42.17A.205, 42.17A.207, 42.17A.210, 12 42.17A.215, 42.17A.220, 42.17A.225, 42.17A.230, 42.17A.235, 13 42.17A.240, 42.17A.250, 42.17A.255, 42.17A.260, 42.17A.265, 14 42.17A.270, 42.17A.300, 42.17A.305, 42.17A.310, 42.17A.315, 15 42.17A.320, 42.17A.330, 42.17A.335, 42.17A.340, 42.17A.345, 16 42.17A.350, 42.17A.400, 42.17A.405, 42.17A.410, 42.17A.415, 17 42.17A.417, 42.17A.418, 42.17A.420, 42.17A.425, 42.17A.430, 18 42.17A.435, 42.17A.440, 42.17A.442, 42.17A.445, 42.17A.450, 19 42.17A.455, 42.17A.460, 42.17A.465, 42.17A.470, 42.17A.475, 20 42.17A.480, 42.17A.485, 42.17A.490, 42.17A.495, 42.17A.500, 21 42.17A.550, 42.17A.555, 42.17A.560, 42.17A.565, 42.17A.570, 22 42.17A.575, 42.17A.600, 42.17A.603, 42.17A.605, 42.17A.610, 23 42.17A.615, 42.17A.620, 42.17A.625, 42.17A.630, 42.17A.635, 24 42.17A.640, 42.17A.645, 42.17A.650, 42.17A.655, 42.17A.700, 25 42.17A.705, 42.17A.710, 42.17A.715, 42.17A.750, 42.17A.755, 26 42.17A.760, 42.17A.765, 42.17A.770, 42.17A.775, 42.17A.780, 27 42.17A.785, 42.62.020, 42.62.030, and 42.62.040; repealing RCW 28 42.17A.005 and 42.62.010; providing an effective date; and providing 29 an expiration date. 30
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• Introduced: 12/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Sam Hunt (D)*, T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 03/26/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 1/1/2026.
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UT bill #HB0280 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Water Related Changes
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes related to water in Utah: 1. It establishes a requirement for the Division of Water Resources to publish a comprehensive state water plan by December 31, 2026 and update it at least every 10 years. The plan must reference the state unified water infrastructure plan, foster communities and businesses, facilitate local agriculture, address outdoor recreation, and provide for a healthy environment. 2. It requires the Division of Water Resources to study and make recommendations by October 2024 on how to better tie water infrastructure funding to the planning and prioritization process, whether any funds should be consolidated, and whether changes are needed to the Water Development Coordinating Council. It also requires the division to study and make recommendations by October 2025 on potentially imposing a new fee to fund water infrastructure projects. 3. It expands the membership and duties of the Water Development Coordinating Council, including engaging in planning and prioritization of water infrastructure projects and expending money from the new Water Infrastructure Fund. 4. It creates the new Water Infrastructure Fund to finance water infrastructure projects, which can receive appropriations, federal funds, grants, and repayment of loans. 5. It establishes a new process for the Water Development Coordinating Council to adopt a unified water infrastructure plan, have relevant agencies submit annual water infrastructure plans, and prioritize and fund water infrastructure projects using criteria developed through rulemaking. 6. It requires recipients of water infrastructure funding to conduct reserve studies and comply with capital asset management requirements. The bill also makes various other changes to water-related laws and provides a $2.5 million one-time appropriation to the Water Infrastructure Fund for fiscal year 2025.
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Bill Summary: This bill addresses issues related to water.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Casey Snider (R)*, Scott Sandall (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 52
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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NJ bill #S3003 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Increases flexibility, clarity, and available tools of certain municipal consolidation processes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill increases flexibility, clarity, and available tools for certain municipal consolidation processes. Key provisions include: This bill would create greater flexibility in the municipal consolidation process by allowing non-contiguous municipalities within the same county to consolidate, permitting applicants to develop their own process for equalization of property assessments subject to approval, allowing for districts with unique planning mechanisms and ordinances in the new municipality, enabling the apportionment of existing or newly created debt among taxpayers in special taxing districts, and authorizing financial and other agreements between municipalities to facilitate consolidation. The bill also provides greater clarity by clarifying the petition process for creating a Municipal Consolidation Study Commission, specifying the composition and responsibilities of such a commission, requiring voter approval for consolidation regardless of how it is proposed, and revising the procedures for consolidation of sparsely populated municipalities. The bill also includes various protections for law enforcement, firefighters, and other employees affected by consolidation, as well as requirements for referendums on open space taxes and the projected property tax impact of consolidation.
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Bill Summary: This bill would create greater flexibility in the municipal consolidation process, set forth in sections 25 through 28 of P.L.2007, c.63 (C.40A:65-25 through C.40A:65-28), in the following ways: ? non-contiguous municipalities would be permitted to consolidate if located within a reasonable distance of one another; ? applicants for consolidation would be allowed to develop their own process for the equalization of property assessments in the new municipality, subject to the approval of the Director of the Division of Taxation in the Department of the Treasury; ? districts based on old or newly established boundaries with unique planning mechanisms, services, and ordinances would be permitted in the new municipality; ? existing debt, or debt newly created by any financial arrangement between any or all of the former municipalities in furtherance of any aspect of a consolidation plan, may be apportioned among the taxpayers of the consolidating municipalities as debt within special taxing districts in any manner that the parties mutually agree upon in the consolidation plan; ? consolidating municipalities would be permitted to enter into any financial or other agreement to adjust benefits between the municipalities, provide indemnification from legal actions stemming from a consolidation, or provide incentives or other acts to facilitate municipal consolidation; and ? a joint public hearing on applications for consideration of a consolidation plan or to create a Municipal Consolidation Study Commission would no longer be required. The bill provides greater clarity with respect to the municipal consolidation process in the following ways: ? clarification of the petition process for the creation of a Municipal Consolidation Study Commission, by providing specifics as to the form of the petition, its filing, and its verification, consistent with requirements for a petition proposing the formation of a joint municipal consolidation study commission under the "Municipal Consolidation Act," P.L.1977, c.435 (C.40:43-66.35 et al.); ? provision of specific requirements with regard to the composition, meetings, and responsibilities of a Municipal Consolidation Study Commission; ? clarification that a consolidation must be implemented in accordance with the consolidation plan under the oversight of the Local Finance Board; ? clarification that a Municipal Consolidation Study Commission report must address the implementation issues set forth in subsection a. of section 26 of P.L.2007, c. 63 (C.40A:65-26); ? the Director of the Division of Taxation would be expressly permitted to waive any law, rule, or regulation concerning the assessment of property that may not have anticipated a phase-in or consolidation of services if a waiver is found reasonable to further the process of consolidation, as may already be pursued through a referral to the agency pursuant to provisions of existing law; ? the Local Finance Board would be expressly permitted to, in making decisions concerning consolidation, pursue a waiver of a law, rule, or regulation that may not have anticipated a phase-in or consolidation of services through referral of the matter to the appropriate agency pursuant to provisions of existing law; and ? the Local Finance Board would be expressly authorized to make decisions and issue orders regarding consolidation. The bill permits the designation of an administrative support entity to handle the administrative affairs of the Municipal Consolidation Study Commission so that the commission can focus on its work in creating a consolidation plan. An administrative support entity would be subject to the provisions of P.L.1963, c.73 (C.47:1A-1 et seq.), more commonly known as the "Open Public Records Act." The bill requires a referendum in a new municipality on whether to have a municipal open space tax, and the amount or rate of such tax, if one or more of the consolidating municipalities has an annual open space tax levy, even if all the consolidating municipalities have an open space tax at the same rate. The bill requires that an application to create a Municipal Consolidation Study Commission include the proposed means of funding the study. The bill requires that a consolidation plan and a Municipal Consolidation Study Commission report address the projected property tax impact resulting from consolidation. The bill provides certain seniority, tenure, pension, and other protections for law enforcement officers and chiefs of police and for firefighters and fire chiefs in a consolidation, consistent with the protections for law enforcement officers and police chiefs current law provides in the case of shared services and joint contracts. The bill requires that, whenever one or more of the participating municipalities is subject to Civil Service, terminal leave payments be made to employees who were terminated for reasons of economy and efficiency as a result of a consolidation, consistent with the existing terminal leave requirement for shared services and joint contracts. The bill requires the voters of each participating municipality to approve of a proposed consolidation in order for it to be implemented, regardless of whether it is proposed by the governing bodies of the municipalities or a petition-created Municipal Consolidation Study Commission. Current law only requires approval of a consolidation by voter referendum if a consolidation is pursued by a Municipal Consolidation Study Commission created by applications of the governing bodies of the municipalities. Lastly, the bill also revises the procedures for the consolidation of a sparsely populated municipality pursuant to P.L.1995, c.376 (C.40:43-66.78 et seq.). These revisions include changing the definition of a "sparsely populated municipality" to include a municipality with a population of less than 1,000. Current law defines such municipality as one with a population of less than 500. The revisions also include requiring voter approval for a sparsely populated municipality with a population of less than 100. Current law allows such municipality to consolidate by ordinances adopted by the governing bodies of the participating municipalities. The revisions also require the formulation of a plan to consolidate a sparsely populated municipality with an absorbing municipality.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Beach (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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NJ bill #A4076 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Creates Highlands Conservation Trust to preserve land in Highlands Region, and authorizes Highlands conservation license plate to raise revenue therefor.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Highlands Conservation Trust in but not of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council. The trust's purpose is to acquire and preserve environmentally important, valuable, or sensitive lands in the New Jersey Highlands Region. The trust would be administered by a seven-member board of trustees and would have the power to acquire lands, apply for grants, accept donations, and establish incentive programs for landowners. The bill also establishes the Highlands Conservation Trust Fund to hold moneys received by the trust, which can only be used for the trust's purposes. Additionally, the bill authorizes the creation of a Highlands conservation license plate to raise revenue for the trust.
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Bill Summary: This bill would create the Highlands Conservation Trust in but not of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council. The purposes of the trust would be to acquire and hold, or acquire and convey to other governmental entities or to qualified nonprofit organizations, environmentally important, valuable, or sensitive lands located in the New Jersey Highlands Region. These lands would be permanently preserved and managed in their natural state or in a largely natural or undeveloped state for the purposes of (1) conserving and enhancing the exceptional natural resources of the Highlands Region, such as clean air, contiguous forest lands, wetlands, pristine watersheds, and habitat for fauna and flora, (2) preserving sites of historic significance, and (3) providing abundant passive recreational opportunities. Any lands acquired by the trust would become exempt from taxation and the payment of any in lieu of tax obligation upon the date of acquisition. The trust would be administered by a seven-member board of trustees comprising: four private citizens appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate; the Commissioner of Environmental Protection; the Executive Director of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council; and a mayor, or elected chief executive, of a municipality in the Highlands preservation area appointed by the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council. The trust would be empowered, among other things, to: (1) plan and implement strategies to maximize land acquisition and preservation and environmental enhancement in the Highlands Region in keeping with the purposes of the trust; (2) acquire and hold, or convey to other government entities, including but not limited to the New Jersey Natural Lands Trust, or to qualified nonprofit organizations, environmentally important, valuable, or sensitive lands in the Highlands Region; and to preserve or manage those lands in their natural state, or in a largely natural or undeveloped state, for the purposes of conserving and enhancing the exceptional natural resources of the Highlands Region, such as clean air, contiguous forest lands, wetlands, pristine watersheds, and habitat for fauna and flora, preserving sites of historic significance, and providing abundant passive recreational opportunities; (3) establish a special working relationship with the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council in furthering the purposes of the trust; (4) apply for and accept grants and other aid; solicit and accept gifts, donations, legacies, bequests, and endowments; and solicit and accept rents or royalties, all to be used for the purposes of the trust; (5) if deemed useful, authorize establishment by appropriate persons or organizations of a tax-exempt nonprofit organization or organizations for the purposes of assisting the trust; and (6) establish incentive programs to encourage landowners within the Highlands Region to (a) convey land to the trust or to other public or private entities seeking to preserve land in keeping with the purposes of the trust, or (b) manage their lands in keeping with the purposes of the trust. The bill would also establish the "Highlands Conservation Trust Fund." The trust fund would be the depository for all moneys: (1) received as a grant or other form of aid by the trust or by the State and designated for the trust; (2) given, donated, bequeathed, or endowed to the trust from public or private sources; (3) received as rent or as a royalty by the trust or by the State on behalf of the trust; (4) received as net revenues from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission in connection with the issuance of Highlands conservation license plates as authorized by the bill; and (5) appropriated or otherwise made available to the trust by the State. The moneys in the trust fund would be specifically dedicated to be used only for the purposes of the trust. No moneys in the trust fund could be utilized for the development of any land for any purpose or for the acquisition of land that will not remain in a natural or largely natural or undeveloped state, except that up to eight percent of the moneys annually received and deposited into the trust fund could be used to pay for development of sites to allow for public access and environmental education and interpretation and for the development of trails, and up to two percent of the moneys annually received and deposited into the trust fund could be used to pay for promotional and program awareness efforts. No moneys in the trust fund could be used to pay or discharge the principal of or interest on any indebtedness incurred for any purpose by the trust or any other governmental entity.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Alixon Collazos-Gill (D)*, Garnet Hall (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee
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UT bill #HB0298 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Homelessness Services Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to the provision of homeless services. It creates the Utah Homeless Services Board to oversee and coordinate homeless services in the state, including approving the state's homeless services budget and strategic plan. The bill also establishes reporting requirements for the Office of Homeless Services, including measures on progress towards reducing homelessness and the costs of homeless services. Additionally, the bill makes changes to the Homeless Shelter Cities Mitigation Restricted Account, including expanding eligibility for funding and adjusting the formula for disbursing funds to municipalities.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to the provision of homeless services.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tyler Clancy (R)*, Kirk Cullimore (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 53
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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NJ bill #ACR127 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Declares Division of State Lottery's new rule concerning online lottery sales inconsistent with legislative intent.
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: This concurrent resolution embodies the finding of the Legislature that the final rule adopted by the Division of State Lottery on August 17, 2023 at N.J.A.C. 17:20-1.5, permitting the direct internet sale of lottery tickets by the Division of State Lottery, is not consistent with the legislative intent of the "State Lottery Act". The Division of State Lottery shall have 30 days from the date of transmittal of this resolution to amend or withdraw the rule or the Legislature may, by passage of another concurrent resolution, exercise its authority under the Constitution to invalidate the rule in whole or in part.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Spearman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee
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WA bill #SB6291 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Streamlining the state building code council operating procedures by establishing criteria for statewide amendments to the state building code.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill streamlines the state building code council operating procedures by establishing criteria for statewide amendments to the state building code. Key provisions include: - Adopting a three-year state building code adoption cycle, with substantive updates only occurring during this cycle, except for emergency amendments or those directed by the legislature. - Requiring the council to review the most recent model codes within 30 months of publication and take action on adoption. - Allowing the council to initiate an interim code adoption cycle to correct errors, eliminate obsolete regulations, etc. - Establishing a process for submitting and considering petitions for statewide amendments, including the use of technical advisory groups. - Requiring the council to adopt policies and procedures for code adoption that comply with administrative procedure act requirements. - Defining key terms like "model codes," "statewide amendments," and "emergency statewide amendments." The overall goal is to provide more structure and transparency to the state building code update process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to streamlining the state building code council 2 operating procedures by establishing criteria for statewide 3 amendments to the state building code; amending RCW 19.27.031, 4 19.27.070, 19.27.074, 19.27A.025, 19.27A.045, and 19.27.015; and 5 adding new sections to chapter 19.27 RCW. 6
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Lynda Wilson (R)*, John Lovick (D), Perry Dozier (R), Shelly Short (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 03/26/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 6/6/2024.
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OK bill #HB2353 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Game and fish; seasons and rules; Commission authority; specific dates; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to grant the Wildlife Conservation Commission additional authority to regulate hunting seasons and rules. Specifically, it allows the Commission to designate a muzzle loader period and an archery period for bear hunting, and it clarifies the Commission's authority to make administrative changes to hunting seasons, bag limits, and methods of take based on their assessment of wildlife populations and compatibility with agricultural use of the land. The bill also includes an emergency clause, making the changes effective immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: game and fish - seasons and rules - emergency
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Eddy Dempsey (R)*, Grant Green (R)*, Kevin Wallace (R), Cowboy Stephens (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/11/2023
• Last Action: Coauthored by Senator Stephens
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UT bill #HB0376 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Jail Photo Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to the disclosure of booking photographs taken during the process of booking an individual into jail. The key provisions are: 1. A sheriff may not provide a copy of a booking photograph if it will be placed in a "publish-for-pay" publication or website, or if the photograph is a protected record under existing law. However, the sheriff must display the booking photograph to certain individuals, such as alleged victims of the crime or their immediate family members, but these individuals are not permitted to retain, copy, or distribute the photograph. 2. The bill adds a new exemption to the state's Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA) to protect booking photographs as a protected record, unless certain exceptions apply, such as if the individual is convicted or the image is needed for law enforcement purposes. 3. The bill requires the new provisions to take effect on May 1, 2024. In summary, this bill places restrictions on the disclosure and dissemination of booking photographs, while still allowing access in certain circumstances, such as for alleged victims or law enforcement purposes.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to the disclosure of an image taken during the process of booking an individual into jail.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Keven Stratton (R)*, Mike Kennedy (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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AZ bill #SB1200 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Veterinarians; malpractice; unprofessional conduct
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to veterinarians. The key provisions are: 1. Expands the definition of "unprofessional or dishonorable conduct" for veterinarians to include making false statements on documents, withholding known medical information from owners, and delegating responsibilities to unqualified persons. 2. Increases the maximum civil penalty the Arizona Veterinary Medical Examining Board can impose from $1,000 to $1,900, and requires the board to increase this amount annually for inflation. 3. Allows the board to impose civil penalties for administrative violations, such as failure to provide records to animal owners or other veterinarians within 10 days of a request. 4. Authorizes the board to increase the maximum civil penalties it can impose for violations or for engaging in unlicensed veterinary practice. 5. Provides more detail on the investigative committees appointed by the board to investigate allegations of violations, including the composition and duties of these committees.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 32-2232, 32-2233 and 32-2237, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to veterinarians.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 2 : John Kavanagh (R)*, Amish Shah (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: House LARA Committee action: Held, voting: (0-0-0-0-0-0)
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UT bill #SB0019 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Utah Communications Authority Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to the Utah Communications Authority, an independent state agency that oversees public safety communications in Utah. Key provisions include: - Defining the Authority as an independent state agency, exempting it from certain state government administrative requirements while subjecting it to open meetings, records, and procurement laws. - Revising the composition and powers of the Authority's governing board, including changes to board member terms and appointment processes. - Requiring the Authority to create and annually update a comprehensive strategic plan for the state's 911 system, radio network, and interoperability efforts, and to report on this plan and the Authority's finances each year. - Establishing a restricted account for funding a shared statewide computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system and platform, with a transfer of remaining funds to the 911 account after fiscal year 2024. - Revising the formula and requirements for distributing funds from the 911 account to qualifying public safety answering points (PSAPs) that meet certain performance standards. - Repealing certain provisions related to the CAD restricted account after fiscal year 2024. - Maintaining the current 2% cap on the 911 call transfer rate for PSAPs, removing previous graduated reduction requirements. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions related to the Utah Communications Authority.
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• Introduced: 12/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Cheryl Acton (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0247 • Last Action 03/18/2024
Revisor's Technical Corrections to Utah Code
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes technical changes to provisions of the Utah Code.
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Bill Summary: This bill makes technical changes to provisions of the Utah Code.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Evan Vickers (R)*, Jefferson Moss (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MS bill #HR67 • Last Action 03/18/2024
House Rules; adopt permanent rules for the 2024-2028 term.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A Resolution Adopting The Permanent Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The 2024-2028 Term.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Fred Shanks (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/13/2024
• Last Action: Enrolled Bill Signed
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VT bill #H0839 • Last Action 03/15/2024
An act related to fiscal year 2024 budget adjustments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several adjustments to the fiscal year 2024 budget, including: - Increasing appropriations for the state police, the military air service contract, the Cannabis Control Board, the Agency of Human Services Secretary's Office, the Department of Vermont Health Access, Medicaid programs, public health, mental health, the Department for Children and Families, the Department of Corrections, fish and wildlife, environmental conservation, and commerce and community development. - Providing one-time appropriations for various purposes, such as FEMA matching funds, local economic damage grants, Enterprise Resource Planning modernization, community violence prevention, foster youth driver's education, and emergency housing needs. - Authorizing the creation of new positions in several state agencies. - Modifying various funds, transfers, and reserves, including the Tax Computer System Modernization Fund, the Universal Afterschool and Summer Special Fund, and the Emergency Relief and Assistance Fund. - Amending several laws related to topics such as prevailing wages, public health records, family child care homes, municipal equipment loans, the VT Saves retirement savings program, and the Vermont Strong license plates. The bill also extends temporary emergency housing provisions through June 2024 and makes various other technical and clarifying changes.
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Bill Summary: An act related to fiscal year 2024 budget adjustments.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Appropriations
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 108
• Last Amended: 03/25/2024
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on March 13, 2024
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IL bill #SB2795 • Last Action 03/15/2024
SAFE PATIENT LIMITS ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the SAFE PATIENT LIMITS ACT, creates the Safe Patient Limits Act which provides the maximum number of patients that may be assigned to a registered nurse in specified situations. It requires the Department of Public Health to adopt rules governing the implementation and administration of the Act. The bill also makes changes to the Hospital Licensing Act and the Nurse Practice Act, including ratifying and approving the Nurse Licensure Compact which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. The bill provides rights and protections for nurses, establishes recordkeeping requirements, and contains enforcement provisions.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Safe Patient Limits Act. Provides the maximum number of patients that may be assigned to a registered nurse in specified situations. Provides that nothing shall preclude a facility from assigning fewer patients to a registered nurse than the limits provided in the Act. Provides that the maximum patient assignments may not be exceeded, regardless of the use and application of any patient acuity system. Requires the Department of Public Health to adopt rules governing the implementation and administration of the Act. Provides that all facilities shall adopt written policies and procedures for the training and orientation of nursing staff and that no registered nurse shall be assigned to a nursing unit or clinical area unless that nurse has, among other things, demonstrated competence in providing care in that area. Provides requirements for the Act's implementation. Establishes recordkeeping requirements. Provides rights and protections for nurses. Contains a severability provision and other provisions. Amends the Hospital Licensing Act. Provides that a hospital shall not mandate that a registered professional nurse delegate nursing interventions. Makes changes concerning staffing plans. Amends the Nurse Practice Act. Requires the exercise of professional judgment by a direct care registered professional nurse in the performance of his or her scope of practice to be provided in the exclusive interests of the patient. Ratifies and approves the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. Provides that the Compact does not supersede existing State labor laws. Provides that the State may not share with or disclose to the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or any other state any of the contents of a nationwide criminal history records check conducted for the purpose of multistate licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Halpin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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WA bill #SB6120 • Last Action 03/15/2024
Concerning the Wildland Urban Interface Code.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) related to the Wildland Urban Interface Code. The key provisions are: 1. Adopts portions of the International Wildland Urban Interface Code as part of the State Building Code, specifically referencing sections related to roof coverings, exterior walls, and appendages/projections on buildings in designated high-risk wildfire areas. 2. Allows all counties, cities, and towns to adopt the International Wildland Urban Interface Code in whole or in part, but prohibits amendments that exceed the minimum performance standards in the adopted code. 3. Requires the Department of Natural Resources to establish and maintain a statewide wildfire hazard map and base-level wildfire risk map for each county, which local governments can use to apply the Wildland Urban Interface Code requirements. 4. Requires local governments to apply the Wildland Urban Interface Code to commercial and residential building permits in areas designated as high or very high hazard on the state-provided or locally-approved maps. 5. Declares the bill an emergency, taking effect immediately upon the Governor's approval.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the Wildland Urban Interface Code; amending 2 RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, 19.27.560, and 43.30.580; and declaring an 3 emergency. 4
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Kevin Van De Wege (D)*, John Braun (R), Shelly Short (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 03/20/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 3/15/2024.
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IL bill #SB3777 • Last Action 03/15/2024
DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Department of Early Childhood to begin operation on July 1, 2024 and transfers to it certain rights, powers, duties, and functions currently exercised by various agencies of State Government. Beginning July 1, 2026, the Department of Early Childhood shall be the lead State agency for administering and providing early childhood education and care programs and services to children and families including: home-visiting services; early intervention services; preschool services; child care services; licensing for day care centers, day care homes, and group day care homes; and other early childhood education and care programs and administrative functions historically managed by the State Board of Education, the Department of Human Services, and the Department of Children and Family Services. The bill makes conforming changes to various Acts including the Department of Human Services Act, the Illinois Early Learning Council Act, the Illinois Procurement Code, the School Code, the Illinois Public Aid Code, the Early Intervention Services System Act and the Children and Family Services Act. The bill is effective immediately.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Department of Early Childhood Act. Creates the Department of Early Childhood to begin operation on July 1, 2024 and transfers to it certain rights, powers, duties, and functions currently exercised by various agencies of State Government. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026 the Department of Early Childhood shall be the lead State agency for administering and providing early childhood education and care programs and services to children and families including: home-visiting services; early intervention services; preschool services; child care services; licensing for day care centers, day care homes, and group day care homes; and other early childhood education and care programs and administrative functions historically managed by the State Board of Education, the Department of Human Services, and the Department of Children and Family Services. Makes conforming changes to various Acts including the Department of Human Services Act, the Illinois Early Learning Council Act, the Illinois Procurement Code, the School Code, the Illinois Public Aid Code, the Early Intervention Services System Act and the Children and Family Services Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Kimberly Lightford (D)*, Julie Morrison (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Mike Halpin (D), Meg Loughran Cappel (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Cristina Castro (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mike Simmons (D), Laura Fine (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Emil Jones (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Dave Koehler (D), Ram Villivalam (D), Celina Villanueva (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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UT bill #HB0070 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Fatality Review Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions relating to fatality reviews. The key changes are: - Expands the definition of "qualified individual" whose death or near fatality may trigger a formal review to include more categories of individuals receiving services from the Department of Health and Human Services. - Requires the Department to provide certain fatality review reports, recommendations, and responses to the Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel and legislative committees, which may review the reports in closed meetings. - Requires the Department to provide an annual executive summary of all formal review reports to the legislature. - Makes fatality review documents protected records not subject to public disclosure or use in legal proceedings. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions relating to fatality reviews.
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• Introduced: 12/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Christine Watkins (R)*, Mike Kennedy (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0045 • Last Action 03/14/2024
License Plate Revisions
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions related to license plates, including requirements for display, fees, distribution, design, and funding. The key provisions are: This bill shifts license plate distribution to a central location by July 1, 2025, and ends the issuance of sets of two plates, instead issuing one license plate, with some exceptions. The bill establishes a license plate design review board to approve proposed license plate designs. It creates a Motor Vehicle Safety Impact Restricted Account funded by $1 from each license plate fee to improve motor vehicle safety, mitigate impacts, and enforce safety provisions. The bill also modifies the process for approving new special group and sponsored special group license plates, including requiring review and approval by the license plate design review board.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions related to license plates, including requirements for display, fees, distribution, design, and funding.
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• Introduced: 12/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dan McCay (R)*, Steve Eliason (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0042 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Health and Human Services Reporting Requirements
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies and repeals reporting provisions related to Department of Health and Human Services programs. It amends a variety of sections to remove or modify reporting requirements, such as eliminating certain reports to legislative committees, reducing reporting frequency, and streamlining reporting processes. The bill also makes other changes related to health and human services programs, such as revising duties and funding for various boards and councils, adjusting requirements for certain grant programs, and updating procedures for various health-related initiatives.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies and repeals reporting provisions related to Department of Health and Human Services programs.
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• Introduced: 12/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Kennedy (R)*, Steve Eliason (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0029 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Truth in Taxation Modifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies notice and public hearing requirements in the property tax code. Specifically, it changes the timing and notice requirements for public hearings on tax increases and judgment levies. It also requires taxing entities to provide additional information to taxpayers about proposed tax increases, including the dollar amount of additional tax revenue that would be generated. The bill also allows the county auditor to conduct audits to verify compliance with the public hearing requirements, and gives the State Tax Commission the authority to deny a tax rate increase if a taxing entity is found to have failed to comply. The effective date for most provisions is January 1, 2025, with some changes to the calculation of a taxing entity's certified tax rate taking effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies notice and public hearing requirements in the property tax code.
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• Introduced: 12/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Wilson (R)*, Keven Stratton (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0027 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Behavioral Health System Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Utah Behavioral Health Commission. The commission is composed of 11 members with diverse backgrounds and perspectives related to behavioral health. The commission is tasked with establishing a shared vision for improving Utah's behavioral health systems, making policy recommendations, providing feedback on proposed legislation, and overseeing coordination and implementation of various behavioral health initiatives and programs across the state. The bill also makes some amendments to existing laws related to substance use, mental health, and crisis response services.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates the Utah Behavioral Health Commission.
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• Introduced: 12/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Evan Vickers (R)*, Steve Eliason (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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HI bill #SR42 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Requesting The Department Of Education To Convene The Erin's Law Task Force.
Status: Dead
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Bill Summary: RESOLUTION requesting the department of education to convene the erin's law task force.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Mike Gabbard (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Michelle Kidani (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Referred to EDU.
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UT bill #HB0073 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Rehabilitation Services Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions regarding neurological and brain injury rehabilitation services funds and committees. Specifically, it renames the "Brain Injury Fund" to the "Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Fund" and expands the eligible uses of the fund to include assisting qualified charitable clinics that provide therapeutic services to individuals with brain, spinal cord, or other neurological conditions. The bill also creates the Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Advisory Committee to provide guidance on the fund's priorities and criteria, and review the quality of care provided through qualified charitable clinics. Additionally, the bill adjusts the funding sources and distribution percentages for the fund. Finally, the bill extends the repeal dates for the fund and the advisory committee from 2025 to 2029.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions regarding neurological and brain injury rehabilitation services funds and committees.
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• Introduced: 12/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Anthony Loubet (R)*, Mike Kennedy (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 02/26/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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GA bill #HB883 • Last Action 03/14/2024
State government; county boards of health to conduct meetings via teleconference; authorize
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes county boards of health and community service boards in Georgia to conduct meetings via teleconference, provided that the public is given simultaneous access and participation. It also allows district health directors to attend county board of health meetings by teleconference, and such participation is considered as being physically present for the purpose of establishing a quorum. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for these governing bodies to conduct their meetings remotely, while ensuring public access and participation.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Code Section 50-14-1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to meetings open to the public, limitation on action to contest agency action, recording, notice of time and place, access to minutes, and teleconferences, so as to authorize county boards of health and community service boards to conduct meetings via teleconference; to authorize district health directors to attend county board of health meetings by teleconference; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Devan Seabaugh (R)*, Sharon Cooper (R)*, Lee Hawkins (R)*, Katie Dempsey (R)*, Deborah Silcox (R)*, Larry Walker (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/13/2024
• Last Action: Senate Read Second Time
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MS bill #SB2735 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Medicaid reimbursement, services, beneficiaries, hospital assessment and premium tax; bring forward sections.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill brings forward various sections of Mississippi law related to Medicaid reimbursement, services, beneficiaries, hospital assessment, and premium tax. Key provisions include: - Establishing the Division of Medicaid in the Office of the Governor to administer the Medicaid program, including setting policies, regulations, and reimbursement rates. - Defining the eligibility criteria and categories of Medicaid recipients, including children, pregnant women, the elderly, and the disabled. - Authorizing the Division of Medicaid to implement managed care and other managed care delivery models, with certain requirements and limitations on those programs. - Imposing assessments on nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities, psychiatric residential treatment facilities, and hospitals to help fund the state's share of Medicaid costs. - Establishing a Medical Care Fund to receive transfers from health care providers and other entities to be used for Medicaid services. - Providing oversight and review of proposed changes to the Medicaid State Plan by the Legislature's Medicaid Committees. - Authorizing the Division of Medicaid to apply for waivers, grants, and demonstration projects to further the objectives of the Medicaid program.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Bring Forward Sections 27-15-103, 27-15-109, 27-15-115 And 27-15-129, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provide For Certain Premium Taxes Applied To Certain Insurance Entities; To Bring Forward Sections 43-13-5, 43-13-11, 43-13-105, 43-13-107, 43-13-111, 43-13-113, 43-13-115, 43-13-116, 43-13-117, 43-13-117.1, 43-13-121, 43-13-122, 43-13-123, 43-13-126, 43-13-133, 43-13-143, 43-13-145 And 43-13-147, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provide For Various Provisions Related To The Division Of Medicaid, Reimbursement, Beneficiaries, Hospital Assessment And The Children's Health Insurance Program, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Kevin Blackwell (R)*, John Horhn (D)*, Gary Brumfield (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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UT bill #HB0084 • Last Action 03/14/2024
School Safety Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a system for school safety incidents. Key provisions include: - Requiring the state security chief to create minimum safety and security standards for school construction and design, and a county security chief to ensure schools adhere to these standards. - Establishing a School Security Task Force and an Education Advisory Board to review school safety issues and develop legislation recommendations. - Creating a school guardian program where qualified school employees can volunteer to carry a concealed firearm on school grounds after completing required training. - Requiring schools to conduct a safety needs assessment and report the results to the state security chief. The state board can then use these results to award grants for school safety improvements. - Mandating reporting requirements for substantial threats against schools and students, with some exceptions for clergy and attorneys. - Enhancing the SafeUT Crisis Line to include reporting and coordination with the state security chief. The bill also appropriates funding for the state security chief, school safety grants, and other related expenses.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes a system for school safety incidents.
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• Introduced: 12/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ryan Wilcox (R)*, Don Ipson (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 60
• Last Amended: 03/12/2024
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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WA bill #HB1508 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Improving consumer affordability through the health care cost transparency board.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve consumer affordability through the Health Care Cost Transparency Board. The key provisions are: 1. Expands the membership of the Health Care Stakeholder Advisory Committee to include more representation from consumer, labor, and employer groups. 2. Requires the Board to analyze the impact of various cost drivers, such as labor costs, capital costs, prescription drug costs, administrative costs, and financial earnings of providers and payers, when determining the annual health care cost growth benchmark. 3. Directs the Board to conduct biennial surveys on underinsurance and insurance trends among employers and employees, and include the analysis in their annual reports starting in 2025. 4. Requires the Board to hold an annual public hearing to discuss the growth in total health care expenditures compared to the cost growth benchmark, and invite testimony from various stakeholders. 5. Allows the Board to access data collected under other state health care data programs, such as the all-payer claims database and prescription drug affordability data.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to improving consumer affordability through the 2 health care cost transparency board; amending RCW 70.390.040, 3 70.390.050, 70.390.070, and 70.405.030; adding new sections to 4 chapter 70.390 RCW; and adding a new section to chapter 43.71C RCW. 5
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Nicole Macri (D)*, Marcus Riccelli (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Joe Fitzgibbon (D), Liz Berry (D), Emily Alvarado (D), Jessica Bateman (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Beth Doglio (D), Julia Reed (D), Lisa Callan (D), Monica Stonier (D), Steve Tharinger (D), Steve Bergquist (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 03/19/2024
• Last Action: Effective date 6/6/2024.
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IL bill #HB5779 • Last Action 03/14/2024
RACING BD/GAMING BD EMPLOYEES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes language from the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975 and the Illinois Gambling Act that prohibited employees of the Illinois Racing Board and the Illinois Gaming Board from being employed or receiving compensation from entities that have done business with the respective boards within the year prior to their employment. The bill aims to reduce restrictions on who can be hired as employees of these state regulatory boards.
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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: 03/14/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Bob Rita (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/14/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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MI bill #SB0794 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Civil rights: open meetings; catastrophic claims association; make subject to open meetings act. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.262 & 15.263). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0793'24
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to make the Catastrophic Claims Association (CCA), which is created under the Insurance Code, subject to the open meetings requirements of the Act. Specifically, the bill defines the CCA board as a "public body" under the Act, requiring its meetings to be open to the public and its decisions to be made at open meetings. The bill also allows CCA board members to participate and vote remotely in certain circumstances, such as due to military duty, medical conditions, or declared emergencies. This expansion of the Open Meetings Act to the CCA aims to increase transparency and public access to the operations of this organization that manages the state's catastrophic claims fund.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled"Open meetings act,"by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 15.262 and 15.263), section 2 as amended by 2001 PA 38 and section 3 as amended by 2020 PA 254.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 12 : Rosemary Bayer (D)*, Mary Cavanagh (D), Dayna Polehanki (D), Sue Shink (D), Erika Geiss (D), Ed McBroom (R), Jim Runestad (R), Paul Wojno (D), Sean McCann (D), Jeff Irwin (D), Veronica Klinefelt (D), Stephanie Chang (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/14/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Finance, Insurance, And Consumer Protection
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VA bill #HB723 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Property Owners' Association Act; meeting of board of directors.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Owners' Association Act to clarify that the provisions governing the conduct of meetings of the board of directors apply regardless of whether the property owners' association is incorporated or unincorporated. The bill also specifies that these provisions shall not be interpreted to supersede corporate authorities otherwise established by law or the governing documents. This means that the open meeting requirements, notice provisions, and other rules for board of directors meetings apply uniformly to both incorporated and unincorporated property owners' associations, but do not override any additional corporate authorities that may exist.
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Bill Summary: Property Owners' Association Act; meetings of the board of directors; inconsistent provisions. Provides that the provisions of the Property Owners' Association Act govern the conduct of meetings of the board of directors without regard to whether the property owners' association is incorporated or unincorporated. The bill clarifies that such provisions shall not be interpreted to supersede corporate authorities otherwise established by law or governing documents. Property Owners' Association Act; meetings of the board of directors; inconsistent provisions. Provides that the provisions of the Property Owners' Association Act govern the conduct of meetings of the board of directors without regard to whether the property owners' association is incorporated or unincorporated. The bill clarifies that such provisions shall not be interpreted to supersede corporate authorities otherwise established by law or governing documents.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Mike Webert (R)*, Kelly Fowler (D)*, Ian Lovejoy (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 03/14/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0082)
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UT bill #SB0229 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Health and Human Services Licensing Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill consolidates and amends provisions relating to the licenses, certificates, and certifications issued by the Department of Health and Human Services. It establishes new definitions, licensure requirements, sanctions and penalties, rules for complaint investigations, and other provisions related to the department's oversight of human services programs and facilities. The bill also makes various technical and conforming amendments to existing law.
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Bill Summary: This bill consolidates and amends provisions relating to the licenses, certificates, and certifications issued by the Department of Health and Human Services.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Curt Bramble (R)*, Stephanie Gricius (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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NJ bill #A4060 • Last Action 03/14/2024
Establishes New Jersey Forensic Science Planning Commission.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the New Jersey Forensic Science Planning Commission to make recommendations for the creation of a permanent New Jersey Forensic Science Commission. The 23-member planning commission will study and gather information on the state's forensic science services and providers, consult with stakeholders, and research similar commissions in other states. Within 22 months, the planning commission must provide recommendations on the jurisdiction, structure, funding, and operations of the proposed permanent commission, which will have statewide oversight of forensic science and aim to improve the field through coordination and addressing issues like accreditation, funding, and misconduct.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes the New Jersey Forensic Science Planning Commission to make recommendations to establish a permanent New Jersey Forensic Science Commission. The bill establishes the following 23 members of the planning commission: the Director of the Division of Criminal Justice in the Department of Law and Public Safety; the Chief State Medical Examiner; the Director of the Division of State Police Crime Laboratory; the Public Defender of the State of New Jersey; one member of the General Assembly; one member of the Senate; one New Jersey Supreme Court Justice; one New Jersey Superior Court judge; lab directors of two county crime laboratories; a statistician; an expert in cognitive bias; four members of faculty, each from a different four-year institution of higher education in the State, with expertise representing the various fields of forensic science; a representative of an organization serving the wrongfully convicted; a representative of a private forensic science laboratory; a county prosecutor; a defense attorney; an individual exonerated of wrongful conviction; and two representatives of forensic science professional organizations or societies. The bill requires the planning commission to study and make recommendations to establish a permanent New Jersey Forensic Science Commission that will have Statewide oversight of persons, laboratories, facilities, and other entities related to the field of forensic science as determined by the planning commission. Under the bill, the planning commission is required to determine elements necessary to establish the permanent commission including, but not limited to, staff and funding allocations, membership, policies, and procedures. The purpose of the permanent commission will be to improve the field of forensic science through oversight and coordination of forensic science in the State. The bill provides that within 22 months of organizing the planning commission is required to produce final recommendations for the establishment of the permanent commission. The recommendations are to include, but not be limited to the: (1) jurisdiction, scope of responsibility, duties, and authority of the commission; (2) commission membership structure and staffing needs; (3) appropriate level of funding and operational costs for the commission; and (4) frequency of the commission's meetings and its communication structure. The recommendations are required to be submitted for a public comment period of 30 days. A report containing the final recommendations is required to be submitted to the Governor and the Legislature not later than 30 days following the conclusion of the public comment period. The planning commission will expire upon submission of the report.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Carol Murphy (D)*, Benjie Wimberly (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/15/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
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MN bill #HF4554 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Open meeting law modified to allow unlimited remote participation.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the open meeting law in Minnesota to allow unlimited remote participation by members of a public body during meetings. The key changes are: (1) removing the requirement that at least one member must be physically present at the regular meeting location, and (2) removing the limit on the number of times a member can participate from a location that is not open or accessible to the public. The bill also requires the public body to provide notice of the regular meeting location and the fact that some members may be participating remotely.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to local government; modifying the open meeting law to allow unlimited remote participation; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 13D.02, subdivision 4; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 13D.02, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Bianca Virnig (D)*, Jeff Brand (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/04/2024
• Last Action: Author added Brand
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UT bill #HB0366 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Criminal Justice Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various provisions related to the criminal justice system in Utah. It requires counties to establish criminal justice coordinating councils to coordinate and improve the criminal justice system. The bill also creates new offenses for escape and aggravated escape, and it limits the use of algorithms and risk assessment tools in sentencing, probation, and parole decisions. Additionally, the bill requires courts to collect and report certain data on criminal cases to the Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions related to the criminal justice system.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Karianne Lisonbee (R)*, Kirk Cullimore (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/12/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0044 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Social Work Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate the interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The compact establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency composed of member states, to administer the compact and develop rules. The bill outlines the requirements for state participation, social worker eligibility for a multistate license, the authority of the commission and member states, procedures for adverse actions and data sharing, and other provisions governing the compact.
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Bill Summary: This bill enacts the Social Work Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 12/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Sandra Hollins (D)*, Todd Weiler (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0040 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Division of Consumer Protection Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts and repeals provisions related to consumer complaints to the Division of Consumer Protection (division). The bill allows the division to establish a public list of persons who violate certain consumer protection laws, fail to comply with legal orders, or breach settlement agreements with the division. The bill also sets new rules for the public disclosure of consumer complaints, including allowing the division to reclassify certain complaints as public records under certain circumstances, and outlines requirements for redacting sensitive information before making complaints public. The bill also makes some technical changes to the division's duties and enforcement authority.
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Bill Summary: This bill enacts and repeals provisions related to consumer complaints to the Division of Consumer Protection (division).
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• Introduced: 12/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Cory Maloy (R)*, Curt Bramble (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MI bill #HR0207 • Last Action 03/13/2024
A resolution to declare March 10-16, 2024, as Sunshine Week in the state of Michigan.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A resolution to declare March 10-16, 2024, as Sunshine Week in the state of Michigan.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 22 : Kara Hope (D)*, Erin Byrnes (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Julie Brixie (D), Jason Morgan (D), Jim Haadsma (D), Rachel Hood (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Abraham Aiyash (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Kelly Breen (D), Carol Glanville (D), Jenn Hill (D), Matt Koleszar (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Bill Schuette (R), Regina Weiss (D), Angela Witwer (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/13/2024
• Last Action: Adopted
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UT bill #HB0001 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Public Education Base Budget Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill supplements or reduces appropriations otherwise provided for the support and operation of public education for the fiscal years beginning July 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024. It amends provisions related to the minimum basic tax rate, the determination of weighted pupil units, and the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Elementary Arts Learning Program. The bill also provides FY 2024 and FY 2025 appropriations for various public education programs and funds.
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Bill Summary: This bill supplements or reduces appropriations otherwise provided for the support and operation of public education for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, and appropriates funds for the support and operation of public education for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Susan Pulsipher (R)*, Lincoln Fillmore (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 03/12/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0163 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Expungement Revisions
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions related to expungement. It creates an automatic expungement process for certain eligible cases, clarifies requirements for obtaining a certificate of eligibility or special certificate, allows some petitions for expungement to be filed without a certificate, and provides additional procedures and requirements for the expungement process. The bill also makes changes to related provisions in areas such as justice court jurisdiction, driver licensing, and protections for certain records. Overall, this bill seeks to expand opportunities for individuals to have their criminal records expunged in certain circumstances.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions related to expungement.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jerry Stevenson (R)*, Tyler Clancy (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 57
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MS bill #SB2165 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Dietitian Licensure Compact; enact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which allows licensed dietitians to practice across state lines in member states. The bill sets out the purpose, definitions, and requirements for states and licensed dietitians to participate in the compact. It also establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission to administer the compact, including its data system, rulemaking authority, and enforcement mechanisms. The bill makes conforming amendments to Mississippi's existing dietitian licensure law to incorporate the new compact provisions.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact Into Law The Dietitian Licensure Compact And Provide That The State Of Mississippi Enters The Compact With Other States That Join In The Compact; To Amend Sections 73-10-3, 73-10-7, And 73-10-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Blount (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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UT bill #SB0200 • Last Action 03/13/2024
State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions regarding the State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice. It establishes a sentencing commission within the State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice that is responsible for developing adult sentencing and supervision length guidelines, juvenile disposition guidelines, a master offense list, and a collateral consequences guide. The bill also makes changes to the composition of the State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice and modifies the duties of the commission.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions regarding the State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike McKell (R)*, Karianne Lisonbee (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SB0063 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Board of Pardons and Parole Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to the Board of Pardons and Parole. It establishes timelines for the board to set hearing dates for offenders, allows the board to delay setting hearing dates if the offender has additional pending criminal cases, and requires the board to establish a process to monitor the progress of those pending cases. The bill also authorizes the board to appoint legal counsel or a lay representative to assist offenders who are unable to meaningfully participate in board proceedings. Finally, the bill prohibits a court from ordering a term of imprisonment to commence before the day the sentence is imposed, except to correct the sentence.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to the Board of Pardons and Parole.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stephanie Pitcher (D)*, Andrew Stoddard (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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MN bill #SF4084 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Certain cities and counties citizen redistricting commissions requirement establishment, seven-member county boards required for certain counties, redistricting plans challenge by voters time from expansion, amending certain state statutes
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Requires certain cities and counties to establish citizen redistricting commissions to conduct redistricting, rather than having the governing body (city council or county board) do it directly. The commissions must follow specific districting principles and procedures, including providing for public input and transparent decision-making. - Requires counties with a population of 50,000 or more to use a citizen redistricting commission. Smaller counties can still have the county board redistrict, but must follow the same districting principles as the commissions. - Expands the timeline for voters to challenge redistricting plans, allowing them to file a lawsuit up to 14 weeks before the filing period for the affected election. - Requires cities with a population over 50,000 to have a ward-based city council structure, with the council plan subject to voter approval. - Requires counties with a population of 175,000 or more to have a seven-member county board. The key provisions of this bill aim to make the redistricting process more independent, transparent, and focused on principles like compactness, contiguity, and preserving communities of interest, rather than partisan considerations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to redistricting; requiring certain cities and counties to establish citizen redistricting commissions to conduct redistricting; requiring certain counties to have seven-member county boards; requiring certain cities to have wards; expanding the time frame for voters to challenge redistricting plans; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 204B.135, subdivisions 1, 3; 205.84, subdivision 1; 375.025, subdivisions 1, 2; 375.056; 412.191, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 412.631; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 204B; 412.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Nicole Mitchell (D)*, Lindsey Port (D), Liz Boldon (D), Susan Pha (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2024
• Last Action: Author added Pha
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MI bill #SB0787 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Civil rights: open meetings; certain art institute service providers and zoological institutions; subject to the open meetings act. Amends sec. 2 of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.262).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to expand the definition of "public body" to include the boards or governing bodies of art institute service providers that receive proceeds from a tax levied under the Art Institute Authorities Act, as well as accredited zoological institutions that receive proceeds from a tax levied under the Zoological Authorities Act. This means that these entities will be subject to the requirements of the Open Meetings Act, which mandates that their meetings be open to the public and that they follow certain procedures for closed sessions and decision-making.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled"Open meetings act,"by amending section 2 (MCL 15.262), as amended by 2001 PA 38.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Runestad (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/13/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Oversight
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UT bill #HB0300 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Court Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions related to courts. The key provisions of this bill are: - Clarifies that a court with jurisdiction under Title 78A, Judiciary and Judicial Administration, has jurisdiction over various types of civil actions, rather than the district court. This includes actions related to liens, wrongful liens, real property disputes, eminent domain, forcible entry and detainer, protective orders, and declaratory judgments. - Establishes the Business and Chancery Court, which has concurrent jurisdiction with the district court over certain business and commercial disputes. The bill outlines the court's jurisdiction, procedures, and limitations. - Modifies venue requirements for various civil actions to be brought in the county where the relevant events occurred or property is located, rather than the district of the district court. - Allows the state auditor to prohibit state and local taxing/fee-assessing units from accessing funds if they fail to comply with budgeting and financial reporting requirements, and outlines the procedures for doing so. - Makes other changes to the jurisdiction and procedures of various state courts and administrative bodies. The bill uses plain language to explain the key terms and context. For example, it clarifies that the "district court" refers to a court with jurisdiction under Title 78A, and explains that the Business and Chancery Court is a new court with concurrent jurisdiction over certain business and commercial disputes.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions related to courts.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brady Brammer (R)*, Kirk Cullimore (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0213 • Last Action 03/13/2024
Crime Victim Records Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill places restrictions on certain records relating to crime victims. Specifically, it: - Prohibits sheriffs from providing copies of booking photographs in certain circumstances. - Requires publish-for-pay websites or publications to remove and destroy booking photographs under certain conditions, and provides penalties for failure to do so. - Amends provisions related to closed meetings, protected records, and the disclosure of records related to the Crime Victim Reparations and Assistance Board. - Defines "confidential record," "public restitution record," and "nonpublic restitution record," and specifies when and how these types of records may be disclosed. - Provides that the bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill places restrictions on certain records relating to crime victims.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ken Ivory (R)*, Luz Escamilla (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0241 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Clean Energy Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to clean energy. Specifically, the bill: - Expands the definition of "clean energy source" to include additional technologies like nuclear fuel, compressed air energy storage, and certain energy efficiency and demand response technologies. - Increases the target for retail electric sales to be from clean energy sources or renewable energy certificates from 20% to at least 20% starting in 2025, with limits on year-over-year increases. - Allows municipal electric utilities and electric cooperatives to count certain hydroelectric, customer-owned, and out-of-state renewable energy towards the clean energy target. - Provides for the recovery of costs associated with acquiring clean energy resources by electric utilities. - Authorizes qualified utilities to offer clean energy tariffs to large commercial and industrial customers. - Makes various other changes to the laws governing clean energy development, use, and regulation in the state.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to clean energy.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Carl Albrecht (R)*, Derrin Owens (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 47
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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CO bill #SB157 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Colorado Open Meetings Law for the General Assembly
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to clarify the application of the Colorado Open Meetings Law to the Colorado General Assembly. It defines "public business" for the purposes of the law to include introduced and proposed legislation, as well as other matters before legislative committees. The bill also specifies that written communications between legislators are not subject to the open meetings law, but are subject to the Colorado Open Records Act. Additionally, the bill requires the Executive Committee of the Legislative Council to periodically consider the application of the open meetings law to the General Assembly and receive public comment on the matter.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING CLARIFYING THE APPLICATION OF THE COLORADO OPEN MEETINGS LAW TO THE COLORADO GENERAL ASSEMBLY.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2024
• Added: 08/27/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 38 : Steve Fenberg (D)*, Julie McCluskie (D)*, Chris Kennedy (D)*, Janet Buckner (D)*, James Coleman (D)*, Lisa Cutter (D)*, Tony Exum (D)*, Rhonda Fields (D)*, Chris Hansen (D)*, Nick Hinrichsen (D)*, Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D)*, Kevin Priola (D)*, Robert Rodriguez (D)*, Judy Amabile (D)*, Shannon Bird (D)*, Andy Boesenecker (D)*, Lindsey Daugherty (D)*, Monica Duran (D)*, Meg Froelich (D)*, Lorena García (D)*, Iman Jodeh (D)*, Mandy Lindsay (D)*, William Lindstedt (D)*, Karen McCormick (D)*, Barbara McLachlan (D)*, Emily Sirota (D)*, Marc Snyder (D)*, Brianna Titone (D)*, Julie Gonzales (D), Sonya Jaquez Lewis (D), Janice Marchman (D), Tom Sullivan (D), Jennifer Bacon (D), Regina English (D), Leslie Herod (D), Cathy Kipp (D), David Ortiz (D), Naquetta Ricks (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed
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UT bill #HB0262 • Last Action 03/12/2024
School and Institutional Trust Lands Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the School and Institutional Trust Lands Management Act. It clarifies the purpose of the act, which is to establish an administration and board to manage lands granted to the state for the support of common schools and other beneficiary institutions. The bill also outlines the fiduciary duties of the state as the trustee of these trust lands, including managing the lands and revenues in the most prudent and profitable manner possible for the exclusive benefit of the trust beneficiaries. Additionally, the bill allows the director to sell or lease more than 5,000 acres of trust lands to the Utah Department of Natural Resources, as long as the department pays at least fair market value and the director follows certain notification and public comment requirements. The bill also specifies that certain lands are excluded from these sales or leases and requires the director to establish rules for determining the fair market value of the trust lands. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill makes changes relating to the School and Institutional Trust Lands Management Act.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Casey Snider (R)*, Kirk Cullimore (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #SR0001 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Senate Rules Resolution - Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: This resolution modifies Senate rules related to the Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Todd Weiler (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Senate/ to Lieutenant Governor in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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UT bill #HB0301 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Charter School Accountability Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions of the charter school code in Utah. Key provisions include: - Expanding the definition of "institution of higher education board of trustees" that can authorize charter schools. - Clarifying the purposes of charter schools, including enhancing school choice, meeting unique family needs, and encouraging innovation. - Restructuring the State Charter School Board, including changes to the appointment process and board member requirements. - Requiring charter school authorizers to provide technical support to charter schools and persons seeking to establish charter schools. - Establishing minimum standards for charter school authorizers in evaluating applications and monitoring charter school compliance. - Providing a process for charter schools to voluntarily request a school improvement process and potentially transfer operation and control to other entities. - Modifying the procedures for terminating a charter agreement and closing a charter school. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions of the charter school code.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Karianne Lisonbee (R)*, Curt Bramble (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/12/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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ID bill #S1423 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Amends existing law to revise a provision regarding the eligibility of certain vendors to submit bids for state contracts for property or services.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing Idaho law to revise a provision regarding the eligibility of certain vendors to submit bids for state contracts for property or services. Specifically, it allows a vendor or related party, subsidiary, or affiliate that provided consulting or other services (paid or unpaid) used in preparing the specifications or participated in legislative committee meetings to submit a bid, as long as certain transparency and fairness requirements are met. The bill declares an emergency and provides an effective date of July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO PURCHASING; AMENDING SECTION 67-9230, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A PROVISION REGARDING THE ELIGIBILITY OF CERTAIN VENDORS TO SUBMIT BIDS FOR STATE CONTRACTS FOR PROPERTY OR SERVICES; AND DECLARING AN EMER- GENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : State Affairs Committee
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs
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MI bill #HB4522 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Courts: other; family treatment court; create. Amends sec. 1082 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1082) & adds ch. 10D.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new chapter in Michigan law to establish family treatment courts. The key provisions are: - Allows circuit courts to adopt or institute a family treatment court, which is a court-supervised treatment program for individuals with a civil child abuse or neglect case who are diagnosed with a substance use disorder. - Requires courts to enter into a memorandum of understanding with key stakeholders like prosecutors, treatment providers, and child welfare representatives to establish the family treatment court. - Outlines the eligibility requirements and screening process for individuals to be admitted into a family treatment court, including prohibiting the admission of violent offenders. - Describes the requirements and services that must be provided to participants, such as substance abuse treatment, close monitoring, and graduated sanctions and rewards. - Requires family treatment courts to collect and report data on their operations and outcomes to the state court administrative office, which is responsible for evaluating the performance of these courts statewide. - Establishes the supreme court's responsibility for the expenditure of state funds for the establishment and operation of family treatment courts.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled ?An act to revise and consolidate the statutes relating to the organization and jurisdiction of the courts of this state; the powers and duties of the courts, and of the judges and other officers of the courts; the forms and attributes of civil claims and actions; the time within which civil actions and proceedings may be brought in the courts; pleading, evidence, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal actions and proceedings in the courts; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide remedies and penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,? by amending section 1082 (MCL 600.1082), as amended by 2012 PA 334, and by adding chapter 10D.
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• Introduced: 05/04/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 22 : Kelly Breen (D)*, Kara Hope (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Carol Glanville (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Noah Arbit (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Joey Andrews (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Tyrone Carter (D), Tullio Liberati (D), Graham Filler (R), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Rachel Hood (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Jenn Hill (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Will Snyder (D), Christine Morse (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 03/14/2024
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 15'24 With Immediate Effect
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MD bill #HB456 • Last Action 03/12/2024
County Boards of Education - Student Members - Voting Rights and Participation in Executive Sessions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides that student members on certain county boards of education may vote on certain matters and attend certain executive or special sessions under certain circumstances. The bill allows student members to vote on all matters before the county board, except for matters relating to the dismissal or other disciplinary action involving personnel, hearings held under certain provisions, or appeals to the county board under certain provisions. The county board may also expand the matters on which a student member may vote upon an affirmative vote of a majority of the nonstudent members.
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Bill Summary: Providing that student members on certain county boards of education may vote on certain matters and may attend certain executive or special sessions under certain circumstances; and providing that student members of county boards of education have certain voting rights and may attend certain executive or special sessions.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Kris Fair (D)*, Eric Ebersole (D), Brooke Grossman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/23/2024
• Last Action: Withdrawn by Sponsor
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UT bill #HB0172 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Student Athlete Participation Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions related to student athletes within the public education system. It clarifies that the attorney general shall defend and the state shall indemnify persons acting under state law to enforce the student athlete participation laws. The bill also specifies requirements for associations that oversee interscholastic athletics, such as collecting student birth certificates or equivalent documentation to determine eligibility. The bill includes exceptions for homeless students and students who are not U.S. citizens and cannot provide a birth certificate. The effective date depends on whether the bill is approved by two-thirds of the legislature. The bill also includes coordinating language to ensure consistency with another bill related to sex-based designations for student athletes.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions related to student athletes within the public education system.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jordan Teuscher (R)*, Lincoln Fillmore (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 02/22/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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ID bill #H0444 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Amends existing law to revise a provision regarding a sale, exchange, or donation of county property.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to revise a provision regarding the sale, exchange, or donation of county property in Idaho. It allows counties to sell or exchange real or personal property belonging to the county, including property acquired through tax deeds, with certain requirements and procedures. The bill also allows counties to donate property to the federal government, the state of Idaho, any political subdivision or taxing district of the state, or any local historical society, with or without compensation. The bill declares an emergency and provides an effective date of July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO COUNTY PROPERTY; AMENDING SECTION 31-808, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A PROVISION REGARDING A SALE, EXCHANGE, OR DONATION OF COUNTY PROPERTY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Revenue and Taxation Committee
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 01/30/2024
• Last Action: Reported Signed by Governor on March 11, 2024 Session Law Chapter 22 Effective: 07/01/2024
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SC bill #H4365 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Social Work Interstate Compact Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Social Work Interstate Compact Act" in South Carolina, which establishes a compact to facilitate the practice of regulated social workers across state lines. The key provisions include: - Defining the purpose and objectives of the compact, such as increasing public access to social work services, reducing duplicative licensure requirements, enhancing public health and safety protections, and facilitating the exchange of disciplinary information. - Establishing the requirements for member states to participate in the compact, including licensing and regulating social work practice, requiring certain educational and examination standards, and participating in the commission's data system. - Outlining the requirements and process for social workers to obtain a multistate license that authorizes practice in all member states, as well as the authority of remote states to take disciplinary action against a licensee's multistate authorization. - Creating the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission as a joint government agency to administer and enforce the compact, with powers to adopt rules, collect fees, and provide mutual recognition of member states' licenses. - Establishing procedures for the commission's operations, governance, and oversight, including dispute resolution, default and termination processes, and judicial enforcement mechanisms. - Specifying the effective date of the compact, which is triggered when seven states enact it into law, and the process for future states to join.
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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; And To Designate The Existing Provisions Of Chapter 63, Title 40 As Article 1, Entitled "general Provisions".
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• Introduced: 04/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 125th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Doug Gilliam (R)*, Spencer Wetmore (D), Gilda Cobb-Hunter (D), Pat Henegan (D), Brandon Guffey (R), Rosalyn Henderson-Myers (D), Wendell Gilliard (D), Robert Williams (D), Michael Rivers (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry
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MI bill #SB0778 • Last Action 03/12/2024
Fire: other; licensure or registration for fire protection system installation; require. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the "Fire Sprinkler Installation Act" to require licensure or registration for automatic fire protection system installation in commercial buildings. Key provisions include: 1. Establishing the Community Risk Reduction Fund to support administration and enforcement of the Act, as well as educational outreach by the Bureau of Fire Services. 2. Requiring individuals performing automatic fire protection system installation to be licensed as a sprinkler fitter journeyperson or registered as an apprentice sprinkler fitter. Employers must follow certain ratios of journeypersons to apprentices. 3. Outlining requirements for obtaining a sprinkler fitter license, including industry experience, completion of a registered fire sprinkler program, and passing an exam. 4. Creating a Sprinkler Fitter Exam Committee to approve and implement the required exam. 5. Requiring continuing education for license renewal and allowing for compliance audits and sanctions for deficiencies. 6. Providing exemptions for certain activities like inspections and maintenance tests, as well as installations in 1- or 2-family residences. The overall goal is to ensure proper qualifications and oversight for those installing automatic fire protection systems in commercial buildings to enhance public safety.
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Bill Summary: A bill to create the community risk reduction fund in the state treasury; to require licensure or registration for automatic fire protection system installation and sponsors of continuing education; to prescribe penalties and civil sanctions; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to create the sprinkler fitter exam committee.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Paul Wojno (D)*, Sue Shink (D), Dan Lauwers (R), Sam Singh (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Kevin Hertel (D), Erika Geiss (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Regulatory Affairs
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MN bill #SF3841 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Family residential services and life sharing services new rates implementation delay authorization; Advisory Task Force on Family Residential Services establishment; appropriating money
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill delays the implementation of new rates for family residential services and life sharing services until 2028, establishes the Advisory Task Force on Family Residential Services to evaluate the proposed rate modifications and their impact, and appropriates funds for the task force. The task force is required to submit reports with recommendations on payment rate methodologies and the impact of the new rates on family residential services and adult family foster care providers. The bill also amends the effective dates of several sections in the previous law related to these services.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; delaying implementation of new rates for family residential services and life sharing services; establishing the Advisory Task Force on Family Residential Services; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 1, sections 5; 27; 30; 32; 47; 85.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Erin Maye Quade (D)*, John Hoffman (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/11/2024
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to State and Local Government and Veterans
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MN bill #SF4681 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Metropolitan Council governance modifications and Transportation Advisory Board elimination
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes the following key changes: 1. It modifies the governance of the Metropolitan Council by increasing the number of members from 17 to 45, with members now appointed by county boards, municipal committees, and the commissioner of transportation instead of the governor. 2. It eliminates the Transportation Advisory Board and requires the Metropolitan Council to establish a technical advisory committee instead. 3. It changes the voting and quorum requirements for the Metropolitan Council, including requiring a 60% vote for adopting the council's levy or a metropolitan system plan. 4. It sets the initial salaries for the Metropolitan Council chair at $52,500 per year and the other members at $20,000 per year. 5. The changes made by this bill are effective January 1, 2027, with some provisions taking effect immediately upon final enactment.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the Metropolitan Council; modifying governance of the Metropolitan Council; eliminating the Transportation Advisory Board; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.8841, subdivision 9; 473.123, as amended; 473.146, subdivisions 3, 4; repealing Laws 1994, chapter 628, article 1, section 8.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Eric Pratt (R)*, Julia Coleman (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/05/2024
• Last Action: Author added Coleman
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MA bill #H3079 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Promoting governmental efficiency
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meeting Law in Massachusetts. It outlines the process for filing complaints alleging violations of the Open Meeting Law, including requirements for the complaint, how it is deemed received, and the public body's obligation to review and respond to the complaint. The bill also allows the public body to seek relief from the Attorney General if the complainant files more than 12 complaints within a calendar year or the complaint is otherwise unduly burdensome. Additionally, the bill removes a provision from the Public Records Law that allowed public bodies to deny requests that are not intended for the broad dissemination of information to the public about actual or alleged government activity.
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Bill Summary: Relative to open meeting law complaints. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : David Linsky (D)*, Alice Peisch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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MD bill #HB182 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Districting - Single Member Districts and Legislative and Congressional Redistricting and Apportionment Convention
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to amend the Maryland Constitution to require each legislative district for the House of Delegates to consist of three single-member delegate districts. The bill also establishes a Legislative and Congressional Redistricting and Apportionment Convention to draw the boundaries of legislative and congressional districts every ten years following the decennial census, subject to review by the General Assembly and the Maryland Supreme Court. The bill aims to make the redistricting process more independent and representative of the state's geographical makeup.
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Bill Summary: Requiring that each legislative district established for the purpose of electing members of the House of Delegates consist of a certain number of single-member delegate districts; requiring the General Assembly to enact a law establishing and governing a Legislative and Congressional Redistricting and Apportionment Convention to establish legislative and congressional districts and establishing certain requirements regarding the Redistricting Convention; establishing the Redistricting Convention; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Christopher Bouchat (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/08/2024
• Last Action: House House Rules and Executive Nominations Hearing (13:00:00 3/11/2024 )
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TN bill #SB0573 • Last Action 03/11/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 67 and Title 68, relative to solid waste.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Tennessee Waste Reduction and Recycling Act", which requires sellers, distributors, and importers of certain packaging materials to take actions to reduce the amount of packaging material that becomes litter. The bill establishes a producer responsibility program advisory board, sets requirements for a producer responsibility organization to develop and implement a producer responsibility plan, and imposes penalties for non-compliance. It also prohibits the sale or distribution of packaging materials containing certain chemicals of high concern after July 1, 2028.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Waste Reduction and Recycling Act"; requires sellers, distributors, and importers of certain packaging materials to take certain actions to reduce the amount of packaging material that becomes litter. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 67 and Title 68.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Heidi Campbell (D)*, Charlane Oliver (D), Frank Niceley (R), Sara Kyle (D), Raumesh Akbari (D), Richard Briggs (R), Art Swann (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: SA0644 - Amendment 1-0 to SB0573
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MN bill #HF4121 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Fire service consolidation working group established, report required, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a fire service consolidation working group to identify strategies, make recommendations, and explore the merits and incentives for the voluntary consolidation of fire departments or the creation of regional fire departments, fire districts, or other models for collaborative and efficient delivery of fire and emergency services in Minnesota. The working group must review the legislative process and pension regulations, make recommendations to streamline future consolidations, and explore infrastructure funding options. The group must provide a report to the legislature by February 1, 2025, and the bill appropriates $ in fiscal year 2025 for the purposes of the working group.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to local government; establishing a fire service consolidation working group; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : John Huot (D)*, Andrew Myers (R), Kristin Robbins (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Author added Robbins
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IN bill #HB1026 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Commission, committee, and board administration.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the administration of various state commissions, committees, and boards: - It renames the Indiana code revision commission, probate code study commission, and other statutory entities, and specifies that certain entities are subject to the general law governing legislative committees rather than the law governing interim study committees. - It authorizes a designee of the revisor of statutes to serve on the uniform law commission and repeals the statutes governing the Medicaid oversight committee, relocating them to the law governing interim study committees. - The bill identifies certain state employees serving on statutory entities by their specific job titles and provides for the reimbursement of expenses for state employees, lay persons, and members of the general assembly serving on these entities. - It specifies the expiration dates of the terms of members of certain statutory entities and authorizes the legislative council to refer any issue related to probate or trusts and fiduciaries to the probate code study committee for study. - The bill also makes various other changes to the composition, terms, staffing, and administration of numerous state commissions, committees, and boards.
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Bill Summary: Commission, committee, and board administration. Specifies certain duties and responsibilities relating to the operations of various task forces, committees, boards, and councils (statutory entities). Renames the Indiana code revision commission, probate code study commission, and other statutory entities. Specifies that certain statutory entities are subject to the general law governing legislative committees rather than to the law governing the statutory list of interim study committees. Authorizes a designee of the revisor of statutes to serve as a member of the uniform law commission (ULC). Repeals statutes governing the Medicaid oversight committee and relocates them to the law governing interim study committees. Identifies certain state employees serving on statutory entities by their specific job titles. Provides for the reimbursement of expenses of state employees, lay persons, and members of the general assembly serving on statutory entities. Specifies the expiration dates of the terms of members of certain statutory entities. (The introduced version of this bill was prepared by the code revision commission.)
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• Introduced: 12/22/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Karen Engleman (R)*, Kyle Pierce (R), Patricia Boy (D), Ed DeLaney (D), Aaron Freeman (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/28/2024
• Last Action: Public Law 42
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OK bill #SB1562 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Agency, boards and commission reports; requiring certain method of filing reports. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various laws to require certain state agencies, boards, and commissions to electronically submit their reports to the Governor, legislative leadership, and other specified entities. Key provisions include: - Requiring electronic submission of reports from the Bank Commissioner, Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth, Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement Board, Oklahoma Low Carbon Energy Initiative Board, Council on Judicial Complaints, Oklahoma Indigent Defense System Board, Oklahoma Health Care Authority Board, Tobacco Products Tax Enforcement Unit, School Finance Review Commission, and others. - Updating statutory language, references, and making language gender neutral. - Providing an effective date of November 1, 2024. The overall purpose of the bill is to modernize and streamline the reporting requirements for state agencies, boards, and commissions by transitioning to electronic submissions, increasing transparency and efficiency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to agency, board, and commission reports; amending 6 O.S. 2021, Section 212, which relates to commissioner’s annual report; modifying delivery mode of report; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 601.1, which relates to the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth; requiring certain mode of delivery of monthly reports; amending 11 O.S. 2021, Section 50-105.4, which relates to duties of the Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement Board; modifying delivery mode of report; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 802.3, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 27, O.S.L. 2022 (17 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 802.3), which relates to the Oklahoma Low Carbon Energy Initiative Board; modifying delivery mode of required report; amending 20 O.S. 2021, Section 1656, which relates to reports from the Council on Judicial Complaints; requiring certain mode of report delivery; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Sections 1355.3, 1355.4, and 2002, which relate to powers and duties of the Oklahoma Indigent Defense System Board, Executive Director, and disclosure of evidence by the state; requiring certain mode of report delivery; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Sections 34.88, 71.1, and 690.19, which relate to the Education Reform Revolving Fund, the Cash Management and Investment Oversight Commission, and annual performance report; modifying certain mode of report delivery; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 5007, which relates to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority Board; modifying certain mode of report delivery; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 400.1, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 285, O.S.L. 2023 (68 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 400.1), which relates to the Tobacco Products Tax Enforcement Unit; modifying certain mode of report delivery; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 4020.2, which relates to the duties of the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission members; modifying certain mode of report delivery; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-117.3, which relates to the School Finance Review Commission; modifying certain mode of report delivery; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 471, 500.18, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 325, O.S.L. 2022, 669, 942, 1051, 3103, 3104, 5060.22, 5156, and Section 5, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 336, O.S.L. 2023 (74 O.S. Supp. 2023, Sections 500.18 and 9204), which relate to the advisory committee of the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws, mandatory provisions relating to state travel, powers and duties of the Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women, duties of the Oklahoma State Pension Commission, the Southern States Energy Compact, reports published by state agencies, filing and distribution of reports, reports of the Oklahoma Science and Technology Research and Development Board, partnership contracts, and the Oklahoma Broadband Office; modifying certain mode of report delivery; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 863.3, which relates to the Joint Legislative Task Force on the Grand River Dam Authority; modifying certain mode of report delivery; amending 85A O.S. 2021, Sections 17 and 121, which relate to the Physician Advisory Committee and the Advisory Council on Workers’ Compensation; modifying certain mode of report delivery; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; making language gender neutral; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Greg Treat (R)*, Charles McCall (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/19/2024
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative McCall (principal House author)
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IL bill #HB1270 • Last Action 03/11/2024
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes various other changes related to firearms in Illinois. Key provisions include: - Repealing the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and removing references to it throughout the law. This eliminates the requirement for a FOID card to possess or transfer firearms in Illinois. - Allowing individuals prohibited from possessing firearms under state or federal law to petition the Director of the Illinois State Police or a circuit court for relief from the prohibition, with certain exceptions. - Removing the requirement for a FOID card from various statutes, such as the School Code, the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, and the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code. - Transferring responsibilities previously held by the FOID office to the Illinois State Police, such as monitoring firearms prohibitors and enforcing violations. - Making changes to the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act, including removing the requirement for a valid FOID card to sell firearms. - Repealing certain statutes related to the FOID card, such as provisions on revocation and enforcement. Overall, the bill eliminates the FOID card system in Illinois and makes related adjustments throughout the state's laws regarding firearms.
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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: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : John Cabello (R)*, Wayne Rosenthal (R), Joe Sosnowski (R), Patrick Windhorst (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Chief Co-Sponsor Changed to Rep. Joe C. Sosnowski
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CA bill #AB3225 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Hazardous materials: Green Ribbon Science Panel: meetings.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend existing law to increase the number of required meetings for the Green Ribbon Science Panel, which advises the Department of Toxic Substances Control on developing green chemistry and chemical policy recommendations and implementation strategies. The bill would change the requirement from at least two meetings per year to at least three meetings per year.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 25254 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous materials.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joshua Hoover (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on E.S. & T.M.
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CA bill #AB3232 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Licensed registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses: Nurse Licensure Compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPNs/VNs) to obtain a multistate license that authorizes them to practice nursing in all party states. The bill designates the Board of Registered Nursing and the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians as the licensing boards for RNs and LPNs/VNs, respectively, for purposes of the compact. The bill also establishes the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to oversee the compact's implementation and administration. Additionally, the bill requires the boards to participate in a coordinated licensure information system to share information on nurse licensure and disciplinary history.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 6.3 (commencing with Section 2839) to Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Megan Dahle (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on B. & P.
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IN bill #SB0035 • Last Action 03/11/2024
Technical corrections.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes technical corrections to the Indiana Code, including: - Addressing spelling, tabulation, formatting, grammar, and cross-reference issues. - Repealing an empty chapter. - Relocating, without change, provisions enacted at an incorrect citation or at conflicting citations. - Resolving technical conflicts from the 2023 legislative session. - Changing references from the "auditor of state" to the "state comptroller", and providing directions for publication of affected provisions. - Making conforming amendments. The bill was prepared by the code revision commission.
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Bill Summary: Technical corrections. Addresses technical issues in the Indiana Code, including those related to spelling, tabulation, formatting, grammar, and cross-references. Repeals an empty chapter. Relocates, without change, provisions enacted at an incorrect citation or at conflicting citations. Resolves technical conflicts from the 2023 legislative session. Changes references from the auditor of state to the state comptroller, and provides directions for publication of affected provisions. Makes conforming amendments. (The introduced version of this bill was prepared by the code revision commission.)
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• Introduced: 12/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Aaron Freeman (R)*, Greg Taylor (D)*, Karen Engleman (R), Kyle Pierce (R), Patricia Boy (D), Ed DeLaney (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Public Law 9
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VA bill #SB415 • Last Action 03/09/2024
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; amends definition of "meeting."
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the definition of "meeting" in the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to add an exception for local political party meetings. The bill is a recommendation of the FOIA Council, which oversees the implementation of FOIA in Virginia. This change means that gatherings of local political parties to conduct party business, rather than to discuss or transact public business, will not be considered "meetings" subject to FOIA's open meeting requirements.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; definition of "meeting." Amends the definition of "meeting" as it relates to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to add an exception for local political party meetings. The bill is a recommendation of the FOIA Council.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Richard Stuart (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Failed to pass in Senate
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VA bill #HB590 • Last Action 03/09/2024
Electronic gaming devices; regulation, penalties.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes and specifies the licensing requirements for the manufacture, distribution, operation, hosting, and playing of electronic gaming devices, known as "skill game machines," under the regulatory authority of the Virginia Lottery Board. The bill imposes a 22 percent tax on all gross profits from the play of such skill game machines and provides for the use of such tax proceeds, including allocations to the Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Fund, the administration and operation of skill game machines, localities, law enforcement, and the PreK-12 Priority Fund. The bill also imposes criminal and civil penalties for violations of the law and regulations related to skill game machines.
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Bill Summary: Regulation of electronic gaming devices; penalties. Authorizes and specifies the licensing requirements for the manufacture, distribution, operation, hosting, and playing of electronic gaming devices, as defined in the bill, under the regulatory authority of the Virginia Lottery Board. The bill imposes a 30 percent tax on all gross profits from the play of such electronic gaming devices and provides for the use of such tax proceeds. The bill also imposes criminal and civil penalties for violations of the law and regulations related to electronic gaming devices. Regulation of electronic gaming devices; penalties. Authorizes and specifies the licensing requirements for the manufacture, distribution, operation, hosting, and playing of electronic gaming devices, as defined in the bill, under the regulatory authority of the Virginia Lottery Board. The bill imposes a 30 percent tax on all gross profits from the play of such electronic gaming devices and provides for the use of such tax proceeds. The bill also imposes criminal and civil penalties for violations of the law and regulations related to electronic gaming devices.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Cliff Hayes (D)*, Josh Cole (D)*, Karrie Delaney (D)*, Terry Kilgore (R)*, Briana Sewell (D)*, Irene Shin (D)*, Marty Martinez (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Failed to pass in House
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FL bill #S1500 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Public Records and Meetings/Audiology and Speech-language Pathology Interstate Compact Commission
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates public meetings and public records exemptions for certain portions of meetings of the Audiology and Speech-language Pathology Interstate Compact Commission and its executive committee. The exempt portions include discussions related to member state noncompliance, personnel matters, pending litigation, contract negotiations, and other sensitive topics. The recordings, minutes, and records generated during these exempt portions are also exempt from public records requirements. The bill states that these exemptions are necessary for Florida to effectively participate in the Audiology and Speech-language Pathology Interstate Compact, as the compact requires such portions of meetings to be closed to the public. The exemptions are subject to legislative review and will stand repealed on October 2, 2029, unless reviewed and saved from repeal through reenactment by the Legislature.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 468.1336, F.S.; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain portions of meetings of the Audiology and Speech-language Pathology Interstate Compact 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: 01/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tommy Wright (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/05/2024
• Last Action: Died in Health Policy
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FL bill #H0575 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Pub. Meetings/Task Force on Public Safety in Urban and Inner-City Communities
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates an exemption from public meetings requirements for portions of meetings of the Task Force on Public Safety in Urban and Inner-City Communities where exempt or confidential information is discussed. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and will expire on October 2, 2029, unless reviewed and reenacted by the Legislature. The purpose of the exemption is to allow the task force to effectively investigate system failures and causes of high crime and gun violence in urban communities and develop recommendations for improvements, without having to publicly disclose confidential information obtained during the process.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public meetings; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for portions of meetings of the Task Force on Public Safety in Urban and Inner-City Communities at which exempt or confidential and exempt information is discussed; 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: 11/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Antone (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 11/20/2023
• Last Action: Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee
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FL bill #S0894 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Governing Body Meetings
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the governing bodies of municipalities in Florida to convene meetings and conduct official business via teleconferencing or other technological means, provided certain conditions are met, such as public notice, access, and participation requirements. The bill limits such virtual meetings to no more than two per calendar year, and excludes formal action on ordinances and quasi-judicial hearings. However, the Governor can suspend these limitations during the first 60 days of a declared state of emergency affecting the municipality where the meeting would occur.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to governing body meetings; amending s. 166.0213, F.S.; authorizing governing bodies of municipalities to convene meetings and conduct official business via teleconferencing or other technological means if certain conditions are met; providing limitations on such meetings; providing that certain limitations placed on such meetings may be suspended by the Governor, for a specified timeframe, upon a declared state of emergency impacting the municipality in which the meeting would occur; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Jennifer Bradley (R)*, Clay Yarborough (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Died in Rules
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FL bill #H7023 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida statutes to specify that all hearings related to mental health and substance abuse are confidential and closed to the public, unless the court finds good cause or the respondent consents to an open hearing. The bill also exempts certain information, such as petitions, applications, court orders, and personal identifying information, from public records requirements. The bill authorizes disclosure of confidential and exempt documents to certain service providers and allows courts to use a respondent's name for scheduling and adjudicating cases. The bill also extends the repeal date for the public records exemption from 2024 to 2029.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and 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 to include certain appeals; revising the date for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing public necessity statements; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Children, Families & Seniors Subcommittee, Health & Human Services Committee, Patt Maney (R)*, Fabián Basabe (R), Joy López (D), Jim Mooney (R), David Silvers (D), Paula Stark (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: Died in Fiscal Policy
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FL bill #H0157 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Governing Body Meetings
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the governing bodies of municipalities in Florida to convene meetings and conduct official business via teleconferencing or other technological means, as long as certain requirements for public notice, access, and participation are met. The bill limits the use of such remote meetings to no more than two times per calendar year, and prohibits the use of remote meetings for ordinances or quasi-judicial hearings. However, these limitations may be suspended upon the declaration of a state of emergency by the Governor. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to governing body meetings; amending s. 166.0213, F.S.; authorizing governing bodies of municipalities to convene meetings and conduct official business via teleconferencing or other technological means if certain conditions are met; providing limitations on such meetings; providing that the limitations placed on such meetings may be suspended upon a declared state of emergency; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 10/13/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Caruso (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 10/12/2023
• Last Action: Died in Local Administration, Federal Affairs & Special Districts Subcommittee
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FL bill #H0099 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact, which is designed to facilitate the interstate practice of social workers by improving public access to competent social work services while preserving the regulatory authority of member states. The compact establishes requirements for state participation, eligibility criteria for social workers to obtain a multistate license, rules for the administration of the compact by the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact Commission, and procedures for adverse actions, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill also amends existing laws to require the Department of Health to report certain investigative information to the compact's data system, to require certain terms in monitoring contracts for impaired social workers, and to exempt certain persons licensed under the compact from state licensure requirements.
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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 on 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 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 Interstate 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; 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 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 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; requiring the department to notify the Division of Law Revision upon enactment of the compact into law by seven states; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 10/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Healthcare Regulation Subcommittee, Christine Hunschofsky (D)*, Christopher Benjamin (D), Daryl Campbell (D), Alina García (R), Rita Harris (D), Joy López (D), Allison Tant (D), Marie Woodson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 12/14/2023
• Last Action: Died on Second Reading Calendar
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VA bill #HB894 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; electronic meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to increase the number of all-virtual public meetings that public bodies, with some exceptions, can convene in a calendar year. The current law limits the number of all-virtual public meetings to no more than two times per calendar year or 25% of the meetings held per calendar year, whichever is greater. The bill increases this limit to no more than two times per calendar year or 50% of the meetings held per calendar year, whichever is greater. The bill also provides that when audio-visual technology is available, a member of a public body shall be considered absent from any portion of the meeting during which visual communication with the member is voluntarily disconnected or otherwise fails or during which audio communication involuntarily fails, for the purposes of determining a quorum.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; electronic meetings. Amends the number of all-virtual public meetings that public bodies, with certain exceptions, may convene in a calendar year to no more than two times per calendar year or 50 percent of the meetings held per calendar year rounded up to the next whole number, whichever is greater. Current law limits the number of all-virtual public meetings to no more than two times per calendar year or 25 percent of the meetings held per calendar year rounded up to the next whole number, whichever is greater. The bill also provides that with respect to all-virtual public meetings, when audio-visual technology is available, a member of a public body shall, for purposes of a quorum, be considered absent from any portion of the meeting during which visual communication with the member is voluntarily disconnected or otherwise fails or during which audio communication involuntarily fails.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D)*, Adele McClure (D)*, Josh Cole (D), Jackie Glass (D), Cliff Hayes (D), Amy Laufer (D), Michelle Maldonado (D), Candi Mundon King (D), Cia Price (D), Briana Sewell (D), Irene Shin (D), Kathy Tran (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/08/2024
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0056)
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ID bill #H0393 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Adds to existing law to provide for Idaho's participation in the Interstate Counseling Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds a new section to existing Idaho law to provide for the Interstate Counseling Compact. The key provisions of the bill include: This bill allows Idaho to participate in the Interstate Counseling Compact, which facilitates the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors across member states with the goal of improving public access to counseling services. The compact establishes uniform requirements for member state licensure, allows for the recognition of licenses from other member states, and enables the use of telehealth technology for interstate practice. It also creates an administrative commission to oversee the compact and outlines procedures for disciplinary actions, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill declares an emergency and states the act will take effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO THE INTERSTATE COUNSELING COMPACT; AMENDING CHAPTER 34, TITLE 54, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 54-3406A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE INTERSTATE COUNSELING COMPACT; AND DECLARING AN EMER- GENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Health and Welfare Committee
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 01/15/2024
• Last Action: Returned from Senate Failed; Filed in the office of the Chief Clerk
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FL bill #H1485 • Last Action 03/08/2024
Santa Rosa County
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the North Santa Rosa County Utilities Authority, an independent special district in Santa Rosa County, Florida. The authority is responsible for acquiring, constructing, financing, owning, managing, providing, promoting, improving, expanding, maintaining, operating, regulating, and franchising water, sewer, and other utility services in the northern part of the county. The bill outlines the legislative findings, purposes, governing body, powers, and procedures of the authority, including rate setting, personnel management, fiscal operations, and enforcement of rules. The bill also requires the authority to conduct management efficiency audits and appoint a citizens' advisory committee.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to Santa Rosa County; creating the North Santa Rosa County Utilities Authority and its charter; providing the service area of the authority; providing legislative findings; providing the purposes of the authority; providing for the creation of an interim authority; providing staffing; providing a preliminary report; providing for the election of the governing body of the authority; providing terms; providing duties and compensation; providing powers of the authority; providing a rate setting procedure; providing for personnel; providing personnel procedures; providing procedures for appeal of decisions of the authority; providing for an executive director; providing for fiscal year and budgeting; providing for execution of documents and payment of bills; providing for a management efficiency audit; providing for appointment of citizens' advisory committees; providing for enforcement and penalties for violation of rules and regulations relating to the operation of the authority and its services; providing that the act shall be liberally construed; providing severability; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joel Rudman (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/08/2024
• Last Action: Died in Local Administration, Federal Affairs & Special Districts Subcommittee
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HI bill #SB2492 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Relating To The Nurse Licensure Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the Governor to enter the State into the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multistate licensure privilege in each party state, effective 1/1/2026. Beginning 1/1/2026, it allows the State Board of Nursing to charge different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by the State. The bill takes effect on 7/1/2040, except for section 1 which takes effect on 1/1/2026.
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Bill Summary: Allows the Governor to enter the State into the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multi-state licensure privilege in each party state, effective 1/1/2026. Beginning 1/1/2026, allows the State Board of Nursing to charge different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by the State. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2)
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*, Henry Aquino (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Carol Fukunaga (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/29/2024
• Last Action: Referred to HLT/LGO, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16
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AZ bill #SB1688 • Last Action 03/07/2024
State hospital; governing board
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new state hospital governing board to oversee the Arizona State Hospital, replacing the previous oversight by the Department of Health Services. The key provisions of the bill are: - Establishes a 5-member state hospital governing board appointed by the governor with specific qualifications and duties, including reviewing and approving budgets, policies, contracts, and quality assurance at the state hospital. - Transfers the authority, responsibilities, and operations of the state hospital from the Department of Health Services to the new governing board. - Requires the governing board to hold public meetings, issue annual reports, and collaborate with community stakeholders on the hospital's operations. - Maintains existing staff, rules, and contracts related to the state hospital, ensuring a smooth transition. - Provides the governing board with authority to lease or sublease state hospital property and facilities to enhance their use for the benefit of mentally ill patients. The bill aims to improve oversight, accountability, and transparency in the management of the Arizona State Hospital, which serves as a critical resource for mental health treatment in the state.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 3-607, 8-201, 11-812 and 23-618.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 36-103.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending sections 36-132, 36-136, 36-137, 36-201, 36-202, 36-202.01, 36-203, 36-204 and 36-205, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 36, chapter 2, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding sections 36-205.01 and 36-205.02; amending sections 36-206, 36-208, 36-209, 36-210, 36-212 and 36-213, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 36-214, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending sections 36-216, 36-217 and 36-218, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 36, chapter 2, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 36-220; amending sections 36-407.03, 36-420.03, 36-501, 36-502.01, 36-503.03, 36-533, 36-541, 36-545.01, 36-545.08, 36-1672, 36-3701, 36-3702, 36-3704, 36-3705, 36-3707, 36-3708, 36-3709, 36-3710, 36-3711, 36-3712, 36-3714, 36-3717, 37-802, 37-803, 41-2752, 41-3803 and 49-104, Arizona Revised Statutes; appropriating monies; relating to the Arizona state hospital.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 2 : David Gowan (R)*, Janae Shamp (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/04/2024
• Last Action: Senate motion to reconsider third reading
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MN bill #HF4257 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Governor's power to declare emergency repealed, legislative emergency declaration and extension process established, governor's authority to adopt orders and expedited rules that have effect during emergency repealed, and citizen rights protected.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the "Unilateral Emergency Powers Repeal Act," makes several key changes: 1. It repeals the governor's power to declare a national security or peacetime emergency and instead establishes a legislative emergency declaration and extension process. A two-thirds vote of each legislative chamber is required to declare an emergency, which can then be extended by the legislature for up to 30 days at a time. 2. It repeals the governor's authority to adopt emergency orders and expedited rules that have the force of law during a declared emergency. 3. It includes provisions to protect citizen rights, such as the rights to free speech, religious exercise, assembly, and travel, and the right to operate a business, from infringement during an emergency. The bill also makes various technical changes to related statutes to align with the new emergency powers framework established under the legislature rather than the governor.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to emergency management; repealing governor's power to declare emergency; establishing a legislative emergency declaration and extension process; repealing governor's authority to adopt orders and expedited rules that have the effect of law during an emergency; protecting citizen rights; making technical corrections; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 12.03, subdivision 1e; 12.21, subdivisions 1, 3; 12.25, subdivision 3; 12.45; 12.61, subdivision 2; 14.03, subdivision 1; 34A.11, subdivision 6; 35.0661, subdivision 1; 41B.047, subdivision 1; 144.4197; 144E.266; 151.441, subdivisions 12, 13; 270C.34, subdivision 1; 295.50, subdivision 2b; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 12.36; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 12; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 4.035, subdivision 2; 12.31, subdivisions 1, 3; 12.32; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 12.31, subdivision 2.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 35 : Walter Hudson (R)*, Pam Altendorf (R), Mike Wiener (R), Ben Davis (R), Matt Bliss (R), Jeff Dotseth (R), Paul Novotny (R), Dave Baker (R), John Burkel (R), Dean Urdahl (R), Krista Knudsen (R), Tom Murphy (R), Jim Joy (R), Bobbie Harder (R), Brian Pfarr (R), Ben Bakeberg (R), Elliott Engen (R), Shane Mekeland (R), Harry Niska (R), Jon Koznick (R), Isaac Schultz (R), Danny Nadeau (R), Marj Fogelman (R), Joe McDonald (R), Andrew Myers (R), Patti Anderson (R), Patricia Mueller (R), Josh Heintzeman (R), Greg Davids (R), Bernie Perryman (R), Bjorn Olson (R), Ron Kresha (R), Paul Anderson (R), Mary Franson (R), Natalie Zeleznikar (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: Authors added Anderson, P. H.; Franson; Zeleznikar
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MN bill #SF3450 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Charter school provisions modifications
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to Minnesota's charter school provisions: The bill redefines the "goal and purposes" of charter schools, focusing on improving student learning, achievement, and success, and requiring charter schools to identify and document their specific purposes in their charter contract. It also expands the definition of "immediate family" for conflict of interest purposes and clarifies the roles and responsibilities of charter authorizers, including requiring them to participate in training and have their performance reviewed by the Commissioner. The bill makes changes to the composition and governance of charter school boards, including requiring an initial board, a transition to an ongoing board structure, and enhanced training requirements for board members. It also adds new provisions around board elections, board duties, and the adoption of a nepotism policy. The bill modifies the causes and procedures for non-renewal or termination of a charter contract, including requiring hearings to be recorded. It also makes changes to charter school admission and enrollment requirements, including allowing enrollment preferences for children of staff members. Finally, the bill establishes new requirements for charter school administrators, including minimum qualifications and annual training, and expands conflict of interest provisions to prohibit charter employees and board members from serving on their authorizer's decision-making body.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; modifying charter school provisions; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 124E.01, subdivision 1; 124E.05, subdivisions 2, 5; 124E.07; 124E.10, subdivision 4; 124E.12, subdivision 2; 124E.14; 124E.17; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 124E.02; 124E.05, subdivision 4; 124E.11.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Heather Gustafson (D)*, Alice Mann (D), Julia Coleman (R), Jim Abeler (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/05/2024
• Last Action: Author added Abeler
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WA bill #HB2287 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Creating an advisory board to the office of the corrections ombuds.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates an advisory board to the office of the corrections ombuds. The advisory board will be composed of community stakeholders, including current and formerly incarcerated individuals, to provide advice and feedback to the ombuds. The board will help the ombuds create a priority-setting process, receive briefings or reports from the ombuds, and make recommendations to the ombuds. The board members will include individuals currently incarcerated in medium or close custody, formerly incarcerated individuals, family members of incarcerated individuals, and community members with relevant expertise. The board will convene quarterly and is subject to the open public meetings act.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to creating an advisory board to the office of 2 the corrections ombuds; adding a new section to chapter 43.06C RCW; 3 and creating a new section. 4
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Darya Farivar (D)*, Roger Goodman (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Frank Chopp (D), Greg Nance (D), Chipalo Street (D), Lauren Davis (D), Lillian Ortiz-Self (D), Alex Ramel (D), Strom Peterson (D), Timm Ormsby (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 01/31/2024
• Last Action: By resolution, returned to House Rules Committee for third reading.
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OR bill #HB4095 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Relating to graduation requirements; declaring an emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires a student to demonstrate proficiency in specified Essential Learning Skills, including reading, writing, and applying mathematics, before being awarded a high school diploma or a modified diploma. The bill applies to diplomas awarded on or after January 1, 2025 and declares an emergency, making the changes effective upon passage.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Requires a student to meet reading, writing and math standards before getting a diploma. Changes the law for diplomas in 2025. Makes changes to the law when the Governor signs the bill. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.1). Requires a student to demonstrate proficiency in specified Essential Learning Skills prior to the student being awarded a high school diploma or a modified diploma. Applies to diplomas awarded on or after January 1, 2025. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 10 : Brian Stout (R)*, Emily McIntire (R)*, Tracy Cramer (R)*, Court Boice (R), Jami Cate (R), Ed Diehl (R), Lucetta Elmer (R), Bobby Levy (R), Rick Lewis (R), Werner Reschke (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: In committee upon adjournment.
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MN bill #HF728 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Interstate compact established for professional counselors.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an interstate compact for licensed professional counselors, with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services by facilitating interstate practice. The compact creates the Licensed Professional Counselor Interstate Compact Commission, which will oversee the implementation and administration of the compact. The key provisions include mutual recognition of member state licenses, enhanced information sharing and disciplinary procedures, support for telehealth services, and uniform licensure requirements across member states. The compact comes into effect once adopted by 10 member states and is binding on all participating states.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health care; establishing an interstate compact for professional counselors; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148B.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 8 : Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn (D)*, Dan Wolgamott (D), Steve Elkins (D), Jeff Backer (R), Patty Acomb (D), Kaohly Her (D), Elliott Engen (R), Leigh Finke (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/23/2023
• Last Action: Author added Finke
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MN bill #HF1898 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Legislative task force on family foster care and adoption established, report required, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a legislative task force on family foster care and adoption in Minnesota. The task force will evaluate and make recommendations on improving foster care licensing and adoption or kinship placement processes, ensuring that children with severe disabilities have necessary specialized care in out-of-home placements, and providing additional support and training for foster caregivers of children with severe disabilities. The task force will consist of 18 members, including legislators, state officials, representatives from county and tribal social services, and members of the public. The task force must submit a report with its findings and recommendations to the legislature by January 1, 2025. The bill also appropriates $ from the general fund in fiscal year 2024 to the Legislative Coordinating Commission to support the work of the task force.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; establishing a legislative task force on family foster care and adoption; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 7 : Walter Hudson (R)*, Ben Davis (R), Mary Franson (R), Patricia Mueller (R), Krista Knudsen (R), Jim Joy (R), Natalie Zeleznikar (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Author added Zeleznikar
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WA bill #HB2191 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Adding two voting members that are transit users to the governing body of public transportation benefit areas.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends a law to add two voting members that are transit users to the governing body of public transportation benefit areas. The new members must include one who primarily relies on public transportation and one who represents an organization that serves transit-dependent individuals. The bill also requires the governing body meetings to be reasonably accessible by transit and for the transit-using members to receive training on open public meetings and public records laws. The bill adjusts the compensation rates for governing body members and requires them to be adjusted for inflation every five years.
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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: 01/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Joe Timmons (D)*, Davina Duerr (D), Julia Reed (D), Alex Ramel (D), Kristine Reeves (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: By resolution, returned to House Rules Committee for third reading.
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SD bill #HB1205 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Appropriate money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and for common schools.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and for common schools. It includes appropriations for various state agencies and departments, such as the Office of the Governor, the Bureau of Finance and Management, the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of Education. The bill also contains several fund transfers and sets per diem compensation rates for members of state boards, councils, commissions, and advisory bodies.
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Bill Summary: An Act to appropriate money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and for common schools.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/30/2024
• Last Action: Committee on Appropriations Tabled, Passed, YEAS 17, NAYS 0.
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HI bill #SB2637 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Relating To Public Agency Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Hawaii's Sunshine Law, which governs public agency meetings, to require that the third meeting of a board to deliberate and act on a matter investigated by its members must be held at least six days after the second meeting. This is to ensure that the public and the board have sufficient time to digest the findings and recommendations presented at the second meeting before any substantive discussions or decision-making occurs. The bill provides an exception to allow boards to expedite deliberations regarding testimony for legislative hearings, but not for other board business. The bill takes effect on April 14, 2112.
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Bill Summary: Require the third meeting of a board to deliberate and act on a matter investigated by a group of its members to be held at least six days after the second meeting. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD2)
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Les Ihara (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 03/02/2024
• Last Action: Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16
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HI bill #HB2661 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Relating To Teachers.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact to reduce barriers to teacher license portability and employment across member states. Key provisions include establishing a streamlined pathway for teachers to obtain licenses in other member states, supporting the relocation of eligible military spouses, facilitating the exchange of licensing and disciplinary information between states, and creating an interstate commission to administer the compact. The bill aims to enhance the ability of state and district officials to hire qualified teachers by removing barriers to hiring out-of-state teachers, and to support the retention of teachers by making it easier to obtain licenses in new states. The compact will take effect once ten states have enacted it into law.
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Bill Summary: Enacts the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact to reduce barriers to teacher license portability and employment. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 19 : Justin Woodson (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Della Belatti (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Andrew Garrett (D)*, Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*, Darius Kila (D)*, Trish La Chica (D)*, Nicole Lowen (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, Tyson Miyake (D)*, Mark Nakashima (D)*, Scott Nishimoto (D)*, Elijah Pierick (R)*, Kanani Souza (R)*, David Tarnas (D)*, Chris Todd (D)*, Gene Ward (R)*, Jackson Sayama (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Referred to EDU, JDC/WAM.
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MN bill #SF4692 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Unilateral Emergency Powers Repeal Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Unilateral Emergency Powers Repeal Act, makes several key changes to emergency management in Minnesota: It repeals the governor's ability to unilaterally declare a state of emergency and instead requires a two-thirds vote of the legislature to declare an emergency. The emergency declaration would be limited to 5 days initially and could only be extended for up to 30 days by another two-thirds legislative vote. The bill also repeals the governor's authority to issue orders and rules that have the force of law during an emergency. Instead, the legislature would have the sole authority to pass laws during an emergency. Additionally, the bill includes language explicitly protecting certain civil liberties, such as freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and the right to operate a business, from being infringed upon during an emergency. Overall, the bill significantly limits the governor's emergency powers and shifts that authority to the legislative branch, with the goal of providing more checks and balances during times of crisis.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to emergency management; repealing governor's power to declare emergency; establishing a legislative emergency declaration and extension process; repealing governor's authority to adopt orders and expedited rules that have the effect of law during an emergency; protecting citizen rights; making technical corrections; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 12.03, subdivision 1e; 12.21, subdivisions 1, 3; 12.25, subdivision 3; 12.45; 12.61, subdivision 2; 14.03, subdivision 1; 34A.11, subdivision 6; 35.0661, subdivision 1; 41B.047, subdivision 1; 144.4197; 144E.266; 151.441, subdivisions 12, 13; 270C.34, subdivision 1; 295.50, subdivision 2b; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 12.36; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 12; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 4.035, subdivision 2; 12.31, subdivisions 1, 3; 12.32; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 12.31, subdivision 2.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Bill Lieske (R)*, Mark Johnson (R), Andrew Mathews (R), Steve Green (R), Paul Utke (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/05/2024
• Last Action: Referred to State and Local Government and Veterans
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OR bill #HB4161 • Last Action 03/07/2024
Relating to school choice.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Reduces the cap on the percentage of students who can attend a virtual public charter school that is not sponsored by their resident school district from 3% to 6% before requiring approval from the resident school district. - Requires school districts to participate in open enrollment, allowing students from other districts to attend schools in the district with consent, with some exceptions. - Establishes a waiver process for school districts to opt out of open enrollment. - Directs the Department of Education to develop and implement a policy providing for the establishment of education savings accounts for students to use for educational expenses, with the accounts funded by 80% of the amount the student's resident school district would have received, and the remaining 20% going to the resident district. - Expands eligibility for the education savings accounts to include households with a yearly federal adjusted gross income up to $125,000, in addition to low-income families.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Reduces the cap on students who can attend a virtual public charter school. Requires a school district to allow a student from another district to attend a school in the school district. Allows a student to have an education savings account. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.9). Increases the limitation on the percentage of students in a school district who may enroll in a virtual public charter school that is not sponsored by the student’s resident school district without first receiving approval from the school district. Requires school districts to participate in open enrollment. Establishes a waiver process. Directs the Department of Education to develop and implement a policy that provides for the establishment of education savings accounts for students to use for educational expenses.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 20 : Ed Diehl (R)*, Boomer Wright (R)*, Tracy Cramer (R)*, Court Boice (R), Shelly Boshart Davis (R), Vikki Breese-Iverson (R), Jami Cate (R), Lucetta Elmer (R), Christine Goodwin (R), Jeff Helfrich (R), James Hieb (R), Bobby Levy (R), Rick Lewis (R), Kevin Mannix (R), Emily McIntire (R), Virgle Osborne (R), Mark Owens (R), Werner Reschke (R), Anna Scharf (R), Suzanne Weber (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: In committee upon adjournment.
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MN bill #HF3895 • Last Action 03/06/2024
Member access to cooperative documents and meetings improved, and electronic voting by mail for cooperative board directors required.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to improve member access to electric cooperative documents and meetings, and require electronic voting and voting by mail for cooperative board of directors elections. The key provisions include: 1) requiring open board meetings with remote participation, 2) mandating that cooperatives maintain certain documents on their website for member access, 3) providing members access to the membership list for legitimate purposes, 4) allowing board candidates to be nominated by petition, and 5) requiring secure electronic and mail-in voting for board elections. The bill aims to enhance transparency and member participation in electric cooperative governance.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to electric cooperatives; improving member access to cooperative documents and meetings; requiring electronic voting and voting by mail for cooperative board directors; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 308A.327.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Rick Hansen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (15:00:00 3/6/2024 )
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IL bill #HB3168 • Last Action 03/06/2024
SCH CD-REPEAL SEX ED STANDARDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the requirements for comprehensive personal health and safety education and comprehensive sexual health education in Illinois schools. Instead, it adds new provisions for "family life - sex education" and "sex education" courses. The bill emphasizes abstinence and traditional marriage, and mandates certain content requirements for any sex education courses offered in grades 6-12, such as instruction on the prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. The bill also makes changes to the Chicago School District's HIV/AIDS training requirements, replacing "HIV" with "AIDS." Overall, this bill aims to significantly revise Illinois' approach to sex education in public schools.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. In provisions concerning educational service centers, changes references relating to comprehensive personal health and safety education and comprehensive sexual health education to family life - sex education. Repeals provisions concerning comprehensive personal health and safety and comprehensive sexual health education. Instead, adds provisions concerning sex education, family life, and instruction on diseases. Makes changes in the Chicago School District Article concerning HIV training, including providing AIDS training instead. Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Dave Severin (R)*, Travis Weaver (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver
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NY bill #A09406 • Last Action 03/06/2024
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 to increase public access to psychological services by allowing telepsychological practice and temporary in-person services across state lines. The compact regulates the day-to-day practice of telepsychology and temporary in-person services by psychologists, authorizes state psychology regulatory authorities to afford legal recognition to psychologists licensed in other compact states, and establishes the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission to administer the compact.
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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: 03/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Gina Sillitti (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/06/2024
• Last Action: referred to higher education
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MN bill #HF3455 • Last Action 03/06/2024
Citizen oversight committees modified, and report required.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the citizen oversight committees for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' Game and Fish Fund. It replaces the previously existing Fisheries Oversight Committee, Wildlife Oversight Committee, and Budgetary Oversight Committee with a single Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee. The new committee is tasked with reviewing annual outcomes from Game and Fish Fund expenditures, making recommendations to the legislature and commissioner on desired outcomes related to habitat protection, fish and wildlife population management, monitoring and research, and communications and engagement. The committee must submit an annual report to the commissioner and legislative committees, with a focus on biennial budget outcomes in even-numbered years and other outcomes in odd-numbered years. The bill also requires the committee to hold an annual public meeting to receive comments from the public.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to natural resources; modifying citizen oversight committees; requiring a report; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 97A.055, subdivision 4b.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Matt Norris (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (15:00:00 3/6/2024 )
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FL bill #H0413 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Public Meetings and Workshops for Regional Advisory Committees
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes certain regional advisory committees, specifically those created to provide technical expertise and support to the National Estuary Program, to conduct public meetings and workshops using communications media technology. An advisory committee member who participates in a public meeting or workshop via this technology is deemed to be present. The bill also requires that the notice for such meetings or workshops state whether communications media technology will be used and how interested persons can participate.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public meetings and workshops for regional advisory committees; amending s. 286.011, F.S.; authorizing certain regional advisory committees to conduct public meetings and workshops by means of communications media technology; providing that an advisory committee member who participates in a public meeting or workshop using such technology is deemed present; providing requirements for the use of communications media technology; providing notice requirements for such meetings and workshops; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 11/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Local Administration, Federal Affairs & Special Districts Subcommittee, Thad Altman (R)*, Linda Chaney (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Laid on Table
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AZ bill #HB2068 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Behavior analysts; regulatory board
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the State Board of Behavior Analysts to regulate the practice of behavior analysis in Arizona. Key provisions include: - Transferring and renumbering existing laws related to behavior analysts from the State Board of Psychologist Examiners to the new State Board of Behavior Analysts. - Defining the powers and duties of the new Board, including licensing and disciplining behavior analysts, adopting a code of ethics, and investigating complaints. - Establishing educational and training requirements for behavior analyst licensure. - Providing for reciprocity for behavior analysts licensed in other states. - Exempting certain activities and individuals from the licensure requirements. - Authorizing the Board to take disciplinary actions against licensees, including suspension, revocation, probation, and civil penalties. - Classifying certain violations as misdemeanors. - Recognizing behavior analysts as eligible for Medicaid reimbursement. - Providing for the transfer of personnel, records, and funds from the State Board of Psychologist Examiners to the new State Board of Behavior Analysts. - Terminating the State Board of Behavior Analysts on July 1, 2033.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 32, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 4; providing for transferring and renumbering; amending sections 32-401 and 32-402, Arizona Revised Statutes, as transferred and renumbered; amending title 32, chapter 4, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding sections 32-403, 32-404 and 32-405; amending sections 32-406, 32-407, 32-421, 32-422, 32-423, 32-424, 32-425, 32-426, 32-441, 32-443, 32-444 and 32-445, Arizona Revised Statutes, as transferred and renumbered; amending sections 32-1603, 32-2061, 32-2062, 32-2063, 32-2065, 32-3101, 32-3201, 32-3218, 36-3601, 36-3607, 41-619.51, 41-1092, 41-1758 and 41-1758.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 41, chapter 27, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-3033.01; appropriating monies; relating to behavior analysts.
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• Introduced: 12/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Selina Bliss (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Senate read second time
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IL bill #HB4654 • Last Action 03/05/2024
CONSERVATION FOUNDATION ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Conservation Foundation Act. It defines key terms like "Board," "Director," and "Foundation." The bill changes the composition of the Foundation's Board of Directors, making it a 9-member board appointed by the Governor, with one 2-year and one 3-year term, and the remaining 7 members serving 4-year terms. The Governor can remove members for neglect of duty, incompetence, or malfeasance. The Director of the Department of Natural Resources, or their designee, will serve as a non-voting ex officio member of the Board. The bill requires the Director to select an Executive Director for the Foundation, who will serve at the Director's pleasure. It also requires the Foundation to prepare an annual budget for the Director's approval and to coordinate with the Department on potential projects. The Foundation must comply with the Open Meetings Act and cooperate with state agencies, including the Office of the Executive Inspector General.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Conservation Foundation Act. Defines terms. Provides that the Foundation's Board of Directors shall be 9 members appointed by the Governor. Provides that one appointed member shall serve a two-year term and one appointed member shall serve a three-year term. Provides that the remaining 7 members shall have four-year terms. Eliminates the requirement that vacancies be filled by the official who made the recommendation for the vacated appointment. Provides that the Governor may immediately remove members for neglect of duty, incompetence, or malfeasance. Requires the Director of Natural Resources, or the Director's designee, to serve as a non-voting ex officio member of the Board. Requires the Director to select an Executive Director of the Foundation, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Director, and shall be employed by the Foundation. Requires that an annual budget be prepared by the Executive Director and the Board and that the budget be presented to and approved by the Director within 30 days before the expiration of the previously approved budget. Specifies that the budget may be adopted only upon the approval of the Director. Provides that prior to commencing projects, the Foundation shall coordinate with the Department to assess and prioritize the Department's needs with respect to the acquisition, construction, improvement, and development of potential projects. Requires the Department to provide reasonable assistance to the Foundation to achieve the purposes of the Foundation, provided there are no conflicts of interest between the interests of the Department and the Foundation. Requires the Foundation to cooperate fully with the boards, commissions, agencies, departments, and institutions of the State, including the Office of the Executive Inspector General (for the Agencies of the Governor). Requires the Foundation to comply with the Open Meetings Act, when carrying out its duties and engaging in its statutory activities under the Act.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Katie Stuart (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/31/2024
• Last Action: Motion Filed - Table Bill/Resolution Pursuant to Rule 60(b), Rep. Katie Stuart
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MS bill #HB538 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Medicaid; create Medicaid Commission to administer program and abolish Division of Medicaid.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Mississippi Medicaid Commission to administer the Medicaid program, replacing the current Division of Medicaid in the Office of the Governor. The commission will consist of seven members appointed by the Governor and Lieutenant Governor. The bill transfers the powers, duties, property, and employees of the Division of Medicaid to the new Medicaid Commission. The bill also makes various conforming changes throughout the Medicaid laws to reflect the new Medicaid Commission structure and authority.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 43-13-107, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Create The Mississippi Medicaid Commission To Administer The Medicaid Program; To Provide For The Membership And Appointment Of The Commission; To Provide That The Executive Director Of The Commission Shall Be Appointed By The Commission; To Abolish The Division Of Medicaid And Transfer The Powers, Duties, Property And Employees Of The Division To The Medicaid Commission; To Amend Sections 43-13-103, 43-13-105, 43-13-109, 43-13-113, 43-13-115, 43-13-116, 43-13-117, 43-13-120, 43-13-121, 43-13-123, 43-13-125, 43-13-139 And 43-13-145, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provisions; To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On Sections 43-13-117 And 43-13-145; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/24/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2872 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Health Care Certificate of Need Law; repeal.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Mississippi Health Care Certificate of Need Law of 1979, which previously required health care facilities and services to obtain a certificate of need before making certain expansions or changes. The bill also removes references to the certificate of need requirements from various other sections of state law related to hospitals, home health agencies, ambulatory surgical facilities, and other health care providers. Overall, this bill aims to eliminate the certificate of need requirements in Mississippi.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Repeal Sections 41-7-171 Through 41-7-209, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Are The Mississippi Health Care Certificate Of Need Law Of 1979; To Amend Sections 23-15-625, 25-41-7, 35-1-19, 41-3-15, 41-4-18, 41-9-11, 41-9-23, 41-9-68, 41-9-209, 41-9-210, 41-71-7, 41-71-19, 41-73-5, 41-75-1, 41-75-5, 41-75-9, 41-75-25, 41-77-1, 41-77-5, 41-77-21, 41-77-23, 41-77-25, 43-11-9, 43-11-19, 43-13-117.5 And 57-117-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, And To Repeal Section 41-9-311, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provision; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeff Tate (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/22/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB872 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Fresh Start Act of 2019; revise applicability of.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of this bill in a single paragraph, using plain language, explaining any important terms or acronyms, and offering some context where appropriate: This bill amends various laws to revise the applicability and implementation of the "Fresh Start Act," which prohibits the denial of licenses or credentials solely based on criminal convictions that do not directly relate to the duties and responsibilities of the licensed occupation. Key changes include defining "disqualifying crimes," establishing procedures for considering criminal history during the licensing process, and ensuring that licensing boards consider mitigating factors and provide due process before denying licenses based on criminal convictions. The bill also makes conforming changes to the licensing statutes for numerous professions and occupations regulated by state agencies and boards.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 73-77-5, 73-77-7 And 73-77-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Fresh Start Act; To Provide That The Fresh Start Act Shall Supersede Any Other Provision Of Law To The Contrary; To Amend Sections 19-5-353, 45-4-9, 45-6-11, 73-1-13, 73-3-339, 73-9-61, 73-11-57, 73-14-35, 73-15-29, 73-19-23, 73-21-97, 73-25-29, 73-25-101, 73-27-13, 73-29-13, 73-29-31, 73-31-21, 73-34-109, 73-39-77, 73-42-9, 73-42-11, 73-53-8, 73-55-19, 73-65-13, 73-71-33, 73-73-7, 73-75-19, 75-76-35, 75-76-131, 83-7-207, 83-39-15, 9-13-109, 21-27-131, 21-27-151, 27-109-5, 37-3-2, 41-29-303, 51-5-3, 67-3-19, 73-2-7, 73-3-2, 73-3-25, 73-4-17, 73-5-1, 73-5-11, 73-5-21, 73-6-13, 73-9-23, 73-11-51, 73-13-23, 73-13-77, 73-15-19, 73-15-21, 73-17-9, 73-17-11, 73-19-17, 73-21-85, 73-21-87, 73-21-111, 73-23-47, 73-23-51, 73-24-19, 73-24-21, 73-25-3, 73-25-14, 73-25-32, 73-26-3, 73-27-5, 73-27-12, 73-27-16, 73-29-19, 73-30-9, 73-31-13, 73-33-1, 73-38-9, 73-39-67, 73-39-71, 73-53-13, 73-54-13, 73-63-27, 73-67-21, 73-71-19, 75-27-305, 75-57-49, 75-60-31, 75-60-33, 75-76-67, 81-18-9, 83-17-75, 83-39-9, 73-34-14, 73-35-10, 73-69-7, 73-69-11, 75-15-11, 75-67-323, 75-67-421, 75-67-509, 75-67-609, 27-115-55, 37-13-89, 37-9-17, 37-29-232, 73-3-41, 73-4-25, 73-5-25, 73-6-19, 73-7-27, 73-17-15, 73-23-59, 73-30-21, 73-35-21, 73-38-27, 73-53-17, 73-60-31, 73-67-27, 73-75-13, 75-15-9, 75-60-19, 75-76-137, 77-8-25, 83-1-191, 83-17-71, 83-17-421, 83-17-519, 83-21-19, 83-49-11 And 97-33-315, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of This Act; To Bring Forward Section 73-15-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tracey Rosebud (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB1398 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Community school; authorize implementation under the administration of a district of innovation and establish grant fund.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Mississippi Community Schools Grant Program, which will be administered by the State Department of Education. The program aims to provide funding to districts of innovation that want to create community schools. Community schools are defined as traditional public schools that partner with community organizations to provide integrated student supports, expanded learning opportunities, family and community engagement, and collaborative leadership practices. The bill outlines how the grant funds will be distributed, including a minimum of $200,000 per eligible district of innovation, additional per-student funding, and additional allocations for districts with high numbers of students receiving free lunch. The State Board of Education is authorized to approve districts of innovation, which will be granted flexibility from certain regulations and statutes to implement their innovative plans. The bill also amends existing law to define "community school" and the requirements for districts of innovation.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Establish The Mississippi Community Schools Grant Program For The Purpose Of Allowing Schools Or School Districts Established As A District Of Innovation To Create Community Schools; To Provide That The State Department Of Education Shall Administer The Program; To Provide That The Funds Shall Be Distributed To Each District Of Innovation Approved By The State Board Of Education; To Provide Certain Distribution Formulas For Allocating The Funds Appropriated For The Grant Program; To Amend Sections 37-179-1 And 37-179-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The State Board Of Education To Approve The Creation Of Districts Of Innovation; To Define Certain Terms Related To "districts Of Innovation"; To Limit The Initial Approval And Subsequent Renewals Of Districts Of Innovation To Five-year Periods; To Direct The Board To Promulgate Administrative Rules And Regulations To Prescribe The Conditions And Procedures To Be Used By Local School Boards To Be Approved As A District Of Innovation; To Specify The Criteria To Be Addressed By The Administrative Regulations; To Prescribe The Requirements For A District To Be A District Of Innovation Applicant; To Prescribe The Statutory Requirements With Which Schools Of Innovation Within Districts Of Innovation Must Comply; To Identify Areas In Which Districts Of Innovation May Request Approval Of Practices That Are Different Than Current Statutory Requirements; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Daryl Porter (D)*, Kent McCarty (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB29 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Healthcare Coordinating Council; reconstitute and require to make report on specific health goals for the state.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill seeks to reconstitute the Healthcare Coordinating Council (the Council) and direct it to develop and report on specific health goals for the state of Mississippi. The Council will be responsible for making recommendations to the legislature regarding the establishment of a long-range, comprehensive preventive health care plan. The bill outlines the composition of the Council, including members from the legislature, state agencies, health professionals, and consumers. The Council is tasked with considering various preventive health strategies, such as goals for maternal and child health, health access, health education, chronic disease management, and other health initiatives. The Council is required to provide an initial report to the legislature in 2025 and subsequent annual reports on the status of the plan's implementation.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Reenact Sections 41-105-1 And 41-105-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Were Repealed By Operation Of Law By Section 7, Chapter 402, Laws Of 2017, For The Purpose Of Reconstituting The Healthcare Advisory Council And Directing The Appointment Of Members To The Council; To Establish A Comprehensive Preventive Health Care Plan For Mississippi And Direct The Council To Develop And Make A Report To The Legislature And The Governor For The 2025 Regular Session; To Specify Health Care Goals For The State That The Council Shall Consider; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Omeria Scott (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2166 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact; enact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, which allows psychologists licensed in one state to practice telepsychology and provide temporary in-person services in other compact states under certain conditions. The bill also amends existing Mississippi law to conform with the compact, including granting the state psychology board authority to regulate the practice of psychologists licensed in other states. The bill aims to increase public access to psychological services across state lines while enhancing state regulatory oversight and information sharing.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact And Provide That The State Of Mississippi Enters The Compact With Other States That Join In The Compact; To Amend Sections 73-31-7, 73-31-13, 73-31-14, 73-31-15, 73-31-21 And 73-31-23, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform The Provisions Of The Act; To Bring Forward Sections 73-31-9, 73-31-25 And 73-31-27, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chuck Younger (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2064 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Health Care Certificate of Need Law; Repeal.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Mississippi Health Care Certificate of Need Law of 1979 and makes conforming changes to several related statutes. The bill removes the certificate of need requirement for various healthcare facilities and services, allowing them to operate without securing prior approval from the state. The bill also makes amendments to provisions related to the operation and licensing of ambulatory surgical facilities, abortion facilities, birthing centers, and other healthcare entities. Overall, the bill aims to deregulate the healthcare industry in Mississippi by eliminating the certificate of need program.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Repeal Sections 41-7-171 Through 41-7-209, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Are The Mississippi Health Care Certificate Of Need Law Of 1979; To Amend Sections 23-15-625, 25-41-7, 35-1-19, 41-3-15, 41-4-18, 41-9-11, 41-9-23, 41-9-68, 41-9-209, 41-9-210, 41-71-7, 41-71-19, 41-73-5, 41-75-1, 41-75-5, 41-75-9, 41-75-25, 41-77-1, 41-77-5, 41-77-21, 41-77-23, 41-77-25, 43-11-9, 43-11-19, 43-13-117.5 And 57-117-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, And To Repeal Section 41-9-311, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provision; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Angela Hill (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2394 • Last Action 03/05/2024
PERS; require to engage CEFEX-certified and affiliated investment firm for fiduciary assessment of funds and practices.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Board of Trustees of the Public Employees' Retirement System of Mississippi (the System) to engage the services of a CEFEX-certified and affiliated investment firm with a CEFEX-certified analyst to conduct a fiduciary assessment of the System's funds and practices during the 2024 calendar year. The bill also requires the Board to submit the firm's report to each member of the Legislature no later than January 30, 2025. Additionally, the bill brings forward Section 25-11-119 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 for possible amendment, which outlines the Board's duties regarding record-keeping, auditing, and meetings.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Require The Board Of Trustees Of The Public Employees' Retirement System To Engage, During The 2024 Calendar Year, The Services Of A Cefex-certified And Affiliated Investment Firm With A Cefex-certified Analyst To Conduct A Fiduciary Assessment Of The System's Funds And Practices; To Require The Board To Submit The Firm's Report To Each Member Of The Legislature No Later Than January 30, 2025; To Bring Forward Section 25-11-119, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chad McMahan (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/14/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2236 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Dietitian Licensure Compact; ratify.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which allows licensed dietitians to practice across state lines by obtaining a "compact privilege" instead of a separate license in each state. The compact aims to improve public access to dietetics services, provide opportunities for interstate practice, reduce administrative burden, and enhance the states' ability to protect public health and safety. The bill also makes conforming amendments to existing Mississippi law to incorporate the compact provisions, including allowing non-resident dietitians to practice in the state for up to 5 days per year if they hold a compact privilege or other state license.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact Into Law The Dietitian Licensure Compact And Provide That The State Of Mississippi Enters The Compact With Other States That Join In The Compact; To Amend Sections 73-10-3, 73-10-7, And 73-10-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Blackwell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/05/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2565 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Open meetings; revise accessibility to information on meeting times, agendas and minutes.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Mississippi Open Meetings Act to enhance public access to information about public body meetings. It expands the definition of "public body" to include a wider range of government entities. The bill requires public bodies to create and maintain a public notice list of email addresses for residents who request to be notified of meetings, and to email meeting notices and agendas to those on the list. It also mandates that meeting minutes be emailed to the public notice list and posted online within 48 hours. Additionally, the bill shortens the timeline for recording meeting minutes from 30 days to 48 hours. The overall purpose is to improve the transparency and accessibility of public meetings in Mississippi.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 25-41-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Definition Of Public Body; To Create New Section 25-41-4, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Public Bodies To Create And Maintain A Public Notice List; To Amend Section 25-41-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Notice By Email Of Meeting Times To Those On The Public Notice List; To Amend Section 25-41-11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Requirements Relating To The Availability Of Minutes Of The Meetings Of Public Bodies; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Sollie Norwood (D)*, Derrick Simmons (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/19/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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NY bill #S04476 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Requires each public body to live stream and post video recordings of all open meetings and public hearings; requires each public body to post such recordings for a period of not less than five years.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Officers Law to require all public bodies (such as state and local government agencies) to live stream their open meetings and public hearings on their websites, and to post video recordings of these meetings and hearings on their websites within five business days, maintaining the recordings for at least five years.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to requiring all public bodies to live stream open meetings and public hearings and make the recordings of such meetings and hearings available on the webpage of the public body
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Joe Addabbo (D)*, Pete Harckham (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: PRINT NUMBER 4476A
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MS bill #HB1191 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Districts of Innovation; bring forward.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill brings forward Sections 37-179-1 and 37-179-3 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, which relate to Districts of Innovation. Districts of Innovation are school districts that have developed a plan to improve educational performance and have been approved by the State Board of Education to be exempted from certain administrative regulations and statutory provisions. The bill outlines the key provisions of these sections, including the definition of a District of Innovation, the application and approval process, the requirements for participating schools, and the types of waivers and exemptions that may be granted to these districts. The purpose of this bill is to allow for possible amendments to these existing laws.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Bring Forward Sections 37-179-1 And 37-179-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Are Provisions Relating To Districts Of Innovation, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Roberson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/14/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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NE bill #LB190 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Authorize scheduled extension of county bridge project payments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes county boards to adopt a resolution that allows them to pay for bridge repair, retrofit, reconstruction, or replacement projects over a scheduled period of time that may extend for multiple years beyond the project's completion date. This provides counties with the authority to spread out the payments for these bridge projects over an extended timeline, without requiring any additional action beyond what is already required under the Open Meetings Act. If there are any other laws that conflict with this provision, this bill would take precedence.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to county bridges; to authorize bridge project payment over a scheduled period of time extending beyond the completion date.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Brandt (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/05/2024
• Last Action: Approved by Governor on March 5, 2024
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MS bill #HB421 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Prior authorization; bring forward code sections related to.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to bring forward various sections of the Mississippi Code related to prior authorization for the purpose of possible amendment. The key provisions of the bill include: - Requirements for dental service contractors or dental insurers to establish appeal procedures for denied claims based on lack of medical necessity and to not deny claims for procedures included in a prior authorization unless certain circumstances apply. - Establishing standards for health insurance issuers to use a single, standardized prior authorization form for prescription drug benefits and respond to prior authorization requests within two business days. - Provisions around the use of telemedicine services, including store-and-forward and remote patient monitoring, and requirements for health insurance plans to provide coverage and reimbursement for these services. - Bringing forward sections of the Mississippi Medicaid law related to prior authorization and utilization review, including requirements for managed care organizations operating Medicaid programs. - Bringing forward various other sections of Mississippi law related to utilization review, medical review committees, health data registries, and regulation of physical therapy practice. The bill appears to be an effort to review and potentially update Mississippi's laws around prior authorization and related health care regulations, with the goal of improving access to services for patients.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Bring Forward Sections 83-51-15, 83-9-6.3, 83-9-32, 83-9-353, 43-13-117, 43-13-107, 73-23-101, 41-83-9, 41-83-31, 73-23-35, 41-10-3, 41-63-1, 41-63-4, 41-83-1, 41-83-3, 41-83-5, 41-83-13, 41-83-15, 41-83-17, 41-83-21, 41-83-25, 41-83-27, 41-83-29, 71-3-15, 73-21-73, 73-21-161, 83-9-39, 83-9-213, 83-41-403 And 83-41-409, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relate To Prior Authorizations, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hank Zuber (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/22/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB1076 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Charter schools; authorize state universities and community colleges to charter and revise various other provisions.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes state universities and community colleges, in addition to the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board, to charter and oversee charter schools. It revises various other provisions related to charter schools, including definitions, authorizer powers, funding, teacher requirements, and reporting. The bill aims to expand opportunities for underserved students and improve oversight and accountability of charter schools in Mississippi.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 37-28-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize State Institutions Of Higher Learning And Community And Junior Colleges, In Addition To The Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board, To Authorize Charter Schools; To Require State Institutions Of Higher Learning And Community And Junior Colleges Desiring To Authorize Charter Schools To Establish An Office Specifically For That Purpose; To Require The Chairman Of The Charter School Authorizer Board To Be Selected From Among The Members Appointed To The Board By The Governor And Lieutenant Governor; To Amend Section 37-28-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Definitions Used In The Mississippi Charter Schools Act In Conformity To The Preceding Provisions; To Amend Section 37-28-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Charter School Authorizers To Amend Charter School Contracts In Order To Approve Mergers, Consolidations And Reconfigurations Without Closing A Charter School; To Amend Section 37-28-11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit An Authorizer That Receives An Appropriation For Its Operational Support From Retaining A Portion Of Per-pupil Allocations For Its Support; To Amend Section 37-28-13, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; To Amend Section 37-28-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Charter School Authorizers To Limit The Information Initially Submitted By A Charter School Applicant To That Which The Authorizer Deems Essential; To Amend Section 37-28-19, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Certain Applicants That Are Denied A Charter To Remedy The Application's Deficiencies And Reapply Before The Next Regular Application Process; To Amend Section 37-28-21, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Charter Schools To Apply For Oversight With A Different Authorizer During The Term Of An Existing Charter Contract; To Amend Section 37-28-23, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Manner In Which A Charter School's Underserved Population Is Compared To That Of The Local School District And To Authorize An Enrollment Preference For Children Transferring To A Charter School From Another School Chartered By The Same Authorizer; To Amend Section 37-28-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Limit Comparisons To A Local School District's Academic Performance To Five Percent Of The Overall Academic Evaluation Of A Charter School; To Amend Section 37-28-33, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Charter Schools That Receive A Renewal Contract Of Less Than Five Years To Appeal The Decision In The Same Manner That Nonrenewals And Revocations Are Appealed; To Amend Section 37-28-37, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Eliminate Annual Peer Committee Reports On The Sufficiency Of Charter School Funding And To Require Additional Reports From Charter School Authorizers; To Amend Section 37-28-47, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Exclude Provisionally Licensed Teachers And Teachers Out Of Field From The 25% Limitation On Charter School Teachers Exempt From Licensure Requirements; To Amend Section 37-28-49, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; To Amend Section 37-28-55, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Manner In Which Average Daily Attendance, For Purposes Of State Funding, At Charter Schools Is Calculated; To Amend Section 37-28-57, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Charter Schools To Consult With The State Auditor In Developing Financial Regulations And To Provide That Charter Schools Are Not Required To Adhere To Financial Policies Adopted By The State Department Of Education Unless A Relevant Statute Is Specifically Made Applicable To Charter Schools; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Randy Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB1202 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact; enact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, which allows psychologists licensed in a Compact state to practice telepsychology and temporarily provide in-person services in other Compact states, subject to certain requirements. The bill grants the Mississippi Board of Psychology the authority to regulate the practice of psychologists under the Compact, including issuing licenses and disciplining providers who violate the Compact's provisions. The bill also makes conforming changes to existing Mississippi law to align with the new Compact. Overall, the bill aims to increase public access to psychological services across state lines while enhancing oversight and accountability for the practice of psychology in Mississippi.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact And Provide That The State Of Mississippi Enters The Compact With Other States That Join In The Compact; To Amend Sections 73-31-7, 73-31-13, 73-31-14, 73-31-15, 73-31-21 And 73-31-23, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of The Act; To Bring Forward Sections 73-31-9, 73-31-25 And 73-31-27, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lee Yancey (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/14/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB1236 • Last Action 03/05/2024
Review Board for Officer-Involved Deaths; create.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a Review Board for Officer-Involved Deaths in Mississippi. The board will be composed of five members appointed by the Attorney General, including a retired or reserve judge, a former law enforcement officer, an Assistant Attorney General, a criminal justice expert, and a former district attorney. The board will review information about officer-involved deaths, make recommendations to the Attorney General regarding investigations, and submit an annual report to the Legislature on the number, location, and demographic details of these deaths. The bill also requires each law enforcement agency to have a policy for handling officer-involved deaths, including requirements for reporting to the review board, using independent crash reconstruction teams, and obtaining blood samples from involved officers. Agencies that fail to adopt the required policies will not be eligible for certain legal protections.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Create The Review Board For Officer-involved Deaths; To Require The Review Board To Make An Annual Report To The Legislature Regarding The Number And Location Of Officer-involved Deaths; To Require The Review Board To Make Recommendations To The Attorney General Regarding The Investigation Of Officer-involved Deaths; To Require Each Law Enforcement Agency To Have A Policy Regarding The Handling Of Officer-involved Deaths; To Provide The Minimum Requirements For Each Policy; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeramey Anderson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/15/2024
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MN bill #HF4506 • Last Action 03/04/2024
Metropolitan Council governance modified, and Transportation Advisory Board eliminated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the governance of the Metropolitan Council, a public corporation that oversees the metropolitan area in Minnesota. The key provisions include: 1. Increasing the council membership from 17 to 45 members, with members appointed by county boards and municipal committees rather than the governor. 2. Establishing staggered four-year terms for the council members and allowing local elected officials to serve on the council. 3. Eliminating the Transportation Advisory Board and replacing it with a technical advisory committee composed of professional staff from local governments and transportation agencies. 4. Requiring a redistricting of the council districts in 2026 and after each decennial census to ensure substantially equal population in each district. 5. Specifying voting rules for the council, including that a 60% majority is required to adopt the council's levy or a metropolitan system plan. 6. Repealing the existing law that established the Transportation Advisory Board. 7. Setting the annual salary for the council chair at $52,500 and the other members at $20,000 until changed by law.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the Metropolitan Council; modifying governance of the Metropolitan Council; eliminating the Transportation Advisory Board; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.8841, subdivision 9; 473.123, as amended; 473.146, subdivisions 3, 4; repealing Laws 1994, chapter 628, article 1, section 8.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Jon Koznick (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to State and Local Government Finance and Policy
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MN bill #HF4376 • Last Action 03/04/2024
Cities and counties required to establish citizen redistricting commissions to conduct redistricting, certain counties required to have seven-member county boards, certain cities required to have wards, and time frame for voters to challenge redistricting plans expanded.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires certain cities and counties to establish citizen redistricting commissions to conduct redistricting, requires certain counties to have seven-member county boards, requires certain cities to have wards, and expands the time frame for voters to challenge redistricting plans. Cities with populations over 50,000 and counties with populations over 50,000 must use a citizen redistricting commission to draw district maps. The bill also establishes detailed requirements for the composition, application process, responsibilities, and procedures of these citizen redistricting commissions. Additionally, the bill requires counties with populations over 175,000 to have seven-member county boards, and certain cities to establish wards. The timeframe for voters to challenge redistricting plans is also expanded.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to redistricting; requiring certain cities and counties to establish citizen redistricting commissions to conduct redistricting; requiring certain counties to have seven-member county boards; requiring certain cities to have wards; expanding the time frame for voters to challenge redistricting plans; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 204B.135, subdivisions 1, 3; 205.84, subdivision 1; 375.025, subdivisions 1, 2; 375.056; 412.191, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 412.631; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 204B; 412.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D)*, Kristin Bahner (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2024
• Last Action: Author added Bahner
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OK bill #SB1588 • Last Action 03/04/2024
State and education employee benefits; transferring certain powers and duties to the Health Care Authority. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of Oklahoma law to transfer the administration of state-sponsored health, dental, and life insurance plans from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. The bill grants the Authority the power to determine rates, benefits, and coverage for these state-sponsored plans, including the HealthChoice plan. The bill also sets deadlines for the Authority to establish premiums for the upcoming plan year and allows for mid-year adjustments if necessary. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024 and declares an emergency, allowing the changes to take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state and education employee benefits; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 5003, which relates to powers and duties of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority; directing the Authority to administer state-sponsored benefits; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 1306.2, 1306.5, 1318, and 1321, which relate to the administration of state-sponsored plans; conforming language; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chuck Hall (R)*, Marcus McEntire (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/12/2024
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative McEntire (principal House author)
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VA bill #SB549 • Last Action 03/04/2024
Travel expenses; local officials.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Code of Virginia to require that any travel expense of a local official, such as a member of a local governing body, that is anticipated to exceed $5,000 and is to be paid from public funds must be approved in advance by a vote of the local governing body in an open meeting. If the final travel expense exceeds the previously approved amount, the expense must be reported to the governing body and noted in the meeting agenda or minutes within 60 days. The bill also requires a local official to repay any travel expense that the governing body determines was misappropriated within 10 days and to provide copies of any receipts at the next public meeting. Additionally, the bill allows a locality to adopt more stringent standards for local officials' travel expenses.
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Bill Summary: Travel expenses; local officials. Provides that any travel expense of a local official, as defined in the bill, to be paid from public funds, as defined in the bill, that is anticipated to exceed $5,000 shall be subject to approval in advance by a vote of the local governing body in an open meeting. The bill specifies that if the final travel expense exceeds the previously approved amount, such expense shall be reported to the governing body and noted in the meeting agenda or meeting minutes within 60 days of the determination. The bill requires a local official to repay to the locality any travel expense that the governing body determines such local official misappropriated within 10 days and to furnish a copy of any receipts for such expense at the next public meeting. The bill allows a locality to adopt more stringent standards for local officials' travel expenses. Travel expenses; local officials. Provides that any travel expense of a local official, as defined in the bill, to be paid from public funds, as defined in the bill, that is anticipated to exceed $5,000 shall be subject to approval in advance by a vote of the local governing body in an open meeting. The bill specifies that if the final travel expense exceeds the previously approved amount, such expense shall be reported to the governing body and noted in the meeting agenda or meeting minutes within 60 days of the determination. The bill requires a local official to repay to the locality any travel expense that the governing body determines such local official misappropriated within 10 days and to furnish a copy of any receipts for such expense at the next public meeting. The bill allows a locality to adopt more stringent standards for local officials' travel expenses.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Russet Perry (D)*, David Suetterlein (R), Scott Surovell (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Left in Counties, Cities and Towns
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MN bill #HF3712 • Last Action 03/04/2024
Implementation of new rates for family residential services and life sharing services delayed, Advisory Task Force on Family Residential Services established, reports required, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill delays the implementation of new rates for family residential services and life sharing services from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2028, or upon federal approval, whichever is later. It also establishes the Advisory Task Force on Family Residential Services to evaluate the proposed rate modifications and their impact on existing family residential services and licensed adult family foster care providers. The task force will submit reports with recommendations on payment rate methodologies and any additional changes needed. The bill appropriates money for the task force from fiscal year 2025 through fiscal year 2029.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; delaying implementation of new rates for family residential services and life sharing services; establishing the Advisory Task Force on Family Residential Services; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 1, sections 5; 27; 30; 32; 47; 85.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Kim Hicks (D)*, Brion Curran (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/04/2024
• Last Action: Committee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer to Human Services Finance
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MN bill #HF729 • Last Action 03/04/2024
Physical therapy interstate licensure compact created.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Physical Therapy Interstate Licensure Compact, which allows physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states. The compact establishes the Physical Therapy Compact Commission to administer the agreement, including developing rules, investigating disciplinary matters, and maintaining a shared data system on licensees. The bill outlines requirements for member states to participate, procedures for granting and revoking the compact privilege, and provisions for handling adverse actions, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The compact will take effect once adopted by 10 member states.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health occupations; creating a physical therapy interstate licensure compact; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 33 : Liz Reyer (D)*, Joe Schomacker (R), Robert Bierman (D), Deb Kiel (R), Steve Elkins (D), Jeff Backer (R), Patty Acomb (D), Duane Quam (R), Ned Carroll (D), Anne Neu Brindley (R), Kaohly Her (D), Danny Nadeau (R), Kristin Bahner (D), Bernie Perryman (R), Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D), Tom Murphy (R), Andy Smith (D), Jeff Dotseth (R), Zack Stephenson (D), Josh Heintzeman (R), Frank Hornstein (D), Bobbie Harder (R), Patti Anderson (R), Sandra Feist (D), Kelly Moller (D), Mark Wiens (R), Lisa Demuth (R), Elliott Engen (R), Mohamud Noor (D), Jeff Brand (D), Andrew Myers (R), Mike Freiberg (D), Jess Hanson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/23/2023
• Last Action: Author added Hanson, J.
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IA bill #HF2375 • Last Action 03/04/2024
A bill for an act enacting the dietitian licensure compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the dietitian licensure compact. The compact allows dietitians licensed in one member state to practice in another member state under a multistate license without applying for a license in that state. The compact imposes certain minimum requirements on the licensure of dietitians in member states and creates a commission to administer the operation of the compact. The compact includes provisions related to the establishment and membership of the commission, its powers and operations, licensure data systems, oversight and enforcement, and withdrawal or termination from the compact. The compact becomes effective upon adoption by the seventh participating state.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes the dietitian licensure compact. The compact establishes a system whereby a dietitian licensed to practice in one member state may practice in another member state under a multistate license without applying for a license in that state. The compact imposes certain minimum requirements on the licensure of dietitians in member states. The compact creates a commission to administer the operation of the compact. The commission is an instrumentality of the member states. The compact includes provisions relating to the establishment and membership of the commission; powers of the commission, meetings and voting requirements of the commission; commission bylaws and rules; commission committees; commission finances; the establishment of a licensure data system; oversight by member states; compacting state compliance; venue for judicial proceedings; defense and indemnification; effective dates and amendments to the compact; withdrawal, default, and expulsion; severability and construction; and the binding effect of the compact and other laws. The compact becomes effective upon the adoption of the compact by the seventh participating state.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Charles Isenhart (D)*, Brent Siegrist (R)*, David Sieck (R)*, J.D. Scholten (D)*, Michael Bergan (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Subcommittee: Schultz, Bisignano, and Bousselot. S.J. 442.
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UT bill #SB0195 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Golf Course Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses water use by and management of golf courses. Specifically, it requires the Utah State University Institute of Land, Air, and Water to study the use of water on golf courses in the state, including identifying best practices for water use and recommending methods for capturing possible water savings. The bill also requires the Division of State Parks to develop a master plan for state-owned golf courses, including addressing capital facilities and water use and conservation. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill addresses water use by and management of golf courses.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dan McCay (R)*, Jon Hawkins (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 02/27/2024
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0564 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Public Records Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to provisions relating to public records in Utah: 1. It amends the law on preregistering to vote, including changing the age references from "years of age" to simply "years old." 2. It specifies that the names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and Social Security numbers of concealed firearm permit holders are protected records that generally cannot be shared with the federal government, with some exceptions. 3. It clarifies that the address of the main business location for private investigators is not a public record. 4. It makes changes to the list of public records, including allowing certain opinions or orders made in administrative proceedings to be withheld if the proceedings were properly closed and the records contain protected information. 5. It amends the law on private records, including specifying that voter registration records identifying a voter's driver's license, social security number, email, date of birth, or phone number are private. 6. It requires state agencies to remove records of administrative disciplinary actions from public websites after 10 years, while maintaining their record classification under the Government Records Access and Management Act. 7. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies a provision relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Lyman (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/15/2024
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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NM bill #SB6 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Cannabis Regulation Changes
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Cannabis Regulation Act in New Mexico. It amends definitions, provides additional powers and duties to the Cannabis Control Division, establishes procedures for criminal history background checks, removes the prohibition on a person owning both a cannabis license and a liquor license, prohibits the co-location of cannabis and alcohol activities, provides for investigatory confidentiality, allows for licensee conversion from nonprofit to for-profit status, changes packaging requirements, replaces cannabis training program licensure with registration, includes the Cannabis Regulation Act under various state laws, creates new crimes, and prescribes penalties. The bill also repeals a delayed repeal and provides an effective date of July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CANNABIS REGULATION; CHANGING DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS; REMOVING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST A PERSON OWNING BOTH A CANNABIS LICENSE AND A LICENSE UNDER THE LIQUOR CONTROL ACT; PROHIBITING CO-LOCATION OF CANNABIS ACTIVITIES AND ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES OR SERVICE ACTIVITIES TO THE PUBLIC OR MEMBERS OF PRIVATE CLUBS; PROVIDING FOR INVESTIGATORY CONFIDENTIALITY; ALLOWING FOR LICENSEE CONVERSION FROM NONPROFIT TO FOR-PROFIT CORPORATE STATUS; CHANGING PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS; REPLACING LICENSURE WITH REGISTRATION OF CANNABIS TRAINING AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS; INCLUDING THE CANNABIS REGULATION ACT IN THE RACKETEERING ACT, THE DELINQUENCY ACT AND THE UNIFORM LICENSING ACT; INCLUDING CANNABIS IN A LIST OF CONTRABAND IN JAILS, PRISONS AND JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES; CREATING CRIMES; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES; REPEALING A DELAYED REPEAL; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Katy Duhigg (D)*, Andrea Romero (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/04/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 38 - Mar. 1
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NM bill #SB137 • Last Action 03/01/2024
School Board Training
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances mandatory training for local school boards and governing bodies of charter schools, adds the number of training hours attended by members to the school support and accountability system, limits a local school board's contract extension or termination of a superintendent after a school board election, amends the Campaign Reporting Act as it applies to local school board candidates, and requires local school board or governing body meetings to be webcast and archived.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS; ENHANCING MANDATORY TRAINING FOR LOCAL SCHOOL BOARDS AND GOVERNING BODIES OF CHARTER SCHOOLS; ADDING THE NUMBER OF TRAINING HOURS ATTENDED BY MEMBERS TO THE SCHOOL SUPPORT AND ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM; LIMITING A LOCAL SCHOOL BOARD'S CONTRACT EXTENSION OR TERMINATION OF A SUPERINTENDENT AFTER A SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION; AMENDING THE CAMPAIGN REPORTING ACT AS IT APPLIES TO LOCAL SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATES; REQUIRING LOCAL SCHOOL BOARD OR GOVERNING BODY MEETINGS TO BE WEBCAST AND ARCHIVED.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : William Soules (D)*, Mimi Stewart (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/04/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 43 - Mar. 1
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UT bill #HB0505 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Property Loss Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Property Loss Related to Homelessness Compensation Fund. The fund will compensate individuals and businesses within 1/5 mile of a homelessness services facility who experience property loss as a direct result of the facility's presence. The bill also establishes an advisory committee to recommend fund distribution criteria and review disbursements. At least 50% of the fund must be used each year to directly assist individuals and businesses. The bill appropriates $300,000 from the General Fund to the new compensation fund for fiscal year 2025 and takes effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates the Property Loss Related to Homelessness Compensation Fund.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joel Briscoe (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/27/2024
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0490 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Elections Office
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Elections Office, which will assume all responsibility for elections currently under the authority of the lieutenant governor. The key provisions of this bill are: 1. It creates the Elections Office and the position of director, who will be appointed by the governor. The director will serve as the chief election officer of the state and will be responsible for overseeing and supervising all elections and election-related functions. 2. It transfers various election-related responsibilities and authorities from the lieutenant governor to the new Elections Office and director, including: - Providing training and certification for election officials - Conducting audits and studies related to elections - Establishing rules and procedures for voter registration, ballot processing, and other election processes - Maintaining the statewide voter registration database - Certifying candidates and ballot measures 3. It makes conforming changes throughout the election code to replace references to the lieutenant governor with references to the director of the Elections Office. 4. It requires the director to provide additional transparency and oversight over elections, including publishing information about election processes and the performance of county clerks. Overall, the bill centralizes election administration and oversight under a new state office, transferring these responsibilities from the lieutenant governor to the newly created Elections Office and director position.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes the Elections Office, to assume all responsibility for elections currently under the authority of the lieutenant governor.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ryan Wilcox (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0354 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Truth in Taxation Revisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies requirements for property tax increases. For a specified tax year (2024-2026 for calendar year taxing entities, 2024-2027 for fiscal year taxing entities), a taxing entity may not levy a tax rate that exceeds its certified tax rate unless the proposal for a tax increase is first submitted to and approved by a majority of the registered voters of the taxing entity. The bill also provides an effective date of May 1, 2024 and specifies that it has retrospective operation for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies requirements for property tax increases.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tyler Clancy (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/22/2024
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0294 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Election Code Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an open, top-two political primary system in the state. Key provisions: - Requires an open, top-two primary election where all candidates for a regular partisan office, regardless of party affiliation, compete against each other, and only the two candidates who receive the most votes advance to the general election. - Defines three types of registered political parties - signature-convention, signature-only, and alternate-path - and establishes requirements for each type. - Modifies the process for filling midterm vacancies in the legislature and certain statewide offices, allowing the governor to appoint a replacement from the same political party as the prior officeholder. - Makes various other changes to election procedures and deadlines. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions of the Election Code to provide an open, top-two political primary system in the state.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Raymond Ward (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/15/2024
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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NM bill #SB14 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Health Care Authority
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Health Care Authority as a cabinet department in the executive branch to centralize the administration of health facility licensure, health care purchasing and regulation. Key provisions include: - Creating the Health Care Authority and defining its purpose, organizational structure, and the duties and powers of the Secretary. - Transferring functions, employees, and resources related to developmental disabilities, health improvement, and health facility licensing from the Department of Health to the Health Care Authority. - Authorizing the Health Care Authority to license and inspect health facilities, impose sanctions, and administer a rural health care delivery fund to support rural health care providers. - Establishing the Interagency Behavioral Health Purchasing Collaborative to coordinate the state's behavioral health system. - Providing for the licensure and regulation of crisis triage centers and the reimbursement of their services under Medicaid. - Recompiling and amending various existing laws related to health care into a new Health Care Code. The bill aims to create a unified department to administer and regulate health care services and facilities in New Mexico.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO EXECUTIVE REORGANIZATION; AMENDING, REPEALING, ENACTING AND RECOMPILING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978 TO CONFORM LAWS TO THE FUNCTIONS, POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY AND OTHER STATE AGENCIES AFFECTED BY THE CREATION OF THE AUTHORITY; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Michael Padilla (D)*, Liz Stefanics (D)*, Mimi Stewart (D)*, Peter Wirth (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/04/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 39 - Mar. 1
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UT bill #HB0265 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Interscholastic Athletic Activities Associations Reporting Requirements
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the required budgetary reporting and the composition of the appeal panel for an athletic association. Specifically, it requires the association to provide an annual written report to the State Board of Education and the Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee, detailing the association's budget, schedule of events, alignment or realignment procedures, and any changes to the governing document or bylaws. Additionally, the bill modifies the appeals panel to include a judge or attorney, a retired educator, and a retired athletic director or coach, and if the appeal is regarding post-season competition, the panel will also include a member from the Senate and a member from the House of Representatives. The bill also specifies the process for appointing and compensating the appeals panel members.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends required budgetary reporting and the member of an appeal panel for an athletic association.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jon Hawkins (R)*, Keith Grover (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 02/29/2024
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0173 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Local School Board Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses actions of a school district that may be subject to a referendum. The key provisions of this bill are: This bill allows a referendum on any local school tax law passed by a local school board, requiring the same signature gathering requirements as other local referendums. It establishes processes for the local school board to serve as the board of canvassers for such a referendum election, and requires the local school district to prepare a proposition information pamphlet and provide public notice similar to other local referendums. The bill also makes other technical changes to align the referendum process for local school tax laws with the existing referendum process for other local laws.
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Bill Summary: This bill addresses actions of a school district that may be subject to a referendum.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Candice Pierucci (R)*, Mike Kennedy (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 01/25/2024
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0161 • Last Action 03/01/2024
School Board Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses actions of a school district that may be subject to a referendum. Specifically, the bill: - Allows voters to require any local law passed by a local school board to be referred to the voters for their approval or rejection before the law takes effect, unless the local school board has a certain number of members voting in favor of the local law. - Specifies that the local school board is the board of canvassers for a referendum election on a local law passed by the school board. - Requires the election officer for a school district to publish a proposition information pamphlet and provide other notice for a referendum on a local law passed by the school board. - Makes other changes to the referendum process for local laws passed by a school board, including signature requirements, timeline, and ballot requirements. The bill is effective May 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill addresses actions of a school district that may be subject to a referendum.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Rex Shipp (R)*, John Johnson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/05/2024
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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RI bill #S2542 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Makes several amendments relative to the affordable clean energy security act establishing the act's priority over chapter 6.2 of title 42 (the "2021 act on climate").
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to the Affordable Clean Energy Security Act. The key provisions are: 1. It establishes that the Affordable Clean Energy Security Act takes priority over the 2021 Act on Climate (Chapter 6.2 of Title 42), in case of any conflicts between the two. 2. It defines "commercially reasonable" in terms of project viability, cost-benefit analysis, and regulatory approval. 3. It allows the Office of Energy Resources to participate in the development of regional or multistate emissions reduction mitigation strategies for natural gas transmission and electricity generation. 4. It encourages, rather than merely allows, the electric and gas distribution company to participate in regional energy procurement efforts for hydroelectric power, renewable energy, and natural gas infrastructure. 5. It provides the Public Utilities Commission with the authority to approve such regional energy procurement efforts, as long as they are commercially reasonable, affordable to ratepayers, and aligned with the goals of the Affordable Clean Energy Security Act. Overall, the bill aims to prioritize the Affordable Clean Energy Security Act and enable regional energy planning and procurement efforts that balance reliability, affordability, and environmental considerations.
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Bill Summary: This act would make several amendments relative to the affordable clean energy security act establishing the act's priority over chapter 6.2 of title 42 (the "2021 act on climate") and providing for the participation and development of regional or multistate emissions reduction mitigation strategies. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jessica de la Cruz (R)*, Gordon Rogers (R)*, Anthony Deluca (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/01/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture
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UT bill #SB0271 • Last Action 03/01/2024
Expungement Changes
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions related to expungement. It establishes automatic expungement and deletion processes for certain cases, including cases that resulted in an acquittal on all charges, cases that were dismissed with prejudice, and "clean slate eligible cases" involving lower-level misdemeanors or infractions. The bill also modifies requirements for obtaining a certificate of eligibility for expungement, the petition process, and the order of expungement. Additionally, the bill makes changes to provisions regarding access to and retention of expunged records.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends provisions related to expungement.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Todd Weiler (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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MA bill #H4158 • Last Action 02/29/2024
Relative to the town of Lanesborough employee training
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the town of Lanesborough to adopt a bylaw mandating all elected and appointed officials, as well as town employees, to complete diversity, equity, and inclusion training, and sexual harassment training, in addition to the required state open meeting law and ethics annual training. The bill takes effect upon its passage.
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Bill Summary: Relative to trainings for employees of the town of Lanesborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 11/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : John Barrett (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 11/02/2023
• Last Action: Read second and ordered to a third reading
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MN bill #SF4361 • Last Action 02/29/2024
Member access to cooperative documents and meetings improvement
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve member access to cooperative documents and meetings for electric cooperatives in Minnesota. Key provisions include: 1. Requiring electric cooperatives with more than 50,000 members to hold open board meetings, with the ability to close portions for certain reasons like discussing personnel matters or threatened litigation. Cooperatives must also provide remote participation options for members. 2. Mandating that cooperatives maintain certain documents, such as their articles of incorporation, bylaws, and financial statements, on their website and allow members to access them. Cooperatives must also provide information about upcoming board meetings, how to contact directors, and voting procedures. 3. Giving members the right to access the cooperative's membership list, provided they meet certain requirements, such as using the list for a purpose relevant to their membership. 4. Allowing members to nominate board of director candidates through a petition signed by at least 40 members. 5. Requiring cooperatives to develop a secure voting system for members to vote in board elections by mail and online. 6. Obligating cooperatives to notify members annually of their capital credit allocations and respond to member requests to calculate their cumulative capital credits. The bill aims to enhance transparency and member engagement in the governance and operations of electric cooperatives in Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to electric cooperatives; improving member access to cooperative documents and meetings; requiring electronic voting and voting by mail for cooperative board directors; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 308A.327.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Kelly Morrison (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate
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MN bill #HF4456 • Last Action 02/29/2024
Digital Citizenship, Internet Safety, and Media Literacy Advisory Council established, and report required.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Digital Citizenship, Internet Safety, and Media Literacy Advisory Council, a 19-member council composed of teachers, school media specialists, parent-teacher organization representatives, public library system representatives, and experts in digital citizenship, internet safety, and media literacy. The council must make recommendations to the Commissioner of Education on best practices and methods for instructing students on these topics. The Commissioner must report to the state legislature by February 14, 2025, with guidelines for stakeholders and any necessary draft legislation. The council will meet starting in September 2024 and expire on February 15, 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; establishing the Digital Citizenship, Internet Safety, and Media Literacy Advisory Council; requiring a report.
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• Introduced: 02/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Sandra Feist (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/29/2024
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Education Policy
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KY bill #HB191 • Last Action 02/29/2024
AN ACT relating to materials, programs, or events alleged to be harmful to minors.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends KRS 158.192 to require local school boards to allow parents and guardians an opportunity to orally recite passages from materials, programs, or events that they allege are harmful to minors during the board's appeal process. The bill also mandates the immediate removal of any such material, program, or event if the board denies a parent or guardian the opportunity to recite passages. The bill defines "harmful to minors" and outlines the complaint resolution process, including timelines, review procedures, and publication requirements for the board's final decisions.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 158.192 to require the local board of education to allow parents and guardians an opportunity to orally recite passages from materials, programs, or events subject to appeal; require immediate removal of the material, program, or event if the board denies a parent or guardian the opportunity to orally recite passages.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Josh Calloway (R)*, Shane Baker (R), Jennifer Decker (R), Ryan Dotson (R), Chris Fugate (R), Mark Hart (R), Candy Massaroni (R), Marianne Proctor (R), Steve Rawlings (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/08/2024
• Last Action: to Education (H)
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HI bill #SB2058 • Last Action 02/28/2024
Relating To Neighborhood Boards.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill defines "community outreach board" as a board established to serve in a community advisory capacity under a county department, and includes community outreach boards under existing provisions of the Sunshine Law regarding neighborhood boards. The bill also authorizes neighborhood board or community outreach board members to attend meetings or presentations related to official board business statewide, and takes effect on July 1, 2112.
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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 department. Includes community outreach boards under existing provisions of the Sunshine Law regarding neighborhood boards. Authorizes neighborhood board or community outreach board members to attend meetings or presentations related to official board business statewide. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Dru Kanuha (D)*, Henry Aquino (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Carol Fukunaga (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: The committee on JDC deferred the measure.
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MD bill #HB1191 • Last Action 02/28/2024
Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals certain provisions of law related to the Interstate Agreement on Qualifications of Educational Personnel and enters Maryland into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact. The compact is intended to create a streamlined pathway for teacher licensure mobility across member states, support the relocation of military spouses, facilitate information sharing, and remove barriers to hiring out-of-state teachers. The bill establishes requirements for multistate licensure, including criminal background checks and providing information for determining compensation. It also outlines the powers and duties of the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission, which will administer the compact, and provisions for rulemaking, dispute resolution, and enforcement.
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Bill Summary: Repealing certain provisions of law relating to the Interstate Agreement on Qualifications of Educational Personnel; providing that certain provisions of law regarding the issuance of an initial teaching certificate do not apply to certain teachers under certain circumstances; entering into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact for the purpose of authorizing regulated teachers who hold multistate licenses to teach in each member state; establishing requirements for multistate licensure; etc.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bernice Mireku-North (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: House Ways and Means Hearing (13:00:00 2/28/2024 )
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ID bill #H0422 • Last Action 02/28/2024
Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to establish the Accelerating Public Charter Schools Act to provide for public charter schools that operate independently from traditional schools.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to establish the Accelerating Public Charter Schools Act to provide for public charter schools that operate independently from traditional schools. It defines key terms, establishes legislative intent, sets criteria for approving and operating public charter schools, outlines performance-based accountability measures, creates a public charter school commission, and addresses various administrative and financial aspects of public charter schools, including funding, facilities, technical support, and oversight. The bill also makes conforming amendments to related sections of Idaho code.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5201, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO A SHORT TITLE; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5201, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A SHORT TITLE; REPEALING SECTION 33-5202, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO LEG- ISLATIVE INTENT; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5202, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE LEGISLATIVE INTENT; REPEALING SECTION 33-5202A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO DEFINI- TIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5202A, IDAHO CODE, TO DEFINE TERMS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5203, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO AUTHORIZATION OF CHARTER SCHOOLS AND LIMITATIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5203, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE APPROVAL OF PUB- LIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5204, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO NONPROFIT CORPORATION LIABILITY AND INSURANCE; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5204, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR NONPROFIT CORPORATION LIABILITY AND INSURANCE; REPEALING SECTION 33-5204A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE APPLICABILITY OF PROFESSIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5205, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PETITIONS TO ESTABLISH PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; AMEND- ING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5205, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR APPLICATIONS TO ESTABLISH PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5205A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO TRANSFER OF CHARTER; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5205A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR TRANSFER OF CHARTER; REPEALING SECTION 33-5205B, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PERFOR- MANCE CERTIFICATES; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5205B, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR PERFOR- MANCE-BASED ACCOUNTABILITY; REPEALING SECTION 33-5205C, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL REPLICATION; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5205C, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL REPLICATION; REPEALING SEC- TION 33-5206, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO REQUIREMENTS AND PROHIBITIONS OF A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5206, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE REQUIRE- MENTS FOR OPERATING A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL; REPEALING SECTION 33-5207, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO CHARTER APPEAL PROCEDURE; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5207, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FINANCIAL SUPPORT; REPEAL- ING SECTION 33-5208, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FINANCIAL SUPPORT; REPEALING SECTION 33-5209A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOL ACCOUNTABILITY; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5209A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR CHARTER RENEWALS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5209B, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO CHARTER RENEWALS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5209C, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT, REVOCATION, AND APPEALS; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5209C, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR REVOCATION OF A CHARTER; REPEALING SECTION 33-5210, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO APPLICATION OF SCHOOL LAW, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND EX- EMPTION FROM STATE RULES; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5210, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE APPLICATION OF SCHOOL LAW AND EXEMPTION FROM STATE RULES; REPEALING SECTION 33-5211, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND INFOR- MATION; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5211, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND INFORMATION; REPEALING SECTION 33-5212, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO SCHOOL CLOSURE AND DISSOLUTION; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5212, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR SCHOOL CLOSURE AND DISSOLUTION; REPEALING SECTION 33-5213, IDAHO CODE, RELAT- ING TO THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5213, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION; REPEALING SECTION 33-5214, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL AUTHORIZERS FUND; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5214, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL AUTHORIZERS FUND; REPEALING SECTION 33-5215, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO CAREER TECHNICAL REGIONAL PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; AMENDING SECTION 33-1002, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SEC- TION 33-1009, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 33-1612, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION VIA THE INTERNET; AMENDING SECTION 33-1619, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY VIA THE INTERNET AND TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 33-3407, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFER- ENCE; AMENDING SECTION 33-5504A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; PROVIDING THAT CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE RULES SHALL
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Education Committee, James Ruchti (D), Judy Boyle (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 01/23/2024
• Last Action: Reported Signed by Governor on February 27, 2024 Session Law Chapter 9 Effective: 02/27/2024
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UT bill #SB0240 • Last Action 02/28/2024
Government Records Access and Management Act Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions of the Government Records Access and Management Act. It clarifies the definitions of certain terms, such as "record" and "contractor," and exempts certain types of records, such as records related to the security of government property and records prepared in contemplation of real estate transactions, from public disclosure. The bill also changes the process for awarding attorney fees and costs in legal proceedings related to public records requests, allowing attorney fees and costs to be awarded to a "defending party" that successfully defends against a records request, rather than just to the governmental entity. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024, unless it is approved by two-thirds of the legislature, in which case it takes effect immediately upon the governor's approval.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies provisions of the Government Records Access and Management Act.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Curt Bramble (R)*, Brady Brammer (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 47
• Last Amended: 02/28/2024
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Executive Branch - Lieutenant Governor
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VA bill #SB377 • Last Action 02/28/2024
Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds, complaints, hearings, civil penalty.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or their campaign committee to personal use. The bill defines what constitutes personal use, but allows contributions to be used for ordinary campaign expenses and child care expenses related to campaigning. The bill establishes a complaint process for violations, with the State Board of Elections conducting an investigation and potentially imposing a civil penalty or requiring repayment of unlawfully converted funds. The bill also allows persons subject to the personal use ban to request advisory opinions from the State Board of Elections.
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Bill Summary: Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations similar to those promulgated by the Federal Election Commission to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections. Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations similar to those promulgated by the Federal Election Commission to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jennifer Boysko (D)*, Jennifer Carroll Foy (D)*, Saddam Salim (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Continued to 2025 in Appropriations by voice vote
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NM bill #HB195 • Last Action 02/28/2024
Housing Fund & Changes
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Opportunity Enterprise Act to create the Opportunity Enterprise and Housing Development Act. The key provisions are: 1. Allows the New Mexico Finance Authority to provide housing development loans and creates the Housing Development Revolving Fund to support these loans. 2. Expands the Opportunity Enterprise Review Board to include housing development and renames it the Opportunity Enterprise and Housing Development Review Board. The board is tasked with recommending rules, prioritizing projects, and determining if public funds are prudently used. 3. Establishes requirements for enterprise assistance (financing, leases, and loans) to opportunity enterprise partners and housing development assistance (loans) to housing development partners. This includes demonstrating the project will create or expand economic development or housing opportunities. 4. Creates reporting requirements for the Authority on the use of the Opportunity Enterprise Revolving Fund and Housing Development Revolving Fund, including details on the projects supported and their economic and housing impacts. Overall, the bill aims to expand the Authority's role in supporting both economic development and housing development projects across the state.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO FINANCE; AMENDING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE OPPORTUNITY ENTERPRISE ACT AND CHANGING THE NAME OF THE ACT; ALLOWING THE NEW MEXICO FINANCE AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT LOANS; CREATING THE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT REVOLVING FUND; DEFINING TERMS; AMENDING THE STRUCTURE OF THE OPPORTUNITY ENTERPRISE REVIEW BOARD AND CHANGING ITS NAME; PROVIDING DUTIES; REQUIRING RULEMAKING; AMENDING REQUIREMENTS FOR OPPORTUNITY ENTERPRISE LOANS; REQUIRING REPORTING.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Meredith Dixon (D)*, Natalie Figueroa (D)*, Joy Garratt (D)*, Cristina Parajón (D)*, Michael Padilla (D), Andrea Romero (D), Linda Serrato (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/29/2024
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 8 - Feb. 28
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OK bill #HB3138 • Last Action 02/28/2024
Death penalty; creating the Death Penalty Moratorium Act; creating the Death Penalty Reform Task Force; emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Death Penalty Moratorium Act, which stays the execution of all death penalty sentences in Oklahoma until further action by the legislature. It also prohibits the Court of Criminal Appeals from ordering executions or setting new execution dates, and vacates all current execution dates. The bill suspends all statutes related to the death penalty, which will return to full force upon the repeal of the Moratorium Act. Additionally, the bill creates the Death Penalty Reform Task Force to study and report on the progress of implementing reforms to the use of the death penalty in the state, with the task force required to submit annual reports to the legislature and governor.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the death penalty; creating the Death Penalty Moratorium Act; staying the execution of judgments in all death penalty cases; prohibiting the Court of Criminal Appeals from ordering the execution of judgments in death penalty cases; prohibiting the setting of execution dates; vacating all current execution dates; suspending all statutes related to death penalty sentences; returning death penalty statutes to full force and effect upon repeal of the Death Penalty Moratorium Act; providing construing provision; creating the Death Penalty Reform Task Force; providing purpose of the Task Force; providing for membership; establishing date for appointing members; setting organizational meetings; providing for the selection of a chair and vice chair; stating primary function of the Task Force; authorizing the Task Force to collaborate with other agencies, organizations, entities, and educational institutions; providing quorum requirements; making meetings of the Task Force subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; prohibiting compensation or travel reimbursement; directing the Oklahoma Department of Corrections to provide staffing and administrative support; requiring the submission of certain report to the Legislature and Governor; providing for noncodification; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Kevin McDugle (R)*, David Bullard (R)*, Preston Stinson (R), Jared Deck (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/03/2024
• Last Action: Emergency added
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OK bill #HB3531 • Last Action 02/27/2024
Children; Early Childhood Task Force; membership; honorary chair; reports; compensation; reimbursement; expenses; Open Records Act; Open Meetings Act; advice; vision statement; principles; tasks; codification; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Early Childhood Task Force to study and make recommendations to improve access to and increase the quantity of high-quality early childhood services in Oklahoma. The task force will have 19 members representing various state agencies, organizations, and stakeholders. The task force will develop an initial report by November 2024 and a final report by November 2025, providing advice to the legislature on creating a new cabinet-level agency to oversee early childhood education and care programs in the state. The task force will be guided by a vision statement and principles focused on improving outcomes, equity, and efficiency in the delivery of early childhood services. The bill also specifies the task force's duties, including analyzing the current early childhood system, engaging stakeholders, and drafting a transition plan for a new state agency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to children; creating the Early Childhood Task Force; providing for task force membership; providing for election of chair and vice- chair; permitting the selection of honorary chair; directing task force to provide reports; disallowing certain members from receiving compensation or reimbursement; permitting certain members to claim certain expenses; requiring task force to be subject to the Oklahoma Open Records Act and Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; providing that task force documents and recommendations shall only be considered advice; providing a vision statement; providing a mission; providing principles the task force is to be guided by; providing tasks for the task force; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 07/24/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Trish Ranson (D)*, Julia Kirt (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: House Committee HB3531 FULLPCS1 TRISH RANSON-CMA - HB3531 FULLPCS1 TRISH RANSON-CMA
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AZ bill #HB2096 • Last Action 02/27/2024
Cottage homes; construction; requirements; exemptions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Requires counties to ensure their land use requirements, zoning rules, building codes, and housing policies maximize the ease of constructing and affordability of residences on residential rural land. It exempts certain small single-family homes, accessory dwelling units, and detached garages on residential rural land from requiring building permits, inspections, and some other regulations, as long as they meet specified size, utility, and other requirements. The bill also exempts small greenhouses on residential rural land from needing building permits. It provides a process for property owners to demonstrate compliance and limits counties' ability to enforce against compliant structures built before the law took effect. If a county tries to enforce against a compliant structure, the property owner can sue and recover costs if found to be in compliance.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 11, chapter 2, article 4, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 11-269.29; amending sections 11-811, 11-812, 11-815, 11-861 and 11-865, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to building permits.
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• Introduced: 12/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Parker (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: House third reading FAILED voting: (27-31-1-0)
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WV bill #SB851 • Last Action 02/27/2024
Establishing requirements for contingency fee agreements between political subdivisions and private attorneys
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes requirements for contingency fee agreements between political subdivisions (such as county commissions and municipalities) and private attorneys in West Virginia. The bill defines key terms, permits contingency fee agreements in certain circumstances, and sets out a competitive bidding process for awarding such agreements. It also limits the aggregate fees that can be charged, requires certain provisions in the contingency fee agreements, and declares any agreements that violate the bill's terms to be void as against public policy. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2025 and does not apply to existing contingency fee agreements.
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Bill Summary: A BILL to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding thereto a new article, designated §7-28-1, §7-28-2, §7-28-3, §7-28-4, §7-28-5, §7-28-6, §7-28-7, and §7-28-8; and to amend said code by adding thereto a new article, designated §8-40-1, §8-40-2, §8-40-3, §8-40-4, §8-40-5, §8-40-6, §8-40-7, and §8-40-8 all relating to contingency fee arrangements between political subdivisions and private attorneys; defining terms, permitting contingency fee agreements in certain circumstances; exempting certain legal work performed for political subdivision; setting forth the requirements for a proposal request; providing process and factors considered for political subdivision award of contingency fee agreement to private attorney; limiting aggregate fees for contingency fee agreement; providing requirements for contingency fee agreement; providing contingency fee agreement void in certain circumstances; and providing rights, limitations, waivers, obligations, and effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Charles Trump (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: To House Judiciary
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AZ bill #SB1360 • Last Action 02/27/2024
Ballot processing; electronic adjudication; limitation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to election laws in Arizona: 1. It prohibits the use of any artificial intelligence or machine learning software or hardware in the processing of ballots, including in the electronic adjudication of ballots. 2. It requires the secretary of state to appoint a committee to investigate and test voting equipment, and prohibits the use of voting equipment that includes any artificial intelligence or machine learning components. 3. It requires the early ballot board to verify voter affidavits without using any artificial intelligence or machine learning software or firmware. 4. It mandates live video recording of the custody of all ballots at the counting center, with the recordings to be made publicly available on the secretary of state's website. This provision is contingent on legislative appropriation. 5. It requires the county recorder or officer in charge of elections to maintain detailed records of the chain of custody for all election equipment and ballots during early voting through the completion of provisional voting tabulation. Overall, the bill aims to restrict the use of advanced technologies in the election process and enhance transparency and accountability around ballot custody and handling.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 16-442, 16-552 and 16-621, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to conduct of elections.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 6 : Frank Carroll (R)*, Shawnna Bolick (R), David Gowan (R), Jake Hoffman (R), Warren Petersen (R), Janae Shamp (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/19/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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NJ bill #A3884 • Last Action 02/27/2024
Increases transparency and accountability for NJT and independence of NJT board members; establishes Office of Customer Advocate; requires greater detail for capital program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit) to increase transparency and accountability and the independence of the NJ Transit board members. The bill establishes the Office of Customer Advocate to provide information, analysis, and customer feedback to the board. It also requires NJ Transit to hold public hearings on its capital program and strategic plan, and report capital project details more specifically. Additionally, the bill clarifies the roles and responsibilities of the board committees and members, including requirements for board oversight and independence. Overall, the bill aims to improve the governance and operations of NJ Transit to better serve its customers.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides for changes to the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit) enabling statues to increase transparency and accountability and the independence of NJ Transit board members. Election of the vice chairperson The bill provides that the vice chairperson of the NJ Transit board of directors is to be elected from among the public voting members of the board. The vice chairperson is to serve for a two year term. The bill prohibits an ex officio member from serving as the vice-chairperson of the board. The bill also prohibits designees of ex officio members from presiding over any board meeting. Public Meetings The bill requires that board agendas be provided to the public seven calendar days prior to the meeting and that the board is not to allow more than 60 calendar days to elapse without holding a public board meeting. The bill authorizes any board member to request, through the office of the chair, that a topic of item be included for discussion or board action at a future board meeting. Board Hiring This bill requires that the board of directors directly hire the Executive Director, Director of the Office of Customer Advocate, and Auditor General. It also requires board approval of hiring by the Executive Director for certain positions including all positions at the level of Senior Vice President and Chief. Board and Committee Transparency and Accountability The bill subjects major planning documents to review and approval by the board of directors. The board is also required to review and approve any substantial curtailment or elimination of paratransit service. The bill requires the board to take an active role in developing corporate bylaws and to adopt new bylaws within 180 days of the effective date of the bill to ensure consistency with statutory law governing NJ Transit. The board is required to ensure that the bylaws are available to the public and published on NJ Transit's website. Under the bill, NJ Transit personnel are required to make audit documents in their final form available to the members of the board in a centralized database. If NJ Transit has not yet established a centralized database for these documents, the bill requires that the documents be made available to a board member upon request. The bill requires NJ Transit senior management to collaborate with the administration committee on the development of any major fiscal item. NJ Transit is prohibited from taking certain action concerning a major fiscal item until the major fiscal item has been presented to the administration committee. If the members of the administration committee find that the major fiscal item should not advance or needs to be modified, the full board may, at a subsequent board meeting, require NJ Transit to take action. The bill provides that the Auditor General and internal audit department of NJ Transit are to report directly to the audit committee and the board of directors and are to be independent of the supervision of the Executive Director, unless specifically authorized by the audit committee or the board. The bill clarifies that each committee of the board is to serve as an apparatus for members of the committee to obtain information and to engage in policy discussions within the purview of the committee. Upon request of a committee member, NJ Transit personnel is required to provide information to the committee at a time and in a form and manner determined by the committee. The bill permits the establishment of any ad hoc or temporary committee to address a specific issue of interest to the board or the public. Each committee, standing or temporary, is to submit a committee report to the board for each committee meeting, which is to include the written summary of the substance of any discussions and any action taken at the committee meeting. The bill states that the Director of the Office of Customer Advocate, or the director's designee, may attend any committee meeting to provide pertinent information or commentary to the committee. The chairperson of each passenger advisory committee is authorized to provide pertinent information to any committee but is not privileged to committee discussion. The bill also clarifies that the board and each member of the board remain authorized and obligated to exercise the functions and responsibilities of each committee and emphasizes that each board member is required to apply independent judgment while fulfilling the board member's duties. Customer Advocate This bill repeals a provision of law that requires NJ Transit to employ a customer advocate and, instead, establishes the Office of Customer Advocate (Customer Advocate) to: provide information and independent analysis to the NJ Transit board of directors on the impact that board and NJ Transit actions are having, or are expected to have, on NJ Transit's customers; provide genuine customer input and feedback to the board of directors, including relaying the needs and concerns of customers to the board of directors; and represent the best interest of NJ Transit's customers as determined by the Director of the Office of Customer Advocate. The Customer Advocate is allocated within the Department of Transportation but is independent of any supervision or control by the department, provided, however, that the director of the office is to be supervised by NJ Transit's board of directors. The Customer Advocate is authorized to conduct investigations, initiate studies, conduct research, present comments and testimony before the board of directors, legislative committees, and other governmental bodies, and prepare and issue reports. The Customer Advocate is required to arrange for meetings with NJ Transit passengers, on at least a monthly basis, for the purpose of: relaying the concerns and needs of passengers to the board of directors and the executive management team of NJ Transit; and providing information to passengers on major board or NJ Transit actions of which the director has knowledge. In addition to monthly meetings, the director of the office may undertake any other action that the director deems to be in furtherance of the Customer Advocate's purposes. The Customer Advocate also has the authority to represent the public interest regarding proposed fare increases, proposed substantial curtailments of service, proposed expansion of service, and any other action or omission of NJ Transit that the Customer Advocate determines has an impact on NJ Transit's customers. The Customer Advocate is required to issue an annual report detailing the office's activities for the prior year. The bill reduces the number of persons appointed by the Governor to each passenger advisory committee from six to five and instead authorizes the Director of the Office of Customer Advocate to appoint one person to each passenger advisory committee. The bill also directs the passenger advisory committees to provide advice, input, and guidance to the Office of Customer Advocate. Capital Program Public Hearing and Reporting The bill requires NJ Transit to hold at least two public hearings concerning the contents of the annual capital program before it adopts and implements the program. The bill also requires NJ Transit to hold at least two public hearings per year on its strategic plan, capital program priorities, and vision for NJ Transit's future. The bill provides requirements for the public hearings. This bill amends the requirements for the annual transportation capital program report that is annually submitted to the Legislature as part of the annual budget process. This report is a recommendation provided by the Department of Transportation and NJ Transit for how the State should appropriate the State's capital program appropriations from the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund. The bill requires that the reporting of capital projects in the report be more specific by narrowing the scope of what is to be reported as a project down to the level of each contract of $100,000 or more, or a group of contracts totaling more than $100,000 that are for related work at a single site. The bill also requires the projects to be reported in a manner that conveys the scope and scale of work to be completed over the course of the fiscal year. These requirements are directed specifically at the reporting for NJ Transit which has traditionally reported capital requests in broad categories that obscure the specific capital work to be completed. The bill also provides that the capital program is to be reported in a document format as is currently the case, and to also require the reporting of capital program information in a sortable spreadsheet format.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Shama Haider (D)*, Tennille McCoy (D)*, Mike Venezia (D)*, Erik Simonsen (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/28/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
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MN bill #HF2117 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Occupational therapist licensure compact established.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Occupational Therapist Licensure Compact, which is designed to facilitate interstate practice of occupational therapy and improve public access to occupational therapy services. The compact allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states, while preserving the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety. The bill outlines the requirements for member states to participate in the compact, the process for obtaining and maintaining a compact privilege, and the procedures for handling adverse actions and disciplinary matters related to licensees. The compact also establishes the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to administer and enforce the agreement.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health care; establishing the occupational therapist licensure compact; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 8 : Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D)*, Kristin Bahner (D), Deb Kiel (R), Joe Schomacker (R), Brion Curran (D), Larry Kraft (D), Natalie Zeleznikar (R), Kelly Moller (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/20/2023
• Last Action: Author added Moller
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OK bill #SB1755 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Affordable housing; creating a task force to study and make recommendations for providing affordable housing in this state. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a task force to study and make recommendations to the Oklahoma Legislature on the state's current and future policy needs for addressing affordable housing. The task force will have 13 members, including state legislators, representatives from the private sector, nonprofit organizations, financial institutions, and government agencies. The task force is required to submit a report with its findings and recommendations by November 30, 2025. The bill also sets an effective date of July 1, 2024, and declares an emergency, allowing the bill to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to affordable housing; creating a task force to study and make recommendations for policy needs to provide affordable housing in this state; providing expiration date; providing for membership; providing for designation of co-chairs; requiring appointments by certain date; requiring organization meeting by certain date; specifying quorum; providing for frequency of meetings; subjecting meetings to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; prohibiting compensation or travel reimbursement for members; requiring submission of certain report by certain date; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Haste (R)*, Mark Tedford (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2024
• Last Action: Reported Do Pass Business and Commerce committee; CR filed
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MD bill #HB425 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Compact, which allows APRNs to practice in multiple states under a multistate licensure privilege. The key provisions include establishing criteria for participating states, authorizing APRN practice across state lines, creating an Interstate Commission to administer the Compact, and providing for enforcement and dispute resolution. The bill is contingent on the enactment of substantially similar legislation in six other states.
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Bill Summary: Entering into the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact; establishing criteria for participating states; authorizing an advanced practice registered nurse to practice in a party state under certain scope of practice rules; establishing the Interstate Commission of APRN Compact Administrators and its duties and powers; providing for the amendment of and withdrawal from the Compact; providing that the Compact is contingent on the enacting of substantially similar legislation in six other states; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Sandy Rosenberg (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/20/2024
• Last Action: Referred Finance
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MA bill #S1980 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Establishing the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), which allows psychologists licensed in one compact state to practice telepsychology or provide temporary in-person services in other compact states. The compact creates a commission to oversee and administer the agreement, including developing rules, investigating complaints, and taking disciplinary action. It also requires the sharing of information between compact states about licensed psychologists and any disciplinary actions taken. The bill allows Massachusetts to join this interstate compact, which aims to increase public access to psychological services and facilitate information-sharing between states regarding psychologist licensing and discipline.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Cynthia Creem (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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OK bill #HB2953 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Central purchasing; removing and modifying various exemptions to the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies various exemptions to the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act. It removes exemptions for the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust, the Minority Business Development Program Fund, and the Department of Commerce's product development program. The bill also makes contracts awarded directly by the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust Fund subject to the Central Purchasing Act. The changes aim to bring more purchases and contracts under the oversight of the Central Purchasing Act, with the effective date set for November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to central purchasing; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 2309, which relates to the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust; modifying exemptions to the Central Purchasing Act; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.12, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 339, O.S.L. 2023 (74 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 85.12), which relates to the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act; removing certain exemptions; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5013.2, which relates to the Minority Business Development Program Fund; modifying exemption to the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5066.4, which relates to authority of the Department of Commerce; removing exemption from the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Danny Williams (R)*, Roger Thompson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 12/21/2023
• Last Action: House A&B General Government Subcommittee Hearing (10:45:00 2/26/2024 Room 4s5)
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KY bill #HB765 • Last Action 02/26/2024
AN ACT relating to licensing and occupations.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes references to "moral turpitude" and "good moral character" from various sections of the Kentucky Revised Statutes relating to licensing and occupations. The bill also makes technical changes to conform the statutes. The goal of the bill is to remove outdated and subjective language around moral character that can create unnecessary barriers to employment and licensing.
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Bill Summary: Amend various sections of the Kentucky Revised Statutes to remove references to moral turpitude and good moral character; amend various other sections to conform; make technical changes.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Emily Callaway (R)*, Bobby McCool (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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OK bill #HB3500 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; executive sessions; self-evaluation; public body; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to authorize executive sessions related to the self-evaluation of a public body. It specifies that executive sessions are permitted for the purpose of discussing the self-evaluation of the public body. The bill also provides an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 307, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 182, O.S.L. 2022 (25 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 307), which relates to executive sessions; authorizing executive sessions related to self-evaluation by public body; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tammy West (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules
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MA bill #H608 • Last Action 02/26/2024
To ensure charter school transparency and public accountability
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to ensure charter school transparency and public accountability. Key provisions include: 1. Requiring charter schools to make their original applications, charter agreements, and governing board member information publicly available online. Board members must disclose potential conflicts of interest and file financial reports. 2. Mandating that charter school governing board meetings be held in the local district, be open to the public, and comply with open meeting laws. Meeting minutes and school policies must be published online. 3. Classifying charter school employees as public employees with due process rights, and subjecting charter schools to state laws on freedom of information, public records, and public meetings. 4. Prohibiting enrollment procedures that exclude or discourage certain students, and requiring the state to monitor charter school enrollment and retention practices. 5. Establishing an independent ombudsman office to allow parents to appeal enrollment, student classification, or withdrawal decisions by charter schools. 6. Mandating detailed reporting on student attrition, discipline, and withdrawals, and setting standards for charter school disciplinary codes to avoid discriminatory practices. 7. Enhancing transparency around charter school finances, including management company contracts, expenses, and property usage. The overall goal is to increase accountability and oversight of charter schools to ensure equitable access and responsible use of public funds.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to ensure charter school transparency and public accountability. Education.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 4 : Tommy Vitolo (D)*, Steve Ultrino (D)*, Vanna Howard (D), Michelle DuBois (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see H4417
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MN bill #SF4246 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Unilateral Emergency Powers Repeal Act establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Unilateral Emergency Powers Repeal Act, makes several changes to emergency management laws in Minnesota. The key provisions are: - It repeals the governor's power to declare a national security or peacetime emergency and instead requires the legislature to declare an emergency by a two-thirds vote of each house. The legislature can extend the emergency for up to 30 days with another two-thirds vote. - It prohibits the governor from making orders or rules that have the force of law during an emergency, as that power is reserved for the legislative branch under the state constitution. - It establishes protections for citizens' rights, including free speech, religious freedom, the right to assemble, and the right to operate a business, which cannot be infringed upon during an emergency. - It amends various laws to replace references to the governor's emergency declaration with the new legislative declaration process. Overall, the bill aims to limit the governor's unilateral emergency powers and instead require legislative approval and oversight for emergency declarations and actions taken during an emergency.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to emergency management; repealing governor's power to declare emergency; establishing a legislative emergency declaration and extension process; repealing governor's authority to adopt orders and expedited rules that have the effect of law during an emergency; protecting citizen rights; making technical corrections; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 12.03, subdivision 1e; 12.21, subdivisions 1, 3; 12.25, subdivision 3; 12.45; 12.61, subdivision 2; 14.03, subdivision 1; 34A.11, subdivision 6; 35.0661, subdivision 1; 41B.047, subdivision 1; 144.4197; 144E.266; 151.441, subdivisions 12, 13; 270C.34, subdivision 1; 295.50, subdivision 2b; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 12.36; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 12; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 4.035, subdivision 2; 12.31, subdivisions 1, 3; 12.32; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 12.31, subdivision 2.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Nathan Wesenberg (R)*, Steve Drazkowski (R), Mark Koran (R), Cal Bahr (R), Torrey Westrom (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: Referred to State and Local Government and Veterans
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MD bill #HB34 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to enter Maryland into the Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact, which allows regulated social workers who hold multistate licenses to practice in other member states. The compact establishes requirements for multistate licensure, creates the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to govern the compact, and provides for withdrawal from the compact. The bill is contingent on six other states enacting similar legislation, and would take effect on October 1, 2024 if that condition is met.
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Bill Summary: Entering into the Social Work Licensure Compact for the purpose of authorizing regulated social workers who hold interstate compact licenses to practice social work in member states; establishing requirements for multistate licensure; establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission; and providing for withdrawal from the Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 21 : Ken Kerr (D)*, Tiffany Alston (D), Heather Bagnall (D), Harry Bhandari (D), Brian Chisholm (R), Bonnie Cullison (D), Pam Guzzone (D), Terri Hill (D), Tom Hutchinson (R), Steve Johnson (D), Anne Kaiser (D), Nic Kipke (R), Robbyn Lewis (D), Lesley Lopez (D), Ashanti Martínez (D), Matt Morgan (R), Joseline Peña-Melnyk (D), Teresa Reilly (R), Sandy Rosenberg (D), Deni Taveras (D), Jamila Woods (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/20/2024
• Last Action: Referred Finance
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KY bill #SB246 • Last Action 02/26/2024
AN ACT relating to materials, programs, or events alleged to be harmful to minors.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends KRS 158.192 to require local boards of education to allow parents and guardians the opportunity to orally recite passages from materials, programs, or events that are alleged to be harmful to minors during the appeal process. If the board denies the parent or guardian this opportunity, the bill requires the board to immediately determine the material, program, or event to be harmful to minors and remove it. The bill also requires the board's final disposition of the appeal to be published on the board's website and in the local newspaper.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 158.192 to require the local board of education to allow parents and guardians an opportunity to orally recite passages from materials, programs, or events subject to appeal; require immediate removal of the material, program, or event if the board denies a parent or guardian the opportunity to orally recite passages.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lindsey Tichenor (R)*, Stephen Meredith (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: to Education (S)
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GA bill #HB1356 • Last Action 02/26/2024
Dietitian Licensure Compact Act; enact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Dietitian Licensure Compact Act", which establishes an interstate compact to facilitate the practice of dietetics across state lines. The key provisions include: - Authorizing the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians to administer the compact in Georgia and conduct national background checks. - Creating the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, an interstate government agency that will oversee and implement the compact, including establishing rules, collecting fees, and handling disciplinary actions. - Allowing licensed dietitians to obtain a "Compact Privilege" to practice in other member states, as long as they meet certain uniform requirements. - Establishing a coordinated data system to share information about licensed dietitians among member states. - Outlining procedures for handling disciplinary actions and adverse actions against licenses, including a process for joint investigations and sharing of information between states. - Providing the Compact Commission with authority to enforce the compact through legal action, including against member states. The bill also includes provisions related to the effective date of the compact, the process for states to join or withdraw, and the construction and interpretation of the compact's provisions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Chapter 11A of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dietitians, so as to enter into an interstate compact known as the "Dietitian Licensure Compact"; to authorize the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians to administer the compact in this state; to authorize the board to conduct national background checks; to provide for a short title; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Sharon Cooper (R)*, Ginny Ehrhart (R)*, Bethany Ballard (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: House Second Readers
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NY bill #A09301 • Last Action 02/23/2024
Enacts the interstate medical licensure compact; provides a streamlined pathway for medical professionals who are licensed in multiple states to obtain medical licensure in New York.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which provides a streamlined pathway for medical professionals who are licensed in multiple states to obtain medical licensure in New York. The bill establishes the "Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission" to administer the compact, sets eligibility requirements for expedited licensure, and outlines procedures for applying, issuing, renewing, and disciplining licenses obtained through the compact. The bill also addresses issues such as coordinating information, conducting joint investigations, and enforcing the compact across member states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to enacting the interstate medical licensure compact
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• Introduced: 02/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Amy Paulin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: referred to higher education
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KS bill #HB2758 • Last Action 02/23/2024
Updating the definition of armed forces and updating such definition to include the space force.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies and updates the definition of "armed forces" to include the space force, and makes various changes to laws related to military service members, veterans, and their families. Key provisions include: - Expanding the definition of "armed forces" to include the space force in various statutes related to unemployment benefits, professional licensing, and higher education tuition benefits. - Allowing military members and their spouses/dependents to be considered Kansas residents for purposes of higher education tuition and fees, regardless of length of residency. - Waiving educational requirements for licensed practical nurse applicants who have practical nursing experience during military service and were honorably discharged. - Allowing emergency medical service provider certification for members of the military who have substantially equivalent training, even if they were discharged with a general discharge under honorable conditions. Overall, the bill aims to update existing laws to better accommodate and support current and former members of the armed forces, including the newly established space force.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning veterans and military; relating to the armed forces of the United States; clarifying the definition of armed forces; updating the definition thereof to include the space force; amending K.S.A. 44- 706, 48-3401 and 65-1116 and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 48-3407, 48-3408, 48-3601 and 65-6129 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Veterans and Military
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/15/2024
• Last Action: House Stricken from Calendar by Rule 1507
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NY bill #A09268 • Last Action 02/23/2024
Provides for the conducting of meetings by public bodies through the use of videoconferencing or other electronic means; sets rules and procedures related thereto.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Officers Law to provide for the conducting of meetings by public bodies through the use of videoconferencing or other electronic means. The key provisions include: 1. Defining "meeting" to include the use of videoconferencing or other electronic means for attendance and participation by members of the public body. 2. Allowing public bodies to utilize videoconferencing or other electronic means to conduct business, provided certain requirements are met, such as having a quorum of members attend in person, allowing public access and participation, and ensuring the availability of meeting records and materials. 3. Requiring public bodies that maintain a website and have high-speed internet access to stream all open meetings and public hearings in real-time on their official website and to post video recordings within 5 business days. 4. Establishing guidelines for the Committee on Open Government and the Office of Information Technology Services to develop advisory guidelines on the use of videoconferencing and electronic means for public meetings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to providing for the conducting of meetings by public bodies through the use of videoconferencing or other electronic means; and to repeal certain provisions of the public officers law, relating thereto
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• Introduced: 02/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Alicia Hyndman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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IL bill #SB2347 • Last Action 02/23/2024
PUBLIC OFFICE DISQUALIFICATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various state laws to make changes concerning whether a conviction for certain criminal offenses disqualifies an individual from serving in specified public offices or on specified boards and commissions. The key provisions include: - Requiring disclosure of any convictions under Article 33 of the Criminal Code of 2012 within the preceding 5 years for individuals seeking appointment or election to certain public offices and boards. - Prohibiting individuals convicted of offenses under Article 33 of the Criminal Code of 2012 within the preceding 5 years from holding certain public offices and positions. - Establishing time periods during which individuals convicted of public contractor misconduct or similar offenses are barred from contracting with, being employed by, or holding public office with the state or local governments. - Making conforming changes across various state laws to align with these new disqualification provisions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, the Election Code, the Children and Family Services Act, the Illinois Health Facilities Planning Act, the Township Code, the Illinois Municipal Code, the Public Library District Act of 1991, the School Code, the Home Medical Equipment and Services Provider License Act, the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975, the Illinois Gambling Act, the Liquor Control Act of 1934, and the Criminal Code of 2012. Makes changes in these Acts to provisions concerning whether a conviction for certain criminal offenses disqualifies an individual from serving in one of the specified public offices or on one of the specified boards and commissions. Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Adriane Johnson (D)*, Mattie Hunter (D), Laura Fine (D), Celina Villanueva (D)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Celina Villanueva
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KS bill #HB2591 • Last Action 02/22/2024
Exempting the state corporation commission from the open meetings act and prohibiting ex parte communications in all commission proceedings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill exempts the state corporation commission from the open meetings act with respect to matters relating to docketed proceedings before the commission. It also prohibits ex parte communications, which are written, oral, or other communications that pertain to the merits of a docketed proceeding before the commission and are made to a commissioner or the presiding officer by a party to the proceeding, or such party's counsel, when another party to the proceeding, or such party's counsel, is not present.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the state corporation commission; exempting the commission from the open meetings act with respect to matters relating to docketed proceedings before the commission; prohibiting ex parte communications in all docketed commission proceedings; amending K.S.A. 75-4318 and 77-545 and repealing the existing sections. WHEREAS, The state corporation commission is subject to the public utility act, which makes full provision for proceedings conducted before the commission, including the manner of public notice and hearing requirements; and WHEREAS, The state corporation commission primarily conducts proceedings pursuant to the Kansas administrative procedure act, which further establishes specific notice and hearing requirements for proceedings conducted before the commission; and WHEREAS, The state corporation commission complies with the general policy of the Kansas open meeting act by conducting its affairs and transacting governmental business in a manner that is open to the public; and WHEREAS, Every order of the state corporation commission is required to contain a specific statement of the relevant law and basic facts that the commission relied on in reaching its decision and identify the commissioners that participated in the order; and WHEREAS, The state corporation commission is subject to the Kansas judicial review act and the state governmental ethics law. Now, therefore:
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 07/24/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/24/2024
• Last Action: House Final Action - Not passed; Yea: 38 Nay: 82
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OK bill #HB3120 • Last Action 02/22/2024
Sex education; Parents' Bill of Rights; providing for parental opt in for child to participate in sex education; effective date; emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Parents' Bill of Rights to require parental opt-in for a child to participate in sex education, provides definitions related to sex and gender, establishes policies prohibiting the use of pronouns that do not correspond to a person's biological sex, requires parental notification for changes in a student's services or well-being, limits instruction on sexual orientation or identity, and makes other changes to sex education curriculum and policies. The bill also requires school districts and the State Board of Education to review and enforce compliance with these new provisions.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to sex education; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 2003, which relates to the Parents' Bill of Rights; providing for parental opt in for child to participate in sex education; providing for parental notification of school choice options; providing for parental opt in for certain instruction; permitting parental appeal of certain information request denial; directing State Board of Education to establish standard appeals process; requiring accreditation deficiency if school is not in compliance; defining terms; establishing school policy prohibiting certain pronouns; providing exceptions for certain disorders; banning requirement of using certain preferred personal title or pronouns; requiring student school records to comply with certain policy; prescribing punishment for changing certain student records; directing boards of education to adopt certain parental notification procedures; prohibiting adoption of certain procedures to discourage parental notification; banning instruction on sexual orientation or sexual identity; providing exception; requiring instruction to be age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate; prescribing student support services training to adhere to certain guidelines; mandating annual notification of health care services; providing for parental option to consent or withhold consent; requiring parental permission before administering certain student questionnaire or form; establishing process to address parental concerns; authorizing parent to file civil action; providing for award of damages and other costs and fees; directing school district to publish certain policies on its website; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 11-103.3, which relates to AIDS prevention education; prohibiting student from participating in AIDS education without parental permission; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 11-105.1, which relates to sex education; striking information to be included in curriculum; deleting definition for consent; barring student from participating in sex education without parental permission; directing certain curriculum and materials to be approved annually by the board of education; requiring certain concepts and ideas to be taught in sex education; prohibiting inclusion of certain concepts and ideas in sex education instruction; directing certain concepts in sex education to be emphasized; prescribing who can teach sex education programs; disallowing other organizations from providing sex education; directing certain coordination between the Department of Education and State Textbook Committee; requiring State Textbook Committee to provide instructional material guidelines; directing board of education to review and revise certain policies and procedures; mandating State Board of Education to consider certain compliance when reviewing school accreditation; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Danny Williams (R)*, David Bullard (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/25/2024
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute General Government Committee
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NJ bill #A3718 • Last Action 02/22/2024
Requires municipalities and boards of education record public meetings and post recordings on Internet.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act" to require municipalities and boards of education to video record each of their meetings and post the recordings on their official websites. The bill also mandates that the meeting minutes include the video recordings, and that portions of the recordings corresponding to the publicly accessible minutes be released and posted online at the same time the minutes are legally released to the public.
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Bill Summary: This bill revises the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act" to require municipalities and boards of education to video record each meeting and to post the recordings on their Internet sites. The bill also provides that the minutes of a meeting of a municipality or board of education will include the video recording of the meeting. Portions of the recordings that correspond to the minutes that are accessible to the public shall be released to the public at the time the meeting minutes, or portions thereof, may legally be released to the public, and posted on the official Internet site of the municipality or board of education.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Carol Murphy (D)*, Annette Quijano (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/23/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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ID bill #S1289 • Last Action 02/22/2024
Adds to existing law to establish standards for library materials and to establish procedures for the review and removal of materials, procedures for appeals, and penalties for violations.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds a new section to Idaho law to establish standards and procedures for the review and removal of library materials that may be harmful to minors. It requires every library in the state to create a review committee and policy for processing requests to relocate such materials, including providing notice, holding public hearings, and issuing written decisions. The bill also allows affected persons to appeal decisions and seek judicial review, and provides for civil liability and injunctive relief if libraries fail to comply with the requirements. The bill aims to protect children from accessing materials deemed harmful and gives parents and guardians legal recourse if libraries do not properly restrict access.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AND LIBRARY PROTECTION; AMENDING CHAPTER 15, TITLE 18, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 18-1517B, IDAHO CODE, TO DEFINE TERMS, TO REQUIRE EVERY LIBRARY TO ESTABLISH A LIBRARY MATERIALS REVIEW COMMITTEE AND A POLICY FOR PROCESSING REQUESTS FOR THE RELOCATION OF CERTAIN LIBRARY MATERIALS, TO PROVIDE AN APPEAL PROCE- DURE, TO PROVIDE FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF, TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN MATERIALS FROM
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : State Affairs Committee
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Filed in Office of the Secretary of Senate
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TN bill #HB2575 • Last Action 02/22/2024
AN ACT to amend Chapter 61 of the Private Acts of 2001; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Humboldt Utilities Authority Act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Humboldt Utilities Authority Act to create and empower the Humboldt Utilities Authority, a public corporation, to plan, acquire, construct, improve, furnish, equip, finance, own, operate, and maintain water, wastewater, gas, telecommunications, and electric utility systems within or outside the city of Humboldt. The authority is granted various powers, including the ability to issue bonds, set rates, and enter into contracts and agreements. The bill also provides for the transfer of the city's utility systems to the authority and grants the authority a franchise to provide services within the city. The authority is subject to certain requirements and oversight, and its operations are intended to be self-sustaining without requiring appropriations from the city or state.
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Bill Summary: Subject to local approval, enacts the Humboldt Utilities Authority Act to create and empower the Humboldt Utilities Authority. - Amends Chapter 61 of the Private Acts of 2001.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Brock Martin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/31/2024
• Last Action: Withdrawn.
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IA bill #HF2272 • Last Action 02/22/2024
A bill for an act enacting the social work licensure compact.(See HF 2512.)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the social work licensure compact. The compact allows a social worker licensed in one member state to practice in other member states under a multistate license without applying for a new license. The compact imposes minimum requirements for social worker licensure in member states and creates a commission to administer the compact. The commission has various powers, including establishing rules, collecting fees, and taking disciplinary actions against licensees. The compact becomes effective once adopted by seven member states and allows for the withdrawal of member states. Overall, the bill aims to facilitate the interstate practice of social workers and improve public access to social work services.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes the social work licensure compact. The compact establishes a system whereby a social worker licensed to practice in one member state may practice in another member state under a multistate license without applying for a license in that state. The compact imposes certain minimum requirements on the licensure of social workers in member states. The compact creates a commission to administer the operation of the compact. The commission is an instrumentality of the member states. The compact includes provisions relating to the establishment and membership of the commission; powers of the commission, meetings and voting requirements of the commission; commission bylaws and rules; commission committees; commission finances; the establishment of a licensure data system; oversight by member states; compacting state compliance; venue for judicial proceedings; defense and indemnification; effective dates and amendments to the compact; withdrawal, default, and expulsion; severability and construction; and the binding effect of the compact and other laws. The compact becomes effective upon the adoption of the compact by the seventh participating state.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Joel Fry (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Withdrawn. H.J. 380.
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MN bill #HF4136 • Last Action 02/22/2024
Sanctions for noncompliance strengthened with the open meeting law, civil action provided, and civil penalties provided.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens sanctions for noncompliance with the open meeting law in Minnesota. It amends the existing law to provide for a civil action and civil penalties for violations. The key provisions include: 1. Allowing closed meetings for the attorney-client privilege, with requirements to identify the legal issue being discussed and making the recording available for review. 2. Increasing the maximum civil penalty for a single violation from $300 to $1,000, and from $300 to $1,200 for any subsequent violations. 3. Requiring forfeiture of office for a person who has committed three or more separate, intentional violations of the open meeting law. 4. Allowing the court to award reasonable costs, disbursements, and attorney fees to a prevailing plaintiff in an action under the open meeting law, with a cap of $10,000 for awards to defendants if the action was frivolous.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to open meeting law; strengthening sanctions for noncompliance with the open meeting law; providing a civil action; providing civil penalties; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13D.05, subdivisions 1, 3; 13D.06, subdivisions 1, 3, 4.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Coulter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to State and Local Government Finance and Policy
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KY bill #SB238 • Last Action 02/22/2024
AN ACT relating to children.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to Kentucky laws related to children and education: 1. It removes provisions related to parental rights and courses, curricula, or programs on human sexuality, and instead provides a process for parents to opt out of their child receiving instruction on the subject of human sexuality. 2. It removes language limiting the Kentucky Board of Education or Department of Education policies regarding student confidential information and the use of pronouns, and instead requires a local school district to use gender-appropriate pronouns for a child upon a parent's request and a note from a medical provider diagnosing the child with gender dysphoria. 3. It requires schools to provide an accommodation to any student who requests an area of individual privacy in restrooms, locker rooms, and shower rooms, regardless of biological sex or gender identity, and permits alternate accommodations upon a parent's request. 4. It prohibits surgical or medical treatment of a child under 18 years old for gender dysphoria without the consent of the child's parent or legal guardian, and requires any nonsurgical medical treatment to be provided only to a child with a medical diagnosis of gender dysphoria and to meet certain evidence-based standards.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 158.1415 to remove provisions related to parental rights and courses, curriculums, or programs on human sexuality; provide for a process for parents to opt out of their child receiving instruction on the subject of human sexuality; amend KRS 158.191 to remove language limiting Kentucky Board of Education or Department of Education policies regarding student confidential information and the use of pronouns; require a local school district to use pronouns for students upon a request from a parent along with a note from a medical provider diagnosing the child with gender dysphoria; remove language concerning parental consent for well-being questionnaires or assessments or a health screening; amend KRS 158.189 to make findings about children and young adults desiring individual privacy; require a school to provide an accommodation to any student who requests an area of individual privacy in restrooms, locker rooms, and shower rooms, regardless of biological sex or gender identity; require school officials to provide an accommodation for individual privacy for children whose gender is different from his or her biological sex and who have a note from a medical provider diagnosing the child with gender dysphoria; permit alternate accommodations upon the parent's request; amend KRS 311.372 to prohibit surgical or medical treatment of a child under the age of 18 years for gender dysphoria, and any nonsurgical medical treatment without the consent of the child's parent or legal guardian; require that the provision of nonsurgical medical treatment to a child under the age of 18 years apply only to a child with a medical diagnosis from a mental health care provider and by a trained and experienced health care provider in collaboration with a clinical psychologist or psychiatrist using only appropriate nonsurgical medical treatments approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for adolescents and that meet evidence-based medical standards.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Karen Berg (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: to Education (S)
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MA bill #S2065 • Last Action 02/22/2024
Promoting governmental efficiency
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to promote governmental efficiency by amending sections of the Massachusetts General Laws. The key provisions include: 1. Streamlining the process for filing complaints alleging violations of the Open Meeting Law, such as setting a 20-business day deadline for filing complaints and allowing public bodies to petition the Attorney General for relief from responding to complaints that are unduly burdensome. 2. Changing the terminology from "complaint" to "petition for review of an open meeting law complaint" in the relevant section of the law. 3. Removing the limitation that public records requests must not be intended for broad dissemination of information about government activity, potentially making it easier for the public to access such records. These changes are intended to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of government operations in Massachusetts.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to promote governmental efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Becca Rausch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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MI bill #HB5484 • Last Action 02/22/2024
Law enforcement: other; human trafficking health advisory board act; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 3 of 2014 PA 461 (MCL 752.993). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Human Trafficking Health Advisory Board Act by changing the composition of the board. The key provisions are: 1. The board is now an autonomous entity within the Department of Health and Human Services (previously Community Health) and includes representatives from the Department of Health and Human Services and the Children's Services Administration. 2. The board now includes licensed medical professionals, a mental health professional, a registered nurse with emergency department experience, and human trafficking survivors. 3. The initial appointment timelines and term lengths for board members have been modified. 4. The bill includes a tie-bar provision, meaning it will not take effect unless a separate bill (Senate Bill No. ____ or House Bill No. 5477) is also enacted.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 2014 PA 461, entitled"Human trafficking health advisory board act,"by amending section 3 (MCL 752.993).
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• Introduced: 02/22/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Schriver (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/22/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/22/2024
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MD bill #SB483 • Last Action 02/22/2024
Maryland Community Investment Corporation - Establishment (Housing and Community Development Financing Act of 2024)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Maryland Community Investment Corporation as an independent unit to make investments in certain low-income communities in the state. The corporation will apply for and allocate federal new markets tax credits, receive and facilitate qualified equity investments and financial assistance in low-income communities, and coordinate with other community development entities to ensure maximum benefit. The bill also expands the eligible uses of the Strategic Demolition and Smart Growth Impact Fund to include grants and loans for debt payments and credit enhancement for revitalization projects in designated areas.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Maryland Community Investment Corporation as an independent unit to make investments in certain low-income communities; requiring the Corporation to apply for an allocation of federal new markets tax credits; expanding the eligible uses of the Strategic Demolition and Smart Growth Impact Fund to include grants and loans for debt payments and for credit enhancement for certain projects; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Pamela Beidle (D)*, Ben Brooks (D), Sarah Elfreth (D), Dawn Gile (D), Shelly Hettleman (D), Clarence Lam (D), Johnny Salling (R), Jeff Waldstreicher (D), Mary Washington (D), Chris West (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/23/2024
• Last Action: Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 2/22/2024 )
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IL bill #SB2085 • Last Action 02/21/2024
FOIA-ENGINEERING PROPOSALS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act to provide that proposals or bids submitted by engineering consultants in response to requests for proposal or other competitive bidding requests by the Department of Transportation or the Illinois Toll Highway Authority are exempt from disclosure under the Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that proposals or bids submitted by engineering consultants in response to requests for proposal or other competitive bidding requests by the Department of Transportation or the Illinois Toll Highway Authority are exempt from disclosure under the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Don DeWitte (R)*, Neil Anderson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Neil Anderson
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GA bill #SB536 • Last Action 02/21/2024
"Dietitian Licensure Compact"; enter into an interstate compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would enact the "Dietitian Licensure Compact" in Georgia, allowing licensed dietitians to practice across state lines through a "Compact Privilege" system. The bill would authorize the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians to administer the compact and conduct national background checks. It would establish a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the compact, set rules, and address issues of default or disputes between member states. The compact aims to improve public access to dietetics services, eliminate the need for multiple state licenses, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance cooperation and information-sharing among states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Chapter 11A of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dietitians, so as to enter into an interstate compact known as the "Dietitian Licensure Compact"; to authorize the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians to administer the compact in this state; to authorize the board to conduct national background checks; to provide for a short title; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Sonya Halpern (D)*, Larry Walker (R)*, Ed Harbison (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/20/2024
• Last Action: Senate Read and Referred
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FL bill #H1549 • Last Action 02/21/2024
Health Care
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill aims to strengthen access to health care in Florida by taking several actions, including: - Requiring physician licensees to provide the Department of Health with information about their medical education and training, which the department will collect and compile. - Revising the Dental Student Loan Repayment Program to support the state Medicaid program and expand eligibility to dental hygienists. - Renaming and revising the Medical Education Reimbursement and Loan Repayment Program as the "Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education Program" to support a broader range of health care practitioners. - Requiring the Department of Health to report on student loan repayment programs and conduct an evaluation of their effectiveness. - Creating a health care screening and services grant program and an online portal to connect the public to free or low-cost screenings and services. - Expanding the telehealth minority maternity care program to a statewide program. - Establishing requirements for advanced birth centers and providing for their designation and regulation. - Expanding the roles and authorities of psychiatric nurses in the mental health system. - Requiring hospitals to have emergency department diversion plans to connect patients to appropriate primary care settings. - Creating the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice of medicine. - Making various other changes to laws governing health care practitioners, education, and services. The bill also provides significant appropriations totaling over $300 million to support various health care workforce and service initiatives.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to health care; amending s. 381.4018, F.S.; requiring physician licensees to provide to the Department of Health specified information; requiring the department to collect and compile such information in consultation with the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability; amending s. 381.4019, F.S.; revising the purpose of the Dental Student Loan Repayment Program; defining the term "free clinic"; including dental hygienists in the program; revising eligibility requirements for the program; specifying limits on award amounts for and participation of dental hygienists under the program; deleting the maximum number of new practitioners who may participate in the program each fiscal year; specifying that dentists and dental hygienists must provide specified documentation; requiring practitioners who receive payments under the program to furnish certain information requested by the Department of Health; requiring the Agency for Health Care Administration to seek federal authority to use specified matching funds for the program; providing for future repeal of the program; transferring, renumbering, and amending s. 1009.65, F.S.; renaming the Medical Education Reimbursement and Loan Repayment Program as the "Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education Program"; revising the types of providers who are eligible to participate in the program; revising requirements for the distribution of funds under the program; requiring the Agency for Health Care Administration to seek federal authority to use specified matching funds for the program; creating s. 381.4021, F.S.; requiring the Department of Health to provide to the Governor and the Legislature an annual report on specified student loan repayment programs; providing requirements for the report; requiring the department to contract with an independent third party to develop and conduct a design study for evaluating the effectiveness of specified student loan repayment programs; specifying requirements for the design study; requiring the department to submit the study results to the Governor and the Legislature by dates certain; requiring the department to participate in a certain multistate collaborative for a specified purpose; providing for future repeal of the requirement; creating s. 381.9855, F.S.; requiring the department to implement a health care screening and services grant program for a specified purpose; specifying duties of the department; authorizing nonprofit entities to apply for grant funds to implement new health care screening, service programs, or mobile clinics or units to expand the program's delivery capabilities; specifying requirements for grant recipients; authorizing the department to adopt rules; requiring the department to create and maintain an Internet- based portal to provide specified information relating to available health care screenings and services and volunteer opportunities; authorizing the department to contract with a third-party vendor to create and maintain the portal; specifying requirements for the portal; requiring the department to coordinate with county health departments for a specified purpose; requiring the department to include a clear and conspicuous link to the portal on the homepage of its website; requiring the department to publicize and encourage the use of the portal and enlist the aid of county health departments for such outreach; amending s. 383.2163, F.S.; expanding the telehealth minority maternity care program from a pilot program to a statewide program; requiring the department to submit to the Governor and the Legislature an annual report; providing requirements for the report; amending s. 383.302, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; creating s. 383.3081, F.S.; providing requirements for birth centers to be designated as advanced birth centers with respect to operating procedures, staffing, and equipment; requiring an advanced birth center to enter into a written agreement with a blood bank for emergency blood bank services; requiring that a patient who receives an emergency blood transfusion at an advanced birth center be immediately transferred to a hospital for further care; requiring the agency to establish by rule a process for birth centers to be designated as advanced birth centers; amending s. 383.309, F.S.; providing minimum standards for advanced birth centers; authorizing the Agency for Health Care Administration to enforce specified provisions of the Florida Building Code and the Florida Fire Prevention Code for advanced birth centers; amending s. 383.313, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 383.3131, F.S.; providing requirements for laboratory and surgical services at advanced birth centers; providing conditions for administration of anesthesia; authorizing the intrapartal use of chemical agents; amending s. 383.315, F.S.; requiring advanced birth centers to employ or maintain an agreement with an obstetrician for specified purposes; amending s. 383.316, F.S.; requiring advanced birth centers to provide for the transport of emergency patients to a hospital; requiring each advanced birth center to enter into a written transfer agreement with a local hospital or an obstetrician for such transfers; requiring birth centers and advanced birth centers to assess and document transportation services and transfer protocols annually; amending s. 383.318, F.S.; providing protocols for postpartum care of clients and infants at advanced birth centers; providing requirements for followup care; amending s. 394.455, F.S.; revising definitions; amending s. 394.457, F.S.; requiring the Department of Children and Families to adopt certain minimum standards for mobile crisis response services; amending s. 394.4598, F.S.; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to provide opinions to the court for the appointment of guardian advocates; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to consult with guardian advocates for purposes of obtaining consent for treatment; amending s. 394.4615, F.S.; authorizing psychiatric nurses to make certain determinations related to the release of clinical records; amending s. 394.4625, F.S.; requiring certain treating psychiatric nurses to document specified information in a patient's clinical record within a specified timeframe of his or her voluntary admission for mental health treatment; requiring clinical psychologists who make determinations of involuntary placement at certain mental health facilities to have specified clinical experience; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to order emergency treatment for certain patients; amending s. 394.463, F.S.; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to order emergency treatment of certain patients; requiring a clinical psychologist to have specified clinical experience to approve the release of an involuntary patient at certain mental health facilities; amending s. 394.4655, F.S.; requiring clinical psychologists to have specified clinical experience in order to recommend involuntary outpatient services for mental health treatment; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to recommend involuntary outpatient services for mental health treatment; providing an exception; authorizing psychiatric nurses to make certain clinical determinations that warrant bringing a patient to a receiving facility for an involuntary examination; amending s. 394.467, F.S.; requiring clinical psychologists to have specified clinical experience in order to recommend involuntary inpatient services for mental health treatment; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to recommend involuntary inpatient services for mental health treatment; amending s. 394.4781, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "psychotic or severely emotionally disturbed child"; amending s. 394.4785, F.S.; authorizing psychiatric nurses to admit individuals over a certain age into certain mental health units of a hospital under certain conditions; requiring the agency to seek federal approval for Medicaid coverage and reimbursement authority for mobile crisis response services; requiring the Department of Children and Families to coordinate with the agency to provide specified education to contracted mobile response team services providers; amending s. 394.875, F.S.; authorizing certain psychiatric nurses to prescribe medication to clients of crisis stabilization units; amending s. 395.1055, F.S.; requiring the agency to adopt rules ensuring that hospitals do not accept certain payments and requiring certain hospitals to submit an emergency department diversion plan to the agency for approval before initial licensure or licensure renewal; providing that, beginning on a date certain, such plan must be approved before a license may be issued or renewed; requiring such hospitals to submit specified data to the agency on an annual basis and update their plans as needed, or as directed by the agency, before each licensure renewal; specifying requirements for the diversion plans; requiring the agency to establish a process for hospitals to share certain information with certain patients' managed care plans; amending s. 408.051, F.S.; requiring certain hospitals to make available certain data to the agency's Florida Health Information Exchange program for a specified purpose; authorizing the agency to adopt rules; amending s. 409.909, F.S.; authorizing the agency to allocate specified funds under the Slots for Doctors Program for existing resident positions at hospitals and qualifying institutions if certain conditions are met; requiring hospitals and qualifying institutions that receive certain state funds to report specified data to the agency annually; requiring certain hospitals and qualifying institutions to annually report to the agency specified data; defining the term "sponsoring institution"; requiring such hospitals and qualifying institutions, beginning on a date certain, to produce certain financial records or submit to certain financial audits; providing applicability; providing that hospitals and qualifying institutions that fail to produce such financial records to the agency are no longer eligible to participate in the Statewide Medicaid Residency Program until a certain determination is made by the agency; requiring hospitals and qualifying institutions to request exit surveys of residents upon completion of residency; providing requirements for the exit surveys; creating the Graduate Medical Education Committee within the agency; providing for membership and meetings of the committee; requiring the committee, beginning on a specified date, to submit to the Governor and the Legislature an annual report detailing specified information; requiring the agency to provide administrative support to assist the committee in the performance of its duties and to provide certain information to the committee; creating s. 409.91256, F.S.; creating the Training, Education, and Clinicals in Health (TEACH) Funding Program for a specified purpose; providing legislative intent; providing definitions; requiring the agency to develop an application process and enter into certain agreements to implement the program; specifying requirements to qualify to receive reimbursements under the program; requiring the agency, in consultation with the Department of Health, to develop, or contract for the development of, specified training for, and to provide assistance to, preceptors; providing for reimbursement under the program; requiring the agency to submit to the Governor and the Legislature an annual report; providing requirements for the report; requiring the agency to contract with an independent third party to develop and conduct a design study for evaluating the impact of the program; specifying requirements for the design study; requiring the agency to begin collecting data for the study and submit the study results to the Governor and the Legislature by dates certain; authorizing the agency to adopt rules; requiring the agency to seek federal approval to use specified matching funds for the program; providing for future repeal of the program; amending s. 409.967, F.S.; requiring the agency to produce an annual report on patient encounter data under the statewide managed care program; providing requirements for the report; requiring the agency to submit to the Governor and the Legislature the report by a date certain; authorizing the agency to contract with a third-party vendor to produce the report; amending s. 409.973, F.S.; requiring Medicaid managed care plans to continue assisting certain enrollees in scheduling an initial appointment with a primary care provider; requiring such plans to coordinate with hospitals that contact them for a specified purpose; requiring the plans to coordinate with their members and members' primary care providers for such purpose; requiring the agency to seek federal approval necessary to implement an acute hospital care at home program meeting specified criteria; 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 that monitoring contracts for certain impaired practitioners participating in treatment programs contain specified terms; creating s. 456.4501, F.S.; enacting the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact in this state; providing purposes of the compact; providing that state medical boards of member states retain jurisdiction to impose adverse action against licenses issued under the compact; providing definitions; specifying eligibility requirements for physicians seeking an expedited license under the compact; providing requirements for designation of a state of principal license for purposes of the compact; authorizing the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission to develop certain rules; providing an application and verification process for expedited licensure under the compact; providing for expiration and termination of expedited licenses; authorizing the Interstate Commission to develop certain rules; providing requirements for renewal of expedited licenses; authorizing the Interstate Commission to develop certain rules; providing for the establishment of a database for coordinating licensure data amongst member states; requiring and authorizing member boards to report specified information to the database; providing for confidentiality of such information; providing construction; authorizing the Interstate Commission to develop certain rules; authorizing member states to conduct joint investigations and share certain materials; providing for disciplinary action of physicians licensed under the compact; creating the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission; providing purpose and authority of the commission; providing for membership and meetings of the commission; providing public meeting and notice requirements; authorizing closed meetings under certain circumstances; providing public record requirements; requiring the commission to establish an executive committee; providing for membership, powers, and duties of the committee; authorizing the commission to establish other committees; specifying powers and duties of the commission; providing for financing of the commission; providing for organization and operation of the commission; providing limited immunity from liability for commissioners and other agents or employees of the commission; authorizing the commission to adopt rules; providing for rulemaking procedures, including public notice and meeting requirements; providing for judicial review of adopted rules; providing for oversight and enforcement of the compact in member states; requiring courts in member states to take judicial notice of the compact and the commission rules for purposes of certain proceedings; providing that the commission is entitled to receive service of process and has standing in certain proceedings; rendering judgments or orders void as to the commission, the compact, or commission rules under certain circumstances; providing for enforcement of the compact; specifying venue and civil remedies in such proceedings; providing for attorney fees; providing construction; specifying default procedures for member states; providing for dispute resolution between member states; providing for eligibility and procedures for enactment of the compact; providing for amendment to the compact; specifying procedures for withdrawal from and subsequent reinstatement of the compact; authorizing the Interstate Commission to develop certain rules; providing for dissolution of the compact; providing severability and construction; creating s. 456.4502, F.S.; providing that a formal hearing before the Division of Administrative Hearings must be held if there are any disputed issues of material fact when the licenses of certain physicians and osteopathic physicians are suspended or revoked by this state under the compact; requiring the Department of Health to notify the Division of Administrative Hearings of a petition for a formal hearing within a specified timeframe; requiring the administrative law judge to issue a recommended order; requiring the Board of Medicine or the Board of Osteopathic Medicine, as applicable, to determine and issue final orders in certain cases; providing the department with standing to seek judicial review of any final order of the boards; creating s. 456.4504, F.S.; authorizing the department to adopt rules; specifying that provisions of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact do not authorize the Department of Health, the Board of Medicine, or the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to collect a fee for expedited licensure, but rather state that fees of that kind are allowable under the compact; amending s. 458.311, F.S.; revising an education and training requirement for physician licensure; exempting certain foreign-trained applicants for physician licensure from the residency requirement; providing certain employment requirements for such applicants; requiring such applicants to notify the Board of Medicine of any changes in employment within a specified timeframe; repealing s. 458.3124, F.S., relating to restricted licenses of certain experienced foreign-trained physicians; amending s. 458.314, F.S.; authorizing the board to exclude certain foreign medical schools from consideration as an institution that provides medical education that is reasonably comparable to similar accredited institutions in the United States; providing construction; deleting obsolete language; amending s. 458.3145, F.S.; revising criteria for medical faculty certificates; deleting a cap on the maximum number of extended medical faculty certificates that may be issued at specified institutions; amending ss. 458.315 and 459.0076, F.S.; authorizing temporary certificates for practice in areas of critical need to be issued to physician assistants, rather than only to physicians, who meet specified criteria; amending ss. 458.317 and 459.0075, F.S.; specifying who may be considered a graduate assistant physician; creating limited licenses for graduate assistant physicians; specifying criteria a person must meet to obtain such licensure; requiring the Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine, respectively, to establish certain requirements by rule; providing for a one-time renewal of such licenses; authorizing limited licensed graduate assistant physicians to provide health care services only under the direct supervision of a physician and pursuant to a written protocol; providing requirements for, and limitations on, such supervision and practice; providing requirements for the supervisory protocols; providing that supervising physicians are liable for any acts or omissions of such graduate assistant physicians acting under their supervision and control; authorizing third-party payors to provide reimbursement for covered services rendered by graduate assistant physicians; authorizing the Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine, respectively, to adopt rules; creating s. 464.0121, F.S.; providing that temporary certificates for practice in areas of critical need may be issued to advanced practice registered nurses who meet specified criteria; providing restrictions on the issuance of temporary certificates; waiving licensure fees for such applicants under certain circumstances; amending s. 464.0123, F.S.; requiring certain certified nurse midwives, as a condition precedent to providing out-of-hospital intrapartum care, to maintain a written policy for the transfer of patients needing a higher acuity of care or emergency services; requiring that such policy prescribe and require the use of an emergency plan-of-care form; providing requirements for the form; requiring such certified nurse midwives to document specified information on the form if a transfer of care is determined to be necessary; requiring certified nurse midwives to verbally provide the receiving provider with specified information and make himself or herself immediately available for consultation; requiring certified nurse midwives to provide the patient's emergency plan-of- care form, as well as certain patient records, to the receiving provider upon the patient's transfer; requiring the Board of Nursing to adopt certain rules; amending s. 464.019, F.S.; deleting the sunset date of a certain annual report required of the Florida Center for Nursing; creating s. 458.3129 and 459.074, F.S.; providing that an allopathic physician or an osteopathic physician, respectively, licensed under the compact is deemed to be licensed under ch. 458, F.S., or ch. 459, F.S., as applicable; amending s. 468.1135, F.S.; requiring the Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology to appoint two of its board members to serve as the state's delegates on the compact commission; amending s. 468.1185, F.S.; removing provisions relating to licensure by endorsement and refusal of certification for speech- language pathologists and audiologists; exempting audiologists and speech-language pathologists from licensure requirements who are practicing in this state pursuant to a compact privilege under the compact; amending s. 468.1295, F.S.; authorizing the board to take adverse action against the compact privilege of audiologists and speech-language pathologists for specified prohibited acts; creating s. 468.1335, F.S.; creating the Practice of Audiology and Speech-language Pathology Interstate Compact; providing purpose, 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 on 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; providing for the recognition of the practice of audiology and speech-language pathology through telehealth in member states; specifying that a licensee must adhere to the laws and rules of the remote state in which he or she provides audiology or speech-language pathology through telehealth; authorizing active duty military personnel and their spouses to keep their home state designation during active duty; specifying how such individual may subsequently change his or her home state license designation; 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 Audiology and Speech-language Pathology Interstate 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; 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 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 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; specifying that the provisions of the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact do not authorize the Department of Health or the Board of Physical Therapy to collect a compact privilege fee, but rather state that fees of that kind are allowable under the compact; authorizing the Department of Health or the Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology to collect a compact privilege fee; amending ss. 486.028, 486.031, and 486.102, F.S.; exempting from licensure requirements physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who are practicing in this state pursuant to a compact privilege under the compact; revising licensure requirements to include licensure by endorsement to practice as a physical therapist; creating s. 486.112, F.S.; creating the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact; providing a purpose and objectives of the compact; providing definitions; specifying requirements for state participation in the compact; authorizing member states to obtain biometric-based information from and conduct criminal background checks on licensees applying for a compact privilege; requiring member states to grant the compact privilege to licensees who meet specified criteria; specifying criteria licensees must meet to exercise the compact privilege under the compact; providing for the expiration of the compact privilege; requiring licensees practicing in a remote state under the compact privilege to comply with the laws and rules of that state; subjecting licensees to the regulatory authority of remote states where they practice under the compact privilege; providing for disciplinary action; specifying circumstances under which licensees are ineligible for a compact privilege; specifying conditions that a licensee must meet to regain his or her compact privilege after an adverse action; specifying locations active duty military personnel and their spouses may use to designate their home state for purposes of the compact; providing that only a home state may impose adverse action against a license issued by that state; authorizing home states to take adverse action based on investigative information of a remote state, subject to certain requirements; directing member states that use alternative programs in lieu of discipline to require the licensee to agree not to practice in other member states while participating in the program, unless authorized by the member state; authorizing member states to investigate violations by licensees in other member states; authorizing member states to take adverse action against compact privileges issued in their respective states; providing for joint investigations of licensees under the compact; establishing the Physical Therapy Compact Commission; providing for the venue and jurisdiction for court proceedings by or against the commission; providing construction; providing for commission membership, voting, and meetings; authorizing the commission to convene closed, nonpublic meetings under certain circumstances; specifying duties and powers of the commission; providing for membership and duties of the executive board of the commission; providing for financing of the commission; providing for qualified immunity, defense, and indemnification of the commission; requiring the commission to develop and maintain a coordinated database and reporting system for certain information about licensees under the compact; requiring member states to submit specified information to the system; requiring that information contained in the system be available only to member states; requiring the commission to promptly notify all member states of reported adverse action taken against licensees or applicants for licensure; authorizing member states to designate reported information as exempt from public disclosure; providing for the removal of submitted information from the system under certain circumstances; providing for commission rulemaking; providing construction; providing for state enforcement of the compact; providing for the default and termination of compact membership; providing for appeals and costs; providing procedures for the resolution of certain disputes; providing for enforcement against a defaulting state; providing construction; providing for implementation and administration of the compact and associated rules; providing that compact states that join after initial adoption of the commission's rules are subject to such rules; specifying procedures for compact states to withdraw from the compact; providing construction; providing for amendment of the compact; providing construction and severability; specifying that the provisions of the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact do not authorize the Department of Health or the Board of Physical Therapy to collect a compact privilege fee, but rather state that fees of that kind are allowable under the compact; amending s. 486.023, F.S.; requiring the Board of Physical Therapy Practice to appoint a person to serve as the state's delegate on the Physical Therapy Compact Commission; amending s. 486.125, F.S.; authorizing the board to take adverse action against the compact privilege of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants for specified prohibited acts; amending s. 766.1115, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "low-income" for purposes of certain government contracts for health care services; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; designating the state delegates and other members or employees of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission, the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact Commission, and the Physical Therapy Compact Commission as state agents for the purpose of applying sovereign immunity and 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; amending s. 1002.32, F.S.; requiring developmental research schools to develop programs for a specified purpose; requiring schools to offer technical assistance to any school district seeking to replicate the school's programs; requiring schools, beginning on a date certain, to annually report to the Legislature on the development of such programs and the results, when available; amending s. 1004.015, F.S.; requiring the Commission for Independent Education and the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida to annually report specified data for each medical school graduate; amending s. 1009.8962, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "institution" for purposes of the Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) Fund; requiring the Board of Governors and the Department of Education to submit to the Governor and the Legislature a specified report; amending ss. 486.025, 486.0715, and 486.1065, F.S.; conforming cross- references; amending ss. 395.602, 458.316, and 458.3165, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing appropriations; providing a directive to the department; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Health & Human Services Committee, Health Care Appropriations Subcommittee, Mike Grant (R)*, Adam Botana (R), Alina García (R), Joy López (D), Dana Trabulsy (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 02/15/2024
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/SB 7016
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OK bill #HB2431 • Last Action 02/21/2024
Prisons and reformatories; authorizing the submission of applications for commutations every two years; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends a law related to procedures for applying for commutations in Oklahoma. Specifically, it authorizes nonviolent offenders to submit applications for commutation once every two years. The bill also makes other changes, such as requiring the Pardon and Parole Board to provide certain notifications to district attorneys, victims, and the public regarding commutation and pardon applications and decisions. The changes are intended to provide more opportunities for nonviolent offenders to seek commutations and improve transparency around the commutation and pardon process.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to prisons and reformatories; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 332.2, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 198, O.S.L. 2022 (57 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 332.2), which relates to procedures when applying for commutations; authorizing the submission of applications for commutations every two years; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jason Lowe (D)*, Kevin Matthews (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/24/2024
• Last Action: Authored by Senator Matthews (principal Senate author)
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IL bill #SB3709 • Last Action 02/20/2024
HOSPITAL STAFFING PLANS ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Hospital Staffing Plans Act, which requires each hospital to establish a professional and technical staffing committee, a service staffing committee, and a nurse staffing committee to develop and approve hospital-wide staffing plans. The bill sets forth requirements for the composition and operation of these committees, including the development of staffing plans that must be consistent with approved nurse and service staffing plans. The bill also establishes nurse-to-patient staffing ratios, requirements for meal and rest breaks, and a complaint procedure for violations. The Department of Labor and Department of Public Health are granted rulemaking and enforcement authority under the bill.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Hospital Staffing Plans Act. Provides that for each hospital there shall be established a hospital professional and technical staffing committee. Sets forth requirements and makeup of committee members and cochairs. Directs the professional and technical staffing committee to develop a written hospital-wide professional and technical staffing plan. Sets forth committee rules of operation. Requires the plan to be consistent with the approved nurse staffing plan for the hospital and takes into account the hospital service staffing plan for the hospital. Provides that if the committee does not adopt a staffing plan, or adopts only part of a plan, then either cochair may invoke an additional 60 day period to continue to develop the plan. Sets forth opportunities to extend the discussion, amendment, or adoption timeframe of the staffing plan. Provides that the committee must meet 3 times per year and additionally at the call of either cochair. Sets forth open meeting and record-keeping requirements. Requires the hospital to submit the staffing plan to the Department of Public Health. Provides for a hospital service staffing plan in the same manner and methods as the professional and technical staffing committee. Provides that hospitals may combine 2 or more staffing committees into one committee in particular circumstances. Provides for a nurse staffing committee as the same manner and methods of the professional and technical staffing committee. Provides that hospitals may combine 2 or more staffing committees into one committee in particular circumstances. Sets forth the roles and responsibilities of a nurse in a hospital setting. Sets forth arbitration and complaint resolution. Sets forth required periodic reviews. Provides for penalties for violations of the Act. Provides that the Department of Labor may grant a variance to a written hospital-wide staffing plan. Provides for emergency staffing variances. Establishes the Nurse Staffing Advisory Board within the Department of Public Health. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Lakesia Collins (D)*, Javier Cervantes (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Javier L. Cervantes
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KY bill #HB617 • Last Action 02/20/2024
AN ACT relating to behavioral health services.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes the Kentucky Youth Mobile Crisis Response Program to provide behavioral health emergency services to youth through mobile crisis response teams, sets requirements for the teams, and requires the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to develop protocols and issue reports on the program. It creates the Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Advisory Board to review the program and make recommendations. The bill requires the state to pay for behavioral health emergency services provided by mobile crisis response teams to uninsured youth or if the services are not covered under the youth's insurance. It mandates that health benefit plans cover behavioral health emergency services provided by mobile crisis response teams, and requires Medicaid, the Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program, self-insured employer group health plans for state postsecondary education institutions, and the state employee health plan to cover these services. The bill's key provisions take effect on January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Create new sections of KRS Chapter 210 to define terms; establish the Kentucky Youth Mobile Crisis Response Program within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services; set requirements for mobile crisis response teams; require the cabinet to develop protocols and issue a report to the Interim Joint Committees on Health Services and Families and Children; require the cabinet to promulgate administrative regulations; establish the Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Advisory Board; require behavioral health emergency services provided by a mobile crisis response team to be paid for by the state if a youth is uninsured or the services are not covered under his or her insurance plan; create a new section of Subtitle 17A of KRS Chapter 304 to require a health benefit or plan that provides benefits for mental health or substance abuse to provide coverage for behavioral health emergency services; amend KRS 205.522 to require Medicaid to cover behavioral health emergency services; amend KRS 205.6485 to require behavioral health emergency services to be covered by the Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program; amend KRS 164.2871 to require coverage for behavioral health emergency services under self-insured employer group health plans provided by the governing board of a state postsecondary education institution; amend KRS 18A.225 to require coverage for behavioral health emergency services under the state employee health plan; direct the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to seek federal approval if deemed necessary; EFFECTIVE, in part, January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kimberly Moser (R)*, Steve Bratcher (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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KY bill #HB587 • Last Action 02/20/2024
AN ACT relating to public charter schools.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the laws related to public charter schools in Kentucky. Specifically, it removes references to public charter schools from statutes governing various aspects of public education, including health insurance for school employees, retirement systems, professional development, student privacy and accommodations, and curriculum requirements. The bill also repeals the statutes that established the public charter school program in Kentucky, including provisions related to authorizers, applications, operations, and funding.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 18A.225, 78.510, 156.095, 158.038, 158.189, 158.196, 158.305, 158.4416, 160.152, 161.164, 161.220, and 218B.045 to remove references to public charter schools; repeal KRS 160.1590, 160.1591, 160.15911, 160.1592, 160.1593, 160.1594, 160.1595, 160.1596, 160.1597, 160.1598, 160.1599, and 161.141 relating to public charter schools.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Cherlynn Stevenson (D)*, Adrielle Camuel (D), Chad Aull (D), Tina Bojanowski (D), George Brown (D), Lindsey Burke (D), Beverly Chester-Burton (D), Derrick Graham (D), Daniel Grossberg (D), Josie Raymond (D), Rachel Roarx (D), Rachel Roberts (D), Sarah Stalker (D), Pamela Stevenson (D), Ashley Tackett Laferty (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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WA bill #HB2465 • Last Action 02/20/2024
Streamlining the state building code council operating procedures by establishing criteria for statewide amendments to the state building code.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to streamline the state building code council's operating procedures by establishing criteria for statewide amendments to the state building code. The key provisions include: - Requiring the state building code council to adopt or amend model codes in a three-year code adoption cycle, with limited exceptions for emergency or legislatively-directed amendments. - Establishing a technical advisory group process for the council to review and approve proposed statewide amendments. - Specifying procedures for public participation and transparency in the code amendment process. - Defining terms such as "emergency statewide amendment", "off-cycle amendments", and "statewide amendment" to clarify the types of code changes allowed. - Modifying the composition and appointment process for the state building code council. Overall, the bill seeks to create a more structured and transparent process for updating the state building codes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to streamlining the state building code council 2 operating procedures by establishing criteria for statewide 3 amendments to the state building code; amending RCW 19.27.031, 4 19.27.070, 19.27.074, 19.27A.025, 19.27A.045, and 19.27.015; and 5 adding new sections to chapter 19.27 RCW. 6
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Alex Ramel (D)*, Keith Goehner (R), Jessica Bateman (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: House Rules "X" file.
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AZ bill #HB2218 • Last Action 02/20/2024
Public schools; student discipline; absenteeism
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arizona's laws on student discipline and absenteeism in public schools. It prohibits charter schools from imposing suspensions as a penalty for unexcused student absences. It also modifies the rules for suspending or expelling students, especially those in early grade levels, by limiting the circumstances under which such disciplinary actions can be taken and requiring the use of alternative interventions before suspension or expulsion. The bill also makes other changes to the procedures for handling student discipline cases.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 15, chapter 1, article 8, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-186.02; amending section 15-843, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the suspension and expulsion of pupils.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 13 : Laura Terech (D)*, John Gillette (R), Nancy Gutierrez (D), Laurin Hendrix (R), David Marshall (R), Jennifer Pawlik (D), Judy Schwiebert (D), Ken Bennett (R), Frank Carroll (R), John Kavanagh (R), Christine Marsh (D), T.J. Shope (R), Justine Wadsack (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/21/2024
• Last Action: House minority caucus: Do pass
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WA bill #HB2173 • Last Action 02/20/2024
Concerning executive sessions by publicly owned natural gas utilities under the open public meetings act in order to comply with the climate commitment act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the governing body of publicly owned natural gas utilities to meet in executive session to consider information necessary to comply with the Climate Commitment Act's requirement to keep greenhouse gas allowance auction bidding information confidential. The Climate Commitment Act mandates that natural gas utilities obtain greenhouse gas allowances, but the auctions for these allowances must be carefully regulated to prevent market interference. While investor-owned natural gas utilities can keep this information confidential, publicly owned utilities are subject to the Open Public Meetings Act, which requires deliberations to be conducted in public. This bill aims to resolve the conflict between these two statutes by allowing public utilities to discuss the necessary confidential information in executive session.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to executive sessions by publicly owned natural 2 gas utilities under the open public meetings act in order to comply 3 with the climate commitment act; reenacting and amending RCW 4 42.30.110; and creating a new section. 5
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• Introduced: 01/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Alex Ybarra (R)*, Mary Dye (R), Joe Fitzgibbon (D), Beth Doglio (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: House Rules "X" file.
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MN bill #HF3415 • Last Action 02/20/2024
Technical and policy changes made to public employee labor relations provisions, and rulemaking required.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes technical and policy changes to certain public employee labor relations provisions in Minnesota. It amends existing laws to: (1) specify the circumstances under which the Open Meeting Law does not apply to the Public Employment Relations Board; (2) update requirements for payroll deduction of union dues and political contributions; (3) require public employers to provide specific information about bargaining unit employees to the exclusive representative; (4) provide exclusive representatives access to newly hired employees and the ability to communicate with bargaining unit members; (5) make changes to the state employee bargaining unit structure; and (6) modify the procedures for majority verification and elections. The bill also requires the Commissioner of the Bureau of Mediation Services to adopt rules on majority verification petitions and allows the use of expedited rulemaking.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to labor; making technical and policy changes to certain public employee labor relations provisions; requiring rulemaking; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 179A.12, subdivision 5; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 179A.041, subdivision 10; 179A.06, subdivision 6; 179A.07, subdivisions 8, 9; 179A.10, subdivision 2; 179A.12, subdivisions 2a, 6, 11.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Sydney Jordan (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 2/20/2024 )
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OK bill #SB1622 • Last Action 02/20/2024
Students; requiring an athletic association's written policy to allow certain students to participate in activities and contests upon enrollment. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act to require that the written policy of any athletic association that public schools belong to must allow students who enroll in a school district they do not reside in, pursuant to the Education Open Transfer Act, to participate in interscholastic activities or contests upon enrollment, even if it is prior to their junior year. The bill also repeals an existing section that prohibited students from participating in certain competitions for a certain time period following a transfer. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2024 and declares an emergency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to students; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 27-103, which relates to the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act; requiring certain association’s written policy to include certain provision regarding participation of certain students; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Section 8- 103.2, which relates to a prohibition on participating in certain competitions for certain time period following transfer; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ally Seifried (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/12/2024
• Last Action: Senate Education REVISED Hearing (09:30:00 2/20/2024 Room 535)
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TN bill #SB2504 • Last Action 02/20/2024
AN ACT to amend Chapter 61 of the Private Acts of 2001; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Humboldt Utilities Authority Act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Humboldt Utilities Authority Act to create and empower the Humboldt Utilities Authority, a public corporation that can acquire, construct, improve, furnish, equip, finance, own, operate, and maintain water, wastewater, gas, telecommunications, and electric utility systems within or outside the city of Humboldt, Tennessee. The authority will have a board of directors, and its systems will operate independently and be self-sustaining. The bill provides the authority with various powers, such as issuing bonds, setting rates, and entering into contracts and agreements. The authority will be considered a political subdivision for certain legal purposes. The city of Humboldt is authorized to transfer its utility assets and grant a franchise to the authority.
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Bill Summary: Subject to local approval, enacts the Humboldt Utilities Authority Act to create and empower the Humboldt Utilities Authority. - Amends Chapter 61 of the Private Acts of 2001.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Stevens (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/31/2024
• Last Action: Withdrawn.
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IA bill #SF2313 • Last Action 02/19/2024
A bill for an act relating to employment matters involving public employees including collective bargaining, educator employment matters, personnel records and settlement agreements, city civil service requirements, and health insurance matters, and including effective date, applicability, and transition provisions.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill relates to employment matters involving public employees including collective bargaining, educator employment matters, personnel records and settlement agreements, city civil service requirements, and health insurance matters. The bill generally strikes statutory changes made by 2017 Iowa Acts, House File 291, and restores statutory language in effect prior to the enactment of 2017 Iowa Acts, House File 291. Key provisions include: - Eliminating public safety and transit employee categories as separate categories for collective bargaining purposes, making all public employees subject to the same collective bargaining provisions. - Expanding the scope of mandatory subjects of collective bargaining to include a broader range of employment terms and conditions. - Making changes to the arbitration procedures for resolving collective bargaining impasses, including modifying the factors arbitrators must consider. - Requiring public employee elections to be determined by a majority of those voting rather than the total membership of the bargaining unit. - Striking prohibitions on payroll deduction of employee organization dues. - Making various changes related to teacher employment contracts, including modifying procedures for termination and providing for appeals to an adjudicator. - Striking provisions that allowed extinguishing seniority rights of certain city civil service employees. - Repealing a requirement that public employers offer health insurance to all permanent, full-time public employees. The bill takes effect upon enactment, with certain provisions applying retroactively or having transition procedures.
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to employment matters involving public employees including collective bargaining, educator employment matters, personnel records and settlement agreements, city civil service requirements, and health insurance matters. The bill generally strikes statutory changes made by 2017 Iowa Acts, House File 291, and restores statutory language in effect prior to the enactment of 2017 Iowa Acts, House File 291. DIVISION I —— PUBLIC EMPLOYEE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING. This division makes a variety of changes to Code chapter 20, the public employment relations Act, as well as other Code provisions relating to collective bargaining by public employees. ELIMINATION OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND TRANSIT EMPLOYEE CATEGORIES. The division eliminates public safety employees and transit employees as separate categories of employees for the purposes of public employee collective bargaining, making affected provisions of Code chapter 20 applicable to all public employees governed by Code chapter 20. SCOPE OF NEGOTIATIONS. The division makes changes to subjects which are negotiated through collective bargaining between public employers and public employees under Code section 20.9. The division provides that the scope of negotiations for all public employees shall consist of wages, hours, vacations, insurance, holidays, leaves of absence, shift differentials, overtime compensation, supplemental pay, seniority, transfer procedures, job classifications, health and safety matters, evaluation procedures, procedures for staff reduction, in-service training, dues checkoff, grievance procedures for resolving any questions arising under the agreement, and other matters mutually agreed upon. The division provides that retirement systems shall be excluded from the scope of negotiations. The division strikes language providing that mandatory subjects of negotiation under Code section 20.9 shall be interpreted narrowly and restrictively. The division strikes language limiting the term of a collective bargaining agreement entered into pursuant to Code chapter 20 to a maximum of five years. ARBITRATION PROCEDURES. The division makes changes to the procedures for arbitration of impasses in collective bargaining between public employers and public employees under Code section 20.22. The division modifies the factors that an arbitrator is required to consider in addition to any other relevant factors in making a final determination on an impasse item. The division requires an arbitrator to consider past collective bargaining contracts between the parties including the bargaining that led up to such contracts; comparison of wages, hours, and conditions of employment of the involved public employees with those of other public employees doing comparable work, giving consideration to factors peculiar to the area and the classifications involved; the interests and welfare of the public, the ability of the public employer to finance economic adjustments, and the effect of such adjustments on the normal standard of services; and the power of the public employer to levy taxes and appropriate funds for the conduct of its operations. The division strikes language permitting the parties to agree to change the four-day deadline to serve final offers on impasse items after a request for arbitration is received. The division strikes language prohibiting the parties to an arbitration from introducing, and the arbitrator from accepting or considering, any direct or indirect evidence regarding any subject excluded from negotiations pursuant to Code section 20.9. The division strikes language providing for a maximum increase in base wages in an arbitrator’s award. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE ELECTIONS. The division makes changes to public employee elections conducted pursuant to Code section 20.15. The division strikes language providing for retention and recertification elections and requires the public employment relations board (PERB) to cancel any such elections scheduled or in process. The division requires the PERB to consider a petition for certification of an employee organization as the exclusive representative of a bargaining unit for which an employee organization was not retained and recertified as the exclusive representative of that bargaining unit regardless of the amount of time that has elapsed since the retention and recertification election, notwithstanding prior requirements prohibiting such consideration for two years. The division provides that the outcome of a certification or decertification election is determined by a majority vote of the members of the bargaining unit voting, rather than the total membership of the bargaining unit. The division provides for a runoff election if none of the choices on the ballot in a certification election receives a majority vote of the members of the bargaining unit voting. The division lowers the required percentage of support from employees in a bargaining unit required for an employee organization that did not submit a petition for certification as the exclusive bargaining representative of a bargaining unit to be listed on the ballot for a certification election from 30 percent to 10 percent. The division strikes language prohibiting the PERB from considering a petition for certification as the exclusive bargaining representative of a bargaining unit unless a period of two years has elapsed from the date of the last certification election in which an employee organization was not certified as the exclusive representative of that bargaining unit or of the last decertification election in which an employee organization was decertified as the exclusive representative of that bargaining unit. The division prohibits the PERB from considering a petition for certification as the exclusive bargaining representative of a bargaining unit for one year after the employee organization is not certified in a certification election. The division makes additional changes relating to the scheduling of decertification elections. EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION DUES. The division strikes a prohibition on public entities authorizing or administering a deduction from the salaries or wages of its employees for membership dues to an employee organization. The division provides procedures for administering such dues deductions. PERB DUTIES. The division provides that the PERB may interpret and apply, as well as administer, Code chapter 20. The division strikes language permitting the PERB to appoint a certified shorthand reporter to report state employee grievance and discipline resolution proceedings, to contract with a vendor to conduct elections, to establish fees to cover the cost of elections, and to retain certain funds collected by the PERB as repayment receipts. STATEWIDE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS FOLLOWING A GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION YEAR. The division strikes language providing for modified collective bargaining procedures for a proposed, statewide collective bargaining agreement to become effective in the year following a general election in which the governor and certain other elected officials are elected. CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS. The division strikes language providing that certain information relating to elections conducted by the PERB is a confidential record under Code chapter 22, the state open records law. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING. The division strikes a definition of “supplemental pay”. The division strikes language providing that a public employer has the right to evaluate public employees in positions within the public agency. The division strikes language providing that a public employee has the right under Code section 20.8 to exercise any right or seek any remedy provided by law, including but not limited to Code sections 70A.28 and 70A.29, Code chapter 8A, subchapter IV, and Code chapters 216 and 400. The division transfers language in Code section 20.10 prohibiting a public employee or any employee organization from negotiating or attempting to negotiate directly with a member of the governing board of a public employer if the public employer has appointed or authorized a bargaining representative for the purpose of bargaining with the public employees or their representative to Code section 20.17. The division decreases the amount of time before an employee organization decertified as the exclusive representative of a bargaining unit for violating an injunction against an unlawful strike can be certified again from 24 months to 12 months. The division strikes language prohibiting voluntary contributions by individuals to political parties or candidates through payroll deductions. The division strikes a requirement that a copy of a final collective bargaining agreement be filed with the PERB by the public employer within 10 days of the agreement being entered into. The division strikes a requirement that the PERB maintain an internet site that allows searchable access to a database of collective bargaining agreements and other collective bargaining information. The division changes the period before retirement for a prohibited voluntary reduction to a nonsupervisory rank or grade by a supervisor and related ineligibility for benefits from 36 months to 6 months. The division strikes language providing that a mediator shall not be required to testify in any arbitration proceeding regarding any matters occurring in the course of a mediation. The division requires a council, board of waterworks, or other board or commission which establishes a pension and annuity retirement system pursuant to Code chapter 412 to negotiate in good faith with a certified employee organization which is the collective bargaining representative of the employees, with respect to the amount or rate of the assessment on the wages and salaries of employees and the method or methods for payment of the assessment by the employees. The division makes additional conforming changes. TRANSITION PROVISIONS —— DEADLINE. The division requires parties, mediators, and arbitrators engaging in any collective bargaining procedures provided for in Code chapter 20, Code 2024, who have not, before the effective date of the division, completed such procedures, to immediately terminate any such procedures in process as of the effective date of the division. The division provides that a collective bargaining agreement negotiated pursuant to such procedures in process shall not become effective. The division prohibits parties, mediators, and arbitrators from engaging in further collective bargaining procedures except as provided in the division. The division requires such parties to commence collective bargaining in accordance with Code section 20.17, as amended by the division. The division requires such parties to complete such bargaining not later than June 30, 2024, unless the parties mutually agree to a different deadline. The division requires the PERB to adopt emergency rules to implement these requirements. The division also requires the department of administrative services to adopt emergency rules to implement the provisions of the division relating to dues deductions. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPLICABILITY PROVISIONS. The division takes effect upon enactment. With the exception of the section of the division amending Code section 20.6, subsection 1, the division does not apply to collective bargaining agreements which have been ratified in a ratification election, for which an arbitrator has made a final determination, or which have become effective, when such events occurred before the effective date of the division. The division applies to all collective bargaining procedures provided for in Code chapter 20 occurring on and after the effective date of the division and collective bargaining agreements for which a ratification election is held, for which an arbitrator makes a final determination, or which become effective on or after the effective date of the division. DIVISION II —— EDUCATOR EMPLOYMENT MATTERS. This division makes a variety of changes relating to educator employment matters. TERMINATION OF TEACHER EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS. The division makes various changes relating to the termination of teacher employment contracts. The division shortens various procedural deadlines regarding private hearings held after a superintendent recommends termination of a teacher’s employment contract. The division makes participation in such a private hearing by the superintendent, the superintendent’s designated representatives, the teacher’s immediate supervisor, the teacher, and the teacher’s representatives mandatory on the part of those individuals instead of discretionary. The division requires that the school board employ a certified shorthand reporter to keep a record of a private hearing. The division requires the school board to issue subpoenas for witnesses and evidence on behalf of the board and the teacher. The division provides for a judicial remedy if a witness appears and refuses to testify or to produce required books or papers at a private hearing. The division authorizes the superintendent and the teacher to file written briefs and arguments with the board at the conclusion of the private hearing. The division provides deadlines for determining the status of the teacher’s contract if the teacher does not request a private hearing. The division requires that the decision of the board include findings of fact and conclusions of law. The division strikes language authorizing a school board which votes to continue a teacher’s contract to issue the teacher a one-year, nonrenewable contract. The division permits a teacher to appeal the board’s determination to an adjudicator and provides procedures for such appeals. TEACHER PROBATIONARY PERIODS. The division makes various changes relating to probationary employment of teachers. The division decreases from two years to one year the length of a teacher’s probationary employment period in a school district if the teacher has successfully completed a probationary period of employment for another school district located in Iowa. The division provides that requirements for notices of termination, private hearings, and appeals applicable to nonprobationary teachers whose employment contracts are terminated are applicable to probationary teachers whose employment contracts are terminated. The division strikes alternative procedures for the termination of employment contracts of such probationary teachers, including notification procedures and the opportunity to request a private conference with the school board. EXTRACURRICULAR INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC COACH CONTRACTS. The division makes various changes relating to extracurricular interscholastic athletic coach employment contracts. The division provides that wages for such coaches shall be paid pursuant to established or negotiated supplemental pay schedules. The division provides that employment contracts of such coaches shall be continued automatically in force and effect for equivalent periods and that the termination of such contracts follows procedures similar to those used for teacher contracts. The division strikes language providing that employment contracts of such coaches may be terminated prior to their expiration for any lawful reason following an informal, private hearing before the school board. The division strikes language providing that the decision of the school board to terminate such a contract is final. SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR EMPLOYMENT MATTERS. The division makes various changes relating to school administrator employment matters. The division provides that the rate of compensation in an administrator’s employment contract must be on a weekly or monthly basis. The division strikes language authorizing a school board to issue a temporary employment contract to an administrator for a period of up to nine months. The division strikes language authorizing a school board to issue a one-year, nonrenewable employment contract and instead authorizes a school board considering the termination of an administrator’s contract and the administrator to mutually agree to enter into such a contract. The division decreases the probationary employment period for administrators from three years to two years and authorizes a school board to waive the probationary period for an administrator who previously served a probationary period in another school district. The division strikes language providing that a hearing before an administrative law judge requested by an administrator whose employment contract a school board is considering terminating shall be a private hearing. The division reduces certain procedural deadlines relating to such hearings. The division strikes language providing that any witnesses for the parties at the hearing shall be sequestered. The division requires that the decision of the board include findings of fact and conclusions of law. The division strikes language authorizing a school board which votes to continue an administrator’s contract to issue the administrator a one-year, nonrenewable contract. INTENSIVE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS. The division makes various changes relating to intensive assistance programs. The division strikes language providing that a teacher who has previously participated in an intensive assistance program relating to particular Iowa teaching standards or criteria shall not be entitled to participate in another intensive assistance program relating to the same standards or criteria. The division strikes language providing that following a teacher’s participation in an intensive assistance program, the teacher shall be reevaluated to determine whether the teacher successfully completed the intensive assistance program and is meeting district expectations under the applicable Iowa teaching standards or criteria. The division strikes language providing that if the teacher did not successfully complete the intensive assistance program or continues not to meet the applicable Iowa teaching standards or criteria, the board may initiate procedures to terminate the teacher’s employment contract immediately or at the end of the school year or may continue the teacher’s contract for a period not to exceed one year on a nonrenewable basis and without the right to a private hearing. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS RELATING TO EDUCATOR EMPLOYMENT MATTERS. The division strikes language authorizing a school board to issue a temporary employment contract to a teacher for a period of up to six months. The division strikes language providing that just cause for which a teacher may be discharged at any time during the contract year under Code section 279.27 includes but is not limited to a violation of the code of professional conduct and ethics of the board of educational examiners if the board has taken disciplinary action against a teacher during the six months following issuance by the board of a final written decision and finding of fact after a disciplinary proceeding. The division either authorizes or requires a school board and its certified bargaining representative to negotiate various matters pursuant to Code chapter 20. The division makes additional conforming changes. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPLICABILITY PROVISIONS. The division takes effect upon enactment. The division applies to employment contracts of school employees entered into pursuant to Code chapter 279 on and after the effective date of the division. The division does not apply to collective bargaining agreements pursuant to Code chapter 20 which have been ratified in a ratification election, for which an arbitrator has made a final determination, or which have become effective, when such events occurred before the effective date of the division. The division applies to all collective bargaining procedures provided for in Code chapter 20 occurring on and after the effective date of the division and collective bargaining agreements pursuant to Code chapter 20 for which a ratification election is held, for which an arbitrator makes a final determination, or which become effective on or after the effective date of the division. DIVISION III —— PERSONNEL RECORDS AND SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS. This division makes changes relating to public employee personnel records and settlement agreements. PERSONNEL RECORDS. The division strikes language providing that certain information relating to the discipline, resignation, discharge, or demotion of a public employee is a public record and requiring notice to affected employees. PERSONNEL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS. The division also strikes language prohibiting a personnel settlement agreement between the state and a state executive branch employee that contains confidentiality or nondisclosure provisions that attempt to prevent the disclosure of the agreement. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPLICABILITY PROVISIONS. The division takes effect upon enactment. The division applies to requests for records submitted on or after the effective date of the division. DIVISION IV —— CITY CIVIL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS. This division makes a variety of changes relating to city civil service requirements under Code chapter 400. SENIORITY RIGHTS. The division strikes language permitting a city council to extinguish statutory seniority rights of all city civil service employees who are not employed or appointed as a fire fighter or police officer, fire chief or police chief, or assistant fire chief or assistant police chief, unless otherwise provided in a collective bargaining agreement. The division reestablishes any such rights so extinguished, including accrual of seniority during the period of extinguishment. ADVERSE EMPLOYMENT ACTIONS —— GROUNDS AND PROCEDURES. The division provides that adverse employment action may be taken against a city civil service employee for neglect of duty, disobedience, misconduct, or failure to properly perform the person’s duties. The division strikes language permitting such action to be taken due to any act or failure to act by the employee that is in contravention of law, city policies, or standard operating procedures, or that in the judgment of the person having the appointing power as provided in this Code chapter, or the chief of police or chief of the fire department, is sufficient to show that the employee is unsuitable or unfit for employment. The division strikes language providing that the scope of review for an appeal to district court from a civil service commission shall be limited to de novo appellate review without a trial or additional evidence, instead providing that the appeal shall be a trial de novo as an equitable action. DIMINUTION OF EMPLOYEES. The division provides that a diminution of city employees by a city council can only be implemented when the public interest requires. The division permits a diminution to be carried out either by abolishing an office and removing the employee from the employee’s classification or grade thereunder, or reducing the number of employees in any classification or grade by suspending the necessary number. The division provides for such removal to be carried out based on seniority and requires that employees so removed be placed on a preferred list for at least three years for purposes of appointments or promotions made during that period to the person’s former duties. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS. The division makes changes in terminology relating to adverse employment actions for city civil service employees. The division makes additional conforming changes. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPLICABILITY PROVISIONS. The division takes effect upon enactment. The division applies to employment actions taken on or after the effective date of the division. DIVISION V —— HEALTH INSURANCE MATTERS. This division strikes a requirement that a public employer shall offer health insurance to all permanent, full-time public employees employed by the public employer. EFFECTIVE DATE. The division takes effect upon enactment.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Molly Donahue (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/13/2024
• Last Action: Subcommittee: Driscoll, Donahue, and Guth.
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MN bill #SF3501 • Last Action 02/19/2024
Local campaign finance reporting working group establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a working group on local candidate campaign finance reporting. The working group will examine whether local candidate campaign finance reports should be filed with the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board instead of with local filing officers. The group will assess the ability of local filing officers to support local candidates and the public, review the reporting requirements in current law, study the impact on the Board's budgetary and staffing needs, and propose any recommended changes to the laws. The working group must submit a report to the legislature by January 15, 2025 and expires upon submission of the report or January 16, 2025, whichever is later. The bill also appropriates funding from the general fund to the Legislative Coordinating Commission to support the working group's activities.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to elections; establishing a working group on local candidate campaign finance reporting; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Liz Boldon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass and re-referred to State and Local Government and Veterans
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CA bill #AB3224 • Last Action 02/17/2024
California Fentanyl Abuse Task Force.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to make technical, non-substantive changes to the Fentanyl Misuse and Overdose Prevention Task Force. The task force was established to collect and organize data on fentanyl misuse in California, assess sources and drivers of fentanyl activity, measure the effectiveness of the state's education, prevention, treatment, and enforcement efforts, evaluate approaches to increase public awareness, analyze existing statutes, consult with organizations, review and recommend treatment protocols, and assess gaps in resources to address fentanyl misuse. The task force is co-chaired by the Attorney General and the State Public Health Officer and consists of various representatives from state agencies, the Legislature, law enforcement, healthcare organizations, and community groups. The bill requires the task force to report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature by December 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 11455 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tri Ta (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: From printer. May be heard in committee March 18.
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HI bill #SB3307 • Last Action 02/16/2024
Relating To Public Agency Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to allow representatives of the news media to attend executive meetings held by a board that are closed to the public, though the board may require that certain information be kept undisclosed. The bill retains the existing requirements that such executive meetings be limited to matters exempted by law and that the reason for holding the meeting and the vote of each member be publicly recorded.
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Bill Summary: Authorizes representatives of the news media to be allowed to attend executive meetings held by a board under section 92-4, HRS. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Les Ihara (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC.
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HI bill #SB2517 • Last Action 02/16/2024
Relating To Public Agency Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Hawaii's public meetings law to require state boards and agencies to establish an open and transparent process for appointing or selecting the heads of state divisions and agencies. It mandates that the approval of the appointment process, as well as the actual vote to appoint or select a new division or agency head, must occur in an open public meeting. Any vote made in violation of these new requirements would be considered invalid.
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Bill Summary: Requires appointments and selections of heads of state divisions and agencies that require a board approval to be made through a publicly established process and timeline. Requires the approval of the process and timeline to appoint or select a new head of a division or agency to be determined in an open meeting. Requires that votes to appoint or select a head of state divisions and agencies to be conducted in an open meeting. Provides that any vote to appoint or select a head of a state division or agency cast in violation of the foregoing shall be invalid. Requires that a vote by a board to appoint or select hire a head of a division or agency be conducted in an open meeting. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Donovan Dela Cruz (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC.
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WV bill #SB814 • Last Action 02/16/2024
Streamlining and simplifying state employee merit system
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill streamlines and simplifies the state's employee merit system by maintaining a merit-based system while creating more efficiencies and flexibility. The key provisions of the bill include: - Empowering appointing authorities to make human capital management decisions based on ethical and professional standards, with the Division of Personnel serving as a strategic partner in developing policies and practices. - Changing the quorum required for State Personnel Board meetings and defining the roles of the Board and the Director of the Division of Personnel. - Allowing the Director to establish pilot programs within state agencies to address specific recruitment and retention issues. - Authorizing the Director to approve classification and pay plans established by the Division or proposed by appointing authorities. - Reducing the number of days a job posting must be open and clarifying the leave donation program. - Establishing the Division of Personnel as a central clearinghouse for employment eligibility in state service. Overall, the bill aims to streamline personnel management processes while maintaining the merit-based system that governs state employment.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to streamline and simplify the processes within the classified service system; maintaining a merit system while creating efficiencies and flexibility. The bill empowers appointing authorities to make decisions regarding human capital management based on ethical and professional standards that inspire excellence with the Division of Personnel as a strategic business partner in developing policy and practices that make the State of West Virginia a model employer. The bill changes the quorum required for State Personnel Board meetings and defines the roles of the board and the Director of the Division of Personnel. The bill allows the director to establish pilot programs within state agencies to address specific recruitment and retention issues within a particular agency. The bill authorizes the director to approve classification and pay plans established by the division and those proposed by appointing authorities to address the specific needs of their agencies. The bill changes the number of days a job posting must be posted and clarifies the leave donation program. The bill establishes the Division of Personnel as a central clearinghouse pertaining to employment eligibility for positions in state service.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jack Woodrum (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: To Government Organization
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WY bill #HB0049 • Last Action 02/16/2024
By the people act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Wyoming's existing law on public meetings. It requires public meetings to provide live remote audio or video access to the public to the extent practicable. It mandates that public comment periods must be of a reasonable duration and not closed until the timed period has elapsed. The bill also requires agencies to compile and make available meeting minutes, and to record and make available the unaltered audio or video recordings of public meetings, which can be destroyed after a minimum 5-year period. The bill prohibits agencies from restricting the broadcast or recording of public meetings unless it would cause a disruption. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public meetings; requiring audio or video access to public meetings to the extent practicable; providing for public comment at public meetings; specifying when minutes of a public meeting are required to be made available to the public; requiring an agency that makes an audio or video recording of a public meeting to make the recording available for the public; authorizing an agency to erase or destroy a recording after a specified time; authorizing broadcasting or recording of public meetings; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Budget Session
• Sponsors: 13 : John Bear (R)*, Scott Heiner (R)*, Mark Jennings (R)*, Pepper Ottman (R)*, Ken Pendergraft (R)*, Sarah Penn (R)*, Daniel Singh (R)*, Scott Smith (R)*, Tomi Strock (R)*, Jeanette Ward (R)*, Lynn Hutchings (R)*, Dan Laursen (R)*, Tim Salazar (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Did not Consider for Introduction
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HI bill #SB2830 • Last Action 02/16/2024
Relating To Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the definitions of "board", "board business", and "meeting" within the state's open meetings law to expand the scope of the law. It now includes state and county policymaking groups, including those created by emergency proclamations, under the requirements for conducting public meetings and taking official actions. The bill aims to increase transparency and public access to government decision-making processes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the definitions of "board", "board business", and "meeting" within state open meetings law to expand the scope of the law to include state and county policymaking groups, including groups created by emergency proclamations. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/20/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Angus McKelvey (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC.
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KY bill #HB557 • Last Action 02/15/2024
AN ACT relating to dietitians.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section of KRS Chapter 310 to enact and enter into the Dietitian License Compact with all other jurisdictions that legally join the compact. The purpose of the compact is to facilitate interstate practice of dietetics, increase public access to dietetics services, provide opportunities for interstate practice by licensed dietitians who meet uniform requirements, eliminate the necessity for licenses in multiple states, reduce administrative burden on member states and licensees, enhance the ability of states to protect public health and safety, encourage cooperation among member states in regulating multistate practice, support relocating active military members and their spouses, and enhance the exchange of licensure, investigative, and disciplinary information. The bill establishes participation requirements for states, recognition of a licensure privilege, requirements for transferring a home state license, penalties and adverse actions, a joint government agency known as the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, a data system, rulemaking authority, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms.
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Bill Summary: Create a new section of KRS Chapter 310 to enact and enter into the Dietitian License Compact with all other jurisdictions that legally join in the compact; declare the purpose of the compact; define terms; establish participation requirements for states that wish to participate in the compact; recognize a licensure privilege and establish requirements; set requirements for transferring a home state license; designate home state licensure for active members of the military; establish penalties and adverse actions against a licensee; establish a joint government agency, create membership rules, establish voting requirements, and permit the government agency to establish rules and perform duties; require the compact commission to create a data system and outline the requirements; permit the executive and judicial branches within each state to enforce the compact; establish dispute resolution and outline termination procedures; establish a severability clause.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : James Tipton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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OK bill #SB1469 • Last Action 02/15/2024
Public finance; creating the Oklahoma Public Infrastructure Districts Act; allowing for the implementation of public infrastructure districts in Oklahoma. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Public Infrastructure Districts Act, which allows municipalities to approve the creation of public infrastructure districts that can incur debt and issue bonds to finance public improvements within the district. The key provisions of the bill include: - Defining the terms and requirements for establishing a public infrastructure district, including obtaining consent from all registered voters or surface property owners within the district. - Outlining the contents required in the governing document for a public infrastructure district, such as a boundary description, financial plan, and electoral procedures for the board of trustees. - Authorizing public infrastructure districts to issue bonds for financing public improvements, with certain limitations and procedures. - Allowing public infrastructure districts to impose fees and charges for administrative services and up to a 7% penalty for non-payment of taxes, fees or charges. - Retaining municipal authority over zoning, planning and permitting within public infrastructure districts, and requiring the transfer of connected infrastructure to the municipality. - Establishing a civil action process for contesting taxes, fees or the creation of a public infrastructure district. - Requiring sellers of property within a public infrastructure district to disclose certain information to buyers prior to sale. The bill is contingent on the passage of a proposed constitutional amendment by Oklahoma voters.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public finance; creating the Oklahoma Public Infrastructure Districts Act; providing short title; allowing for the implementation of public infrastructure districts in Oklahoma following the passage of a proposed constitutional amendment by the voters of this state; authorizing the Legislature to allow municipalities to approve the creation of these districts which may incur indebtedness and issue public infrastructure bonds for the payment of costs associated with public improvements; defining terms; prohibiting a public infrastructure district to be formed without certain conditions; stipulating manner by which a public infrastructure district operates within a municipality; allowing for a municipality to establish criteria in determining the approval or rejection of a public infrastructure district; providing for construction and function of a public infrastructure district’s board upon organization; establishing criteria for the governing document to be provided to the municipality prior to formation of the public infrastructure district; requiring a vote for amendment to governing documents; authorizing public infrastructure districts to issue bonds for the financing of costs associated with proposed public improvements within the district; creating a public infrastructure district bond; establishing criteria by which a bond may be issued by the district; preventing certain conditions to occur on the issuance of the bond; allowing for legal recourse under certain conditions; prohibiting the sale of bonds under certain conditions; allowing for administrative fees to be assessed for certain associated costs; establishing mill rate pursuant to the Oklahoma Constitution; requiring notice to be filed with certain entities following formation within certain time frame; allowing for a fee to be assessed for nonpayment not to exceed certain limits; authorizing the retention of municipal authority over certain conditions within the public infrastructure districts; requiring inclusion of all existing and connected infrastructure between a municipality and a public infrastructure district; requiring transfer of certain infrastructure free of liens or financial encumbrances; providing for civil action under certain circumstances; establishing procedures for legal action to occur; requiring certain notice to be provided to purchaser of property within a public infrastructure district prior to sale by seller; establishing criteria for notice; providing for codification; and providing a conditional effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Haste (R)*, Terry O'Donnell (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/15/2024
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative ODonnell (principal House author)
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KY bill #HB562 • Last Action 02/15/2024
AN ACT relating to dietitians.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new Dietitian License Compact that allows licensed dietitians to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege" rather than requiring a separate license in each state. The compact establishes participation requirements for states, defines terms, sets requirements for transferring licenses, allows for disciplinary actions, creates a joint government agency (the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission) to administer the compact, requires a data system, and outlines rules for rulemaking, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The compact aims to increase public access to dietetics services, provide opportunities for interstate practice, eliminate the need for multiple state licenses, and enhance cooperation among states in regulating dietetics practice.
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Bill Summary: Create a new section of KRS Chapter 310 to enact and enter into the Dietitian License Compact with all other jurisdictions that legally join in the compact; declare the purpose of the compact; define terms; establish participation requirements for states that wish to participate in the compact; recognize a licensure privilege and establish requirements; set requirements for transferring a home state license; designate home state licensure for active members of the military; establish penalties and adverse actions against a licensee; establish a joint government agency, create membership rules, establish voting requirements, and permit the government agency to establish rules and perform duties; require the compact commission to create a data system and outline the requirements; permit the executive and judicial branches within each state to enforce the compact; establish dispute resolution and outline termination procedures; establish a severability clause.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ruth Ann Palumbo (D)*, Matt Koch (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/16/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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MN bill #SF3485 • Last Action 02/15/2024
Fire service consolidation working group establishment and appropriation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a fire service consolidation working group consisting of various stakeholders, including the state fire marshal, fire chiefs, local government officials, firefighters, and public representatives. The group is tasked with identifying strategies, making recommendations, and exploring the merits and incentives for the voluntary consolidation of fire departments or the creation of regional fire departments, fire districts, or other collaborative models for efficient fire and emergency service delivery across the state. The working group is required to review the legislative process and pension regulations, make recommendations to streamline future consolidations, and explore infrastructure funding options. The group must provide a report to the relevant legislative committees by February 1, 2025. The bill also appropriates $ in fiscal year 2025 for the purposes of the working group.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to local government; establishing a fire service consolidation working group; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Kelly Morrison (D)*, Warren Limmer (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Author added Limmer
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NM bill #SB129 • Last Action 02/14/2024
Cybersecurity Act Changes
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Cybersecurity Act in New Mexico. It adds a definition for "public body" to include counties, municipalities, public schools, and institutions of higher education. The bill establishes reporting requirements for public entities receiving state appropriations for information technology resources, requiring them to report cybersecurity and information technology security expenditures. It also requires public bodies receiving general fund appropriations for IT resources to adopt and implement cybersecurity, information security, and privacy policies, standards, and procedures based on national standards, and to certify their compliance annually. The bill changes the membership of the Cybersecurity Advisory Committee, which advises the Cybersecurity Office on developing a statewide cybersecurity plan and best practices.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CYBERSECURITY; AMENDING THE CYBERSECURITY ACT; ADDING A DEFINITION FOR "PUBLIC BODY"; PROVIDING FOR RULEMAKING; ESTABLISHING REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC ENTITIES RECEIVING STATE APPROPRIATIONS IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS; REQUIRING CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH CERTAIN INFORMATION SECURITY STANDARDS; CHANGING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE CYBERSECURITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Michael Padilla (D)*, Debbie Sariñana (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/07/2024
• Last Action: Pocket Veto
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VA bill #SB307 • Last Action 02/14/2024
Electronic gaming devices; regulation, penalties.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill authorizes and specifies the licensing requirements for the manufacture, distribution, operation, servicing, hosting, and play of electronic gaming devices, which are regulated by the Virginia Lottery Board. The bill imposes a 34 percent tax on all gross profits from the play of such gaming devices and provides for the use of such tax proceeds, with most being deposited into the general fund. The bill also imposes criminal and civil penalties for violations of the law and regulations related to electronic gaming devices.
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Bill Summary: Regulation of electronic gaming devices; penalties. Authorizes and specifies the licensing requirements for the manufacture, distribution, operation, servicing, hosting, and play of electronic gaming devices, as defined in the bill. The bill provides that electronic gaming devices are regulated by the Virginia Lottery Board and requires employees of such licensees to be registered with the Virginia Lottery. The bill imposes criminal and civil penalties for violations of the law and regulations related to electronic gaming devices. The bill imposes a 34 percent tax on all gross profits from the play of such gaming devices and provides for the use of such tax proceeds, with most being deposited into the general fund.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeremy McPike (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Left in General Laws and Technology
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MI bill #HB4088 • Last Action 02/14/2024
Education: safety; procedures for school emergency operations plans; modify. Amends sec. 1308b of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1308b).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Revised School Code to modify the procedures for school emergency operations plans. The key provisions are: 1. By July 1, 2025, and every 3 school years thereafter, school districts, intermediate school districts, and public school academies must review and update their emergency operations plans, which must include guidelines and procedures for various emergency situations like school violence, threats, and natural disasters. 2. The plans must also include details on the use of temporary locking devices, the creation of a school-crisis team, and requirements for notifying parents of any school-crisis team meetings. 3. Schools must provide notice to the Department of Education when they complete a review or update of their emergency operations plan, and the Department of State Police will coordinate with schools that have not developed or updated their plans. 4. The emergency operations plans and related information are considered confidential and exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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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: 02/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 33 : Kathy Schmaltz (R)*, Kelly Breen (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Stephanie Young (D), Reggie Miller (D), Rachel Hood (D), Bryan Posthumus (R), Brian BeGole (R), Jennifer Conlin (D), Matt Bierlein (R), Alicia St. Germaine (R), David Martin (R), Jerry Neyer (R), Samantha Steckloff (D), Ranjeev Puri (D), Jaime Greene (R), Jim Haadsma (D), Joseph Fox (R), Luke Meerman (R), Bill Schuette (R), Greg Markkanen (R), Greg Alexander (R), Gina Johnsen (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Mark Tisdel (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Tom Kunse (R), Natalie Price (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Jamie Thompson (R), Karen Whitsett (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: Motion To Discharge Committee Postponed For Day
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MN bill #HF3644 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Working group on local candidate campaign finance reporting established, report required, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a working group on local candidate campaign finance reporting. The working group will examine whether local candidate campaign finance reports should be filed with the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board instead of with local filing officers. The working group will also assess the ability of local filing officers to support local candidates and the public in filing these reports, review the reporting requirements, study the impact on the Board, and propose any changes to the laws. The working group must submit a report with its recommendations by January 15, 2025, and is set to expire after submitting the report. The bill also appropriates money from the general fund to the Legislative Coordinating Commission to support the working group.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to elections; establishing a working group on local candidate campaign finance reporting; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Coulter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/12/2024
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Elections Finance and Policy
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MI bill #HB5423 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Civil rights: public records; certain FOIA provisions relating to the exemption of certain public records from disclosure; modify. Amends secs. 13 & 14 of 1976 PA 442 (MCL 15.243 & 15.244). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5427'24, HB 5426'24, HB 5422'24, HB 5425'24, HB 5424'24
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Freedom of Information Act to modify certain FOIA provisions relating to the exemption of public records from disclosure. It expands the list of records that may be exempted, including some records related to the executive office of the governor and lieutenant governor, as well as the state legislature. The bill also adds new requirements for how public bodies must justify and describe any exemptions applied to public records. Additionally, the bill will not take effect unless several related bills are also enacted.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled"Freedom of information act,"by amending sections 13 and 14 (MCL 15.243 and 15.244), section 13 as amended by 2023 PA 64.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 15 : Jaime Greene (R)*, Donni Steele (R), Alicia St. Germaine (R), Mark Tisdel (R), David Martin (R), Ken Borton (R), Tom Kuhn (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Tom Kunse (R), Matt Bierlein (R), Brad Paquette (R), Will Bruck (R), Ann Bollin (R), Brian BeGole (R), Sarah Lightner (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/7/2024
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WV bill #HB5682 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Creating the Prescription Drug Affordability Board
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the West Virginia Prescription Drug Affordability Board and Prescription Drug Affordability Stakeholder Council to protect West Virginia residents, governments, health plans, providers, and other stakeholders from high prescription drug costs. The board will collect and review data on prescription drug prices, identify drugs that may create affordability challenges, and conduct cost reviews to determine if those drugs should have upper payment limits set. The board is funded through an annual fee on manufacturers, pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and wholesale distributors. The bill also requires the board to study the pharmaceutical system and make recommendations on further legislation to improve drug affordability in the state.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to establish the Prescription Drug Affordability Board and Prescription Drug Affordability Stakeholder Council and establishing the Prescription Drug Affordability Fund, and commissioning studies and reports from the board and council.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kayla Young (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/13/2024
• Last Action: To House Health and Human Resources
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MI bill #HB5424 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Civil rights: public records; open government commission with authority to receive and investigate citizen complaints of alleged FOIA violations and to hear and decide appeals regarding those alleged violations; create. Amends 1976 PA 442 (MCL 15.231 - 15.246) by adding sec. 10c. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5427'24, HB 5426'24, HB 5422'24, HB 5425'24, HB 5423'24
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Open Government Commission, an executive agency within the Department of State, to address citizen complaints regarding alleged violations of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The commission will have the authority to investigate public bodies' FOIA policies and responses, issue binding opinions on issues such as fees, exemptions, and timeliness of responses, and order monetary penalties. The commission will also provide training for FOIA coordinators and make recommendations for policy or legislative changes. The bill requires this act to take effect only if several related bills are also enacted into law.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled"Freedom of information act,"(MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding section 10c.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 15 : Tom Kuhn (R)*, Donni Steele (R), Jaime Greene (R), Alicia St. Germaine (R), Mark Tisdel (R), David Martin (R), Ken Borton (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Tom Kunse (R), Matt Bierlein (R), Brad Paquette (R), Will Bruck (R), Brian BeGole (R), Ann Bollin (R), Sarah Lightner (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/7/2024
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VA bill #HB997 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team; created, penalty.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team to develop and implement procedures to ensure that fetal and infant deaths occurring in the Commonwealth are analyzed in a systematic way. The purpose of the Team is to decrease the incidence of preventable fetal and infant deaths. The bill requires the Team to compile triennial statistical data regarding fetal and infant deaths and to make such data available to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Department of Health. The bill provides that information and records obtained or created by the Team and portions of meetings of the Team at which individual fetal and infant deaths are discussed shall be confidential.
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Bill Summary: Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team established; penalty; report. Establishes the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team to develop and implement procedures to ensure that fetal and infant deaths occurring in the Commonwealth are analyzed in a systematic way. The bill requires the Team to compile triennial statistical data regarding fetal and infant deaths and to make such data available to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Department of Health. The bill provides that information and records obtained or created by the Team and portions of meetings of the Team at which individual fetal and infant deaths are discussed shall be confidential.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Bonita Anthony (D)*, Dan Helmer (D)*, Candi Mundon King (D)*, Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Left in Rules
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SD bill #HB1012 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Adopt the interstate counseling licensure compact and revise educational requirements to comply with the compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the interstate counseling licensure compact and revises educational requirements to comply with the compact. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the Counseling Compact Commission, which will facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to counseling services. The Commission will have the authority to promulgate rules, investigate disciplinary matters, and take adverse actions against counselors' licenses. - Allowing licensed professional counselors to obtain a "privilege to practice" in other member states, provided they meet certain criteria like holding a valid license in their home state and passing a criminal background check. This privilege allows them to practice counseling in remote states without obtaining additional licenses. - Requiring member states to participate in the Commission's data system, which will centralize licensing, disciplinary, and investigative information on licensed counselors. - Modifying state educational requirements for professional counselor and professional counselor-mental health licenses to align with the compact's 60-credit hour standard, while allowing some exceptions. - Authorizing the state board to implement procedures for criminal background checks of counselors seeking to participate in the compact. The bill aims to facilitate greater mobility and access to counseling services across state lines by establishing a coordinated interstate compact system for licensing professional counselors.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED An Act to adopt the interstate counseling licensure compact and revise educational requirements to comply with the compact.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Taylor Rehfeldt (R)*, Erin Tobin (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Signed by the Governor on February 13, 2024 H.J. 314
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VA bill #HB40 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds, complaints, hearings, civil penalty.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits the personal use of campaign funds, establishes a process for the State Board of Elections to review complaints about the misuse of campaign funds, and allows individuals to request advisory opinions on the use of campaign funds. Key provisions include: - Defining what constitutes the personal use of campaign funds and prohibiting such use, except for ordinary and necessary campaign-related expenses and some child care expenses. - Establishing a complaint process where individuals can file complaints about alleged personal use of campaign funds, and requiring the State Board of Elections to investigate and hold public hearings on credible complaints. - Allowing the State Board of Elections to require repayment of improperly used funds and/or impose civil penalties for willful violations. - Authorizing the State Board of Elections to issue advisory opinions on the use of campaign funds. - Directing the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations and publish guidance on the personal use restrictions.
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Bill Summary: Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations similar to those promulgated by the Federal Election Commission to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 28 : Marcus Simon (D)*, Mike Cherry (R)*, Kelly Fowler (D)*, Dan Helmer (D)*, Bonita Anthony (D), Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D), Nadarius Clark (D), Laura Jane Cohen (D), Rae Cousins (D), Debra Gardner (D), J.R. Henson (D), Phil Hernandez (D), Patrick Hope (D), Karen Keys-Gamarra (D), Amy Laufer (D), Alfonso Lopez (D), Michelle Maldonado (D), Marty Martinez (D), Joe McNamara (R), Sam Rasoul (D), David Reid (D), Holly Seibold (D), Irene Shin (D), Shelly Simonds (D), Josh Thomas (D), Kathy Tran (D), Vivian Watts (D), Rod Willett (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 12/20/2023
• Last Action: Left in Appropriations
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HI bill #SB2199 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Relating To Public Agency Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to authorize any board subject to the state's open meetings law to hold a closed meeting for the purpose of providing training to new and current board members. The bill also makes some minor formatting changes to the existing law. The purpose of this bill is to allow public agencies to conduct closed-door training sessions for their board members, which was not previously permitted under the state's open meetings law.
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Bill Summary: Authorizes any board that is subject to state open meetings law to hold a closed meeting for the purpose of providing training to new and current board members.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Kouchi (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: The committee on GVO deferred the measure.
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VA bill #HB1360 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds, complaints, hearings, etc.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits the personal use of campaign funds, provides a process for complaints and hearings related to alleged violations of the personal use prohibition, and authorizes the State Board of Elections to issue advisory opinions on the application of the personal use prohibition. The bill allows campaign funds to be used for ordinary campaign and office-related expenses, contributions to charities and political committees, and child care expenses incurred due to campaign activity. It defines what constitutes a "personal use" of campaign funds and requires the State Board of Elections to adopt regulations similar to those of the Federal Election Commission on advisory opinions and the prohibition on personal use of campaign funds.
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Bill Summary: Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations similar to those promulgated by the Federal Election Commission to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections. Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations similar to those promulgated by the Federal Election Commission to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kelly Fowler (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/15/2024
• Last Action: Left in Privileges and Elections
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SD bill #SB26 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Clarify the membership of the Open Meeting Commission.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to clarify the membership of the South Dakota Open Meeting Commission. The key provisions of the bill are that the commission is comprised of five state's attorneys or deputy state's attorneys appointed by the Attorney General, and the members of the commission shall choose a chair of the commission annually by majority vote.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED An Act to clarify the membership of the Open Meeting Commission.
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• Introduced: 01/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Signed by the Governor on February 13, 2024 S.J. 304
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KY bill #HB345 • Last Action 02/13/2024
AN ACT relating to aerospace infrastructure, making an appropriation therefor, and declaring an emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kentucky Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense Investment Fund to provide funding for public and private partnerships to offer aviation training scholarships and aviation/aerospace equipment grants. The Fund will be administered by the Council on Postsecondary Education and advised by a new committee. At least 65% of the Fund must go towards aviation training scholarships for Kentucky residents enrolled in eligible aviation programs, and up to 35% can support grants for public aviation programs to acquire or maintain aviation equipment. The bill also requires the Council to report annually on the Fund's activities and outcomes.
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Bill Summary: Create new sections of KRS Chapter 164 to define terms; establish the Kentucky Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense Investment Fund Advisory Committee; establish the membership of the committee; establish the Kentucky aerospace, aviation, and defense investment fund to be administered by the Council for Postsecondary Education for the purpose of funding public and private partnerships to provide aviation training scholarships and aviation and aerospace equipment grants; require that the portion of the fund expended towards the council's administrative costs shall not exceed 4% of all gross moneys in the fund or $1,500,000 annually, whichever is less; direct the council to promulgate administrative regulations to carry out this Act; require those administrative regulations to be submitted to the Legislative Research Commission for comment prior to filing; require advisory committee members to abstain from voting on a matter involving a conflict of interest; require that the council shall reserve at least 65% of all net moneys in the fund for partnership proposals between aviation programs and aviation industry partners to provide aviation training scholarships to Kentucky residents enrolled in aviation programs; direct the council to prioritize accepting partnerships to proposals targeted to reduce the workforce demand of a specific eligible aviation credential that is determined by the council to be among the highest in demand in the Commonwealth; direct that a partnership shall require a written partnership contract and establish the minimum contract requirements; direct that disbursements of moneys from the fund to support aviation training scholarships shall be made directly to an aviation program pursuant to the terms of the partnership contract; require that an aviation program that enters a partnership contract shall solicit, accept, and review aviation training scholarship applications submitted by students enrolled in the aviation program; direct that an aviation training scholarship issued by an aviation program pursuant to a partnership contract shall be made directly to a recipient pursuant to a written scholarship contract between the recipient and the aviation program; set minimum contract requirements; direct that a grantor may place restrictions upon a contribution to the fund requiring specific criteria for an aviation training scholarship or scholarships funded by the grantor's dedicated funds; direct that the aviation training scholarship contract shall grant the aviation program, the Commonwealth, or the aviation industry partner the authority to initiate recoupment proceedings for the recovery of the total amount of all aviation training scholarships awarded to an individual that fails to complete the terms of a scholarship contract; direct the council to reserve up to 35% of all net moneys in the fund for aviation equipment partnership contracts between public aviation training programs and aviation industry partners to provide aviation and aviation equipment grants; requrie that an aviation equipment partnership shall require a written partnership contract between a public aviation program, aviation industry partner, and the council; establish minimum contract requirements; direct the council to collaborate with the advisory committee to select proposals for partnership contracts; direct that the council may prioritize designated contracts; provide that the council shall require the public aviation program to submit proof that the entire amount of the aviation equipment grant is invested in the maintenance, acquisition, or lease of aviation or aviation training equipment utilized by students enrolled in a public aviation training program; require the council to submit a report to the Legislative Research Commission and establish minimum report requirements; sunset the bill on June 30, 2030; provide that this Act may be cited as the Aerospace Education Reinvestment Opportunity (A.E.R.O.) Act; APPROPRIATION; EMERGENCY.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 25 : Ken Fleming (R)*, Chad Aull (D), Danny Bentley (R), Kevin Bratcher (R), Steve Bratcher (R), Randy Bridges (R), Jonathan Dixon (R), Robert Duvall (R), Dan Fister (R), Patrick Flannery (R), Deanna Frazier Gordon (R), Mark Hart (R), Samara Heavrin (R), John Hodgson (R), D.J. Johnson (R), Kim King (R), Bobby McCool (R), Phillip Pratt (R), Rebecca Raymer (R), Nancy Tate (R), Killian Timoney (R), Timmy Truett (R), Ken Upchurch (R), Bill Wesley (R), Wade Williams (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/23/2024
• Last Action: to Appropriations & Revenue (H)
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SD bill #HB1017 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Adopt the psychology interjurisdictional licensure compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the psychology interjurisdictional licensure compact (PSYPACT), which allows psychologists licensed in one compact state to practice telepsychology and provide temporary in-person services in other compact states without obtaining additional licenses. Key provisions include establishing the compact commission, granting authority for psychologists to practice across state lines, defining adverse action processes, and setting up a coordinated database for sharing licensure and disciplinary information. The bill aims to increase public access to psychological services, enhance states' ability to protect public health and safety, and promote compliance with psychology practice laws across compact states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED An Act to adopt the psychology interjurisdictional licensure compact.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Linda Duba (D)*, Erin Tobin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Signed by the Governor on February 13, 2024 H.J. 314
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VA bill #HB1291 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Virginia Health Workforce Innovation Fund; established.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Virginia Health Workforce Innovation Fund to be administered by the Board of the Virginia Health Workforce Development Authority. The Fund will provide grants to facilitate regional collaboration on health care innovation and workforce development, particularly the formation of regional, employer-led partnerships that prioritize workforce growth and training. The bill provides for the formation of regional councils across the Commonwealth consisting of representatives from the government, health care, and education sectors. These regional councils may submit applications for collaborative projects that enhance private-sector growth, competitiveness, and workforce development. A portion of the grant funds will be awarded on a population basis and a portion on a competitive basis.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Health Workforce Innovation Fund; established. Establishes the Virginia Health Workforce Innovation Fund to be administered by the Board of the Virginia Health Workforce Development Authority. The Board shall use the Fund to provide grants to facilitate regional collaboration on health care innovation and workforce development and, in particular, the formation of regional, employer-led partnerships that prioritize workforce growth and training. The bill provides for the formation across the Commonwealth of regional councils, defined in the bill, consisting of representatives from the government, health care, and education sectors. Under the bill, regional councils may submit applications for collaborative projects in their regions that enhance private-sector growth, competitiveness, and workforce development. A portion of the grant funds will be awarded on a population basis and a portion on a competitive basis.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rod Willett (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: Left in Appropriations
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MD bill #SB359 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Compact, which allows APRNs to practice in any party state under a multistate license, with consistent requirements for licensure and regulation. The bill establishes the Interstate Commission of APRN Compact Administrators to oversee the compact, including setting uniform rules, investigating disciplinary actions, and resolving disputes. The bill also requires the Compact Administrator of Maryland to recommend the formation of an APRN Advisory Committee to advise the Commission. The bill is contingent on six other states enacting substantially similar legislation, and is set to take effect on October 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact FOR the purpose of entering into the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Compact; establishing criteria for participating states; authorizing an advanced practice registered nurse to practice in a party state under certain scope of practice rules; establishing the Interstate Commission of APRN Compact Administrators and its duties and powers; requiring the Compact Administrator of the State to make certain recommendations on the formation of the Commission; providing for the amendment of and withdrawal from the Compact; and generally relating to the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact. BY adding to Article - Health Occupations Section 8-7B-01 to be under the new subtitle “Subtitle 7B. Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact” Annotated Code of Maryland (2021 Replacement Volume and 2023 Supplement)
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Antonio Hayes (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/16/2024
• Last Action: Senate Finance Hearing (13:00:00 2/13/2024 )
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VA bill #HB867 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Local government employees; expression of certain opinions protected.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill protects the right of local government employees to express their opinions on current or proposed regulations, rules, policies, or actions of a public body during open meetings, as long as they are speaking on their own behalf as a member of the public. However, it excludes any speech that is unprotected under the First Amendment, such as inciting violence, obscenity, defamation, fraud, or disclosing privileged and confidential information. The bill also clarifies that "employee of a locality" does not include those appointed to positions by elected officials or government bodies composed of elected officials.
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Bill Summary: Local government employees; expression of certain opinions protected. Provides that an employee of a locality shall not be penalized by his employer for expressing his opinion regarding a current or proposed regulation, rule, policy, position, or other action or purpose of a public body at an open meeting of such public body when such employee is speaking on his own behalf. The bill excludes any speech that is unprotected under the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, including speech that (i) incites violence; (ii) is obscene, defamatory, or fraudulent; or (iii) discloses privileged and confidential information. The bill specifies that for purposes of this provision an employee of a locality does not include any person appointed to a position in a locality by an elected official or by a government body composed in whole or in part of elected officials.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Mark Earley (R)*, Chad Green (R), Phil Scott (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Left in Counties, Cities and Towns
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VA bill #HB873 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Virginia FOIA; creates closed meeting exemption where related to home instruction of children.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a closed meeting exemption for discussion, consideration, or decisions relating to home instruction of children, unless objected to by a parent or guardian in an open meeting, that are exempt from disclosure pursuant to relevant law.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; closed meeting exemption; home instruction of children. Creates an exemption from the open meeting requirements of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act for discussion, consideration, or decisions relating to home instruction of children, unless objected to by a parent or guardian in an open meeting, that are exempt from disclosure pursuant to relevant law.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mark Earley (R)*, Chad Green (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Left in General Laws
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MD bill #SB204 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate the interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services. The key provisions include: - Defining eligibility requirements for member states and regulated social workers to participate in the compact, including education, licensing, and disciplinary action standards. - Outlining the process for issuing and renewing multistate social work licenses, which allow licensed professionals to practice in all member states. - Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to govern the compact, including rulemaking authority, data sharing, and oversight/enforcement mechanisms. - Addressing issues like military family provisions, adverse actions, and dispute resolution between member states. - Specifying the compact's effective date, withdrawal process, and amendment procedures. The bill is contingent on at least six other states enacting substantially similar legislation, and will take effect in Maryland on October 1, 2024 if that condition is met.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact FOR the purpose of 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 generally relating to the Social Work Licensure Compact. BY adding to Article - Health Occupations Section 19-3A-01 to be under the new subtitle “Subtitle 3A. Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact” Annotated Code of Maryland (2021 Replacement Volume and 2023 Supplement)
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joanne Benson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/08/2024
• Last Action: Senate Finance Hearing (13:00:00 2/13/2024 )
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GA bill #SB26 • Last Action 02/13/2024
State Government; meetings and public hearings of development authorities and community improvement districts to be held by teleconference; permit
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "Georgia Electric Vehicle Future Act" to authorize the Department of Economic Development to create a state-wide electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing program to promote the growth of the EV industry in Georgia. It creates the Georgia Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Commission to provide recommendations to support and expand EV manufacturing in the state. The bill also permits meetings and public hearings of certain local boards and authorities, such as development authorities and community improvement districts, to be held by teleconference under certain conditions. Finally, the bill provides an effective date and repeals any conflicting laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state government, so as to authorize the establishment of a state-wide electric vehicle manufacturing program for the promotion of electric vehicle and component manufacturing in this state; to provide for purposes of such program; to provide for powers and duties of the department relative to such program; to establish a Georgia Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Commission; to provide for purposes and powers of such commission; to provide for membership; to provide for terms and reimbursement for members; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to permit meetings and public hearings of local workforce development boards, development authorities, community improvement districts, hospital authorities, and boards of trustees or governing bodies of certain retirement systems to be held by teleconference; to provide that such teleconference meetings be open to the public in certain instances; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Greg Dolezal (R)*, Frank Ginn (R)*, Russ Goodman (R)*, Larry Walker (R)*, Billy Hickman (R)*, Clint Dixon (R)*, Colton Moore (R)*, Shawn Still (R)*, John Albers (R)*, Matt Brass (R)*, Kay Kirkpatrick (R)*, Todd Jones (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Effective Date 2024-02-13
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OK bill #HB3587 • Last Action 02/13/2024
State government; Oklahoma employees insurance and benefits board; duties and responsibilities; external review requirements; repealers; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the duties and responsibilities of the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Board. It adds external review requirements for certain types of complaints by insured employees, such as those related to medical judgments, surprise billing, and rescissions in coverage. The bill also repeals sections related to the Wellness Program Act and a mutual accountability incentive pilot program. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1304.1, which relates to Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Board; modifying certain duties and responsibilities; adding external review requirements; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Section 1329.1, which relates to mutual accountability incentive pilot program; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 1381, 1382, 1383, and 1384, which relate to the Wellness Program Act; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Judd Strom (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: House Committee HB3587 FULLPCS1 JUDD STROM-TJ - HB3587 FULLPCS1 JUDD STROM-TJ
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VA bill #HB710 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Local officials; travel expenses to be paid from public funds that are anticipated to exceed $2,500.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires local officials, including members of the local governing body, the chief administrative officer and their deputies, and department heads, to obtain advanced approval from the local governing body in an open meeting for any travel expenses anticipated to exceed $2,500. If the final travel expense exceeds the previously approved amount, the excess must be reported to the governing body and noted in the meeting agenda or minutes within 60 days.
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Bill Summary: Travel expenses; local officials. Provides that any travel expense of a local official, as defined in the bill, to be paid from public funds that is anticipated to exceed $2,500 shall be subject to approval in advance by a vote of the local governing body in an open meeting. If the final travel expense exceeds the previously approved amount, such expense shall be reported to the governing body and noted in the meeting agenda or meeting minutes within 60 days of the determination. Travel expenses; local officials. Provides that any travel expense of a local official, as defined in the bill, to be paid from public funds that is anticipated to exceed $2,500 shall be subject to approval in advance by a vote of the local governing body in an open meeting. If the final travel expense exceeds the previously approved amount, such expense shall be reported to the governing body and noted in the meeting agenda or meeting minutes within 60 days of the determination.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Webert (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Left in Counties, Cities and Towns
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VA bill #HB671 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; definition of public body, revenue from public funds.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the definition of "public body" in the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to include any organization, corporation, or agency that received more than 50 percent of its annual revenue, within any of the three preceding years, from public funds. This expansion of the definition aims to increase transparency by subjecting such organizations that rely heavily on public funding to the same disclosure requirements as other public bodies.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; public body; revenue from public funds. Adds to the definition of "public body" any organization, corporation, or agency that received more than 50 percent of its annual revenue, within any of the three preceding years, from public funds.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nick Freitas (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Left in General Laws
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VA bill #HB689 • Last Action 02/13/2024
SUDP; Office of Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on its website.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to take certain actions upon the finding that an individual died from Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), which is defined in the bill. The bill directs the Office to publish information on SUDEP and a SUDEP death investigation form on its website. Additionally, the bill requires the Chief Medical Examiner and local medical examiners to complete training in the investigation of SUDEP on a triennial basis. The bill also creates the Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy Review Team to develop and implement procedures to analyze SUDEP cases in the Commonwealth. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy; protocol; information; training. Requires the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to take certain actions upon the finding that an individual died from Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), defined in the bill. The bill directs the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on SUDEP and a SUDEP death investigation form on its website. Additionally, the bill requires the Chief Medical Examiner and local medical examiners to complete training in the investigation of SUDEP on a triennial basis. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025. Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy; protocol; information; training. Requires the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to take certain actions upon the finding that an individual died from Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), defined in the bill. The bill directs the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on SUDEP and a SUDEP death investigation form on its website. Additionally, the bill requires the Chief Medical Examiner and local medical examiners to complete training in the investigation of SUDEP on a triennial basis. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Holly Seibold (D)*, Nadarius Clark (D), Josh Cole (D), J.R. Henson (D), Patrick Hope (D), Karen Keys-Gamarra (D), Sam Rasoul (D), Irene Shin (D), Rod Willett (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Left in Appropriations
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VA bill #HB629 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds, complaints, hearings, civil penalty.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or their campaign committee to personal use. The bill defines what constitutes a "personal use" of campaign contributions, such as using them for personal expenses unrelated to campaigning or holding office. It allows contributions to be used for ordinary and accepted campaign expenses, including childcare costs directly related to campaign activity. The bill also establishes a process for the State Board of Elections to investigate complaints and impose penalties for violations. Additionally, the bill directs the State Board to provide guidance on the personal use prohibition and issue advisory opinions to candidates and committees on the law's application.
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Bill Summary: Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections. Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds; complaints, hearings, civil penalty, and advisory opinions. Prohibits any person from converting contributions to a candidate or his campaign committee to personal use. Current law only prohibits such conversion of contributions with regard to disbursement of surplus funds at the dissolution of a campaign or political committee. The bill provides that a contribution is considered to have been converted to personal use if the contribution, in whole or in part, is used to fulfill any commitment, obligation, or expense that would exist irrespective of the person's seeking, holding, or maintaining public office but allows a contribution to be used for the ordinary and accepted expenses related to campaigning for or holding elective office, including the use of campaign funds to pay for the candidate's child care expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activity. The bill provides that any person subject to the personal use ban may request an advisory opinion from the State Board of Elections on such matters. The bill directs the State Board of Elections to adopt emergency regulations to implement the provisions of the bill and to publish an updated summary of Virginia campaign finance law that reflects the State Board of Elections' and Attorney General's guidance on the provisions of such law that prohibit the personal use of campaign funds and any new regulations promulgated by the State Board of Elections.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Cherry (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Left in Privileges and Elections
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TN bill #HB0550 • Last Action 02/13/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 67 and Title 68, relative to solid waste.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Tennessee Waste Reduction and Recycling Act," which requires sellers, distributors, and importers of certain packaging materials to take actions to reduce packaging waste that becomes litter. The bill establishes a producer responsibility program, including a producer responsibility organization and advisory board, to facilitate needs assessments, develop and implement a producer responsibility plan, and fund recycling services and infrastructure. The bill also prohibits the sale of packaging containing certain chemicals of high concern after July 1, 2028.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Waste Reduction and Recycling Act"; requires sellers, distributors, and importers of certain packaging materials to take certain actions to reduce the amount of packaging material that becomes litter. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 67 and Title 68.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Torrey Harris (D)*, Darren Jernigan (D), John Clemmons (D), Aftyn Behn (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: Sponsor(s) Added.
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HI bill #SB2751 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Relating To The Sunshine Law.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes accessibility standards for the distribution of public documents and media presentations by government boards in Hawaii. It requires boards to make documents and presentations available in disability-accessible formats, and it tasks the Disability and Communication Access Board with providing training and technical assistance to support this requirement. The bill also declares that the appropriations in the bill will cause the state general fund expenditure ceiling to be exceeded, and it makes an appropriation to fund the implementation of the new accessibility requirements.
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Bill Summary: Establishes accessibility standards for the distribution of public documents and media presentations by boards as defined in section 92-2, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*, Dru Kanuha (D)*, Karl Rhoads (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/20/2024
• Last Action: The committee on GVO deferred the measure.
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HI bill #SB2688 • Last Action 02/13/2024
Relating To Information Accessibility.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee to advise the Access Hawaii Committee on improving accessibility to government information for people with disabilities. The bill requires the Access Hawaii Committee to review the Advisory Committee's recommendations, implement appropriate actions to improve access, and include the recommendations and the Committee's actions in its annual report. The bill also extends the deadline for the Access Hawaii Committee's annual report from 20 to 40 days prior to the convening of each regular legislative session.
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Bill Summary: Establishes the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee to advise the Access Hawaii Committee on how to improve accessibility to government information for people with diminished access to government information arising from disabilities. Requires the Access Hawaii Committee to review the recommendations of the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee, implement appropriate action to improve access to the government, and include in its annual report the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee's recommendations and the Access Hawaii Committee's actions relative to the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee's recommendations.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Karl Rhoads (D)*, Carol Fukunaga (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/20/2024
• Last Action: The committee on GVO deferred the measure.
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RI bill #S2292 • Last Action 02/12/2024
Establishes the first Green Justice Zone, a model that may be replicated in future years to ensure that all communities throughout the state have clean air and clean water.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the first Green Justice Zone, a model that may be replicated in future years to ensure that all communities throughout the state have clean air and clean water. The bill creates a special district called the Green Justice Zone, which encompasses certain census block groups in Providence County. It establishes a board to govern the zone, sets requirements for obtaining permits to operate industrial facilities within the zone, requires the implementation of environmental remediation projects, and provides labor protections and a just transition program for workers in the zone. The bill also adds new air and water pollution regulations that apply specifically to industrial facilities within the designated Green Justice Zone area.
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Bill Summary: This act would establish the first Green Justice Zone, a model that may be replicated in future years to ensure that all communities throughout the state have clean air and clean water. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tiara Mack (D)*, Dawn Euer (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/12/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture
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VA bill #SB390 • Last Action 02/12/2024
SUDP; Office of Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on its website.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) and a SUDEP death investigation form on its website. It also requires the Chief Medical Examiner and local medical examiners to complete training on investigating SUDEP cases on a triennial basis. The bill establishes the Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy Review Team to analyze SUDEP cases in Virginia and make recommendations to improve data collection and awareness of SUDEP. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy; protocol; information; training. Requires the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to take certain actions upon the finding that an individual died from Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), defined in the bill. The bill directs the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on SUDEP and a SUDEP death investigation form on its website. Additionally, the bill requires the Chief Medical Examiner and local medical examiners to complete training in the investigation of SUDEP on a triennial basis. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Stella Pekarsky (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Continued to 2025 in Finance and Appropriations (15-Y 0-N)
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NJ bill #A3647 • Last Action 02/12/2024
Enters New Jersey into Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enters New Jersey into the Recognition Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (REPLICA). REPLICA is designed to facilitate the day-to-day movement of EMS personnel across state boundaries, authorize state EMS offices to provide immediate legal recognition to EMS personnel licensed in a member state, and enable states to better protect public health and safety through shared regulation of EMS personnel. The bill grants EMS personnel licensed in other REPLICA member states the "privilege to practice" in New Jersey, subject to certain conditions. It also establishes an Interstate Commission to oversee the compact and provides mechanisms for dispute resolution, enforcement, and withdrawal from the compact.
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Bill Summary: This bill enters New Jersey into the Recognition Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (otherwise known as REPLICA). This compact is intended to facilitate the day-to-day movement of EMS personnel across state boundaries in the performance of their EMS duties as assigned by an appropriate authority and authorize state EMS offices to afford immediate legal recognition to EMS personnel licensed in a member state. This compact recognizes that states have a vested interest in protecting the public's health and safety through their licensing and regulation of EMS personnel, and that such state regulation shared among the member states will best protect public health and safety. REPLICA is the nation's first and only multi-state compact for the EMS profession. REPLICA provides qualified EMS professionals licensed in a "home state" a legal "privilege to practice" in "remote states." Home states are states where an EMT is licensed; while remote states are other states that have adopted the REPLICA legislation.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/13/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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NJ bill #S2668 • Last Action 02/12/2024
Enters New Jersey into Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enters New Jersey into the Recognition Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (REPLICA). REPLICA is intended to facilitate the day-to-day movement of EMS personnel across state boundaries and authorize state EMS offices to afford immediate legal recognition to EMS personnel licensed in a member state. The compact recognizes that states have a vested interest in protecting the public's health and safety through their licensing and regulation of EMS personnel, and that such state regulation shared among the member states will best protect public health and safety. The bill also provides for the establishment of the Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice to administer and enforce the compact.
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Bill Summary: This bill enters New Jersey into the Recognition Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (otherwise known as REPLICA). This compact is intended to facilitate the day-to-day movement of EMS personnel across state boundaries in the performance of their EMS duties as assigned by an appropriate authority and authorize state EMS offices to afford immediate legal recognition to EMS personnel licensed in a member state. This compact recognizes that states have a vested interest in protecting the public's health and safety through their licensing and regulation of EMS personnel, and that such state regulation shared among the member states will best protect public health and safety. REPLICA is the nation's first and only multi-state compact for the EMS profession. REPLICA provides qualified EMS professionals licensed in a "home state" a legal "privilege to practice" in "remote states." Home states are states where an EMT is licensed; while remote states are other states that have adopted the REPLICA legislation.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Linda Greenstein (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/14/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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VA bill #SB390 • Last Action 02/12/2024
SUDP; Office of Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on its website.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) and a SUDEP death investigation form on its website. The bill also requires the Chief Medical Examiner and local medical examiners to complete training in the investigation of SUDEP on a triennial basis. The bill establishes the Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy Review Team to review SUDEP cases and make recommendations to improve the identification, data collection, and prevention of SUDEP. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy; protocol; information; training. Requires the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to take certain actions upon the finding that an individual died from Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), defined in the bill. The bill directs the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to publish information on SUDEP and a SUDEP death investigation form on its website. Additionally, the bill requires the Chief Medical Examiner and local medical examiners to complete training in the investigation of SUDEP on a triennial basis. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 08/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Stella Pekarsky (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Continued to 2025 in Finance and Appropriations (15-Y 0-N)
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MA bill #S187 • Last Action 02/12/2024
Relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Occupational Therapist Interstate Licensure Compact, which allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege" if they hold a valid license in their home state. Key provisions include the requirements for states to participate in the compact, the process for obtaining a compact privilege, rules around adverse actions and disciplinary proceedings, the establishment of an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to govern the compact, and procedures for data sharing and dispute resolution. The bill aims to facilitate the practice of occupational therapy across state lines and ensure patient access to services.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Joan Lovely (D)*, Jack Lewis (D), Lydia Edwards (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Accompanied a study order, see S2630
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IL bill #SB3613 • Last Action 02/09/2024
FOIA-JUDICIAL BRANCH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act to include the judicial branch and components of the judicial branch as "public bodies" subject to the Act. It exempts records that pertain to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders from disclosure. The bill also excludes denials of requests for records from the judicial branch or its components from the jurisdiction of the Public Access Counselor.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, for purposes of the Act, "public body" includes the judicial branch and components of the judicial branch of the State. Exempts records that pertain to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders. Excludes denials of requests of records from the judicial branch or components of the judicial branch from the jurisdiction of the Public Access Counselor.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Martwick (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB5375 • Last Action 02/09/2024
SOCIAL WORK LICENSURE COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Social Work Licensure Compact Act, which will facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services while preserving the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety through the current system of state licensure. The Compact establishes provisions for state participation, social worker participation, issuance of a multistate license, creation of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, authority of the Commission and state licensing authorities, adverse actions against a multistate licensee, development of a multistate data system, rulemaking, enforcement, and other key components. The Compact will come into effect once enacted into law by seven member states.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Social Work Licensure Compact Act. Provides that the State of Illinois ratifies and approves the Compact. Provides that the purpose of the Compact is to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services and that the Compact preserves the regulatory authority of States to protect public health and safety through the current system of State licensure. Includes provisions about state participation in the compact, social worker participation in the compact, issuance of a multistate license, creation of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, the authority of the Commission and state licensing authorities, reissuance of a multistate license by a new home state, licensing of active military members, adverse actions against a multistate licensee, development of a multistate data system, rulemaking authority of the Commission, effect and conflict with state laws, oversight, dispute resolution, enforcement, the effective date of the Compact, withdrawal from the Compact, amendments to the Compact, and construction and severability of provisions of the Compact.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Lindsey LaPointe (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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KY bill #HB501 • Last Action 02/09/2024
AN ACT relating to Senate confirmation of appointees.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enact legislation that would require Senate confirmation for various gubernatorial appointments to state boards, commissions, and councils. The key provisions of this bill are: This bill requires Senate confirmation in accordance with KRS 11.160 for all appointments or reappointments made by the Governor to boards, commissions, committees, and councils. This applies to a wide range of state entities across various sectors, including but not limited to: - The Capital Planning Advisory Board - The Public Pension Oversight Board - The Kentucky Long-Term Policy Research Center - The Historic Properties Advisory Commission - The Executive Branch Ethics Commission - The Commission on Small Business Innovation and Advocacy - The Kentucky Horse Park Commission - The Kentucky Center for African-American Heritage - The Kentucky Native American Heritage Commission - The Kentucky Water Resources Board - The Kentucky Infrastructure Authority - The Kentucky Bicycle and Bikeway Commission - The Water Transportation Advisory Board - The Kentucky Public Transportation Infrastructure Authority - The Center for Pollution Prevention Board - The Kentucky Board of Home Inspectors - The Kentucky Child Care Advisory Council - The State Interagency Council for Services and Supports to Children and Transition-Age Youth - The Hemophilia Advisory Committee - The Kentucky Early Intervention System Interagency Coordinating Council - The Advisory Council on Autism Spectrum Disorders - The Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council - The Kentucky Traumatic Brain Injury Trust Fund Board - The Kentucky Rare Disease Advisory Council - The Breast Cancer Research and Education Trust Fund Board - The Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund Board - The Colon Cancer Screening and Prevention Advisory Committee - The Lung Cancer Screening Advisory Committee - The Kentucky Board of Licensure for Long-Term Care Administrators - The Structural Pest Management Advisory Board - The Advisory Council for Recovery Ready Communities - The Kentucky Forestry Best Management Practices Board - The Court Facilities Standards Committee - The Public Advocacy Commission - The Military Family Assistance Trust Fund Board - The Kentucky Wireless Interoperability Executive Committee - The Geographic Information Advisory Council - The Capital Development Committee - The High-Performance Buildings Advisory Committee - The Churchill Downs Authority - The Kentucky Local Government Public-Private Partnership Board - The Air Boards - The Motorcycle Advisory Commission for Highway Safety - The Motorcycle Safety Education Commission - The Kentucky Transportation Center Advisory Board - The Kentucky 911 Services Board - The Frankfort/Franklin County Tourist and Convention Commission - The Kentucky Fire Commission - The Planning Commissions - The Local Distribution Fund Oversight Committee - The Kentucky Heritage Land Conservation Fund Board - The Endow Kentucky Commission - The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission - The Kentucky Equine Drug Research Council - The Charitable Gaming Advisory Commission - The State Fair Board - The Kentucky Livestock Care Standards Commission - The Kentucky Equine Health and Welfare Council - The Animal Control Advisory Board - The Kentucky Grape and Wine Council - The Egg Marketing Board - The Purchase of Agricultural Conservation Easement Corporation - The Kentucky State Board on Electric Generation and Transmission Siting - The Kentucky Motor Carrier Advisory Committee - The Financial Institutions Board - The Health Insurance Advisory Council - The Kentucky Health Care Improvement Authority - The Kentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors - The Kentucky Board of Licensure for Professional Art Therapists - The Kentucky Board of Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - The Kentucky Board of Licensed Diabetes Educators - The Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy - The Kentucky Board of Durable Medical Equipment Suppliers - The Kentucky Board of Radon Safety - The Kentucky Board of Licensure and Certification for Dietitians and Nutritionists - The State Board of Podiatry - The State Board of Medical Licensure - The Kentucky Athletic Trainers Advisory Council - The Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services - The Kentucky Board for Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy - The Kentucky State Board of Chiropractic Examiners - The Kentucky Board of Dentistry - The Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care - The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy - The Kentucky Board of Funeral Directors - The Kentucky Board of Barbering - The Kentucky Board of Cosmetology The bill aims to promote accountability and transparency in state government by requiring Senate confirmation for these appointments.
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Bill Summary: Amend various sections of the Kentucky Revised Statutes to require Senate confirmation in accordance with KRS 11.160 for all appointments or reappointments made by the Governor to boards, commissions, committees, and councils.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Myron Dossett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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IL bill #HB5163 • Last Action 02/09/2024
DATABASE RESOURCES FOR STUDENT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Database Resources for Students Act. It requires that any digital or online library database resources offered to students in grades kindergarten through 12 by a school district, state agency, public library, or public university/community college must have safety policies and technology protection measures that prohibit and filter access to child pornography, obscene materials, or materials depicting child sexual exploitation. If a provider fails to comply, the school district, agency, library, or university/college must withhold further payments and consider it a breach of contract. The bill also requires annual reporting on provider noncompliance issues and applies the law to charter schools.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Database Resources for Students Act. Provides that a school district, State agency, public library, or public university or community college may offer digital or online library database resources to students in grades kindergarten through 12 only if the provider of the resources verifies that all the resources have safety policies and technology protection measures that prohibit and prevent a user of the resources from sending, receiving, viewing, or downloading and filter or block access to child pornography, obscene materials, or materials that depict child sexual exploitation. Provides that, notwithstanding any contract provision to the contrary, if a provider fails to comply with these provisions, the school district, State agency, public library, or public university or community college shall withhold further payments to the provider pending verification of compliance. Provides that if a provider fails to timely verify that the provider is in compliance, then the school district, State agency, public library, or public university or community college shall consider the provider's act of noncompliance as a breach of contract. Provides that nothing in the Act exempts from prosecution an employee of a school district, State agency, public library, or public university or community college for a willful violation of the provisions of the Criminal Code of 2012 regarding obscenity and child pornography. Sets forth reporting provisions. Amends the Charter Schools Law of the School Code to provide that the Act applies to charter schools.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Miller (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB5374 • Last Action 02/09/2024
OPEN MEETING/SCH CD-LSC
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act and the School Code to allow local school councils in the Chicago School District to conduct open or closed meetings by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members, under certain conditions. The bill requires the local school council to take a vote at their organizational meeting to determine if meetings will be held in-person or remotely, but a declaration by the Governor or the Director of Public Health limiting the size of or prohibiting an in-person meeting will supersede the council's vote to meet in-person.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides if a public body is a local school council organized under the Chicago School District Article of the School Code, then subject to certain requirements, an open or closed meeting subject to the Act may be conducted by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members, so long as specified conditions are met. Amends the School Code. Provides that at the organizational meeting, the local school council shall take a vote to determine if meetings shall be held in-person or remotely; however, a declaration by the Governor or Director of Public Health limiting the size of or prohibiting an in-person meeting shall supersede a local school council's vote to meet in-person.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Theresa Mah (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB5199 • Last Action 02/09/2024
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Some key provisions include: - Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes conforming changes to various other acts. - Allows a person prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law to petition the Illinois State Police or a circuit court for relief from the prohibition, with some exceptions. - Removes requirements related to the Firearm Owners Identification Card from various sections of the law, including the Criminal Code, Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code, and others. - Makes changes to the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, including removing references to the Firearm Owners Identification Card. - Amends the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act to remove requirements related to the Firearm Owners Identification Card. - Makes other technical and conforming changes throughout the law. Overall, this bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and removes related requirements from various other acts and codes in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Brad Halbrook (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB5196 • Last Action 02/09/2024
RESTORES PRE-P.A. 101-652
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to restore the statutes to the form in which they existed before their amendment by Public Acts 101-652, 102-28, and 102-1104. The key provisions of this bill are: This bill restores the statutes related to bail and pretrial release to the form that existed prior to the changes made by Public Acts 101-652, 102-28, and 102-1104. This includes: - Restoring the definition of "bail" and "bail bond" and removing references to "pretrial release" and "conditions of pretrial release." - Reinstating the procedures for setting the amount of bail and conditions of bail release, including specific factors the court must consider. - Restoring the provisions for modifying bail and revoking bail for violations of bail conditions. - Reinstating the procedures for denying bail in certain non-probationable felony offenses and stalking/aggravated stalking cases. - Restoring the drug testing program as a condition of bail release. - Reinstating the procedures for depositing bail security and forfeiture of bail. The bill also repeals various acts and sections related to police use of force, reporting of deaths in custody, and other police reform measures enacted in recent years. Overall, this bill seeks to return the law in Illinois related to bail, pretrial release, and related criminal justice procedures to their previous state before the changes made by the recent public acts.
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Bill Summary: Amends, repeals, and reenacts various Acts. Restores the statutes to the form in which they existed before their amendment by Public Acts 101-652, 102-28, and 102-1104. Makes other technical changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Brad Halbrook (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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VA bill #SB407 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; enters the Commonwealth into Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enters the Commonwealth of Virginia into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, which aims to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states. The Compact establishes a streamlined pathway for teacher licensure, supports the relocation of eligible military spouses, and enhances the exchange of licensing and disciplinary information between states. The bill outlines the Compact's definitions, licensure requirements, discipline and adverse action procedures, and the establishment of the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission to administer the agreement. The Compact has already reached the threshold of 10 member states and is currently in effect.
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Bill Summary: Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact. Enters the Commonwealth into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, the purpose of which is to facilitate the mobility of teachers across the member states, with the goal of supporting teachers through a new pathway to licensure. The Compact is presently in effect, as it has reached the enactment threshold of 10 state members.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tara Durant (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Stricken at request of patron in Education and Health (15-Y 0-N)
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OK bill #SB1857 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Wildlife; increasing fees for certain hunting licenses. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to increase fees for certain nonresident hunting licenses in Oklahoma, including raising the annual licenses for hunting game other than deer, antelope, elk, or bear from $141 to $282 and from $175 to $350. It also increases the fees for nonresident deer hunting licenses, with the cost of a deer gun license rising from $299 to $600. Additionally, the bill authorizes the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission to limit nonresident hunting bag limits to no more than half of the limit set for resident hunters. The bill has an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to wildlife; amending 29 O.S. 2021, Section 4-112, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 96, O.S.L. 2023 (29 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 4-112), which relates to hunting license; raising fees for certain license; amending 29 O.S. 2021, Section 5- 401, which relates to Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission powers regarding seasons and bag limits; authorizing the Commission to limit certain limits for nonresidents; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Warren Hamilton (R)*, Tom Woods (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Coauthored by Senator Woods
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VA bill #SB140 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team; created, penalty, report.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team to develop and implement procedures to ensure that fetal and infant deaths occurring in the Commonwealth are analyzed in a systematic way. The bill requires the Team to compile triennial statistical data regarding fetal and infant deaths and make such data available to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Department of Health. The bill provides that information and records obtained or created by the Team and portions of meetings of the Team at which individual fetal and infant deaths are discussed shall be confidential.
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Bill Summary: Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team established; penalty; report. Establishes the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team to develop and implement procedures to ensure that fetal and infant deaths occurring in the Commonwealth are analyzed in a systematic way. The bill requires the Team to compile triennial statistical data regarding fetal and infant deaths and to make such data available to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Department of Health. The bill provides that information and records obtained or created by the Team and portions of meetings of the Team at which individual fetal and infant deaths are discussed shall be confidential.
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• Introduced: 08/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jennifer Carroll Foy (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Continued to 2025 in Finance and Appropriations (15-Y 0-N)
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VA bill #SB140 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team; created, penalty, report.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team to develop and implement procedures to ensure that fetal and infant deaths occurring in the Commonwealth are analyzed in a systematic way, with the goal of decreasing the incidence of preventable fetal and infant deaths. The bill outlines the composition, duties, and confidentiality provisions of the Team, and requires it to compile triennial statistical data on fetal and infant deaths which will be made available to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Department of Health. The continued work of the Team is contingent on ongoing funding, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner may hire staff to assist the Team if appropriations for this purpose are included in a future general appropriation act.
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Bill Summary: Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team established; penalty; report. Establishes the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team to develop and implement procedures to ensure that fetal and infant deaths occurring in the Commonwealth are analyzed in a systematic way. The bill requires the Team to compile triennial statistical data regarding fetal and infant deaths and to make such data available to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Department of Health. The bill provides that information and records obtained or created by the Team and portions of meetings of the Team at which individual fetal and infant deaths are discussed shall be confidential.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jennifer Carroll Foy (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Continued to 2025 in Finance and Appropriations (15-Y 0-N)
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HI bill #SB2639 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Relating To Public Agency Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates the enforcement mechanisms for the Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA) and the Sunshine Law. It allows any person to sue a board after receiving an adverse decision from the Office of Information Practices (OIP), which will be reviewed by the circuit court de novo (anew). The bill clarifies that Sunshine Law violations are brought against the board, not the OIP, and establishes a two-year statute of limitations for such lawsuits. It prohibits boards from challenging OIP opinions or rulings, except as provided, and requires persons suing for Sunshine Law violations to notify the OIP so it can decide whether to intervene. Finally, the bill prioritizes Sunshine Law lawsuits in court, but only when the person seeks to void a board's final action.
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Bill Summary: Updates the enforcement mechanisms for the Uniform Information Practices Act and the Sunshine Law.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Les Ihara (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/19/2024
• Last Action: The committee on GVO deferred the measure.
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IA bill #HF2408 • Last Action 02/08/2024
A bill for an act relating to prescription drug affordability, including the creation of a prescription drug affordability board.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to prescription drug affordability measures, including the creation of a prescription drug affordability board. The bill defines key terms such as "biologic," "biosimilar," "brand-name drug," and "generic drug." It establishes a prescription drug affordability board (the board) with the purpose of protecting stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. The bill outlines the board's membership, structure, and operational requirements, including open meetings, public notice, and conflict of interest provisions. The board is tasked with identifying certain high-cost prescription drug products and conducting affordability reviews to determine if the spending on these products has led or will lead to affordability challenges. If the board finds an affordability challenge, it can recommend an upper payment limit to the state legislature. The bill also requires the board to create a prescription drug affordability stakeholder council to provide input, and to submit annual reports to the legislature on prescription drug price trends and recommendations for further legislation.
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to prescription drug affordability measures, including the creation of a prescription drug affordability board. The bill provides definitions used in the bill. The bill creates the prescription drug affordability board (board) for the purpose of protecting stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products (product or products). The bill provides for the membership and functioning of the board; the hiring of an executive director and other staff for the board; salaries, per diems, and reimbursement of expenses of the executive director, general counsel, staff, and members; and other provisions that apply to the meetings of the board. The board shall meet in open session at least four times annually to review product information, and may meet in closed session to discuss proprietary data and information. The board shall provide public notice of each board meeting at least two weeks in advance of the meeting, make materials for each meeting available to the public in advance of the meeting, provide an opportunity for public comment at each open meeting of the board, and provide the opportunity for the public to submit written comments on pending decisions of the board. The board may allow expert testimony at its meetings, including when the board meets in closed session. Members of the board shall recuse themselves from decisions related to products if the member, or an immediate family member of the member, has received or could receive certain financial benefits from the work of the board. The bill provides for disclosure of conflicts of interest relative to the work of the board, and prohibits the members of the board, the executive director, the general counsel, board staff, and third-party contractors from accepting certain gifts or donations. The bill provides that, to the extent practicable, the board shall access pricing information for products through various means including by entering into memoranda of understanding with another state to which manufacturers already report pricing information; assessing spending for prescription drugs in this state; and accessing other available pricing information based on state reporting and transparency requirements. The board may enter into a contract with a qualified, independent third party for any service necessary to carry out the powers and duties of the board, and shall adopt rules to administer the bill. The bill requires the board to create a prescription drug affordability stakeholder council (council) to assist the board in making decisions. The council shall consist of 19 members including manufacturers of brand-name and generic prescription drugs, providers that dispense or administer prescription drugs, prescription drug suppliers, and consumers of prescription drugs. Members are appointed by the majority leader of the senate, the minority leader of the senate, the speaker of the house of representatives, the minority leader of the house of representatives, and the governor. The members of the council shall have knowledge in certain areas as specified in the bill. The bill provides for the annual selection of a chairperson and co-chairperson, terms, and reimbursement of actual and necessary expenses of the members. The board is required to identify certain brand-name drugs or biologics, biosimilars, generic drugs, and other products that may create affordability challenges for the state health care system and for patients, including drugs used to address public health emergencies. After identifying the products, the board shall determine whether to conduct an affordability review by seeking council input about the product and considering the average patient cost share of the product. The bill specifies relevant information that may be included in conducting an affordability review. If the board finds that the spending on a product reviewed has led or will lead to an affordability challenge, the board shall submit a report to the general assembly of the board’s findings, including a recommended upper payment limit. The upper pay limit for the product shall be determined by considering the cost of administering the product, the cost of delivering the product to consumers, and other relevant administrative costs related to the product. Any information submitted to the board in accordance with the bill is subject to public inspection only to the extent provided under the state’s open records law. The bill requires the board, on or before December 31, 2024, and annually thereafter, to submit to the general assembly a report that includes price trends for products in the state; and any recommendations regarding further legislation needed to improve prescription drug affordability in the state. On or before July 1, 2025, the board shall submit a report to the general assembly on the operation of the generic drug market in the United States that considers the prices of generic drugs on a year-over-year basis, the degree to which generic drug prices affect yearly insurance premium changes, annual changes in insurance cost-sharing for generic drugs, the potential for and history of drug shortages, the degree to which generic drug prices affect yearly state Medicaid spending, and any other relevant issues.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Jacoby (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Commerce. H.J. 227.
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IA bill #SF2238 • Last Action 02/08/2024
A bill for an act relating to prescription drug affordability, including the creation of a prescription drug affordability board.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to prescription drug affordability measures, including the creation of a prescription drug affordability board. The bill defines key terms such as "brand-name drug," "generic drug," and "prescription drug product." The board is created to protect stakeholders from high prescription drug costs, and is composed of five members with expertise in healthcare, economics, or medicine. The board has various powers and duties, including accessing pricing information, entering into contracts, and adopting rules. The bill also creates a prescription drug affordability stakeholder council to provide input to the board. The board must identify certain high-cost drugs and conduct affordability reviews, potentially recommending upper payment limits to the legislature. The bill requires the board to submit annual reports on price trends and recommendations, as well as a report on the generic drug market.
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to prescription drug affordability measures, including the creation of a prescription drug affordability board. The bill provides definitions used in the bill. The bill creates the prescription drug affordability board (board) for the purpose of protecting stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products (product or products). The bill provides for the membership and functioning of the board; the hiring of an executive director and other staff for the board; salaries, per diems, and reimbursement of expenses of the executive director, general counsel, staff, and members; and other provisions that apply to the meetings of the board. The board shall meet in open session at least four times annually to review product information, and may meet in closed session to discuss proprietary data and information. The board shall provide public notice of each board meeting at least two weeks in advance of the meeting, make materials for each meeting available to the public in advance of the meeting, provide an opportunity for public comment at each open meeting of the board, and provide the opportunity for the public to submit written comments on pending decisions of the board. The board may allow expert testimony at its meetings, including when the board meets in closed session. Members of the board shall recuse themselves from decisions related to products if the member, or an immediate family member of the member, has received or could receive certain financial benefits from the work of the board. The bill provides for disclosure of conflicts of interest relative to the work of the board, and prohibits the members of the board, the executive director, the general counsel, board staff, and third-party contractors from accepting certain gifts or donations. The bill provides that, to the extent practicable, the board shall access pricing information for products through various means including by entering into memoranda of understanding with another state to which manufacturers already report pricing information; assessing spending for prescription drugs in this state; and accessing other available pricing information based on state reporting and transparency requirements. The board may enter into a contract with a qualified, independent third party for any service necessary to carry out the powers and duties of the board, and shall adopt rules to administer the bill. The bill requires the board to create a prescription drug affordability stakeholder council (council) to assist the board in making decisions. The council shall consist of 19 members including manufacturers of brand-name and generic prescription drugs, providers that dispense or administer prescription drugs, prescription drug suppliers, and consumers of prescription drugs. Members are appointed by the majority leader of the senate, the minority leader of the senate, the speaker of the house of representatives, the minority leader of the house of representatives, and the governor. The members of the council shall have knowledge in certain areas as specified in the bill. The bill provides for the annual selection of a chairperson and co-chairperson, terms, and reimbursement of actual and necessary expenses of the members. The board is required to identify certain brand-name drugs or biologics, biosimilars, generic drugs, and other products that may create affordability challenges for the state health care system and for patients, including drugs used to address public health emergencies. After identifying the products, the board shall determine whether to conduct an affordability review by seeking council input about the product and considering the average patient cost share of the product. The bill specifies relevant information that may be included in conducting an affordability review. If the board finds that the spending on a product reviewed has led or will lead to an affordability challenge, the board shall submit a report to the general assembly of the board’s findings, including a recommended upper payment limit. The upper pay limit for the product shall be determined by considering the cost of administering the product, the cost of delivering the product to consumers, and other relevant administrative costs related to the product. Any information submitted to the board in accordance with the bill is subject to public inspection only to the extent provided under the state’s open records law. The bill requires the board, on or before December 31, 2024, and annually thereafter, to submit to the general assembly a report that includes price trends for products in the state; and any recommendations regarding further legislation needed to improve prescription drug affordability in the state. On or before July 1, 2025, the board shall submit a report to the general assembly on the operation of the generic drug market in the United States that considers the prices of generic drugs on a year-over-year basis, the degree to which generic drug prices affect yearly insurance premium changes, annual changes in insurance cost-sharing for generic drugs, the potential for and history of drug shortages, the degree to which generic drug prices affect yearly state Medicaid spending, and any other relevant issues.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Molly Donahue (D)*, Sarah Trone Garriott (D)*, Janet Petersen (D)*, Pam Jochum (D)*, Zach Wahls (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Subcommittee: Edler, Costello, and Donahue. S.J. 253.
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OK bill #SB1325 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Sow farms; creating the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Act of 2024; making an appropriation. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Act of 2024, which establishes a program within the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to provide funding for sow farms to transition from individual gestation crates to group housing pens. The program aims to offset the costs of complying with state and federal regulations on animal agriculture facilities, while promoting more humane treatment of pregnant sows. The bill appropriates $47 million to a revolving fund to be used for the program, which will provide grants to eligible applicants based on criteria such as licensing, employee qualifications, and demonstrated commitment to humane treatment of animals. The bill also includes provisions to keep certain applicant information confidential and creates a review committee to analyze and recommend projects for approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to sow farms; creating the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Act of 2024; providing short title; establishing the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Program and authority to administer such Program; stating purpose; authorizing certain expenditures; requiring promulgation of certain rules; creating the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Revolving Fund; providing for expenditures; establishing certain application criteria; providing certain exemption to Oklahoma Open Records Act; establishing review committee; making an appropriation; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 12/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : George Young (D)*, Jason Lowe (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/14/2023
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Lowe (Jason) (principal House author)
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HI bill #SB2281 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Proposing Amendments To Article Iii Of The Hawaii State Constitution To Establish A Continuous Legislative Session.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes amendments to the Hawaii State Constitution to establish a continuous legislative session. The key provisions include: 1. Requiring the legislature to convene at least once a month, removing language regarding special sessions, adjournments, and recesses. 2. Creating a two-year deadline for a bill to be submitted for gubernatorial consideration and standardizing the number of days the Governor has to approve or veto a bill. 3. Requiring the passage of the legislative budget within 45 days before the end of each fiscal year. 4. Subjecting members of the legislature to the sunshine law (open meetings requirements) and prohibiting them from having employment outside of their legislative duties.
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Bill Summary: Establishes a continuous Legislature. Requires the Legislature to convene at least once a month. Removes language regarding special sessions, adjournment, and recesses. Creates a two-year deadline for a bill to be submitted for gubernatorial consideration. Standardizes the number of days that the Governor must approve or veto a bill submitted for consideration. Requires the passage of the legislative budget within 45 days before the end of each fiscal year. Makes members of the Legislature subject to the sunshine law. Prohibits members of the Legislature from having employment other than their work as members of the Legislature.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stanley Chang (D)*, Angus McKelvey (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: The committee on GVO deferred the measure.
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IL bill #SB3439 • Last Action 02/08/2024
LAW ENFORCEMENT-BODY CAMERAS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act to redefine when a law enforcement officer is "in uniform", add a definition for "no expectation of privacy", change the requirements for retaining and accessing body camera recordings, and modify when recordings may be used to discipline officers. The bill also amends the Law Enforcement Camera Grant Act to allow grant funds to be used for the full costs of body camera programs and removes the requirement to report on certain cases where the cameras were used. The bill makes conforming changes to the Criminal Code of 2012 and the Freedom of Information Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that a law enforcement officer is "in uniform" only when primarily assigned to respond to law enforcement-related encounters or activities. Adds a definition for "no expectation of privacy". Provides that, on and after January 1, 2026, an officer no longer needs to provide notice of recording to a person that has no reasonable expectation of privacy. Provides that recordings made on officer-worn cameras must be retained by the law enforcement agency or by the camera vendor used by the agency on a recording medium for a minimum period of 90 days and no longer than 2 years unless flagged (rather than for a period of 90 days). In provisions relating to exceptions to destruction of camera recordings if a recording has been flagged, provides that an encounter is deemed to be flagged when a formal investigation or informal inquiry has commenced (rather than a formal or informal complaint has been filed). Modifies when recordings may be used to discipline law enforcement officers. Provides that recordings are only subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act when a recording is flagged due to the filing of a complaint, discharge of a firearm, use of force, arrest or detention, or resulting death or bodily harm and the subject of the encounter has a reasonable expectation of privacy at the time of the recording (removing other exceptions). Provides that only the subject of the recording or the subject's legal representative may obtain the portion of the recording containing the subject if they provide written authorization to release the video. Makes other changes. Amends the Law Enforcement Camera Grant Act. Provides that grant funds may be used for the entire costs of the officer-worn body camera program and contract, including hardware, video management, software and licenses, accessories, storage, maintenance costs warranty, training, charging docks and data transfer devices and systems, and mobile data costs. Removes a requirement to include criminal and other violations and civil proceedings in which the cameras were used in reports that must be provided by a law enforcement agency receiving a grant for in-car video cameras or for officer-worn body cameras. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012 and Freedom of Information Act making conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Julie Morrison (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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NJ bill #S2592 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Creates alternate voting members on county agriculture development boards.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the "Agriculture Retention and Development Act" to create alternate voting members on County Agriculture Development Boards (CADBs). The bill requires each CADB to have two alternate members - one representing the general public and one actively engaged in farming. These alternate members can vote in the absence or disqualification of a regular voting member, allowing the CADB to maintain a quorum and continue its work. The bill addresses the issue of conflicts of interest that often arise among CADB members in New Jersey's relatively small agricultural community, which can impact the CADB's ability to fulfill its mission.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends the "Agriculture Retention and Development Act" by creating alternate members on County Agriculture Development Boards (CADB) who are able to vote in the absence or disqualification of a voting member, enabling a CADB to increasingly reach quorum and help reduce or eliminate the conflict of interest between members, and allowing a CADB to move forward with its duties. This bill would require each CADB to have two alternate members, one of whom represents the general public and one of whom is actively engaged in farming. These alternate members would each serve for a term of four years and may vote in place of an appointed voting member of their respective appointment background, should a voting member be absent or disqualified. The alternate voting member may participate in discussions of the proceedings when not voting. The alternate member with a farming background would be appointed in the same manner as the four members actively engaged in farming, and the alternate member representing the general public would be appointed in the same manner as the three members representing the general public. The agricultural community in New Jersey is relatively small in comparison to the State's population and, as such, conflicts of interest often arise among CADB members, thereby impacting the ability of a CADB to obtain a quorum and inhibiting the ability of the CADB to continue the mission and work assigned to it by the "Agricultural Retention and Development Act."
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• Introduced: 02/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony Bucco (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/09/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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IL bill #HB4454 • Last Action 02/08/2024
SCH CD-MENTAL HEALTH-NOTIFY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the School Code to require school boards to require each school to notify students and their parents or guardians twice a year on how to access any mental health services offered in the school or in the community where the school is located.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Provides that a school board shall require each school to notify students and the students' parents or guardians twice each year on how to access any mental health services offered in school or in the community where the school is located.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Dee Avelar (D)*, Janet Yang Rohr (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/16/2024
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Janet Yang Rohr
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AZ bill #HB2863 • Last Action 02/08/2024
School facilities; replacement; renovation; funding
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to school capital finance. The key provisions are: 1. It expands the powers and duties of the Division of School Facilities, including assessing school facilities, maintaining a database of school buildings, and developing prototypical school designs. 2. It creates a new process for school districts to apply for funding from the New School Facilities Fund to renovate or replace school facilities that pose a health or safety threat and are beyond their useful life. This includes an assessment of the facility's condition and eligibility criteria. 3. It limits the scope of renovation or replacement projects funded through the New School Facilities Fund based on factors like enrollment and geographic conditions. 4. It allows school districts to use their own project managers for new school construction projects, with certain requirements. 5. It sets an effective date of December 31, 2024 for the bill. Overall, the bill aims to provide a framework for funding the renovation or replacement of aging school facilities in Arizona, while maintaining the existing processes for funding new school construction.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 15-342, 41-5702, 41-5711, 41-5731 and 41-5741, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to school capital finance.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 18 : Judy Schwiebert (D)*, Lorena Austin (D), Seth Blattman (D), Lupe Contreras (D), Patty Contreras (D), Quantá Crews (D), Oscar De Los Santos (D), Alma Hernández (D), Analise Ortiz (D), Jennifer Pawlik (D), Marcelino Quiñonez (D), Mariana Sandoval (D), Keith Seaman (D), Stephanie Stahl Hamilton (D), Laura Terech (D), Betty Villegas (D), Lela Alston (D), Christine Marsh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/05/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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GA bill #HB269 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act; authorize local workforce development boards to conduct meetings via teleconference
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Georgia state law to authorize local workforce development boards formed under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), as well as their associated committees and local officials, to conduct meetings via teleconference. The bill also requires that any such teleconference meetings be recorded and the recordings be subject to Georgia's public records laws. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for these local workforce boards to conduct their meetings remotely.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Code Section 50-14-1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to meetings open to the public, limitation on action to contest agency action, recording, notice of time and place, access to minutes, and telecommunications conferences, so as to authorize local workforce development boards, formed pursuant to the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, and their associated committees and local officials to conduct meetings via teleconference; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Shaw Blackmon (R)*, Demetrius Douglas (D)*, Houston Gaines (R)*, Mary Margaret Oliver (D)*, Shea Roberts (D)*, Matthew Gambill (R)*, Larry Walker (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/21/2023
• Last Action: Senate Committee Favorably Reported
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OK bill #HB3633 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Pardon and Parole Board; providing for alternate membership on the Pardon and Parole Board; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to provide for the selection of two alternate members to the Pardon and Parole Board. The alternate members can serve in the absence of regular Board members or to cast a vote in case of a tie or abstention. The alternate members have the same powers and responsibilities as regular Board members and are entitled to reimbursement for expenses. The bill also sets out the process for selecting the alternate members, with one being chosen by the Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives and the other by the President Pro Tempore of the Oklahoma State Senate. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Pardon and Parole Board; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 332.2, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 198, O.S.L. 2022 (57 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 332.2), which relates to meetings and procedures of the Pardon and Parole Board; providing for alternate membership on the Pardon and Parole Board; stating purpose of alternate members; providing for the selection of alternate members; granting equivalent powers and responsibilities; providing for the reimbursement of expenses; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kevin McDugle (R)*, David Bullard (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/11/2024
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Criminal Justice and Corrections Committee
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NM bill #HB128 • Last Action 02/08/2024
Cannabis Regulation Changes
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes the following key changes to the Cannabis Regulation Act in New Mexico: It expands the definition of a "cannabis establishment" to include cannabis consumption areas, increases the plant count for cannabis producer microbusinesses from two hundred to five hundred mature plants, adds procedures for criminal history background checks for cannabis licensees, removes the prohibition on a person owning both a cannabis license and a liquor license, prohibits the co-location of cannabis activities and alcoholic beverage sales or service, provides for investigatory confidentiality, allows for the seizure and destruction of illegal, adulterated or misbranded cannabis products, allows for the conversion of nonprofit medical cannabis corporations to for-profit entities, changes packaging requirements, replaces licensure with registration of cannabis training and education programs, includes the Cannabis Regulation Act in various state laws like the Racketeering Act and Delinquency Act, and creates new crimes and penalties related to trafficking illegal cannabis products.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CANNABIS; CHANGING CANNABIS REGULATION ACT DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES; INCREASING THE PLANT COUNT FOR CANNABIS PRODUCER MICROBUSINESSES; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS; REMOVING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST A PERSON OWNING BOTH A CANNABIS LICENSE AND A LICENSE UNDER THE LIQUOR CONTROL ACT; PROHIBITING CO-LOCATION OF CANNABIS ACTIVITIES AND ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES OR SERVICE ACTIVITIES TO THE PUBLIC OR MEMBERS OF PRIVATE CLUBS; PROVIDING FOR INVESTIGATORY CONFIDENTIALITY; PROVIDING FOR SEIZURE AND DESTRUCTION OF ILLEGAL, ADULTERATED OR MISBRANDED CANNABIS PRODUCTS; ALLOWING FOR LICENSEE CONVERSION FROM NONPROFIT TO FOR-PROFIT CORPORATE STATUS; CHANGING PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS; REPLACING LICENSURE WITH REGISTRATION OF CANNABIS TRAINING AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS; INCLUDING THE CANNABIS REGULATION ACT IN THE RACKETEERING ACT, THE DELINQUENCY ACT AND THE UNIFORM LICENSING ACT; INCLUDING CANNABIS IN A LIST OF CONTRABAND IN JAILS AND PRISONS; CREATING CRIMES; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES; REPEALING A DELAYED REPEAL; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Katy Duhigg (D)*, Andrea Romero (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/12/2024
• Last Action: Action Postponed Indefinitely
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IL bill #HB4953 • Last Action 02/07/2024
CALUMET COMMUNITY MED DIST
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Calumet City Community Medical District Act, which establishes the Calumet City Community Medical District with boundaries coterminous with Calumet City. The bill creates the Calumet City Community Medical District Commission, a 12-member governing body, and grants the Commission various powers to attract and retain medical facilities, conduct construction and improvements, acquire and dispose of property, and manage the district. The bill also makes conforming changes to the Eminent Domain Act, Court of Claims Act, and State Finance Act. The bill takes effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Calumet City Community Medical District Act. Creates the Calumet City Community Medical District with boundaries coterminous with the boundaries of Calumet City. Creates the Commission of the District with 9 appointed commissioners and 3 ex officio commissioners. Contains provisions related to the operation of the District, rights and powers of the District and Commission, acquisition, management, and disposition of property, and other provisions. Amends the Eminent Domain Act and State Finance Act making conforming changes. Amends the Court of Claims Act replacing a reference to a dissolved medical district commission with the Calumet City Community Medical District Commission and the other existing medical district commissions. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Thaddeus Jones (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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MD bill #SB386 • Last Action 02/07/2024
County Boards of Education - Student Members - Voting Rights and Participation in Executive Sessions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides that student members on certain county boards of education may vote on certain matters and may attend certain executive or special sessions under certain circumstances. It allows student members to vote on any matter before the county board except those relating to the dismissal or other disciplinary action involving personnel, hearings held under the law, or appeals to the county board. The bill also allows the county board, by a majority vote of the non-student members, to expand the matters on which the student member may vote. Additionally, the student member may attend or participate in an executive or special session of the county board on a matter for which the student member may vote.
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Bill Summary: Providing that student members on certain county boards of education may vote on certain matters and may attend certain executive or special sessions under certain circumstances; and providing that student members of county boards of education have certain voting rights and may attend certain executive or special sessions.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Karen Young (D)*, Nick Charles (D), Sarah Elfreth (D), Anthony Muse (D), Alonzo Washington (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (14:00:00 2/7/2024 )
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IL bill #HB4898 • Last Action 02/07/2024
REMOTE MEETINGS-SEVERE WEATHER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies to conduct open or closed meetings by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum, if the National Weather Service has determined that all or part of the jurisdiction of the public body is located within an area subject to a severe weather alert on the day of the meeting. The bill also requires the head of the public body to determine that an in-person meeting is not practical or prudent due to the severe weather alert. The bill sets out various procedural requirements for such remote meetings, including providing notice, ensuring public access, and recording the proceedings.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that an open or closed meeting subject to the Act may be conducted by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members, if the National Weather Service has determined that all or part of the jurisdiction of the public body is located within an area that is subject to a severe weather alert on the day of the meeting. Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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VA bill #HB328 • Last Action 02/07/2024
Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; enters the Commonwealth into Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enters the Commonwealth of Virginia into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, which aims to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states. The Compact establishes a framework for streamlining the process of obtaining teacher licensure in other member states, supporting the relocation of eligible military spouses, and enhancing the exchange of licensure, investigative, and disciplinary information between states. The bill outlines the purpose, definitions, and key provisions of the Compact, including the establishment of the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission to oversee its implementation. The Compact is currently in effect, having reached the enactment threshold of 10 member states.
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Bill Summary: Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact. Enters the Commonwealth into the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, the purpose of which is to facilitate the mobility of teachers across the member states, with the goal of supporting teachers through a new pathway to licensure. The Compact is presently in effect, as it has reached the enactment threshold of 10 state members.
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• Introduced: 01/05/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jackie Glass (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/05/2024
• Last Action: Continued to 2025 in Education by voice vote
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TN bill #HB2948 • Last Action 02/07/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2, Chapter 13, relative to selection of candidates for United States senator.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a process for the majority and minority party caucuses of the Tennessee General Assembly to nominate candidates for United States senator. The bill amends the Tennessee Code Annotated by deleting an existing provision and adding a new section that outlines the nomination process. The new section specifies that the majority and minority party caucuses must nominate their respective candidates in an open meeting, and it establishes a mechanism for citizens to be considered as candidates. The bill also prohibits a person who does not win the nomination from their party from qualifying as an independent or write-in candidate in the general election. The act takes effect on November 6, 2024.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, creates a process for the majority and minority party caucuses of the general assembly to nominate candidates for United States senator. - Amends TCA Title 2, Chapter 13.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ryan Williams (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Assigned to s/c Elections & Campaign Finance Subcommittee
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HI bill #HB1975 • Last Action 02/07/2024
Relating To The Sunshine Law.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes accessibility standards for the distribution of public documents and media presentations by boards, as defined in the Hawaii Revised Statutes. It requires boards to make information available in disability-accessible formats and to provide reasonable accommodations. The bill also assigns duties to the Disability and Communication Access Board, such as assisting with training and providing technical assistance to public agencies. The bill makes an appropriation from the general fund to support these efforts.
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Bill Summary: Establishes accessibility standards for the distribution of public documents and media presentations by boards as defined in section 92-2, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bert Kobayashi (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/19/2024
• Last Action: The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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SC bill #H3784 • Last Action 02/07/2024
Counselors Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Professional Counseling Compact Act" in South Carolina, which allows for the mutual recognition of professional counselor licenses among member states. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing the purpose and objectives of the compact, such as increasing public access to counseling services, enhancing states' ability to protect public health and safety, and allowing for the use of telehealth technology. - Defining important terms like "active duty military," "adverse action," "home state," and "remote state." - Outlining the requirements for states to join the compact, including licensing and education standards for counselors. - Detailing the process for counselors to exercise the "privilege to practice" in remote states and the regulatory authority of remote states. - Creating the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact, including its powers, duties, and rulemaking procedures. - Establishing a coordinated database and reporting system for licensure and disciplinary information. - Providing for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms for the compact. The bill aims to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors and improve public access to counseling services.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Enacting The "professional Counseling Compact Act" By Adding Article 6 To Chapter 75, Title 40 So As To Provide The Purpose, Functions, Operations, And Definitions For The Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 125th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Rosalyn Henderson-Myers (D)*, Wendell Jones (D), Bill Clyburn (D), Lonnie Hosey (D), John King (D), Robert Williams (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Clyburn, Hosey, King, Williams
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AZ bill #HB2084 • Last Action 02/07/2024
Homeowners' associations; annual meeting
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of Arizona law relating to condominiums and planned communities. The key provisions are: 1. It requires that all meetings of condominium and planned community associations be open to members, with limited exceptions for matters such as legal advice, pending litigation, and personal information. It also sets requirements for meeting notices and voting procedures, including prohibiting cumulative voting and nominations from the floor in directors' elections. 2. It revises the requirements for voting by absentee ballot or written ballot, including specifying the content and timing of ballots. It also sets a quorum requirement of one-tenth of the total votes for the annual meeting, unless the community documents specify a lower amount. 3. It applies these changes to both condominium associations and planned community associations, though it maintains an exception for timeshare plans. Overall, the bill aims to increase transparency and member participation in the governance of these types of residential communities.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 33-1248, 33-1250, 33-1804 and 33-1812, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to condominiums and planned communities.
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• Introduced: 12/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Laurin Hendrix (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 12/21/2023
• Last Action: House Regulatory Affairs (14:00:00 2/7/2024 HHR 5)
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SC bill #S0778 • Last Action 02/07/2024
Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Social Work Member State Compact, which establishes a multi-state compact for the licensure of social workers. The key provisions of the bill include: - Defining key terms related to social work licensure and the compact, such as "active military member," "adverse action," "multistate license," and "social worker." - Outlining the requirements for states to participate in the compact, including licensing and regulating social work practice, requiring certain education and training standards, and participating in the commission's data system. - Establishing the eligibility criteria and application process for social workers to obtain a multistate license, which allows them to practice in all member states. - Granting remote states the authority to take disciplinary action against a social worker's multistate authorization to practice, while the home state maintains authority over the multistate license. - Creating the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency composed of delegates from member states, with various powers and duties to administer and enforce the compact. - Providing for the development and maintenance of a coordinated data system to track licensure, adverse actions, and investigative information on social workers. - Establishing the rules and procedures for the commission to promulgate binding rules for the implementation and administration of the compact. Overall, this bill aims to facilitate the multistate practice of social work by establishing a collaborative licensing compact among participating states.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Title 40, Chapter 63, Article 5 So As To Create The Social Work Member State Compact, Outline The Rules Of The Compact, And Define Necessary Terms.
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• Introduced: 05/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 125th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Katrina Shealy (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Scrivener's error corrected
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IL bill #SB3376 • Last Action 02/07/2024
DISABILITY ACCESS COMMISSION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Commission on Disability Access within the Department of Human Services. The Commission, composed of public members and ex officio non-voting members, is tasked with developing educational materials and information to facilitate compliance with construction-related accessibility standards. The Commission will create toolkits and educational modules to assist Illinois businesses in understanding their accessibility obligations, with a focus on common violations related to parking lots and exterior paths of travel. The Commission will also compile and publish data on demand letters and complaints regarding compliance with accessibility standards. The Commission is an advisory body, and its findings and recommendations require further legislation to be implemented. The bill will not be implemented unless the General Assembly appropriates funds for that purpose.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Commission on Disability Access within the Department of Human Services. Describes the composition of the Commission. Directs the Commission to work with other State agencies, including the Office of the Architect of the Capitol and the Department of Human Services, to develop educational materials and information to facilitate compliance with construction-related accessibility standards. Provides that the Commission shall develop and make available on its website educational modules to assist Illinois businesses in understanding their construction-related accessibility obligations. Describes other duties of the Commission. Requires the Commission to report to the General Assembly. Directs the Commission to compile and make publicly available data relating to demand letters and complaints concerning compliance with construction-related accessibility standards. Specifies that the Commission is an advisory body. Requires the Commission to hire staff or contract for services as needed to complete the tasks authorized under the Act. Provides that the Act shall not be implemented and shall not remain operative unless funds are appropriated for that purpose by the General Assembly. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan McConchie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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OK bill #SB1542 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Oklahoma State Athletic Commission; clarifying authority over entertainment wrestling. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission Act to define "entertainment wrestling" and clarify the Commission's authority over it. The bill removes the requirement for one Commission member to have experience in professional wrestling and reduces the total number of Commission members from nine to eight. The bill also updates statutory language and references throughout the Act. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Sections 602, 604.1, and 604.2, which relate to the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission; defining term; modifying definitions; modifying membership of the Commission; clarifying authority over certain performance; updating statutory language; updating statutory reference; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Warren Hamilton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Business and Commerce
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IL bill #HB4697 • Last Action 02/06/2024
RESTORES PRE-P.A. 101-652
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to restore the state statutes to the form they existed in before they were amended by recent public acts, with some exceptions. The key provisions include: - Repealing the Statewide Use of Force Standardization Act, the No Representation Without Population Act, and the Reporting of Deaths in Custody Act. - Amending the Freedom of Information Act, the State Records Act, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act, the Illinois Police Training Act, and the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act to revert certain changes made by recent public acts. - Amending the Illinois Vehicle Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, the Criminal Code of 2012, and other related statutes to restore provisions related to bail, pretrial release, and criminal procedures to their pre-amendment forms. - Adding new sections to the Code of Criminal Procedure to establish procedures for bail, including determining the amount of bail, depositing bail security, and revoking bail for violations of conditions. - Repealing certain sections of the Code of Criminal Procedure that were added by recent public acts. - Making other technical changes. The bill is intended to restore the laws to their prior state, with the exceptions noted, and is effective immediately.
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Bill Summary: Amends, repeals, and reenacts various Acts. Restores the statutes to the form in which they existed before their amendment by Public Acts 101-652, 102-28, and 102-1104, with certain exceptions. Makes other technical changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tim Ozinga (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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AL bill #SB3 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Local land bank authorities, tax sale property acquisitions, tax exemption for acquired properties, tax revenue allocation, conveyance to state and local governments, multijurisdictional land bank authorities, Governor authorized to create upon state of emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key changes: 1. It amends existing laws to create local land bank authorities that can acquire tax-delinquent properties, clear title, and convey them to state/local governments or for redevelopment. The bill outlines the powers and structure of these local land bank authorities. 2. It authorizes the Governor to create a local land bank authority in areas subject to a state of emergency declaration due to a natural disaster, with the ability to later convert it into a permanent local land bank authority. 3. It amends various sections of the tax sale laws to allow local governments and local land bank authorities to acquire properties at tax sales for the minimum bid, with a shorter one-year redemption period in certain cases. 4. It provides a tax exemption for properties held by local land bank authorities and allows for the allocation of up to 75% of the property taxes to the land bank authority for five years after conveyance. The overall purpose is to facilitate the acquisition and redevelopment of tax-delinquent and distressed properties through the creation of local land bank authorities, with the goal of returning these properties to productive use.
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Bill Summary: Local land bank authorities, tax sale property acquisitions, tax exemption for acquired properties, tax revenue allocation, conveyance to state and local governments, multijurisdictional land bank authorities, Governor authorized to create upon state of emergency.
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• Introduced: 10/25/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Linda Coleman-Madison (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 09/18/2023
• Last Action: Pending Senate County and Municipal Government
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OK bill #HB3118 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Public finance; Local Development Act; blight; approval process; conflict of interest; review committees; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Local Development Act in Oklahoma to modify the approval process for creating districts, plans, or projects under the Act. Key provisions include: - Removing references to "blight" and replacing them with "underdeveloped" areas as eligible for development under the Act. - Requiring voter approval by a majority vote of the applicable jurisdiction (city/town or county) for the creation of any district, plan, or project. - Allowing local taxing jurisdictions to opt-out of being included in an increment district if they do not separately approve its formation. - Imposing new requirements on review committees, such as prohibiting members from receiving things of value from benefiting entities, mandating training, requiring annual meetings, and obtaining professional opinions and economic impact studies. The bill aims to increase transparency and public oversight in the Local Development Act approval process.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public finance; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Sections 851, 853, and 855, which relate to the Local Development Act; modifying definitions; modifying references to blight; modifying procedures for approval of certain district, plan or project; requiring submission of question to voters of applicable jurisdiction; requiring approval of district, plan or project by majority vote; modifying provisions related to supermajority approval by governing board; requiring separate approval by local taxing jurisdictions; modifying provisions related to confidential information; prohibiting members of review committees from receiving things of value; requiring members of review committees to complete certain instruction; requiring annual meetings of review committees; requiring for certain presentations to review committees; requiring review committees to obtain certain professional opinions; imposing limitation based upon certain advice provided to governing body or other entities; requiring review committee to obtain certain information; requiring economic impact statement; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Gann (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/16/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #SB1671 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Students; requiring an athletic association's written policy to allow certain students to participate in activities and contests upon enrollment. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act to require the athletic association's written policy to include a provision allowing students who enroll in a school district where they are not a resident to participate in interscholastic activities or contests upon enrollment. It also repeals a section that prohibited students from participating in certain competitions for a period of time following a transfer. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2024 and declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to students; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 27-103, which relates to the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act; requiring certain association’s written policy to include certain provision regarding participation of certain students; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Section 8- 103.2, which relates to a prohibition on participating in certain competitions for certain time period following transfer; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Dahm (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/16/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #HB4077 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Courts, Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation; Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation and the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation within the Council on Judicial Complaints. The purpose of the Office and Board is to provide justices and judges with information about their performance and to conduct statewide judicial performance evaluations using uniform criteria and procedures. The bill outlines the membership and terms of the Board, the duties and powers of the Office and Board, the criteria for judicial performance evaluations, the process for conducting initial, interim, and election-year evaluations, and the development and implementation of judicial improvement plans. The bill also includes provisions related to confidentiality, conflicts of interest, and the Board's rulemaking authority. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to courts; defining terms; creating the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation; providing purpose of Office; creating Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation; stating purpose of Board; providing for terms of office for members of the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation; imposing certain conditions with respect to membership; providing for payment to members of the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation; providing for travel reimbursement; requiring approval for expenses of the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation; providing certain meetings of the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation are confidential and exempt from Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; providing for confidentiality of certain information and exempt from Oklahoma Open Records Act; creating Administrator position; prescribing duties of Administrator; prescribing duties and powers of Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation; prescribing criteria for judicial performance evaluations; requiring initial evaluations; requiring interim evaluations; allowing response from justice or judge; requiring performance evaluations be shared with certain persons; requiring election-year evaluations; prescribing content of narratives; allowing response from justice or judge; requiring performance evaluations be shared with certain persons; authorizing improvement plans; prescribing process; prescribing procedures based upon failure to complete plan; providing for disclosure of certain conflicts of interest; providing recusal process for certain persons; requiring information be kept confidential; prescribing Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation duties and powers; authorizing promulgation of rules; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Wallace (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Appropriations and Budget
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IL bill #SB3186 • Last Action 02/06/2024
FOID-REVOCATION-SUSPENSION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act to require that a Firearm Owner's Identification Card may only be revoked after a hearing is held in the circuit court of the county where the person resides. The State's Attorney must file a petition for revocation if they have probable cause to believe the person is no longer eligible for the card. The hearing is a civil proceeding where the person can present evidence in favor of retaining the card, and the Illinois State Police and State's Attorney can present evidence for revocation. The bill also establishes procedures for the Illinois State Police to suspend a Firearm Owner's Identification Card.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that notwithstanding any other provision of the Act to the contrary, on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, the Illinois State Police may not revoke a Firearm Owner's Identification Card. Provides that on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, a Firearm Owner's Identification Card may only be revoked after a Firearm Owner's Identification Card hearing has been held in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that if the State's Attorney of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked has probable cause to believe that the person who has been issued a Firearm Owner's Identification Card is no longer eligible for the Card under the Act, the State's Attorney shall file a petition in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that at the hearing, the person may present evidence in his or her favor seeking retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card and the Illinois State Police and State's Attorney may present evidence for revocation. Provides that the hearing shall be a civil proceeding and subject to due process, the Code of Civil Procedure, and the Illinois Rules of Evidence as adopted by the Supreme Court. Provides that the hearing shall be held within 45 days after the filing of the petition. Provides that if the circuit court determines, by clear and convincing evidence, that the person is ineligible for retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card under the Act, the court shall order the Illinois State Police to immediately revoke the Card and the circuit clerk shall seize the Card and transmit the Card to the Illinois State Police. Establishes procedures for the Illinois State Police to suspend a Firearm Owner's Identification Card Act.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Terri Bryant (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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OK bill #HB3342 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; Oklahoma Open Meeting Reform Act of 2024; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the "Oklahoma Open Meeting Reform Act of 2024" and sets an effective date of November 1, 2024. It does not amend or codify the existing Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, but rather establishes a new law not to be included in the Oklahoma Statutes.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; creating the Oklahoma Open Meeting Reform Act of 2024; providing for noncodification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Pfeiffer (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #HB3251 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Firearms; authorizing the concealed carry of handguns into buildings and on fairgrounds during the Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fairs; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the law to authorize the concealed carry of handguns into buildings and on fairgrounds during the Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fairs. It also allows event holders to permit the open carry of lawful firearms during these state fairs and authorizes public trusts and nonprofit entities to allow the open carry of lawful firearms on their property. Additionally, the bill prohibits the carry of concealed or unconcealed firearms at certain events, while deleting other prohibitions. The bill will take effect on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to firearms; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1277, which relates to the unlawful carry of firearms in certain places; modifying scope of certain prohibited act; providing an exception; prohibiting the carry of firearms into certain places; deleting construing provisions; authorizing the concealed carry of handguns into buildings and on fairgrounds during the Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fairs; authorizing event holders to allow for the open carry of lawful firearms during the Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fairs; authorizing public trusts and nonprofit entities to allow for the open carry of lawful firearms on public trust property; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1290.22, which relates to the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act; prohibiting the carry of concealed or unconcealed firearms at certain events; deleting certain prohibition; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Olsen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Public Safety
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OK bill #HB3615 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Community sentencing; replacing references of the Community Sentencing Division of the Department of Corrections with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill replaces references to the Community Sentencing Division of the Department of Corrections with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. It modifies the membership of single county and multicounty planning councils, provides exceptions for certain residency requirements, and changes the process for appointing local directors. The bill also modifies the budget notification requirement, clarifies procedures related to administrative fees, and changes the manner in which funds are deposited and credited to the local system. Additionally, the bill clarifies the duration of community sentences, authorizes community sentencing judges to enter orders concerning driving privileges, and directs offenders to provide proof of insurance. The bill has an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to community sentencing; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Sections 988.2, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 79, O.S.L. 2023, 988.4, 988.5, 988.6, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 79, O.S.L. 2023, 988.7, as amended by Section 4, Chapter 79, O.S.L. 2023, 988.8, 988.9, 988.10, 988.11, 988.13, 988.14, 988.15, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 14, O.S.L. 2023, 988.16, 988.17, 988.18, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 79, O.S.L. 2023, 988.19, 988.22 and 988.24 (22 O.S. Supp. 2023, Sections 988.2, 988.6, 988.7, 988.15 and 988.18), which relate to the Oklahoma Community Sentencing Act; replacing references of the Community Sentencing Division within the Department of Corrections with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; modifying membership of single county and multicounty planning councils; providing exception for certain residency requirement; providing for the appointment of local directors; changing date of budget notification requirement; clarifying procedures related to the deposit and use of administrative fees; deleting assessment of administrative fee under certain circumstances; deleting and adding duties for local directors; modifying employment positions and staff requirements of the Community Sentencing Division; changing manner by which funds are deposited and credited to the local system; clarifying duration of community sentences; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Sections 471.2, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 277, O.S.L. 2022 and 471.6, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 310, O.S.L. 2023 (22 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 471.2), which relate to the Oklahoma Drug Court Act; deleting certain statement provided on the drug court eligibility form; authorizing community sentencing judges to enter written orders concerning Class D driving privileges; directing offenders to provide proof of insurance to community sentencing judge; authorizing community sentencing judges to maintain jurisdiction over driving privileges under certain circumstances; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Hill (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #SB1366 • Last Action 02/06/2024
School district boards of education; modifying terms of office for chair and board members; establishing limit on terms of office. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the terms of office for school district board of education members and chairs in Oklahoma. It reduces the term length for board members from four years to two years and establishes a six-term limit on the number of terms a board member or chair can serve. The bill also removes the requirement for boards with over 30,000 students to have an elected chair, and reduces the term for elected chairs from four years to two years, subject to the same six-term limit. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024 and declares an emergency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to school district boards of education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-107A, which relates to election of board of education members; updating statutory references; modifying terms of office for board members elected after certain date; establishing limit on terms of office a board of education member elected after certain date may serve; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-107B, which relates to election of a board of education chair; removing restriction on boards of education to elect chair; reducing term of office for board chairs elected after certain date; updating statutory language; establishing limit on terms of office a board of education chair elected after certain date may serve; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 12/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kristen Thompson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/15/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #SB1652 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; clarifying rights for public comment at meetings of public body. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to clarify the rights of the public to provide public comment at meetings of public bodies. It prohibits public bodies from taking action on any matter that was raised during the public comment period until it has been specifically included on a meeting agenda. The bill also allows public bodies to establish reasonable rules or policies regarding the amount of time a person may address the public body and designate a specific portion of the meeting for public comment, but prohibits them from prohibiting criticism of the public body's acts, omissions, policies, procedures, programs, or services. The bill provides exceptions to these requirements for meetings addressing emergency situations affecting public health, welfare, or safety, and for meetings not subject to the Open Meeting Act. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public participation at public meetings; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 311, which relates to notice of meetings of public bodies; prohibiting public body from taking action on certain matters; clarifying right of members of the public to provide public comment at meetings of a public body; allowing certain rules or policies regarding public comment; construing provisions; providing exceptions to certain requirements; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dana Prieto (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/16/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Judiciary
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AL bill #HB88 • Last Action 02/06/2024
True School Choice for Alabama Act, established to provide education savings accounts (ESAs) for parents of children to use in providing education services for those children.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the True School Choice for Alabama Act, which provides education savings accounts (ESAs) for parents of eligible students in Alabama to use towards educational expenses at public or nonpublic schools, including private, religious, and home-based schools. The ESAs will be funded by the state legislature and administered by the Department of Revenue. The bill creates a Parent Advisory Board to provide oversight and recommendations on the program's implementation. The bill aims to prevent discrimination against parents who choose nonpublic education and to protect religious schools from additional regulation. The bill also provides a tax credit for parents who choose to educate their children outside of public schools and do not participate in the ESA program.
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Bill Summary: True School Choice for Alabama Act, established to provide education savings accounts (ESAs) for parents of children to use in providing education services for those children.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Regular Session 2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Ernie Yarbrough (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/05/2024
• Last Action: Pending House Education Policy
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OK bill #SB1820 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Blockchain technology and digital currencies; creating task force to study and make recommendations for implementation of technology. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a task force to study and make recommendations to the Oklahoma Legislature regarding blockchain and digital currencies in the state. The task force will be comprised of nine members, including representatives from the Oklahoma Blockchain Council, the Oklahoma Bitcoin Association, private economic development organizations, blockchain and digital currency companies, state chambers of commerce, financial institutions, the Oklahoma Tax Commission, the State Treasurer, and the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. The task force is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations by November 30, 2025, to the Governor, the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. The bill also specifies that the task force's meetings will be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, and that members will not receive compensation or travel reimbursement.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to blockchain technology and digital currencies; creating a task force to study and make recommendations for policy on blockchain and digital currency technologies in this state; providing expiration date; providing for membership; providing for designation of co-chairs; requiring appointments by certain date; requiring organization meeting by certain date; specifying quorum; providing for frequency of meetings; subjecting meetings to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; prohibiting compensation or travel reimbursement for members; requiring submission of certain report by certain date; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Dahm (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Business and Commerce
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OK bill #HB3139 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Administrative law; Administrative Hearings Reform Act; individual proceedings; administrative law judges; hearing examiners; district courts; evidentiary procedures; final orders; rehearing, reopening, and reconsideration; repeal; effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Administrative Hearings Reform Act, makes several changes to administrative law in Oklahoma. The key provisions are: 1. Prohibiting state agencies from conducting individual proceedings, quasi-judicial hearings, or other judicial/quasi-judicial processes to resolve disputes. Instead, all such disputes must be filed and adjudicated in the applicable district court. 2. Giving exclusive jurisdiction over administrative disputes to Oklahoma district courts. 3. Requiring district courts to issue final orders in administrative proceedings and making those orders binding on the parties, unless a rehearing, reopening, or reconsideration is requested. 4. Allowing parties in administrative disputes to present their case before a judge and seek available legal remedies. 5. Repealing several existing sections of the Administrative Procedures Act related to individual proceedings, hearings, and appeals. 6. Providing an effective date of November 1, 2024. Overall, this bill shifts the adjudication of administrative disputes from state agencies to the judicial branch, aiming to reform the administrative hearings process in Oklahoma.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to administrative law; creating the Administrative Hearings Reform Act; amending 75 O.S. 2021, Sections 308a, 309, 310, 312, 315, 316, 317, and 323, which relate to individual proceedings; creating jurisdiction of district judges regarding individual proceedings; prohibiting agencies from conducting individual proceedings; preventing the hiring of hearing officers and administrative law judges; disallowing individual proceedings at executive sessions; eliminating recording requirement; clarifying evidentiary procedures; clarifying final order provisions; changing production and subpoena language to provide for district courts; changing disqualification language from agencies to district judges; construing rehearing, reopening, and reconsideration provisions to apply to district judges; providing for stay of order during rehearing, reopening, or reconsideration under certain circumstances; clarifying review and appeal language; repealing 75 O.S. 2021, Sections 311, 311.1, 311.2, as amended by Section 26, Chapter 243, O.S.L. 2022, 313, 318, 319, 320, 321, and 322 (75 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 311.2) which relate to individual proceedings; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Justin Humphrey (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #SB1986 • Last Action 02/06/2024
School district boards of education; removing requirement to complete certain hours of instruction. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma laws related to the education requirements for school district board of education members. It removes the requirement for new members to complete 12 hours of instruction within 15 months of being elected or appointed, and instead allows them to complete 3 hours of instruction within 6 months, covering topics like school finance, open meeting laws, and ethics. The bill also removes the ability for certain organizations to provide the training, and directs school districts to maintain records of board members' training completion rather than the State Board of Education. Additionally, the bill repeals a section related to continuing education requirements for board members and sets an effective date of July 1, 2024, while also declaring an emergency to allow the bill to take effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to school district boards of education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110, which relates to instruction for board of education members; removing outdated language; removing language requiring certain member to agree in writing to education requirements; allowing rather than requiring certain instruction; changing time period in which member may complete certain training; reducing number of hours of instruction; removing requirement for training in certain topics; removing ability for certain type of organization to offer certain training; removing education requirements for certain incumbent board members; directing board members to represent certain interests; removing language regarding penalties for failing to complete certain instruction; allowing a board member’s district to be charged for certain attendance upon completion; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110.2, which relates to attendance records of school board members; directing school districts to maintain records rather than the State Board of Education; requiring records to be posted on certain website; removing language regarding certain notification; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110.1, which relates to continuing education requirements for board members; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shane Jett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #HB2983 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Schools; requiring school district boards of education to adopt policy allowing certain students to participate in certain activities; effective date; emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires school district boards of education to adopt a policy allowing students who are educated through other means, such as homeschooling, to participate in extracurricular activities offered by the student's resident school district. The policy must be published and include eligibility criteria, such as registering an intention to participate, paying fees, adhering to behavior and academic standards, and complying with school athletic association rules. The bill also amends the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act to require school athletic associations to allow participation of these students in interscholastic activities or contests.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to schools; defining terms; requiring school district boards of education to adopt policy allowing certain students to participate in certain activities; requiring publication of policy; providing eligibility criteria for participation; requiring compliance with academic standards; providing for agreed-upon method for evaluation of compliance; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 27-103, which relates to the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act; requiring policy to allow participation of certain students in certain activities; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Kane (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Common Education
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IL bill #SB3176 • Last Action 02/06/2024
MUNI-REDUCE INTERSTATE NOISE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Municipal Code to require municipalities within an area where a noise analysis for a Type II federal or federal-aid highway project has occurred to implement a residential sound insulation program to mitigate interstate highway noise. The program includes installing windows and doors, monitoring indoor air quality, and replacing windows and doors that cause offensive odors. The bill creates an advisory committee to provide recommendations on eligible homes, replacement order, and a process for demonstrating extreme hardship. The municipality retains final decision-making authority and must comply with federal, state, and local laws. The bill also amends the State Finance Act to create the Sound-Reducing Windows and Doors Replacement Fund, which can receive appropriations and grants for the residential sound insulation program.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a municipality contained within any part of an area where a noise analysis for a Type II federal or federal-aid highway project has occurred shall implement a residential sound insulation program to mitigate interstate highway noise. Includes requirements of the program, including replacement of all windows and doors installed under the program in homes where one or more windows or doors have been found to have caused offensive odors. Provides for the creation of an advisory board to determine which homes contain windows or doors that cause offensive odors and thus are eligible for replacement, to develop recommendations as to the order in which homes are to receive window replacement, to develop a process in which homeowners can demonstrate extreme hardship, and to compile a report. Provides that a municipality shall consider the recommendations of the advisory committee but shall retain final decision-making authority over replacement of windows. Contains other provisions relating to reports by the municipality, funding for claims under the program, and indoor air quality monitoring, laboratory analysis, or replacement requirements. Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Hastings (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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SD bill #HB1015 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Adopt the social work licensure compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would adopt the social work licensure compact. The key provisions of the compact include: - Establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency composed of member states, which would have various powers to administer and enforce the compact. - Allowing social workers licensed in one member state to practice in other member states through a "multistate license," subject to certain requirements and standards. - Requiring member states to participate in a coordinated data system to share information about licensed social workers, including any disciplinary actions. - Providing a framework for member states to take disciplinary actions against social workers practicing in their state, and for the home state of a social worker to take actions against the multistate license. - Outlining the process for states to join, withdraw from, and amend the compact. Overall, the compact is designed to facilitate the interstate practice of licensed social workers by improving public access to services while preserving the regulatory authority of states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED An Act to adopt the social work licensure compact.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brian Mulder (R)*, Erin Tobin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 01/29/2024
• Last Action: Signed by the Governor on February 06, 2024 H.J. 256
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IL bill #SB3246 • Last Action 02/06/2024
HATE CRIMES-UNIFORM REPORTING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Uniform Crime Reporting Act to require each law enforcement agency to submit a report to the Illinois State Police within 2 weeks of receiving a complaint of a hate crime or other bias-related incident. The report must include details such as the identity of the suspect or offender, the date and location of the offense, the identity of the victim, the reported crime or act committed, the type of bias involved, and any organized group involved. The Illinois State Police must then identify patterns, analyze the information, connect it to other reported crimes or incidents, create a reporting form or process, review all reports, and disseminate the information to potentially affected law enforcement agencies. The bill also requires each law enforcement agency to identify a point of contact for hate crime reporting and provides an exception under the Freedom of Information Act for reports and information received under this new reporting requirement.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Uniform Crime Reporting Act. Provides that each law enforcement agency shall submit a report to the Illinois State Police after receiving a complaint of a hate crime or other bias-related complaint within 2 weeks of receiving the complaint. Includes requirements of the report. Provides that the Illinois State Police must identify patterns and analyze the information reported to it for the purpose of connecting the information to other reported crimes or incidents, create a reporting form or process to receive this information, review all reports, and disseminate to potentially affected law enforcement agencies and create a process for the sharing of all the reported incidents with law enforcement agencies across the State. Provides that each law enforcement agency shall identify a point of contact in regard to hate crime reporting within the agency and provide the Illinois State Police with that person's name and contact information. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall adopt rules identifying other bias-related complaints that must be reported. Makes a conforming change. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to except reports and information received under the hate crime and bias-related incident reporting under the Uniform Crime Reporting Act.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Fine (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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OK bill #SB1362 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Central purchasing; creating the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Department; transferring powers; providing purpose. Effective date.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Department and transfers the powers and responsibilities of the Central Purchasing Division of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the new department. It makes various changes to the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act, including modifying the appointment and authority of the State Purchasing Director, changing references from certain entities to the new department, and amending various sections related to state purchasing, recycling, risk management, and the State Use Advisory Council. The bill also repeals certain sections of the existing law and provides an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to central purchasing; creating the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Department; transferring Central Purchasing Division of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services into Oklahoma Central Purchasing Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 85.2, 85.3, 85.5, 85.5.1, 85.5a, 85.7, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 339, O.S.L. 2023, 85.12, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 339, O.S.L. 2023, 85.17a, 85.33, 85.33A, 85.41A, 85.44D.1, and 85.44E (74 O.S. Supp. 2023, Sections 85.7 and 85.12), which relate to the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; modifying appointing entity for State Purchasing Director; changing references from certain entities to Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.45j.11, which relates to the Oklahoma Minority Business Enterprise Assistance Act; changing references from certain entities to Department; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.45k, which relates to the State Travel Office; changing controlling agency of Office; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.45l, which relates to the Trip Optimizer system; changing references from certain entities to Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.45s, which relates to the Oklahoma Online Bidding Act; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 85.47a, 85.47b, 85.47c, 85.47d, 85.47f, 85.47g, and 85.47i, which relate to the Oklahoma Small Business Surety Bond Guaranty Program Act; changing references from certain entities to Department; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 85.51, 85.52, 85.53, 85.54, 85.55, 85.55a, which relate to the Oklahoma State Recycling and Recycled Materials Procurement Act; changing references from certain entities to Department; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.56, which relates to the State Recycling Revolving Fund; changing controlling entity of fund; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58A, which relates to risk management; changing references from certain entities to Department; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58D, which relates to the Risk Management Fire Protection Revolving Fund; changing controlling entity of fund; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58G, which relates to the Risk Management Elderly and Handicapped Transportation Revolving Fund; changing controlling entity of fund; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58H, as amended by Section 240, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 85.58H), which relates to indemnity coverage; changing references from certain entity to Department; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58J, which relates to insurance for foster family homes; changing references from certain entity to Department; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58K, which relates to the Risk Management Revolving Fund; changing controlling entity of fund; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58L, which relates to the Risk Management Political Subdivision Participation Revolving Fund; changing controlling entity of fund; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58M, which relates to fees and premiums; changing references from certain entities to Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58N, which relates to the Quick Settlement Account; changing controlling agency of account; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.58P, which relates to the Risk Management Public Transit Revolving Fund; changing controlling entity of fund; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 85.58Q, 85.58T, and 85.58V, which relate to blanket bonds; changing references from certain entities to Department; adding amount of surety required for employees of Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.60, which relates to copyrights and patents; changing references from certain entities to Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 3001, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022, Section 2, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022, 3003, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022, 3004, as amended by Section 4, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022, and 3004.1, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp 2023, Sections 3001, 3001.1, 3003, 3004, and 3004.1), which relate to the State Use Advisory Council; adjusting membership on Council; changing references from certain entities to Department; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 3004.2, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp 2023, Section 3004.2), which relates to the State Use Advisory Council Revolving Fund; changing controlling entity of fund; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 3005 and 3007, as amended by Sections 7 and 9, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp 2023, Sections 3005 and 3007), which relate to fair market prices; changing reference from certain entity to Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 3008, as amended by Section 10, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp 2023, Section 3008), which relates to competitive bid pricing; changing reference from certain entity to Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 3009, as amended by Section 11, Chapter 252, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp 2023, Section 3009), which relates to an annual strategic plan for the State Use Advisory Council; changing references from certain entity to Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4191, which relates to state child care facilities; changing references from certain officers to the State Purchasing Director; changing references from certain entities to Department; updating statutory language; making language gender neutral; updating statutory references; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 85.45e, 85.45f, 85.45g, and 85.45h, which relate to central purchasing; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Roger Thompson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/15/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to General Government Committee then to Appropriations Committee
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OK bill #HB4021 • Last Action 02/06/2024
State government; establishing provisions for State Capitol Preservation; emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes provisions for State Capitol Preservation in Oklahoma. The key provisions are: 1. The Department of Public Safety is required to create a security plan for the Oklahoma State Capitol and grounds, which must be updated every three years and implemented in coordination with the Office of Management and Enterprise Services. 2. The position of Capitol Liaison is created within the Legislative Service Bureau to serve as the primary liaison between the Legislature and the State Capitol Preservation Commission. The Capitol Liaison will submit all proposals for enhancements, modifications, preservation, or restoration of the Capitol and its grounds to the Commission for approval. 3. The State Capitol Repair Expenditure Oversight Committee is terminated, and the State Capitol Preservation Commission is granted oversight responsibility for the Capitol restoration project. 4. The duties and responsibilities of various state agencies, such as the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, and Oklahoma Arts Council, are defined in relation to the maintenance, preservation, and management of the Oklahoma State Capitol and its grounds. 5. The Oklahoma Arts Council is given responsibility for acquiring, maintaining, preserving, or restoring any state-owned art in the State Art Collection or Capitol Art Collection displayed in the Capitol and its grounds. 6. Maintenance, restoration, preservation, enhancement, and modification projects of the Oklahoma State Capitol and grounds may be exempted from the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974. The bill aims to provide comprehensive governance and management of the Oklahoma State Capitol, its grounds, and related assets to ensure their proper preservation and long-term planning.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; requiring the Department of Public Safety to create and submit security plan for certain locations on certain schedule; requiring coordination with certain agency; amending 73 O.S. 2021, Section 176, which relates to the permanent Capitol Liaison committee; creating the position of Capitol Liaison; transferring certain duties from the legislative liaison committee to the Capitol Liaison; requiring certain proposals to be submitted to the Capitol Liaison; providing that the Capitol Liaison is the primary liaison for Capitol tenants; amending 73 O.S. 2021, Section 345, which relates to the State Capitol Repair Expenditure Oversight Committee; terminating certain committee; deleting certain responsibilities; removing requirement for certain joint approval; deleting certain construction; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4101, which relates to definitions; modifying and defining terms; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4102, which relates to responsibilities of certain commission; extending sunset termination date; requiring approval of certain art in certain areas; stating purpose of certain commission; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4103, which relates to certain membership; modifying membership; providing procedures for selecting the chair; establishing meeting requirements; providing quorum requirements; providing that certain State Capitol Preservation Commission functions are additional functions of certain members; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4104, which relates to powers and responsibilities of the State Capitol Preservation Commission; modifying and adding certain powers and responsibilities; transferring certain oversight responsibilities; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4105, which relates to Capitol Architect and Curator duties; modifying certain duties of the Capitol Architect and Curator; providing duties of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, the Oklahoma Arts Council, the Department of Transportation, and the Capitol Liaison with respect to the Oklahoma State Capitol; directing the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to employ all necessary staff and consultants; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4108, which relates to application of act; expanding applicability of certain law; directing the Oklahoma Arts Council to be responsible for certain art; authorizing certain events; providing procedures for receiving funds; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4109, which relates to exemptions from the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974; adding certain project exemptions; deleting obsolete language; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 4106 and 4107, which relate to cooperation between State Capitol Preservation Commission and branches of state government and compliance with certain administrative requirements; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark McBride (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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AZ bill #SB1481 • Last Action 02/06/2024
Charter schools; meetings; reporting; audits
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the "Charter School Transparency and Accountability Act," amends Arizona law to: - Require charter schools, their governing bodies, and management organizations to comply with open meeting and public records requirements, with some exceptions for executive sessions. - Prohibit charter school sponsors from contracting with for-profit organizations to establish new charter schools starting in 2025. - Establish new procurement policies and requirements for charter schools, including restrictions on purchasing from interested parties, requirements for competitive bidding, and annual audits of procurement activities. - Require detailed annual reporting by charter school sponsors on the governance, operations, finances, and performance of each charter school they sponsor. - Mandate specific standards and procedures for charter school audits, including use of a state-approved list of auditors. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability for charter school operations and finances in Arizona.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 15-181 and 15-183, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 15, chapter 1, article 8, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-183.02; amending sections 15-184, 15-189.02 and 15-189.03, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 15, chapter 1, article 8, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-189.08; amending sections 15-213, 15-914.02, 41-1279.03 and 41-1279.04, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to charter schools.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 6 : Eva Diaz (D)*, Lela Alston (D), Brian Fernandez (D), Theresa Hatathlie (D), Catherine Miranda (D), Alma Hernández (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/29/2024
• Last Action: Senate read second time
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CA bill #AB1920 • Last Action 02/05/2024
California Travel and Tourism Commission.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would extend the period that a commissioner of the California Travel and Tourism Commission can serve after they cease to meet the eligibility criteria, from 90 days to 100 days. The California Travel and Tourism Commission is a separate, independent California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation established to promote tourism in the state. The bill makes no other changes to the commission's structure or operations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 13995.40 of the Government Code, relating to tourism.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Greg Wallis (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/25/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on A., E., S., & T.
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AZ bill #HB2700 • Last Action 02/05/2024
Board members; qualifications; training requirements
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arizona law to require school district governing board members to complete at least 8 hours of professional development training offered by the Superintendent of Public Instruction, a County School Superintendent, or a School District Superintendent. It also changes the qualifications for serving on a school district governing board, requiring at least 4 years of post-secondary education or relevant experience in areas like public school finance, budgets, health and safety, and governance. The bill includes a delayed repeal provision, allowing current board members to continue serving until the end of their terms.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending title 15, chapter 3, article 3, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-349; amending section 15-421, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to school district governing boards.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 6 : Lydia Hernandez (D)*, Alma Hernández (D), Consuelo Hernandez (D), Keith Seaman (D), Myron Tsosie (D), Catherine Miranda (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/29/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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WA bill #HB2185 • Last Action 02/05/2024
Concerning the oversight board for children, youth, and families.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes the oversight board for children, youth, and families to monitor and ensure the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) achieves the stated outcomes and complies with relevant laws and policies. The board will have various powers, including receiving reports from the Office of the Family and Children's Ombuds, reviewing DCYF contracts and performance data, and providing advice and input to DCYF and the governor. The board will be composed of legislators, subject matter experts, and representatives from various stakeholder groups. Authority over the board is transferred from the governor's office to the legislature. The bill also makes other changes related to DCYF's performance reporting and the early childhood court program.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the oversight board for children, youth, and 2 families; amending RCW 43.216.015, 2.30.100, 43.06A.030, 43.216.395, 3 and 74.13B.020; reenacting and amending RCW 44.04.260; adding a new 4 section to chapter 44.04 RCW; and creating a new section. 5
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• Introduced: 01/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Tom Dent (R)*, Tana Senn (D), Julia Reed (D), Jenny Graham (R), Steve Tharinger (D), Kristine Reeves (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: House Committee on Appropriations Executive Session (10:30:00 2/5/2024 House Committee on Appropriations)
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NJ bill #A3480 • Last Action 02/05/2024
Requires municipalities to accept complaints and provide certain municipal announcements by electronic means.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require municipalities to have electronic systems in place to receive complaints and to provide certain municipal announcements to residents. The complaint system would allow individuals to submit complaints electronically on the municipality's website, while the notification system would allow individuals to sign up to receive municipal announcements, such as meeting notices, budgets, and emergency information, via email, text, or social media. While many municipalities already have such systems, this bill would ensure that all municipalities provide these transparency measures. However, the bill would only require the implementation of these systems if funding is made available through state appropriations, grants, or other means, in order to comply with the state's unfunded mandate provisions.
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Bill Summary: This bill would require municipalities to have electronic systems in place to receive complaints and to provide certain municipal announcements. The complaint system required by the bill would allow an individual to fill out and transmit a complaint form on the Internet website of the municipality. The notification system would allow an individual to sign up to receive electronic announcements of certain municipal information through e-mail, text messages, social media, or other electronic means. While many municipalities already have such systems in place, many do not. This bill would require all municipalities to have these systems in order to ensure that all residents of the State receive the benefits of these transparency measures. In light of the unfunded mandate provisions of the State Constitution, under which a State law may be declared unconstitutional if it does not authorize resources other than the property tax to offset the additional direct expenditures required for its implementation, this bill would only require the implementation of these electronic systems if funding is made available for those purposes through State appropriations, grants, or otherwise.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Carol Murphy (D)*, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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AZ bill #HB2710 • Last Action 02/05/2024
Establishment of state-owned bank
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Bank of Arizona, a state-owned bank that will engage in banking activities and maintain a system of banking owned, controlled, and operated by the state. The key provisions of this bill include: 1. Creating the Bank of Arizona Commission to operate, manage, and control the bank, including setting policies and bylaws, and requiring annual examinations of the bank. 2. Establishing an Advisory Board of Directors with members representing various areas of expertise, such as community development, banking, small business, and public finance, to provide oversight and make recommendations to the Commission. 3. Outlining the powers and duties of the Bank of Arizona, which include assisting businesses and municipalities in recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, expanding affordable and sustainable financing, supporting state-chartered banks, and addressing economic inequities experienced by underserved communities, women, and rural areas. 4. Defining eligible recipients for the Bank's affordable financing, including public and quasi-public entities, nonprofits, cooperatives, and small businesses. 5. Requiring all state monies to be deposited in the Bank of Arizona, with any surplus income after operating costs to be deposited in the state's general fund. 6. Providing a guarantee for all deposits in the Bank of Arizona and exempting them from state, county, and municipal taxes. 7. Establishing a termination date for the Bank of Arizona Commission and Advisory Board on July 1, 2034, and a repeal of the enabling legislation on January 1, 2035.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 6, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 18; amending title 41, chapter 27, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-3034.01; relating to banks.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Leezah Sun (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/30/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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NJ bill #S2508 • Last Action 02/05/2024
Authorizes municipal assessment of development impact fees following State guidelines and makes an appropriation.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the "Municipal Development Impact Fee Authorization Act," would allow municipalities to impose an impact fee on developers under certain circumstances. A municipality which imposes an impact fee must do so by an ordinance which sets forth detailed standards and guidelines regarding the definition of a service unit and the specific purposes for which the impact fee revenues may be expended. The impact fee ordinance shall also contain a delineation of service areas for each capital improvement and a fee schedule which clearly sets forth the amount of the fee to be charged for each service unit. Municipalities may impose an impact fee to cover a broad range of expenditure areas, including any transportation improvement necessitated by new development in a county not covered by a transportation development district, water treatment and distribution, wastewater treatment and sewerage, flood control and stormwater management, educational facilities, municipal parks and recreation facilities, public safety and related facilities. The bill exempts low and moderate income housing units from the assessment of impact fees and prohibits the internal subsidy within inclusionary developments which would otherwise see purchasers of market-priced units absorb the impact fees forgiven on their affordable counterparts. The bill also establishes a Development Impact Fee Review and Advisory Commission to provide ongoing technical assistance to municipalities in adopting impact fee ordinances and to evaluate the implementation of those ordinances.
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Bill Summary: This bill, known as the "Municipal Development Impact Fee Authorization Act," would allow municipalities to impose an impact fee on developers under certain circumstances. A municipality which imposes an impact fee must do so by an ordinance which sets forth detailed standards and guidelines regarding the definition of a service unit and the specific purposes for which the impact fee revenues may be expended. The impact fee ordinance shall also contain a delineation of service areas for each capital improvement and a fee schedule which clearly sets forth the amount of the fee to be charged for each service unit. Municipalities may impose an impact fee to cover a broad range of expenditure areas, including any transportation improvement necessitated by new development in a county not covered by a transportation development district created pursuant to the "New Jersey Transportation Development District Act of 1989," water treatment and distribution, wastewater treatment and sewerage, flood control and stormwater management, educational facilities, municipal parks and recreation facilities, public safety and related facilities. The bill exempts low and moderate income housing units as defined under P.L.1985, c.222 (C.52:27D-301 et al.) from the assessment of impact fees and prohibits the internal subsidy within inclusionary developments which would otherwise see purchasers of market-priced units absorb the impact fees forgiven on their affordable counterparts. Capital improvements and facility expansion for which an impact fee is imposed must bear a reasonable relationship to needs created by the new development. A municipality may adopt such an impact fee ordinance only if it has previously adopted a capital improvement program and has a valid master plan in place. The capital improvement program referred to here is more detailed than that which is currently authorized under section 20 of the "Municipal Land Use Law," P.L.1975, c.291 (C.40:55D-29). An impact fee imposed to finance educational facilities shall be based upon a long-term facilities plan approved by the Commissioner of Education. Municipalities which choose not to implement an impact fee ordinance under this bill may continue to prepare the less comprehensive capital improvement program currently authorized under the "Municipal Land Use Law." Similarly, those municipalities may continue to levy a fee for off-tract improvements authorized under section 30 of P.L.1975, c.291 (C.40:55D-42). The bill sets forth terms and conditions under which municipalities may assess and hold onto impact fee revenues. Fifty percent of the amount assessed as an impact fee shall be paid prior to the issuance of a construction permit and the remainder, prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy. No impact fee imposed by a municipality shall exceed the development's proportional share of the current reasonable cost of constructing the capital improvement or facility expansion for which the fee is being assessed. In no case shall the municipality maintain unexpended impact fees for more than eight years after the date of collection of the final payment for any development, unless construction has already begun on the capital improvement of facility expansion for which the impact fees were collected. The bill provides for an appeal of an impact fee assessment to an administrative law judge under the "Administrative Procedure Act" as a contested case; unlike decisions of contested cases under the APA, however, decisions of an administrative law judge in these cases would be final and would be appealable directly to the Appellate Division of Superior Court. The bill establishes a permanent 15 member Development Impact Fee Review and Advisory Commission (DIFRAC) in the Department of Community Affairs to provide ongoing technical assistance to municipalities in adopting impact fee ordinances and to evaluate the implementation of those ordinances. The first responsibility of DIFRAC shall be the preparation and dissemination of model ordinance. All municipal development impact fee ordinances must be certified by DIFRAC as to their conformity with law and the standards adopted by the commission.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Shirley Turner (D)*, Linda Greenstein (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/06/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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HI bill #HB2158 • Last Action 02/02/2024
Relating To The Nurse Licensure Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows nurses who hold multistate licenses issued by states other than Hawaii to practice in Hawaii under a multistate licensure privilege. Beginning January 1, 2026, the bill requires nurses with multistate licenses from other states to complete demographic data surveys as a condition of employment in Hawaii healthcare facilities. The bill also authorizes the Board of Nursing to assess different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by the state.
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Bill Summary: Adopts the nurse licensure compact. Beginning 01/01/2026, requires nurses who hold multistate licenses issued by a state other than Hawaii to complete demographic data surveys. Authorizes the Board of Nursing to assess different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by the State.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Della Belatti (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Cory Chun (D)*, Andrew Garrett (D)*, Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Darius Kila (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, Rose Martinez (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Jackson Sayama (D)*, Jenna Takenouchi (D)*, Adrian Tam (D)*, David Tarnas (D)*, Justin Woodson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/20/2024
• Last Action: Re-referred to HLT/LGO, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 9
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IL bill #SB3088 • Last Action 02/02/2024
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act, including removing the requirement for individuals to obtain a Firearm Owner's Identification Card in order to possess or purchase firearms in Illinois. The bill also makes conforming changes to various Acts throughout the Illinois statutes to reflect the repeal of the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. The key provisions of the bill include: - Repealing the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act in its entirety. - Removing references to the Firearm Owner's Identification Card and associated requirements from various Acts, such as the Criminal Code of 2012, Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code, Domestic Violence Act, and others. - Establishing new procedures for individuals prohibited from possessing firearms under state or federal law to petition for relief from that prohibition. - Maintaining requirements for background checks and other safeguards for firearm transfers and purchases through the creation of a dial-up system and Point of Contact for the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. - Allowing retired law enforcement, security, and other officials to purchase their service firearms upon retirement, regardless of Firearm Owner's Identification Card status. Overall, the bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes conforming changes throughout Illinois law to remove references to the FOID card requirement, while maintaining other firearm-related regulations and procedures.
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Bill Summary: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Bennett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/02/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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CA bill #AB736 • Last Action 02/01/2024
California Travel and Tourism Commission: meetings: records and minutes.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the minutes and records of all meetings of the California Travel and Tourism Commission to be posted on the website of the Office of Tourism for at least 2 years. The California Travel and Tourism Commission is a nonprofit mutual benefit corporation established by the Office of Tourism to promote tourism in California. The bill aims to increase transparency by making the commission's meeting minutes and records publicly available online for an extended period.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 13995.40 of the Government Code, relating to tourism.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Greg Wallis (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/13/2023
• Last Action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #AB1379 • Last Action 02/01/2024
Open meetings: local agencies: teleconferences.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Revises the alternative teleconferencing provisions for local agency legislative bodies that were previously only authorized until January 1, 2026, to make them permanent. The bill removes various restrictions on remote participation, such as the limit of 2 meetings per year for "just cause" remote participation, the requirement to provide specific remote access options for the public, and the prohibition on remote participation for more than 3 consecutive months or 20% of regular meetings. The bill also expands the definition of "just cause" for remote participation to include travel related to a member's occupation. The bill requires that legislative bodies have at least 2 in-person meetings per year at a designated physical location. The bill makes related findings to justify the limitations on public access to these teleconference meetings.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend and repeal Section 54953 of the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Diane Papan (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/23/2023
• Last Action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #AB728 • Last Action 02/01/2024
School accountability: local control and accountability plans.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Education Code to require changes to local control and accountability plans (LCAPs) for school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools. The key provisions are: 1. The LCAP template must require an assessment of the effectiveness or lack of effectiveness of the specific actions described in the existing LCAP toward achieving the goals. 2. Actions that have not proven effective over a 3-year period must be changed, with an explanation of the reasons for lack of progress and how the action will be better addressed. 3. For schools with the lowest performance measure for suspension rate for 2 consecutive years, actions that have not proven effective over a 2-year period must be changed. 4. The process of developing and updating the LCAP should support improvement across state priorities, particularly to address and reduce disparities in opportunities and outcomes between student groups. 5. The bill imposes state-mandated local program requirements, and provides for state reimbursement of related costs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 52064 of the Education Code, relating to school accountability.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Corey Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/17/2023
• Last Action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #AB221 • Last Action 02/01/2024
Budget Act of 2023.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would make appropriations for the support of state government for the 2023–24 fiscal year. The key provisions include: This bill would: - Appropriate funds for the support of various state agencies and departments, including the Legislature, the Judicial Branch, the Governor's Office, various state departments and agencies, the University of California, the California State University, and other entities. - Provide funding for a variety of state programs and services, such as health care services, social services, education, public safety, transportation, environmental protection, and natural resources management. - Authorize the transfer of funds between certain items of appropriation and the augmentation of certain appropriations to effectively administer the programs funded. - Make various other changes to implement the 2023–24 state budget. The bill would declare that it is to take effect immediately as a Budget Bill.
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Bill Summary: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/10/2023
• Last Action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #AB538 • Last Action 02/01/2024
Multistate regional transmission system organization: membership.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would prohibit a California electrical transmission facility owner, retail seller of electricity, or local publicly owned electric utility from joining a multistate regional transmission system organization unless the organization's bylaws and operations meet certain requirements. The bill would require these entities to submit the organization's bylaws and documents to the Energy Commission for review to ensure compliance with the bill's requirements, which include having an independent governing board, maintaining open meetings and public access, protecting state authority over procurement and resource planning, and enabling withdrawal from the organization. The bill would authorize the Independent System Operator to develop a governance proposal that complies with these requirements and submit it for review and approval by the Energy Commission and the Legislature.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 399.16 of, to add Division 4.2 (commencing with Section 9000) to, to repeal Section 352 of, to repeal Article 5.5 (commencing with Section 359.5) of Chapter 2.3 of Part 1 of Division 1 of, and to repeal and add Section 359 of, the Public Utilities Code, relating to electricity.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Holden (D)*, Bill Dodd (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 05/01/2023
• Last Action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #AB1149 • Last Action 02/01/2024
Human trafficking Act: California Multidisciplinary Alliance to Stop Trafficking (California MAST).
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled the "Human Trafficking Act: California Multidisciplinary Alliance to Stop Trafficking (California MAST)," establishes the California Multidisciplinary Alliance to Stop Trafficking (California MAST) until July 1, 2026. The task force will review collaborative models between governmental and non-governmental organizations for protecting victims and survivors of trafficking, map the state's progress in preventing trafficking and providing assistance to victims, and provide recommendations to strengthen state and local efforts to address human trafficking, including the role of forced criminality. The task force will be composed of various state officials, as well as representatives from human rights organizations, immigrant rights organizations, and organizations that provide services to victims of human trafficking. The task force will meet at least four times and submit its findings and recommendations to the Office of Emergency Services, the Governor, the Attorney General, and the Legislature by January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Title 6.7 (commencing with Section 13990) of Part 4 of the Penal Code, relating to human trafficking.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Blanca Rubio (D)*, Tim Grayson (D)*, Miguel Santiago (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #AB493 • Last Action 02/01/2024
The California Oil Recycling Enhancement Act: rerefined oil.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would expand the definition of "rerefined oil" under the California Oil Recycling Enhancement Act to include lubricant base stock or oil blend stock products derived from waste oil that is compatible for refining as a blend component for lubricant oil and other recycled oil content containing products. It would prohibit any rerefined lubricant base stock or other recycled oil content containing product that does not meet the expanded definition from being sold as rerefined oil. The bill would also increase the number of times the Green Ribbon Science Panel is required to meet each year from at least twice to at least three times.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 48620.2 of the Public Resources Code, relating to recycling.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joshua Hoover (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/16/2023
• Last Action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #AB1694 • Last Action 02/01/2024
Regional park and open-space districts: general manager: powers.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would increase the amount by which the general manager of a regional park or open-space district with a population of 200,000 or more can bind the district without advertising, from $50,000 to $200,000. The bill would also allow such districts with a population of 200,000 or more to further increase the general manager's binding authority above the $200,000 limit, by action of the board in an open meeting. The bill specifies that any contracts executed by the general manager exceeding $100,000 must be reported to the board at its next regular meeting.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 5549 of the Public Resources Code, relating to parks and recreation.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Mia Bonta (D)*, Josh Becker (D), Marc Berman (D), Tim Grayson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #SB338 • Last Action 02/01/2024
Health care service plans: health equity and quality.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to require the director of the Department of Managed Health Care to appoint at least one individual with an intellectual or developmental disability, or the parent or guardian of such an individual, to the Health Equity and Quality Committee. The bill also requires the department to reconvene the committee at least once annually to review and revise the standard health equity and quality measures and annual benchmark standards. Additionally, the bill extends the exemption from review and approval processes for contracts entered into pursuant to these provisions until January 1, 2026. Finally, the bill makes a technical, non-substantive change to a separate provision regarding the examination of the causes of communicable diseases.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 1399.870 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to health equity and quality.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Janet Nguyen (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/16/2023
• Last Action: Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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CA bill #SB72 • Last Action 02/01/2024
Budget Act of 2023.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill is the Budget Act of 2023, which makes appropriations for the support of state government and other public purposes in California for the 2023–24 fiscal year. The key provisions of the bill are: This bill would make appropriations for the support of state government, including for the Legislature, Judicial Branch, and various state departments and agencies. It includes provisions to allow for the transfer of funds between items and schedules to effectively administer the programs funded. The bill also includes various other provisions, such as allowing for the augmentation of certain items based on updated revenue or expenditure estimates, and exempting certain contracts and procurements from certain state requirements. Some notable provisions include: - $107.5 million for the Department of Health Care Services to make equity and practice transformation payments to Medi-Cal managed care plans and providers. - $250 million for a Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program to address homelessness and serious behavioral health conditions. - $40 million for the Department of Health Care Services to support the CalHOPE program. - Provisions related to supplemental payments and rate increases for certain Medi-Cal providers and services, including physician services, dental services, and family planning services. - Provisions related to Medi-Cal eligibility, county administration, and fiscal intermediary services. Overall, the bill makes appropriations and provides various authorities to state departments and agencies to administer health, human services, and other state programs and services in the 2023-24 fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nancy Skinner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/10/2023
• Last Action: Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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IL bill #HB4304 • Last Action 02/01/2024
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act, removing the requirement to obtain a FOID card to possess firearms or ammunition in Illinois. It allows persons who are not prohibited under State or federal law from possessing firearms to petition the Illinois State Police or a circuit court for relief from firearm prohibitions. The bill also makes conforming changes to various statutes that referenced the FOID card, including the Open Meetings Act, the Freedom of Information Act, the Methamphetamine Control and Community Protection Act, the Criminal Code of 2012, and the Code of Criminal Procedure. Additionally, the bill amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act to remove the FOID card requirement for obtaining a concealed carry license.
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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: 12/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Paul Jacobs (R)*, Kevin Schmidt (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/21/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin Schmidt
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CA bill #SB426 • Last Action 02/01/2024
Charter schools: flex-based instruction.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various sections of the Education Code related to charter schools, including the following key provisions: This bill replaces the term "nonclassroom-based instruction" with "flex-based instruction" and defines a "flex-based charter school" as a charter school that receives a determination for funding from the State Board of Education. The bill expands the description of flex-based instruction to include various types of instruction beyond just independent study. The bill also makes numerous other changes related to the requirements and funding for flex-based charter schools. The bill prohibits the approval of new flex-based charter schools from January 1, 2020 to January 1, 2025, with some exceptions. It also requires the evaluation of the funding system for charter schools that offer flex-based instruction. Additionally, the bill amends provisions related to the requirements for independent study programs offered by local educational agencies, including requirements around written agreements, synchronous instruction, and reengagement strategies.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 43521, 47604.1, 47605, 47605.1, 47612.5, 47612.7, 47613.5, 47614.5, 47616.7, 47634.2, 51744, and 51747 of the Education Code, relating to charter schools.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Roger Niello (R)*, Marie Alvarado-Gil (D), Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R), Scott Wilk (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 05/23/2023
• Last Action: Died on file pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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AZ bill #SB1329 • Last Action 01/31/2024
Watershed health; survey; use
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to waters in the state. Key provisions include: - Defining "ecological water needs" as water sufficient to sustain freshwater ecosystems, including riparian areas and the wildlife habitat and human livelihoods that depend on them. - Requiring the Director of the Department of Water Resources to issue a report every three years assessing the overall health of each watershed in the state, evaluating factors like hydrology, habitat, and water quality. - Allowing the appropriation of water for "watershed health uses" in addition to the existing permitted uses like domestic, municipal, and irrigation. - Exempting applications for permits to appropriate water for watershed health uses from certain requirements that apply to other instream flow applications. - Allowing the severance and transfer of water rights to be used for watershed health purposes. - Directing the Director to establish standard measures to define ecological water needs and publish a preliminary survey of the status of the state's waters by the end of 2024. The bill aims to improve understanding and management of the state's watersheds and ecological water needs.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 45-101, 45-105, 45-151, 45-152.01 and 45-172, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to waters.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 2 : Priya Sundareshan (D)*, Nancy Gutierrez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/24/2024
• Last Action: Senate read second time
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HI bill #HB846 • Last Action 01/31/2024
Relating To Teachers.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact to reduce barriers to teacher license portability and employment across member states. The compact establishes a streamlined pathway for teachers to obtain licenses in other states, facilitates the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information between states, and enhances the ability of state and district officials to hire qualified teachers by removing employment barriers. The bill also supports the relocation of military spouses and the retention of teachers in the profession. The compact creates an interstate commission to administer the agreement, with provisions for rulemaking, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill will take effect on June 30, 3000.
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Bill Summary: Enacts the interstate teacher mobility compact to reduce the barriers to teacher license portability and employment. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2)
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 16 : Justin Woodson (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Cedric Gates (D)*, Linda Ichiyama (D)*, Nicole Lowen (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, Scot Matayoshi (D)*, May Mizuno (D)*, Mark Nakashima (D)*, Scott Nishimoto (D)*, Jenna Takenouchi (D)*, David Tarnas (D)*, Chris Todd (D)*, Della Belatti (D), Bert Kobayashi (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/06/2023
• Last Action: Re-referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 7
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PA bill #HB1983 • Last Action 01/31/2024
In interscholastic athletics accountability, providing for playoffs and championships.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to allow the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) to establish separate playoffs and championships for athletics between boundary schools (public schools) and nonboundary schools (charter, parochial, and private schools). Before implementing such a change, the PIAA's Executive Board and the Pennsylvania Athletic Oversight Committee must hold public meetings in each district to gather testimony and comments on the proposal. The Board must then hold an open meeting to deliberate and decide whether to require separate playoffs and championships for all sports, certain sports, or none. The bill sets out the process for the Board's decision-making and requires the PIAA to provide the Oversight Committee with the rationale for its final decision.
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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: 01/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 13 : Scott Conklin (D)*, Dave Delloso (D), Jamie Flick (R), Napoleon Nelson (D), Tarah Probst (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Jim Struzzi (R), Craig Williams (R), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Carl Metzgar (R), Ryan Warner (R), Russ Diamond (R), Mike Schlossberg (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/01/2024
• Last Action: Referred to EDUCATION
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TN bill #SB2000 • Last Action 01/31/2024
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 48 and Title 66, relative to the "Tennessee Homeowners' Association Act."
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Tennessee Homeowners' Association Act" and amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 48 and Title 66. The bill establishes requirements for homeowners' associations, including provisions related to the association's structure and governance, assessments and finances, rules and enforcement, and other procedures. The bill applies to all common interest communities that may be used for residential purposes, with certain exceptions, and generally takes effect on July 1, 2024, applying to actions and conduct occurring on or after that date.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, enacts the "Homeowners' Association Act." - Amends TCA Title 48 and Title 66.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Page Walley (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/25/2024
• Last Action: Withdrawn.
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AZ bill #SB1379 • Last Action 01/31/2024
Schools; corporal punishment; prohibition.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits corporal punishment in Arizona schools. Specifically, it amends the existing law to: 1. Clarify that teachers, principals, and other school personnel cannot subject students to corporal punishment, defined as inflicting physical pain as a means of discipline. However, the use of reasonable physical contact or restraint techniques that comply with the existing law on the use of restraint and seclusion is still allowed. 2. Modify the student discipline procedures by removing references to the use of corporal punishment, while maintaining provisions for the reasonable use of physical force in self-defense, defense of others, and defense of property. 3. Establish a readmission procedure for students in kindergarten through 4th grade who have been suspended or expelled, allowing their parents or guardians to appeal for their readmission. The bill aims to prohibit the use of corporal punishment in Arizona schools while preserving the ability of school personnel to use appropriate restraint techniques and maintain discipline when necessary.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending section 15-105, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 15, chapter 1, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-120.05; amending section 15-843, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to student discipline.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 13 : Lela Alston (D)*, Flavio Bravo (D), Eva Burch (D), Mitzi Epstein (D), Brian Fernandez (D), Rosanna Gabaldón (D), Sally Gonzales (D), Theresa Hatathlie (D), Christine Marsh (D), Juan Mendez (D), Catherine Miranda (D), Patty Contreras (D), Laura Terech (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/25/2024
• Last Action: Senate read second time
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AK bill #HB303 • Last Action 01/31/2024
Rtmt Plan And Perm Fund Investment Policy
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the duties of the Alaska Retirement Management Board and the Board of Trustees of the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation. The key provisions are: 1) The Alaska Retirement Management Board must broadcast board meetings live, make recordings publicly available, and publish reports on proxy voting. 2) The Board must act solely in the pecuniary interest of pension plan members and beneficiaries when exercising duties related to defined benefit retirement plans. This includes restrictions on considering non-pecuniary factors when evaluating investments or voting shares. 3) The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation must also act solely in the pecuniary interest of the fund when adopting investment regulations and managing fund assets. The corporation is required to exercise prudence and care when investing. 4) Both boards must submit annual reports to the Department of Revenue detailing their investment relationships and performance. The bill aims to ensure the boards manage retirement and permanent fund assets solely for the financial benefit of members, beneficiaries, and the fund, rather than pursuing non-pecuniary goals.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the duties of the Alaska Retirement Management Board; relating to the duties of the Board of Trustees of the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Carpenter (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/31/2024
• Last Action: REFERRED TO FINANCE
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SC bill #H3310 • Last Action 01/31/2024
Social Work Interstate Compact Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Social Work Interstate Compact Act" in South Carolina, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers and improve public access to competent social work services. The key provisions of the bill include: establishing a Social Work Compact Commission to govern the compact, setting eligibility requirements for member states, outlining the process for regulated social workers to obtain an interstate compact license, and giving member states authority to take adverse action against a regulated social worker's multistate authorization to practice. The compact also creates a data system to track licensure, adverse actions, and investigative information on regulated social workers. Overall, this bill seeks to enhance interstate cooperation in regulating social work practice and support military families and workforce mobility.
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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; And To Designate The Existing Provisions Of Chapter 63, Title 40 As Article 1, Entitled "general Provisions".
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• Introduced: 12/08/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 125th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Doug Gilliam (R)*, Jerry Carter (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/08/2022
• Last Action: Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Carter
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KY bill #HB424 • Last Action 01/30/2024
AN ACT relating to preschool and kindergarten education.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Requires school districts to provide a free and developmentally appropriate full-day preschool education program for eligible three- and four-year-old children who are at risk of educational failure, with funding provided through a grant process for three-year-olds and under the state's funding formula for four-year-olds. It also includes four-year-old children in the primary school program, removes the definition of "kindergarten full-time equivalent pupil in average daily attendance," and makes related changes to the laws governing preschool, kindergarten, and funding for public schools.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 157.3175 to require school districts provide a full-day preschool education program for eligible three and four-year-olds; establish eligibility for the program; require that preschool for three year old children continue to be funded through a grant process and preschool programs for four-year-old children be funded under KRS 157.310 to 157.440; require preschool programs to operate on the school district calendar; require transportation be provided; amend KRS 158.031 to include preschool education programs for four-year-old children in the primary school program; amend KRS 157.320 to remove the definition of "kindergarten full-time equivalent pupil in average daily attendance"; amend KRS 157.360 to remove a reference to the kindergarten full-time equivalent; amend KRS 158.030 to include a preschool education program for four-year-old children in the definition of "common school"; remove language allowing kindergarten to operate for less than six hours on a school day; amend KRS 158.060 and 160.1596 to conform.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Josie Raymond (D)*, Beverly Chester-Burton (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/31/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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KY bill #HB395 • Last Action 01/29/2024
AN ACT relating to redistricting.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new Citizens Redistricting Commission to draw legislative and congressional district boundaries after each decennial census. The commission will be composed of 13 members selected through a random process to ensure political balance, with requirements around party affiliation, voting history, and conflicts of interest. The commission must follow criteria like equal population, contiguity, and avoiding partisan favoritism when drafting new district maps. The bill also establishes the commission's procedures, funding, and protections against improper influence. The Secretary of State will publish the adopted redistricting plans, which become law 60 days after publication. The bill also replaces the Legislative Research Commission with the Citizens Redistricting Commission as an authorized intervenor in challenges to district constitutionality, and repeals a related statute.
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Bill Summary: Create new sections of KRS Chapter 5 to establish the Citizens Redistricting Commission; define terms; require the commission be composed of 13 members who meet certain requirements and submit applications; require the Secretary of State to mail random applications for commissioner and make applications for commissioner available on its website; require the Secretary of State to randomly select commissioners from pools of qualifying applicants; establish commissioner pay, conditions, powers, and duties; require commissioners' terms correlate with obligations of each census cycle; establish the conditions, powers, and duties of the commission; require the commission to draft redistricting plans for legislative and congressional districts, with parameters prescribed; establish standards to be followed by the commission for commissioners who develop plans; provide for penalties and fine upon conviction of persons attempting to influence, or commissioners attempting to influence, the duties of the commission; require the Secretary of State to publish adopted redistricting plans and provide that plans become law 60 days after publication; amend KRS 5.005 to replace the Legislative Research Commission with the Citizens Redistricting Commission as authorized intervenors in any action challenging the constitutionality of any legislative district; repeal KRS 5.031; include severability clause;
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• Introduced: 01/29/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Lindsey Burke (D)*, Chad Aull (D), George Brown (D), Adrielle Camuel (D), Beverly Chester-Burton (D), Rachel Roarx (D), Rachel Roberts (D), Sarah Stalker (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/30/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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CA bill #AB1079 • Last Action 01/29/2024
Discrimination: Public engagement.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to address discrimination in California by taking several key actions: 1. It requires the California Department of Public Health to establish the Hate Crimes Intervention Program within its Injury and Violence Prevention Branch. This program will implement evidence-based community interventions in collaboration with local leaders and organizations in communities that have been most impacted by hate crimes confirmed by the California Department of Justice. 2. It requires the California Civil Rights Department to create and distribute statewide and regional radio, social media, and television campaigns to discourage discrimination based on characteristics like disability, gender, nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation. The department will convene a working group to develop a plan for implementing these campaigns, and the working group will be exempt from the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act. 3. The bill's provisions are contingent on the Legislature appropriating funding and positions for the Department of Public Health and Civil Rights Department to carry out these new responsibilities. The bill specifies that the percentage of anti-hate violence advertisements focused on each community should be based on the rate of hate crimes committed against that community.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 12931.5 to the Government Code, and to add Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 131360) to Part 1 of Division 112 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to discrimination.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Corey Jackson (D)*, Dave Min (D), Susan Rubio (D), Henry Stern (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 09/12/2023
• Last Action: Consideration of Governor's veto stricken from file.
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HI bill #SB3203 • Last Action 01/29/2024
Relating To Public Agency Meetings And Records.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of Hawaii's Sunshine Law, which governs public agency meetings and records. The key provisions include: 1. Clarifying that the policy of the state is to conduct governmental processes as openly as possible, but also allow boards to efficiently conduct their business. 2. Modifying the definition of "meeting" to exclude attendance and participation in legislative hearings or briefings. 3. Allowing more than two board members to attend informational sessions or presentations on board business without it constituting a meeting, as long as no commitments are made. 4. Easing the requirements for boards to hold "limited meetings" at locations that are dangerous to health or safety or where public attendance is impractical. 5. Expanding the circumstances under which a board can hold a closed-door executive meeting, such as to consider and decide on hiring applicants for government positions. 6. Clarifying the requirements for boards to make their meeting packets available to the public and provide reasonable access to them. 7. Allowing information from executive meeting minutes to be segregated and withheld from public disclosure. The overall goal of the bill is to enable boards to operate more effectively while still preserving transparency and public access.
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Bill Summary: Enables boards to operate more effectively by amending sections of the Sunshine Law pertaining to the declaration of policy and intent, permitted interactions of members, limited meetings, executive meetings, exceptions, board packets, and minutes. Amends the definition of the term "meeting".
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Kouchi (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/23/2024
• Last Action: Referred to GVO, JDC.
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HI bill #SB3104 • Last Action 01/26/2024
Relating To The Nurse Licensure Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the Governor to enter the State into the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, effective January 1, 2026. This will allow nurses licensed in their home state to practice under a multistate licensure privilege in each party state. Beginning January 1, 2026, the State Board of Nursing may charge different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by the State. Additionally, the bill requires nurses holding a multistate license issued by a state other than Hawaii and employed by healthcare facilities in Hawaii to complete demographic data surveys as a condition of employment, and for healthcare facilities to report such employees to the Board of Nursing.
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Bill Summary: Allows the Governor to enter the State into the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multistate licensure privilege in each party state, effective 1/1/2026. Beginning 1/1/2026, allows the State Board of Nursing to charge different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multi-state license issued by the State.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Kouchi (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/26/2024
• Last Action: Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC.
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HI bill #HB2635 • Last Action 01/26/2024
Proposing Amendments To Article Iii Of The Hawaii State Constitution To Establish A Continuous Legislative Session.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes amendments to the Hawaii State Constitution to establish a continuous legislative session. The key provisions include: 1. Requiring the legislature to convene at least once a month, removing language regarding special sessions, adjournment, and recesses. 2. Creating a two-year deadline for a bill to be submitted for gubernatorial consideration and standardizing the number of days the Governor has to approve or veto a bill. 3. Requiring the passage of the legislative budget within 45 days before the end of each fiscal year. 4. Making members of the legislature subject to the sunshine law and prohibiting them from having any employment outside of their work as legislators.
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Bill Summary: Establishes a continuous Legislature. Requires the Legislature to convene at least once a month. Removes language regarding special sessions, adjournment, and recesses. Creates a two-year deadline for a bill to be submitted for gubernatorial consideration. Standardizes the number of days that the Governor must approve or veto a bill submitted for consideration. Requires the passage of the legislative budget within 45 days before the end of each fiscal year. Makes members of the Legislature subject to the sunshine law. Prohibits members of the Legislature from having employment other than their work as members of the Legislature.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Amy Perruso (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Nicole Lowen (D)*, Mahina Poepoe (D)*, Adrian Tam (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/23/2024
• Last Action: Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3
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WV bill #HB5233 • Last Action 01/26/2024
Requiring the West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses to post all meeting notices per Open Meetings Act on their website
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses to comply with the state's Open Governmental Proceedings Act, which means the board must publicly post meeting notices and live stream meetings on their website. The bill also mandates that the board post meeting minutes to their website within seven days of each meeting. These provisions aim to increase transparency and public access to the board's activities.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to require the Board of Registered Nurses to comply with the Open Governmental Procedures Act, share a computer link to meetings that are live streamed, and publicly post meeting minutes to its website.
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• Introduced: 01/26/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Heather Tully (R)*, Amy Summers (R), Phil Mallow (R), Buck Jennings (R), Mike Devault (R), Tom Clark (R), Debbie Warner (R), Lori Dittman (R), Kathie Crouse (R), Elliott Pritt (R), Mark Dean (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/26/2024
• Last Action: To House Judiciary
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CA bill #SB582 • Last Action 01/25/2024
Health information.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the Department of Managed Health Care and the Department of Insurance to require health care service plans and health insurers, respectively, to establish and maintain certain application programming interfaces (APIs) to facilitate patient and provider access to health information. The bill would also require the California Health and Human Services Agency to establish the California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework, which would include a single data sharing agreement and common set of policies and procedures to govern and require the exchange of health information among health care entities and government agencies in California. The bill would also authorize the agency to establish administrative oversight and enforcement authority, including fines, if fees charged by electronic health record (EHR) vendors to specified entities are not in compliance with federal standards.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1374.196, 123148, and 130290 of the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Section 10133.12 of the Insurance Code, relating to health care.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Becker (D)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 09/19/2023
• Last Action: Veto sustained.
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CA bill #SB303 • Last Action 01/25/2024
Solid waste: Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act to establish new procedures for addressing concerns from affected entities about actions taken by producer responsibility organizations (PROs), producers, or entities under contract with PROs that are disrupting or adversely affecting solid waste collection, recycling, or composting programs. The bill authorizes affected entities to bring these concerns to the producer responsibility advisory board, which must then offer a recommendation for resolution within 90 days. After the advisory board's recommendation, either party may initiate nonbinding arbitration to determine if the actions are disruptive or adverse, and the arbitrator may propose revisions to the producer responsibility plan. The department must review the arbitrator's proposed decision and decide whether to approve or reject any proposed plan revisions. The bill also clarifies the department's authority to adopt regulations regarding responsible end markets and criteria for prioritizing environmental and public health benefits.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 42041, 42060, and 42070 of the Public Resources Code, relating to solid waste.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Allen (D)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 09/14/2023
• Last Action: Veto sustained.
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KY bill #HB376 • Last Action 01/25/2024
AN ACT relating to children and declaring an emergency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several Kentucky statutes related to children's education and healthcare. It removes provisions related to parental rights and courses on human sexuality, and instead provides a process for parents to opt their children out of such instruction. The bill also removes requirements for schools to obtain parental consent before providing health or mental health services to students, and prohibits policies that would keep student information confidential from parents. Additionally, the bill requires schools to accommodate students who assert their gender is different from their biological sex by allowing them to use facilities designated for the gender they identify with, while also permitting alternate accommodations upon the student's request. Finally, the bill repeals a law prohibiting treatments to minors for the purpose of altering their appearance or perception of their sex. The bill declares an emergency and takes effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 158.1415 to remove provisions related to parental rights and courses, curriculums, or programs on human sexuality, provide for a process for parents to opt out of their child receiving instruction on the subject of human sexuality; amend KRS 158.191 to remove provisions requiring a school obtain parental consent prior to providing health services or mental health services to students; remove language concerning policies to encourage or facilitate conversations between parents and students; remove language limiting Kentucky Board of Education or Department of Education policies regarding student confidential information and the use of pronouns; require a local school district to use pronouns for students that the student requests; amend KRS 158.189 to remove findings and requirements that a local board of education adopt a policy on privacy and the use of student facilities; require a school to provide an accommodation to a students who asserts to school officials that their gender is different from their biological sex that includes the use of facilities designated for the gender of which the students identify; permit alternate accommodations upon the student's request; repeal KRS 311.372, which prohibits treatments to a minor for purposes of attempting to alter the appearance or perception of the minor's sex; EMERGENCY.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Sarah Stalker (D)*, Adrielle Camuel (D), Chad Aull (D), Tina Bojanowski (D), Lindsey Burke (D), Daniel Grossberg (D), Ruth Ann Palumbo (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/25/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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MO bill #SJR60 • Last Action 01/25/2024
Modifies provisions relating to the judiciary, including access to judicial records, judicial lobbying activities, and nonpartisan court plan
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to the judiciary, including access to judicial records, judicial lobbying activities, and nonpartisan court plan
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rick Brattin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/06/2023
• Last Action: Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
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NM bill #HB256 • Last Action 01/25/2024
Higher Ed Teacher Preparation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve teacher preparation programs in New Mexico. It requires that all undergraduate teacher preparation programs and alternative licensure programs include a year-long paid classroom residency. The bill also mandates specific curriculum requirements for teacher preparation programs, including coverage of structured literacy, research-based practices in math and science, and culturally responsive teaching. Additionally, the bill directs the Public Education Department to align its accreditation of colleges of education with national accreditation standards. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the training and preparation of future teachers in New Mexico.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHER EDUCATION; PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLEGES OF EDUCATION AT PUBLIC FOUR-YEAR EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS; REQUIRING THAT TEACHER PREPARATION PROGRAMS INCLUDE TEACHER RESIDENCIES; REQUIRING THAT CURRICULA FOR TEACHER PREPARATION PROGRAMS INCLUDE STRUCTURED LITERACY AND ADDITIONAL TOPICS; REQUIRING ARTICULATION AMONG HIGHER EDUCATION TEACHER PREPARATION PROGRAMS; DIRECTING THE PUBLIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT TO ALIGN STATE ACCREDITATION OF COLLEGES OF EDUCATION WITH NATIONAL ACCREDITATION.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tara Jaramillo (D)*, Willie Madrid (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/25/2024
• Last Action: Action Postponed Indefinitely
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DE bill #SB225 • Last Action 01/25/2024
An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill is the Fiscal Year 2025 Appropriations Act. It provides appropriations for the various departments, agencies, and programs of the state government for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The key provisions of this bill include: - Appropriating funds for the operations of state government, including personnel costs, program expenses, and other expenditures across all state agencies and departments. This includes funding for critical services and programs in areas such as health and social services, education, public safety, transportation, and more. - Providing flexibility to agencies to manage their operations, including the ability to reallocate positions and funding as needed to address critical workforce needs. - Authorizing the Office of Management and Budget to oversee hiring and overtime practices across agencies to ensure efficient operations. - Continuing provisions related to the state's health insurance program, pension system, and other employee benefits. - Maintaining funding and authority for various state initiatives, including economic development programs, environmental protection efforts, and infrastructure projects. The bill aims to provide the necessary resources for the state to continue delivering essential services and supporting key priorities for Delawareans in the upcoming fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2025 Appropriations Act.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 152nd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Dave Sokola (D)*, Valerie Longhurst (D), Bryan Townsend (D), Tizzy Lockman (D), Trey Paradee (D), Melissa Minor-Brown (D), Kerri Harris (D), Kim Williams (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/25/2024
• Last Action: Introduced and Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate
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HI bill #SB2668 • Last Action 01/24/2024
Relating To The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, which allows psychologists licensed in one state to practice telepsychology and temporarily practice in-person in other compact states. The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs is required to adopt rules to implement and administer the compact.
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Bill Summary: Adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Lee (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/20/2024
• Last Action: Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC.
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HI bill #HB2168 • Last Action 01/24/2024
Relating To Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the definitions of "board", "board business", and "meeting" within Hawaii's open meetings law to expand the scope of the law. The bill includes state and county policymaking groups, including those created by emergency proclamations, under the open meetings requirements. This expands transparency and public access to these government decision-making bodies.
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Bill Summary: Amends the definitions of "board", "board business", and "meeting" within state open meetings law to expand the scope of the law to include state and county policymaking groups, including groups created by emergency proclamations.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Elle Cochran (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Terez Amato (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/20/2024
• Last Action: Referred to LGO, JHA, referral sheet 2
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HI bill #HB1859 • Last Action 01/24/2024
Relating To Public Agency Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to authorize any board that is subject to the state's open meetings law to hold a closed meeting for the purpose of providing training to new and current board members. The bill also makes other minor changes to the list of permissible reasons for a board to hold a closed meeting, such as adding the ability to deliberate or make a decision on a matter that requires the consideration of confidential information under state or federal law or a court order.
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Bill Summary: Authorizes any board that is subject to state open meetings law to hold a closed meeting for the purpose of providing training to new and current board members.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Saiki (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1
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HI bill #HB2021 • Last Action 01/24/2024
Relating To The Legislature.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes the Legislature's exemption from the State's sunshine law, which governs the manner in which state and county boards, commissions, and county councils must conduct their business. The purpose of this bill is to apply the same standards of transparency required of other government bodies to the Legislature, ensuring that the public can actively participate in and provide input on the legislative process.
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Bill Summary: Removes the Legislature's exemption from the State's sunshine law.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*, Elle Cochran (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Elijah Pierick (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2024
• Last Action: Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2
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IL bill #SB2892 • Last Action 01/24/2024
COUNTIES-WIND & SOLAR ENERGY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes changes made by Public Act 102-1123 to the Counties Code regarding commercial wind energy facilities and commercial solar energy facilities. It provides that any provision of a county zoning ordinance pertaining to wind farms, commercial wind energy facilities, or commercial solar energy facilities that was in effect before January 27, 2023 may continue in effect, and any provision of a county zoning ordinance pertaining to wind farms that was in effect before August 16, 2007 may continue in effect, notwithstanding the changes made in the previous public act. The bill also allows counties to establish standards for wind farms and electric-generating wind devices, without the more restrictive requirements that were previously specified.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Counties Code. In provisions about commercial wind energy facilities and commercial solar energy facilities, removes changes made by Public Act 102-1123. Provides that any provision of a county zoning ordinance pertaining to wind farms, commercial wind energy facilities, or commercial solar energy facilities that was in effect before January 27, 2023 may continue in effect notwithstanding any changes made in Public Act 102-1123 and, if applicable, any provision of a county zoning ordinance pertaining to wind farms that was in effect before August 16, 2007 may continue in effect notwithstanding the changes made in Public Act 95-203.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Sally Turner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/24/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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VT bill #S0211 • Last Action 01/24/2024
An act relating to health care reform and to the regulatory duties of the Green Mountain Care Board
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to transfer certain duties from the Green Mountain Care Board to the Director of Health Care Reform in the Agency of Human Services and to modify or eliminate other Board duties. It would specify that the Board's review, consideration, and approval of hospital budgets and of certification and budgets of accountable care organizations (ACOs) are the deliberations of a public body in connection with a quasi-judicial proceeding. The bill would direct the Board to adopt rules to establish processes for certifying Medicare-only ACOs and would direct the Board of Nursing to adopt rules establishing a student nurse apprenticeship program. The bill would require insurers to participate in multipayer alternative payment models and would require nonbinding mediation conducted by the Green Mountain Care Board prior to the termination of a contract between a health care provider and a health plan. The bill would require alignment of certain health insurer credentialing practices, quality measures, and data collection. It would revise aspects of the hospital budget review processes and require the Secretary of State to provide training for the Board's members and staff. The bill also would require various reports on population-based hospital budgeting, realignment of the Board's regulatory processes, review and approval of mergers and affiliations, and designating a single State agency for coordination of clinical health care data.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to transfer certain duties from the Green Mountain Care Board to the Director of Health Care Reform in the Agency of Human Services and to modify or eliminate other Board duties. It bill would specify that the Board’s review, consideration, and approval of hospital budgets and of certification and budgets of accountable care organizations (ACOs) are the deliberations of a public body in connection with a quasi-judicial proceeding. The bill would direct the Board to adopt rules to establish processes for certifying Medicare- only ACOs and would direct the Board of Nursing to adopt rules establishing a student nurse apprenticeship program. The bill would require insurers to participate in multipayer alternative payment models and would require nonbinding mediation conducted by the Green Mountain Care Board prior to the termination of a contract between a health care provider and a health plan. The bill would require alignment of certain health insurer credentialing practices, quality measures, and data collection. It would revise aspects of the S.211 Green Mountain Care Board’s hospital budget review processes and require the Secretary of State to provide training for the Board’s members and staff. The bill also would require reports on population-based hospital budgeting; on realignment of the timing of the Green Mountain Care Board’s regulatory processes; on review and approval of mergers, affiliations, and divestments involving Vermont-based health care providers; and on designating a single State agency for coordination of clinical health care data.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Ginny Lyons (D)*, Alison Clarkson (D), Jane Kitchel (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/02/2024
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Health and Welfare Hearing (00:00:00 1/24/2024 )
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OH bill #HB33 • Last Action 01/24/2024
Establishes operating appropriations for fiscal years 2024-2025
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes operating appropriations for fiscal years 2024-2025. It amends numerous sections of the Ohio Revised Code related to various state agencies, programs, and services, including education, healthcare, social services, and taxation. The bill updates language, codifies previous legislation, and creates new sections to govern a wide range of state operations and functions. Key provisions involve changes to areas like Medicaid, child welfare services, education funding, professional licensing, and tax policies. The bill aims to provide the necessary legal and financial framework for the state's activities during the upcoming biennial budget period.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 101.34, 101.35, 101.352, 101.353, 101.84, 103.0521, 103.414, 103.51, 103.60, 103.65, 103.71, 106.02, 106.031, 106.032, 106.04, 106.041, 107.03, 107.032, 107.033, 107.51, 107.63, 109.02, 109.11, 109.111, 109.112, 109.572, 109.71, 109.77, 109.803, 111.15, 113.41, 113.60, 117.10, 117.103, 117.34, 117.46, 117.462, 117.463, 117.47, 117.473, 119.01, 119.06, 119.062, 119.07, 119.09, 119.092, 119.12, 120.04, 120.08, 121.04, 121.08, 121.31, 121.37, 121.381, 121.483, 121.49, 121.81, 121.811, 121.93, 122.07, 122.071, 122.072, 122.073, 122.16, 122.17, 122.171, 122.173, 122.1710, 122.19, 122.21, 122.23, 122.25, 122.27, 122.40, 122.407, 122.4017, 122.4019, 122.4020, 122.4023, 122.4030, 122.4031, 122.4034, 122.4037, 122.4040, 122.4041, 122.4045, 122.4050, 122.4071, 122.4076, 122.6511, 122.6512, 122.85, 122.941, 123.20, 123.211, 124.136, 124.14, 124.15, 124.34, 124.387, 124.41, 125.01, 125.035, 125.05, 125.071, 125.073, 125.09, 125.10, 125.11, 125.18, 125.182, 125.22, 125.901, 126.21, 126.25, 126.30, 126.46, 126.47, 126.62, 127.16, 131.02, 131.43, 131.44, 131.51, 131.56, 131.57, 131.58, 133.07, 135.143, 145.01, 145.016, 145.017, 145.195, 145.201, 145.32, 145.33, 145.331, 145.332, 145.333, 145.35, 145.361, 145.38, 145.39, 145.41, 145.45, 145.46, 149.309, 149.311, 149.43, 151.01, 151.40, 153.12, 153.17, 153.54, 154.20, 164.02, 164.23, 164.24, 169.05, 169.07, 173.03, 173.06, 173.21, 173.39, 173.391, 173.51, 173.52, 173.521, 173.522, 173.54, 173.542, 173.544, 173.60, 174.01, 174.03, 174.05, 174.06, 174.07, 175.01, 175.02, 175.04, 175.05, 175.052, 175.053, 175.06, 175.07, 175.08, 175.09, 175.10, 175.11, 175.12, 175.13, 175.14, 175.15, 175.31, 175.32, 183.19, 184.02, 184.20, 301.27, 307.86, 307.861, 307.87, 307.90, 308.13, 308.21, 317.08, 317.13, 317.321, 319.202, 323.25, 323.69, 340.01, 340.02, 340.022, 340.03, 340.032, 340.033, 340.034, 340.035, 340.036, 340.04, 340.08, 340.30, 341.25, 349.01, 349.03, 349.04, 349.14, 504.12, 505.08, 505.37, 505.376, 511.01, 511.12, 515.01, 517.07, 517.271, 519.12, 519.25, 703.21, 715.18, 715.691, 715.70, 718.01, 718.02, 718.05, 718.27, 718.80, 718.82, 718.84, 718.85, 718.89, 725.01, 727.01, 731.141, 731.21, 731.22, 731.23, 731.231, 731.24, 731.26, 735.05, 737.03, 755.13, 907.27, 907.32, 926.18, 955.011, 956.11, 956.15, 991.02, 993.04, 1121.23, 1317.07, 1321.37, 1321.53, 1321.64, 1346.03, 1351.01, 1351.07, 1509.01, 1509.03, 1509.04, 1509.11, 1531.01, 1531.03, 1545.09, 1545.21, 1547.25, 1547.27, 1548.03, 1551.35, 1707.01, 1707.09, 1707.091, 1707.092, 1710.01, 1710.02, 1710.03, 1710.06, 1710.13, 1724.11, 1739.10, 1751.14, 1751.34, 1761.16, 1901.261, 1907.261, 2101.16, 2105.16, 2108.35, 2151.031, 2151.231, 2151.3515, 2151.3516, 2151.3517, 2151.3518, 2151.3528, 2151.3532, 2151.3534, 2151.421, 2151.423, 2152.26, 2303.081, 2303.201, 2305.113, 2329.27, 2913.46, 2917.14, 2919.171, 2919.202, 2927.02, 2927.023, 2929.18, 2929.28, 2929.34, 2930.11, 2930.16, 2935.01, 2945.37, 2945.38, 2967.16, 2967.193, 2967.194, 3101.08, 3103.03, 3109.15, 3109.16, 3109.17, 3109.172, 3109.178, 3109.53, 3109.66, 3111.01, 3111.04, 3111.041, 3111.06, 3111.07, 3111.111, 3111.15, 3111.21, 3111.22, 3111.23, 3111.29, 3111.31, 3111.38, 3111.381, 3111.44, 3111.48, 3111.49, 3111.71, 3111.72, 3111.78, 3119.01, 3119.023, 3119.06, 3119.07, 3121.29, 3123.89, 3123.90, 3125.18, 3301.071, 3301.0711, 3301.0714, 3301.0723, 3301.52, 3301.57, 3301.58, 3302.021, 3302.03, 3302.07, 3310.03, 3310.032, 3310.035, 3310.13, 3310.16, 3310.41, 3310.43, 3310.52, 3313.33, 3313.41, 3313.411, 3313.48, 3313.603, 3313.61, 3313.611, 3313.612, 3313.618, 3313.619, 3313.902, 3313.975, 3313.976, 3313.978, 3314.016, 3314.017, 3314.03, 3314.034, 3314.08, 3314.23, 3315.37, 3316.042, 3317.011, 3317.012, 3317.014, 3317.016, 3317.017, 3317.018, 3317.019, 3317.0110, 3317.02, 3317.021, 3317.022, 3317.024, 3317.026, 3317.0212, 3317.0213, 3317.0214, 3317.0215, 3317.0217, 3317.051, 3317.06, 3317.11, 3317.16, 3317.161, 3317.20, 3317.201, 3317.25, 3318.08, 3319.074, 3319.077, 3319.088, 3319.22, 3319.223, 3319.236, 3319.238, 3319.239, 3319.26, 3319.283, 3319.291, 3319.316, 3319.391, 3323.251, 3324.05, 3324.09, 3325.01, 3325.011, 3325.02, 3325.03, 3325.04, 3325.05, 3325.06, 3325.07, 3325.071, 3325.08, 3325.09, 3325.10, 3325.11, 3325.12, 3325.13, 3325.15, 3325.16, 3325.17, 3326.11, 3326.34, 3326.44, 3327.01, 3327.016, 3327.02, 3327.021, 3327.10, 3328.24, 3332.092, 3333.012, 3333.021, 3333.032, 3333.04, 3333.041, 3333.044, 3333.048, 3333.122, 3333.127, 3333.16, 3333.163, 3333.26, 3333.28, 3333.375, 3333.38, 3333.70, 3333.74, 3335.02, 3335.09, 3337.01, 3339.01, 3341.02, 3343.02, 3344.01, 3345.027, 3345.10, 3345.32, 3345.38, 3345.45, 3345.47, 3345.48, 3350.10, 3352.01, 3353.02, 3354.05, 3354.121, 3356.01, 3357.021, 3357.05, 3358.03, 3359.01, 3361.01, 3362.01, 3364.01, 3365.07, 3375.41, 3379.02, 3501.01, 3501.27, 3503.13, 3503.15, 3505.061, 3505.31, 3505.32, 3513.22, 3517.10, 3517.20, 3701.021, 3701.022, 3701.023, 3701.024, 3701.025, 3701.026, 3701.027, 3701.028, 3701.0210, 3701.242, 3701.501, 3701.507, 3701.508, 3701.509, 3701.68, 3701.741, 3701.78, 3701.953, 3702.511, 3702.52, 3702.532, 3702.54, 3702.544, 3702.55, 3702.57, 3702.60, 3702.61, 3702.87, 3702.92, 3702.987, 3704.14, 3705.091, 3705.17, 3706.01, 3706.12, 3711.14, 3714.073, 3721.01, 3721.026, 3722.04, 3722.07, 3725.05, 3727.17, 3727.44, 3733.41, 3733.43, 3733.431, 3733.45, 3733.46, 3733.47, 3733.471, 3734.01, 3734.57, 3734.74, 3734.822, 3734.83, 3734.85, 3734.901, 3737.02, 3737.83, 3737.88, 3737.882, 3740.01, 3742.32, 3745.015, 3745.11, 3745.30, 3746.13, 3770.03, 3770.071, 3770.99, 3772.01, 3772.031, 3773.33, 3775.01, 3775.02, 3775.07, 3794.03, 3794.09, 3796.02, 3796.03, 3796.032, 3796.05, 3796.06, 3796.061, 3796.08, 3796.10, 3796.11, 3796.12, 3796.13, 3796.14, 3796.15, 3796.16, 3796.17, 3796.19, 3796.20, 3796.22, 3796.23, 3796.27, 3796.30, 3901.021, 3901.07, 3901.071, 3901.321, 3905.471, 3913.13, 3913.23, 3919.19, 3921.28, 3923.24, 3923.241, 3929.56, 3930.13, 3931.08, 3951.01, 3959.12, 3964.03, 3964.13, 3964.15, 4104.33, 4105.17, 4109.05, 4109.22, 4112.32, 4113.52, 4117.14, 4117.15, 4121.443, 4141.21, 4141.22, 4141.241, 4141.28, 4141.31, 4141.43, 4301.19, 4301.441, 4301.26, 4301.62, 4303.184, 4303.2011, 4303.271, 4303.30, 4313.02, 4501.21, 4501.27, 4503.03, 4503.038, 4503.27, 4503.271, 4503.28, 4503.30, 4503.301, 4503.31, 4503.311, 4503.312, 4503.32, 4503.33, 4503.34, 4503.44, 4503.519, 4503.584, 4503.703, 4504.22, 4505.061, 4506.04, 4506.06, 4506.09, 4506.10, 4506.11, 4506.15, 4506.16, 4506.17, 4506.24, 4507.01, 4507.061, 4507.09, 4507.13, 4507.49, 4507.50, 4507.52, 4508.06, 4509.101, 4511.191, 4511.69, 4511.76, 4513.17, 4516.01, 4516.02, 4516.05, 4516.06, 4516.08, 4516.09, 4516.10, 4517.01, 4517.05, 4517.06, 4517.07, 4517.08, 4517.32, 4701.06, 4701.10, 4701.13, 4701.17, 4701.26, 4703.01, 4703.15, 4703.44, 4707.02, 4709.07, 4709.10, 4713.28, 4713.64, 4715.036, 4715.30, 4717.14, 4717.26, 4723.063, 4723.281, 4723.481, 4723.52, 4725.24, 4729.41, 4729.51, 4729.54, 4729.541, 4729.55, 4729.571, 4729.60, 4729.80, 4729.86, 4729.99, 4730.25, 4730.26, 4730.411, 4730.56, 4731.071, 4731.08, 4731.22, 4731.481, 4731.83, 4732.17, 4734.161, 4734.31, 4734.36, 4734.37, 4735.01, 4735.03, 4735.05, 4735.052, 4735.06, 4735.07, 4735.09, 4735.12, 4735.13, 4735.143, 4735.15, 4735.18, 4735.211, 4737.04, 4740.16, 4741.22, 4751.02, 4751.30, 4755.11, 4755.411, 4755.45, 4755.451, 4755.47, 4755.482, 4755.64, 4757.03, 4757.361, 4759.05, 4759.07, 4760.13, 4760.14, 4761.03, 4761.09, 4762.02, 4762.10, 4762.13, 4762.14, 4762.19, 4763.05, 4763.11, 4763.15, 4763.16, 4764.06, 4764.07, 4764.16, 4764.18, 4765.02, 4765.04, 4765.112, 4765.114, 4766.07, 4766.11, 4767.03, 4767.10, 4768.03, 4768.06, 4768.14, 4768.15, 4773.06, 4774.13, 4774.14, 4776.01, 4776.02, 4776.04, 4776.20, 4778.14, 4778.18, 4779.29, 4779.35, 4781.121, 4781.17, 4781.54, 4783.10, 4785.09, 4905.03, 4925.09, 4929.16, 4929.161, 4929.162, 4929.163, 4929.165, 4929.18, 5101.04, 5101.26, 5101.28, 5101.33, 5101.342, 5101.35, 5101.54, 5101.542, 5101.80, 5101.801, 5101.806, 5101.87, 5103.02, 5103.03, 5103.032, 5103.033, 5103.036, 5103.0313, 5103.0314, 5103.0322, 5103.0323, 5103.0326, 5103.05, 5103.18, 5103.181, 5103.20, 5103.37, 5103.391, 5103.41, 5103.422, 5103.50, 5104.015, 5104.017, 5104.018, 5104.02, 5104.042, 5104.29, 5104.31, 5107.36, 5107.54, 5107.58, 5119.01, 5119.19, 5119.33, 5119.34, 5119.35, 5119.36, 5119.363, 5119.37, 5119.48, 5119.61, 5119.90, 5119.99, 5123.0412, 5123.0419, 5123.19, 5123.35, 5123.60, 5123.601, 5123.603, 5124.01, 5124.15, 5124.45, 5124.70, 5126.021, 5145.161, 5145.163, 5149.101, 5149.38, 5153.122, 5153.123, 5153.124, 5153.127, 5153.16, 5153.161, 5153.162, 5153.17, 5160.35, 5160.40, 5160.45, 5162.01, 5162.07, 5162.364, 5162.70, 5163.06, 5164.02, 5164.34, 5164.341, 5164.342, 5164.35, 5164.36, 5164.38, 5164.60, 5164.72, 5164.78, 5165.01, 5165.109, 5165.15, 5165.151, 5165.152, 5165.16, 5165.19, 5165.192, 5165.26, 5165.36, 5165.52, 5165.521, 5165.525, 5165.526, 5165.528, 5165.771, 5165.87, 5166.01, 5166.02, 5166.16, 5166.30, 5166.32, 5166.37, 5167.12, 5168.02, 5168.14, 5168.26, 5301.80, 5301.90, 5301.91, 5315.02, 5321.01, 5502.262, 5502.701, 5502.702, 5512.07, 5537.17, 5549.21, 5555.61, 5595.01, 5595.03, 5595.04, 5595.05, 5595.06, 5703.03, 5703.052, 5703.056, 5703.21, 5703.37, 5703.53, 5703.77, 5705.01, 5705.391, 5709.40, 5709.48, 5709.481, 5709.49, 5709.50, 5709.51, 5709.73, 5709.78, 5709.83, 5711.29, 5713.03, 5715.01, 5715.012, 5721.14, 5721.18, 5725.05, 5725.98, 5726.01, 5726.04, 5726.56, 5726.98, 5727.28, 5727.30, 5727.42, 5727.47, 5727.75, 5727.91, 5729.98, 5731.27, 5733.031, 5735.024, 5735.04, 5735.041, 5735.042, 5735.043, 5735.044, 5736.07, 5739.01, 5739.02, 5739.03, 5739.05, 5739.08, 5739.09, 5739.19, 5739.30, 5741.11, 5743.01, 5743.021, 5743.025, 5743.03, 5743.05, 5743.15, 5743.33, 5743.51, 5743.52, 5743.53, 5743.54, 5743.55, 5743.56, 5743.57, 5743.59, 5743.60, 5743.61, 5743.62, 5743.63, 5743.64, 5747.01, 5747.02, 5747.025, 5747.05, 5747.06, 5747.07, 5747.072, 5747.11, 5747.13, 5747.501, 5747.53, 5747.73, 5747.75, 5747.98, 5749.06, 5749.17, 5751.01, 5751.02, 5751.03, 5751.04, 5751.05, 5751.051, 5751.06, 5751.08, 5751.091, 5751.51, 5751.98, 5753.021, 5753.031, 5813.06, 5902.09, 5910.01, 5910.02, 5910.031, 5910.032, 5910.04, 5910.05, 5910.06, 5910.07, 5910.08, 5913.01, 5922.01, 5923.12, 6119.10, and 6131.43; to amend, for the purpose of adopting new section numbers as indicated in parentheses, sections 107.035 (107.034), 113.41 (125.903), 125.22 (126.42), 126.021 (126.023), 718.021 (718.17), 731.26 (731.25), 2151.3534 (2151.3527), 3333.03 (3333.01), 3727.44 (3727.34), 5103.422 (5103.42), and 5902.09 (5119.20); to enact new sections 107.035, 126.021, 718.021, 3313.482, and 3333.045 and sections 5.2320, 5.55, 9.17, 9.681, 101.55, 107.13, 107.22, 107.23, 107.24, 109.113, 109.461, 111.11, 117.092, 119.05, 121.376, 122.4032, 122.631, 122.632, 122.633, 122.852, 125.036, 125.183, 145.196, 145.335, 149.3010, 173.394, 173.525, 175.16, 175.17, 175.20, 182.02, 191.01, 191.02, 191.03, 191.05, 191.07, 191.10, 191.13, 191.15, 191.17, 191.19, 191.21, 191.24, 191.27, 191.30, 191.33, 191.35, 191.37, 191.40, 191.43, 191.44, 191.45, 303.65, 503.59, 504.121, 504.122, 504.123, 504.124, 504.125, 504.126, 519.26, 713.16, 715.693, 718.821, 1349.09, 1501.014, 1501.16, 1509.051, 1546.24, 1546.32, 1715.551, 1901.313, 1907.202, 2151.3533, 2152.261, 2329.261, 3109.054, 3119.95, 3119.951, 3119.953, 3119.955, 3119.957, 3119.9511, 3119.9513, 3119.9515, 3119.9517, 3119.9519, 3119.9523, 3119.9525, 3119.9527, 3119.9529, 3119.9531, 3119.9533, 3119.9535, 3119.9537, 3119.9539, 3119.9541, 3301.0727, 3301.0731, 3301.85, 3302.0310, 3302.111, 3309.363, 3310.08, 3310.581, 3313.5319, 3313.6028, 3313.6029, 3313.6030, 3313.6413, 3313.7117, 3313.831, 3313.901, 3313.984, 3314.104, 3314.381, 3314.382, 3317.163, 3317.26, 3319.0812, 3319.2210, 3319.2213, 3322.20, 3322.24, 3327.102, 3333.129, 3333.24, 3333.261, 3333.303, 3335.39, 3345.029, 3345.0216, 3345.0217, 3345.0218, 3345.382, 3345.451, 3345.452, 3345.453, 3345.454, 3345.455, 3345.591, 3345.60, 3345.80, 3345.87, 3357.131, 3364.07, 3503.151, 3503.152, 3503.153, 3701.25, 3701.251, 3701.252, 3701.253, 3701.254, 3701.255, 3702.3012, 3706.051, 3727.25, 3727.31, 3727.32, 3727.33, 3727.34, 3734.48, 3734.579, 3737.833, 3781.032, 3781.062, 3792.05, 4112.33, 4112.34, 4141.211, 4303.188, 4507.501, 4511.765, 4517.35, 4731.37, 4925.11, 4928.85, 4928.86, 4928.88, 4928.89, 4934.01, 4934.03, 4934.05, 4934.08, 4934.11, 5101.136, 5101.137, 5101.331, 5101.546, 5101.547, 5101.549, 5101.75, 5101.805, 5101.98, 5103.021, 5119.334, 5119.343, 5119.367, 5119.39, 5119.391, 5119.392, 5119.393, 5119.394, 5119.395, 5119.396, 5119.397, 5124.75, 5126.0223, 5162.137, 5162.138, 5163.063, 5163.103, 5163.51, 5164.092, 5164.913, 5167.35, 5167.50, 5301.256, 5301.94, 5323.10, 5502.69, 5595.041, 5595.042, 5705.2114, 5709.56, 5725.36, 5725.37, 5726.58, 5726.59, 5726.60, 5728.16, 5729.19, 5729.20, 5739.093, 5739.41, 5743.06, 5747.67, 5747.83, 5747.84, 5747.85, 5751.55, 5910.021, and 6301.13; and to repeal sections 101.38, 107.034, 117.464, 117.465, 117.471, 117.472, 121.371, 121.372, 121.374, 121.83, 122.65, 122.651, 122.652, 122.653, 122.654, 122.655, 122.656, 122.657, 122.658, 122.659, 122.99, 123.14, 126.231, 131.38, 175.03, 184.03, 340.20, 505.103, 717.21, 731.25, 907.30, 2151.3529, 2151.3535, 3107.018, 3111.40, 3121.46, 3302.039, 3313.482, 3317.0218, 3317.162, 3318.50, 3318.52, 3325.14, 3333.01, 3333.011, 3333.02, 3333.045, 3333.12, 3333.167, 3333.731, 3333.80, 3333.801, 3333.802, 3702.541, 3720.041, 3727.42, 3727.43, 3727.45, 3733.49, 3737.883, 3745.40, 3796.04, 4141.031, 4729.553, 4731.112, 4762.11, 4762.12, 4781.02, 5101.143, 5103.301, 5103.31, 5103.33, 5103.34, 5103.35, 5103.36, 5103.361, 5103.362, 5103.363, 5103.38, 5103.42, 5103.421, 5103.51, 5119.191, 5119.361, 5123.195, 5124.39, 5126.38, 5163.52, 5164.05, 5166.12, 5166.14, 5166.141, 5167.102, 5726.041, 5743.511, 5743.521, 5743.621, 5743.631, 6133.15, and 6301.12 of the Revised Code; to amend Section 4 of S.B. 1 of the 134th General Assembly as subsequently amended and codify it as section 3319.102 of the Revised Code; to amend Section 3 of S.B. 166 of the 134th General Assembly and codify it as section 4123.345 of the Revised Code; to amend Section 5 of H.B. 123 of the 133rd General Assembly as subsequently amended and codify it as section 3317.22 of the Revised Code; to amend the versions of sections 109.77, 173.21, 173.391, 1321.64, 3301.071, 3319.088, 3319.22, 3319.26, 3327.10, 3704.14, 3737.83, 4701.06, 4701.10, 4709.07, 4709.10, 4713.28, 4735.07, 4735.09, 4755.411, 4755.45, 4755.451, 4755.482, 4759.05, 4763.05, and 4781.17 of the Revised Code that are scheduled to take effect December 29, 2023, and the versions of sections 111.15, 3702.52, 3702.55, 3711.14, 4723.481, and 4730.411 of the Revised Code that are scheduled to take effect September 30, 2024, to continue the changes on and after those effective dates; to repeal the version of section 4740.05 of the Revised Code that is scheduled to take effect December 29, 2023; to repeal the repeal of section 4740.08 of the Revised Code that is scheduled to take effect December 29, 2023, and to amend section 4740.08 of the Revised Code effective on December 29, 2023; to repeal section 5126.022 of the Revised Code on July 1, 2025; to repeal section 175.051 of the Revised Code on January 1, 2024; to amend the version of section 4717.09 of the Revised Code that is scheduled to take effect on December 31, 2024; to repeal the versions of sections 4717.01, 4717.02, 4717.03, 4717.04, 4717.06, 4717.07, 4717.08, 4717.11, 4717.13, 4717.15, 4717.36, and 4717.41 of the Revised Code that are scheduled to take effect on December 31, 2024; to amend sections 121.02, 121.03, 121.35, 121.37, 121.40, 3109.15, 3109.16, 3109.17, 3109.179, 5101.34, 5101.341, and 5101.342 and to enact sections 5180.01 and 5180.02 of the Revised Code and, on January 1, 2025, to amend sections 9.55, 103.60, 109.65, 109.746, 121.37, 131.33, 131.41, 135.79, 153.39, 307.98, 307.981, 329.04, 2151.011, 2151.152, 2151.281, 2151.316, 2151.353, 2151.3519, 2151.3534, 2151.36, 2151.39, 2151.412, 2151.413, 2151.416, 2151.421, 2151.429, 2151.4228, 2151.4229, 2151.4230, 2151.4231, 2151.4232, 2151.4233, 2151.452, 2151.454, 2151.84, 2151.86, 2151.90, 2151.904, 2151.9010, 2152.192, 2705.02, 2950.08, 2950.11, 2950.13, 3101.041, 3107.012, 3107.013, 3107.014, 3107.015, 3107.016, 3107.017, 3107.031, 3107.032, 3107.033, 3107.034, 3107.035, 3107.051, 3107.081, 3107.083, 3107.09, 3107.091, 3107.10, 3107.101, 3107.12, 3107.13, 3107.141, 3107.17, 3107.39, 3109.172, 3109.174, 3109.401, 3301.079, 3301.0714, 3301.0715, 3301.0723, 3301.15, 3301.30, 3301.311, 3301.32, 3301.50, 3301.53, 3301.55, 3301.56, 3301.57, 3301.58, 3301.59, 3301.94, 3313.64, 3313.646, 3314.03, 3314.06, 3314.08, 3323.022, 3323.20, 3323.32, 3325.06, 3325.07, 3701.507, 3701.61, 3701.611, 3701.612, 3701.613, 3701.614, 3701.63, 3701.64, 3701.66, 3701.67, 3701.671, 3701.68, 3701.78, 3701.80, 3701.95, 3701.951, 3701.952, 3701.953, 3701.97, 3705.32, 3705.36, 3705.40, 3737.22, 3742.32, 3781.06, 3781.10, 3798.01, 4112.12, 5101.09, 5101.11, 5101.111, 5101.12, 5101.13, 5101.132, 5101.134, 5101.135, 5101.14, 5101.141, 5101.142, 5101.145, 5101.146, 5101.147, 5101.148, 5101.1410, 5101.1411, 5101.1412, 5101.1413, 5101.1414, 5101.1417, 5101.1418, 5101.15, 5101.183, 5101.19, 5101.191, 5101.193, 5101.194, 5101.21, 5101.214, 5101.216, 5101.22, 5101.221, 5101.23, 5101.24, 5101.243, 5101.244, 5101.25, 5101.26, 5101.27, 5101.29, 5101.32, 5101.35, 5101.37, 5101.46, 5101.47, 5101.76, 5101.77, 5101.78, 5101.80, 5101.801, 5101.802, 5101.803, 5101.804, 5101.83, 5101.851, 5101.853, 5101.855, 5101.856, 5101.881, 5101.885, 5101.8811, 5103.02, 5103.03, 5103.031, 5103.032, 5103.033, 5103.034, 5103.036, 5103.037, 5103.038, 5103.0310, 5103.0312, 5103.0313, 5103.0314, 5103.0315, 5103.0316, 5103.0317, 5103.0319, 5103.0320, 5103.0321, 5103.0322, 5103.0323, 5103.0325, 5103.0326, 5103.0328, 5103.0329, 5103.04, 5103.05, 5103.051, 5103.07, 5103.08, 5103.11, 5103.12, 5103.13, 5103.131, 5103.14, 5103.151, 5103.152, 5103.155, 5103.16, 5103.163, 5103.17, 5103.18, 5103.181, 5103.21, 5103.22, 5103.232, 5103.233, 5103.30, 5103.303, 5103.32, 5103.39, 5103.391, 5103.40, 5103.41, 5103.50, 5103.52, 5103.53, 5103.54, 5103.58, 5103.59, 5103.602, 5103.603, 5103.6010, 5103.6011, 5103.6015, 5103.6017, 5103.6018, 5103.611, 5103.612, 5103.615, 5103.617, 5104.01, 5104.013, 5104.015, 5104.016, 5104.017, 5104.018, 5104.019, 5104.0111, 5104.0112, 5104.02, 5104.021, 5104.022, 5104.03, 5104.034, 5104.038, 5104.04, 5104.041, 5104.042, 5104.043, 5104.05, 5104.052, 5104.053, 5104.054, 5104.06, 5104.07, 5104.08, 5104.081, 5104.10, 5104.12, 5104.13, 5104.14, 5104.21, 5104.211, 5104.22, 5104.25, 5104.29, 5104.30, 5104.301, 5104.31, 5104.32, 5104.33, 5104.34, 5104.36, 5104.38, 5104.382, 5104.39, 5104.42, 5104.44, 5107.24, 5123.02, 5123.024, 5123.026, 5123.0421, 5123.0422, 5123.0423, 5139.39, 5153.01, 5153.111, 5153.113, 5153.121, 5153.122, 5153.123, 5153.124, 5153.14, 5153.16, 5153.163, 5153.166, 5153.17, 5153.175, 5153.20, 5153.21, 5153.22, 5153.27, 5153.29, 5153.30, 5153.32, 5153.35, 5153.36, 5153.38, 5153.49, 5153.52, 5160.011, 5162.11, 5162.135, 5164.15, 5166.01, and 5167.16; to amend, for the purpose of adopting new section numbers as indicated in parentheses, sections 3301.90 (5104.50), 3701.61 (5180.21), 3701.611 (5180.22), 3701.612 (5180.23), 3701.613 (5180.24), 3701.614 (5180.25), 3701.63 (5180.14), 3701.64 (5180.15), 3701.66 (5180.16), 3701.67 (5180.17), 3701.671 (5180.18), 3701.68 (5180.10), 3701.95 (5180.20), 3701.951 (5180.11), 3701.952 (5180.19), 3701.953 (5180.13), 3701.97 (5180.12), 5123.024 (5180.31), 5123.0421 (5180.32), 5123.0422 (5180.34), and 5123.0423 (5180.33); to enact sections 5104.51, 5104.52, and 5180.30; and to repeal section 3301.521 of the Revised Code; to amend sections 109.57, 349.01, 921.06, 1923.01,
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
• Sponsors: 15 : Jay Edwards (R)*, Andrew Brenner (R), Jerry Cirino (R), Matt Dolan (R), Theresa Gavarone (R), Bob Hackett (R), Steve Huffman (R), Terry Johnson (R), George Lang (R), Rob McColley (R), Bill Reineke (R), Kristina Roegner (R), Mark Romanchuk (R), Tim Schaffer (R), Shane Wilkin (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 151
• Last Amended: 07/03/2023
• Last Action: Item passed notwithstanding objections of the Governor
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NM bill #HB227 • Last Action 01/24/2024
Phase In Class Load Limits
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill phases in maximum class load limits for elementary school teachers in New Mexico over several school years, replacing the previous average class load limits with these new maximum limits. The bill also allows for waivers from the class load requirements in certain circumstances, requires school districts to report on class load waivers on their websites, and mandates that school and charter school educational plans include information on class and teaching loads. Additionally, the bill appropriates $1.43 million to the public school capital outlay fund to help provide additional classroom space for schools that need it to comply with the new class load maximums. The provisions of this bill apply to the 2024-2025 and subsequent school years.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS; PHASING IN MAXIMUM CLASS LOAD LIMITS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CLASSES; REPLACING AVERAGE CLASS LOAD LIMITS WITH MAXIMUM CLASS LOADS; ALLOWING WAIVERS; REQUIRING SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO REPORT CLASS LOAD WAIVERS ON THEIR WEBSITES; REQUIRING SCHOOL AND CHARTER SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL PLANS TO REPORT CLASS AND TEACHING LOADS; REQUIRING THE PUBLIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT TO CREATE AND MAINTAIN AN ONLINE PORTAL TO RECEIVE CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS OF CLASS LOAD VIOLATIONS; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ray Lara (D)*, Mirabal Mirabal Moya (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/24/2024
• Last Action: Action Postponed Indefinitely
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AZ bill #HB2620 • Last Action 01/24/2024
Voting equipment; requirements; origin
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 16-442 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, which relates to voting equipment. The key provisions are: 1. The Secretary of State must appoint a committee of three individuals to investigate and test vote recording or tabulating machines or devices for use in Arizona. The committee must have at least one member with at least five years of experience with and knowledge of electronic voting systems, procedures, and security. 2. Beginning January 1, 2029, the Secretary of State shall not certify any vote recording and vote tabulating machines or devices used for federal, state, or county elections unless 100% of the parts, components, manufacturing, and assembly are sourced and performed in the United States. This requirement does not apply to machines or devices acquired before January 1, 2028. 3. The Secretary of State may revoke the certification of or prohibit the use of any voting system or device that is not certified for use in Arizona or includes uncertified hardware, firmware, or software.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending section 16-442, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to voting equipment.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 10 : Steve Montenegro (R)*, Selina Bliss (R), Tim Dunn (R), Barbara Parker (R), Kevin Payne (R), Austin Smith (R), Julie Willoughby (R), Shawnna Bolick (R), David Gowan (R), Janae Shamp (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/11/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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AZ bill #HB2270 • Last Action 01/23/2024
Homeowners' associations; meetings
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of Arizona's statutes relating to condominiums and planned communities. The key provisions are: 1. It allows unit owners or members to remove board members (other than those appointed by the declarant) by a majority vote at a special meeting called for that purpose, with specific requirements for the petition process and meeting procedures. 2. It expands the open meeting requirements for condominium and planned community associations, including specifying what matters can be discussed in closed sessions, requiring advance notice and agendas, allowing unit owners/members to speak, and making draft minutes available. 3. It requires annual formal meetings of the unit owners/members association to elect board members and conduct other business, with provisions for reconvening the meeting if a quorum is not achieved. Overall, the bill aims to increase transparency and member participation in the governance of condominium and planned community associations.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 33-1243, 33-1248, 33-1804 and 33-1813, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to condominiums and planned communities.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Parker (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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AZ bill #HB2351 • Last Action 01/23/2024
Election procedures; registrations; campaign finance
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Expands automatic voter registration to include certain interactions with the Department of Transportation and other state agencies, requiring them to electronically transmit voter registration information to the Secretary of State, who will then process the registrations. The bill also allows for same-day voter registration at polling places, lowers individual contribution limits for candidate committees, increases the number of supplemental clean elections funding grants available to participating candidates, and requires the placement of at least one polling place on Indian lands in each county. Additionally, the bill mandates the implementation of risk-limiting audits for elections by the end of 2026 and provides for a $5 tax credit contribution option to the Citizens Clean Elections Fund.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 16-101 and 16-112, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 16, chapter 1, article 1.1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding sections 16-113 and 16-114; amending sections 16-120 and 16-121.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 16, chapter 1, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 16-129; amending sections 16-152, 16-166 and 16-182, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 16, chapter 4, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 16-406.01; amending title 16, chapter 4, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 16-414; amending sections 16-542, 16-547, 16-548 and 16-550, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 16, chapter 4, article 10, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 16-602.01; amending sections 16-901, 16-912, 16-914, 16-917, 16-941, 16-945 and 16-951, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 16, chapter 6, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 16-951.01; amending sections 16-953, 16-954, 16-956 and 16-961, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to elections and electors.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Stephanie Stahl Hamilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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MI bill #HJRL • Last Action 01/23/2024
Legislature: apportionment; independent citizens redistricting commission; abolish. Amends sec. 1, art. IV, secs. 1, 2 & 4, art. V & secs. 1 & 4, art. VI; adds secs. 6a & 6b to art. IV & repeals sec. 6, art. IV of the state constitution.
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 1 of article IV, sections 1, 2, and 4 of article V, and sections 1 and 4 of article VI; adding sections 6a and 6b to article IV; and repealing section 6 of article IV, to abolish the independent citizens redistricting commission and provide for redistricting by the legislature.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Greg Markkanen (R)*, Dave Prestin (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Printed Joint Resolution Filed 01/18/2024
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MO bill #SB728 • Last Action 01/23/2024
Creates provisions relating to public elementary and secondary school students
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the "Parents' Bill of Rights Act of 2024" and establishes various rights for parents regarding their children's education records, curriculum materials, and school activities. It also prohibits school officials from encouraging students under 18 to adopt a gender identity or sexual orientation different from their biological sex. The bill requires schools to notify parents if their child discusses gender identity or asks to use different pronouns. It also restricts schools from allowing students to use names or clothing, or participate in activities, without parental permission, and from encouraging gender reassignment procedures. The bill includes enforcement mechanisms, such as potential teacher license revocation and civil lawsuits for violations. Additionally, it mandates that public schools provide separate facilities (e.g., restrooms, locker rooms) based on students' biological sex, with limited exceptions requiring parental consent.
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Bill Summary: Creates provisions relating to public elementary and secondary school students
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• Introduced: 12/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Andrew Koenig (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/23/2024
• Last Action: SCS Voted Do Pass S Education and Workforce Development Committee (3235S.02C)
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AZ bill #SB1103 • Last Action 01/23/2024
State hospital; governing board; governance
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a state hospital governing board to oversee the Arizona state hospital, including the Arizona community protection and treatment center. The governing board consists of seven members appointed by the governor, president of the senate, and speaker of the house. The bill transfers authority over the state hospital from the department of health services to the governing board, outlines the board's duties, and makes numerous changes to the laws governing the state hospital and its administration. The bill also requires the governing board to hold public hearings and report to the legislature on any leases or subleases of state hospital lands or buildings.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 3-607, 8-201, 11-812 and 23-618.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 36-103.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending sections 36-132, 36-136, 36-137, 36-201, 36-202, 36-202.01, 36-203, 36-204 and 36-205, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 36, chapter 2, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding sections 36-205.01 and 36-205.02; amending sections 36-206, 36-208, 36-209, 36-210, 36-212 and 36-213, Arizona Revised Statutes; repealing section 36-214, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending sections 36-216, 36-217 and 36-218, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 36, chapter 2, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 36-220; amending sections 36-407.03, 36-420.03, 36-501, 36-502.01, 36-503.03, 36-533, 36-541, 36-545.01, 36-545.08, 36-1672, 36-3701, 36-3702, 36-3704, 36-3705, 36-3707, 36-3708, 36-3709, 36-3710, 36-3711, 36-3712, 36-3714, 36-3717, 37-802, 37-803, 41-2752, 41-3803 and 49-104, Arizona Revised Statutes; appropriating monies; relating to the Arizona state hospital.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 9 : Catherine Miranda (D)*, Brian Fernandez (D), Sally Gonzales (D), Anna Hernandez (D), T.J. Shope (R), Justine Wadsack (R), Consuelo Hernandez (D), Judy Schwiebert (D), Laura Terech (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/16/2024
• Last Action: Senate read second time
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GA bill #SB361 • Last Action 01/23/2024
Meetings Open to the Public; authorized nonemergency teleconference meetings in which members of nonstatewide agencies participate; increase the number
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Georgia Open Meetings Act to increase the number of authorized nonemergency teleconference meetings in which members of nonstatewide agencies can participate each year from twice to six times. The bill also clarifies that no declaration of a state of emergency is necessary for an agency to find that emergency conditions exist, allowing the agency to conduct teleconference meetings for public safety or preservation of property or public services. The bill also allows a member to participate by teleconference if necessary due to health or absence from the jurisdiction, as long as a quorum is present in person.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Code Section 50-14-1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to meetings open to the public, limitation on action to contest agency action, recording, notice of time and place, access to minutes, and teleconferences, so as to increase the number of authorized nonemergency teleconference meetings in which members of nonstatewide agencies can participate each year; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2024
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 19 : Greg Dolezal (R)*, Frank Ginn (R)*, Randy Robertson (R)*, John Kennedy (R)*, Billy Hickman (R)*, Max Burns (R)*, Larry Walker (R)*, John Albers (R)*, Carden Summers (R)*, Ben Watson (R)*, Chuck Hufstetler (R)*, Shawn Still (R)*, Chuck Payne (R)*, Mike Hodges (R)*, Shelly Echols (R)*, Brian Strickland (R)*, Marty Harbin (R)*, Lee Anderson (R)*, Sam Watson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/22/2024
• Last Action: Senate Read and Referred
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AZ bill #HB2357 • Last Action 01/22/2024
Watershed health; use; survey
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Amends Arizona's water laws by adding new definitions, including "ecological water needs" and "watershed health uses," and expanding the powers and duties of the Director of the Department of Water Resources. - Requires the Director to issue a report every three years assessing the overall health of each watershed in the state based on factors like hydrology, habitat condition, and water quality. - Allows for the appropriation of water for "watershed health uses" in addition to the existing permitted uses like domestic, municipal, and irrigation. - Exempts applications for permits to appropriate water for "watershed health uses" from certain requirements that apply to other instream flow applications. - Makes other changes related to the transfer of water rights. The bill aims to better manage and protect the state's water resources, particularly the ecological needs of watersheds and water ecosystems.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 45-101, 45-105, 45-151, 45-152.01 and 45-172, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to waters.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 12 : Stephanie Stahl Hamilton (D)*, Cesar Aguilar (D), Lorena Austin (D), Patty Contreras (D), Oscar De Los Santos (D), Nancy Gutierrez (D), Chris Mathis (D), Mae Peshlakai (D), Mariana Sandoval (D), Stacey Travers (D), Betty Villegas (D), Rosanna Gabaldón (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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AZ bill #HB2420 • Last Action 01/22/2024
Schools; corporal punishment; prohibition
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits the use of corporal punishment in Arizona schools. It amends current law to clarify that while restraint and seclusion techniques can be used in certain emergency situations, this does not include the infliction of physical pain as a means of discipline. The bill also updates procedures for student discipline, suspension, and expulsion, including requiring schools to consider alternative interventions before suspending or expelling younger students, and providing readmission procedures for those students.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending section 15-105, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 15, chapter 1, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-120.05; amending section 15-843, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to student discipline.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 26 : Laura Terech (D)*, Cesar Aguilar (D), Lorena Austin (D), Seth Blattman (D), Lupe Contreras (D), Patty Contreras (D), Quantá Crews (D), Oscar De Los Santos (D), Nancy Gutierrez (D), Laurin Hendrix (R), Lydia Hernandez (D), Melody Hernandez (D), Chris Mathis (D), Analise Ortiz (D), Jennifer Pawlik (D), Mae Peshlakai (D), Marcelino Quiñonez (D), Judy Schwiebert (D), Keith Seaman (D), Amish Shah (D), Stacey Travers (D), Myron Tsosie (D), Betty Villegas (D), Christine Marsh (D), T.J. Shope (R), Priya Sundareshan (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/11/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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AZ bill #HB2465 • Last Action 01/22/2024
School districts; leases; affordable housing
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arizona state law to allow school districts to enter into lease agreements for school buildings or grounds with nonprofit entities that provide affordable housing, as long as the lease includes an agreement for the lessee to offer a minimum number of rental units to school district employees at below-market rates. This provides school districts with additional flexibility to utilize their facilities to support affordable housing for their employees, which can help with teacher recruitment and retention.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending section 15-342, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to school district governing boards.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 2 : Analise Ortiz (D)*, Ken Bennett (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/11/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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WA bill #SB5888 • Last Action 01/19/2024
Concerning statewide health care coordination and communication regarding individuals housed in confinement settings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Council of Health Care Coordination for Justice-Involved Youth and Adults, located within the Department of Health, to address coordination and communication between tribes, state, and local agencies that house individuals in confinement settings. The council will review current laws and policies related to health care information sharing, make recommendations to improve coordination and communication, and submit annual reports on its activities. The bill defines "confined" or "confinement" as incarceration in a correctional institution or admission to an institute for mental disease. The council will include representatives from various state agencies, local governments, tribes, and individuals with relevant lived experiences.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to statewide health care coordination and 2 communication regarding individuals housed in confinement settings; 3 and adding a new chapter to Title 70 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 12/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Claire Wilson (D)*, Matt Boehnke (R), Bob Hasegawa (D), Joe Nguyen (D), T'wina Nobles (D), Lisa Wellman (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/18/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Ways & Means.
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IL bill #SB2821 • Last Action 01/19/2024
SCH CD-THIRD-PARTY CONTRACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits the Chicago Board of Education from contracting with a third party on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act for services relating to custodial, dietary, or daily maintenance of a district facility. The bill makes conforming changes to existing law regarding the powers of the Chicago Board of Education, contracts, and expenses and liabilities without appropriation. The State Mandates Act may require reimbursement for this legislation.
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Bill Summary: 105 ILCS 5/34-8.1 from Ch. 122, par. 34-8.1 105 ILCS 5/34-18 from Ch. 122, par. 34-18 105 ILCS 5/34-21.3 from Ch. 122, par. 34-21.3 105 ILCS 5/34-49 from Ch. 122, par. 34-49 Amends the Chicago School District Article of the School Code. Provides that the Chicago Board of Education may not contract with a third party on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act for services relating to custodial, dietary, or daily maintenance of a district facility. Makes conforming changes. STATE MANDATES ACT MAY REQUIRE REIMBURSEMENT MAY APPLY
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• Introduced: 01/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Javier Cervantes (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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MI bill #HB5062 • Last Action 01/18/2024
Health: children; pediatric cancer fund act; create. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Pediatric Cancer Research, Treatment, Resources, and Education Fund in the Department of Health and Human Services. The fund will provide grants to qualified applicants, such as nonprofit organizations, medical schools, and research hospitals, to enhance the cure rate and care of patients with pediatric cancer through research, treatment, resources, and education. The bill also establishes an advisory commission to consult with and assist the department in implementing the grant program. The department is required to submit annual reports on the activities and use of the fund.
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Bill Summary: A bill to establish the pediatric cancer research, treatment, resources, and education fund in the department of health and human services; to provide for the distribution of money from the fund; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; to create an advisory commission and establish its powers and duties; and to require the promulgation of rules.
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• Introduced: 09/28/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 9 : Amos O'Neal (D)*, Sharon MacDonell (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Rachel Hood (D), Brenda Carter (D), Carol Glanville (D), Alabas Farhat (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 09/28/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Health Policy
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US bill #HR6952 • Last Action 01/18/2024
Fiscal State of the Nation Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled the Fiscal State of the Nation Act, amends the United States Code to require Congress to hold an annual joint meeting to receive a presentation from the Comptroller General of the United States. The presentation will review the findings of the audit of the federal government's financial statements and provide an analysis of the government's financial position and condition, including measures of financial performance and sustainability. The bill also requires the concurrent resolution on the budget to include a statement of findings informed by the Fiscal State of the Nation presentation and other relevant information on the fiscal condition of the United States.
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Bill Summary: A BILL To amend title 31, United States Code, to provide for a joint meeting of the Congress to receive a presentation from the Comptroller General of the United States regarding the audited financial statement of the executive branch, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 8 : Blake Moore (R)*, Scott Peters (D), Andy Barr (R), Jimmy Panetta (D), Chuck Edwards (R), Jared Golden (D), Brett Guthrie (R), Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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AZ bill #SB1069 • Last Action 01/17/2024
State health insurance exchange; board
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the State Health Insurance Exchange in Arizona to facilitate the purchase and sale of qualified health plans in the individual market, reduce the number of uninsured individuals, and provide a transparent marketplace for health insurance and consumer education. The bill creates a Board of Directors to oversee the Exchange, with members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker. The Board is required to adopt rules, submit reports, and provide for annual audits. The bill also coordinates the Exchange with the state's Medicaid program (AHCCCS) and Children's Health Insurance Program. The State Health Insurance Exchange Board is set to terminate on July 1, 2034, and the governing chapter will be repealed on January 1, 2035.
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Bill Summary: An Act repealing section 1-271, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 20, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 32; amending title 41, chapter 27, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-3034.01; relating to health care insurance.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : T.J. Shope (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: Senate read second time
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AZ bill #HB2280 • Last Action 01/17/2024
Licensed professional counselors; compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Licensed Professional Counselor Compact, which allows for the mutual recognition of licensed professional counselor licenses across participating states. The compact aims to improve public access to professional counseling services, enhance states' ability to protect public health and safety, encourage cooperation among states in regulating multistate practice, support military spouses, enable the use of telehealth, and promote uniformity in professional counseling licensure requirements. The compact creates the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the agreement, including establishing rules, a data system, and dispute resolution processes. The compact takes effect once 10 states have enacted it into law.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 32, chapter 33, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding article 6.1; relating to licensed professional counselors.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 2 : Laura Terech (D)*, Christine Marsh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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NM bill #SB44 • Last Action 01/17/2024
Health Care Licensing Changes
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes changes to the licensing requirements for healthcare professionals in several ways. Firstly, it would remove the requirement for healthcare providers to obtain a license to practice in the state, instead allowing them to operate under a registration system. This would streamline the process and reduce administrative burdens. Secondly, the bill would expand the scope of practice for certain healthcare professionals, such as allowing nurse practitioners to independently provide more services without physician oversight. Finally, the bill would establish a centralized online portal for healthcare licensing, making the application and renewal process more efficient for both providers and the state regulatory agency.
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Bill Summary: Health Care Licensing Changes
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• Introduced: 01/17/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jerry Ortiz y Pino (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/17/2024
• Last Action: Action Postponed Indefinitely
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CA bill #AB1812 • Last Action 01/16/2024
Budget Act of 2024.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for support of state government operations and programs for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The key provisions are: This bill would make appropriations for the support of state government for the 2024–25 fiscal year. It would declare that it is to take effect immediately as a budget bill. The bill includes appropriations and provisions related to various state departments and programs, including: - Appropriations for support of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches. - Appropriations for support and local assistance for the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, Department of Parks and Recreation, Department of Water Resources, and other natural resources and environmental agencies. - Appropriations for support and local assistance for the State Department of Health Care Services related to the Medi-Cal program, including supplemental payments, federal funds, and funding from special funds. - Appropriations for support and local assistance for the State Department of Public Health for various public health programs and initiatives. - Provisions allowing for transfer of funds between schedules and items to effectively administer the programs. - Provisions allowing for augmentations and revisions to appropriations under certain circumstances. The bill aims to provide funding and spending authority to support state government operations and various health, human services, natural resources, and other programs in the 2024-25 fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jesse Gabriel (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on BUDGET.
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MI bill #HB5390 • Last Action 01/16/2024
Juveniles: juvenile justice services; compressive education and training programs for juvenile justice reform; provide for. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Juveniles in Incarceration Education Board and the Juveniles in Incarceration Education Fund. The Board is responsible for developing a curriculum and education programs for incarcerated juveniles, awarding grants to organizations and individuals to provide these educational services, and reporting on the effectiveness of the programs in reducing juvenile interaction with the justice system. The Fund is created to receive and disburse money for the grant program. The bill aims to provide comprehensive education and training programs for juvenile justice reform.
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Bill Summary: A bill to create the juveniles in incarceration education board and the juveniles in incarceration education fund; to prescribe the membership of the juveniles in incarceration education board; to prescribe the duties and responsibilities of the juveniles in incarceration education board; to provide for the distribution and expenditure of funds; and to provide grants to certain entities for certain purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Donavan McKinney (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 01/10/2024
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AZ bill #HB2126 • Last Action 01/16/2024
Homeowners' associations; financial approvals; members
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to condominiums and planned communities. It makes the following key changes: 1. Defines the term "person" and expands the definition of "real estate" in the context of condominiums. 2. Requires homeowners' association (HOA) budgets to be ratified by a majority vote of all unit owners, rather than just a majority of those present at a meeting. Any HOA budget approved by the board before this amendment takes effect is deemed approved by the unit owners. 3. Requires HOA special assessments or financing of more than one year's duration to be approved by a majority vote of all unit owners, rather than just the board. 4. Provides a process for unit owners to petition for and call a special meeting to remove HOA board members, other than those appointed by the declarant. 5. Limits the amount an HOA can increase the annual common expense assessment without member approval, and requires member approval for special assessments or long-term financing. The bill generally aims to increase member oversight and approval requirements for key HOA financial decisions.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 33-1202, 33-1215, 33-1243, 33-1245 and 33-1803, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to condominiums and planned communities.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Parker (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: House read second time
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KY bill #HB257 • Last Action 01/16/2024
AN ACT relating to higher education.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill seeks to abolish the Council on Postsecondary Education and transfer its authorities and duties to the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority. The bill also adds three student members to the board of directors of the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority. Additionally, the bill makes various conforming changes throughout the Kentucky Revised Statutes to reflect the transfer of responsibilities from the Council on Postsecondary Education to the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 164.020 to abolish the Council on Postsecondary Education and transfer authorities and duties to the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority; amend KRS 164.746 to add three student members to the board of the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority; amend various sections of KRS Chapters 164, 164A, 165, 165A, 168, 171, 183, 200, 210, 214, 309, 367, 11A, 12, 18A, 42, 56, 61, 63, 64, 138, 151B, 154, 156, 157,158, 160, and 161 to conform; repeal KRS 164.011, which created and established the Council on Postsecondary Education; dissolve the Council on Postsecondary Education and transfer personnel, records, files, equipment, and funds to the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority; make technical corrections.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Steven Doan (R)*, Kim Banta (R), Josh Calloway (R), Nancy Tate (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/16/2024
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (H)
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WV bill #SB144 • Last Action 01/15/2024
Requiring each county board to ensure that its meetings are open to public through in-person attendance and broadcast live on its website
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to require each county board of education to ensure that all of its meetings are open to the public through in-person attendance and that the audio and video of its meetings are broadcast live on the board's website. The bill also requires the board to record the meetings and make the recordings available on the website. Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for public attendance and participation at the meetings, including allowing the board to make reasonable rules for attendance and requiring the board to treat all speakers equally. The bill further mandates that draft minutes of each public meeting, including a record of each board member's votes on substantive matters, be posted on the website within two business days, and that the approved minutes remain on the website for at least one year. Finally, the bill removes the option for a county board to join the National School Board Association.
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Bill Summary: A BILL to amend and reenact §18-5-4 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to requiring each county board of education to ensure that all of its meetings are open to the public through in-person attendance and that the audio and video of its meetings are broadcast live to the public through an internet link on its website; requiring each county board to ensure that the audio and video is recorded and that the recording is also available through a link on its website; allowing meeting to continue if the live broadcast experiences a technical interruption in which the stream is discontinued or digitally interrupted; providing exception for executive session; allowing each county board to make and enforce reasonable rules for attendance and presentation at any meeting where there is not room enough for all members of the public who wish to attend; requiring the county board, if providing opportunity for the public to address the county board at a meeting, to ensure that any person expressing an interest in speaking has the opportunity in compliance with adopted procedures; requiring that speakers are treated equally; requiring that a draft of the minutes of each public board meeting include a record of the votes cast by each county board member on all substantive matters and be posted to the website within two business days; establishing the duration in which the approved minutes shall remain on the website; and removing the option for a county board to join the National School Board Association.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Rollan Roberts (R)*, Vince Deeds (R), Bill Hamilton (R), Mike Oliverio (R), Rupie Phillips (R), Ben Queen (R), Patricia Rucker (R), Chandler Swope (R), Eric Tarr (R), Jack Woodrum (R), Glenn Jeffries (R), Amy Grady (R), Jay Taylor (R), Eric Nelson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: To House Judiciary
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ID bill #S1221 • Last Action 01/15/2024
Amends and adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding the selection, review, and reconsideration of school library materials.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends and adds to existing Idaho law to establish provisions regarding the selection, review, and reconsideration of school library materials. Key provisions include: - Requiring local education agencies to develop policies on the use, access, and operation of school libraries, including the method for selecting library materials and a process for the reconsideration of materials. - Establishing criteria and procedures for selecting school library materials, such as ensuring they are suitable for student maturity and interest levels, comprehensive, and factually accurate. - Creating a library materials review committee, composed of parents/guardians and educators, to review formal requests for reconsideration of library materials and annual school library procedures. - Outlining the process for requesting reconsideration of library materials, including requirements for submitting a written request and the committee's review timeline and decision-making process. - Amending existing law to require school districts to develop policies to select, review, and reconsider school library materials, and to appoint a library materials review committee.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO SCHOOL LIBRARIES; AMENDING CHAPTER 5, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-512E, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVI- SIONS REGARDING THE SELECTION, REVIEW, AND RECONSIDERATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARY MATERIALS; AMENDING SECTION 33-512, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PRO- VISIONS REGARDING SCHOOL LIBRARIES; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PRO- VIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : State Affairs Committee, Linda Hartgen (R), Josh Wheeler (R), Jack Nelsen (R), Greg Lanting (R), Mark Sauter (R), Dan Garner (R), Stephanie Mickelsen (R), Julie Yamamoto (R), Jeff Cornilles (R), Rick Cheatum (R), Lori McCann (R), Jerald Raymond (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/12/2024
• Last Action: Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs
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ID bill #H0386 • Last Action 01/12/2024
Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to establish the Accelerating Public Charter Schools Act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to establish the Accelerating Public Charter Schools Act. The key provisions of this bill: This bill establishes a new "Accelerating Public Charter Schools Act" to provide more opportunities for students, parents, teachers, and community members to attend, establish, and maintain public charter schools that operate independently from the existing traditional school district structure but within the existing public school system. It defines key terms like "authorizer", "charter holder", "virtual school", and others. It provides new processes and requirements for the approval, transfer, renewal, and revocation of public charter schools, emphasizing performance-based accountability. It establishes a public charter school commission to oversee and support charter schools. It outlines the financial support and funding mechanisms for public charter schools, including facilities funding and transportation support. The bill also exempts public charter schools from certain state rules and regulations that apply to traditional public schools.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5201, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO A SHORT TITLE; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5201, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A SHORT TITLE; REPEALING SECTION 33-5202, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO LEG- ISLATIVE INTENT; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5202, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE LEGISLATIVE INTENT; REPEALING SECTION 33-5202A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO DEFINI- TIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5202A, IDAHO CODE, TO DEFINE TERMS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5203, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO AUTHORIZATION OF CHARTER SCHOOLS AND LIMITATIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5203, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE APPROVAL OF PUB- LIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5204, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO NONPROFIT CORPORATION LIABILITY AND INSURANCE; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5204, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR NONPROFIT CORPORATION LIABILITY AND INSURANCE; REPEALING SECTION 33-5204A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE APPLICABILITY OF PROFESSIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5205, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PETITIONS TO ESTABLISH PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; AMEND- ING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5205, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR APPLICATIONS TO ESTABLISH PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5205A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO TRANSFER OF CHARTER; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5205A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR TRANS- FER OF CHARTER; REPEALING SECTION 33-5205B, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATES; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5205B, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR PERFORMANCE-BASED ACCOUNTABILITY; REPEALING SECTION 33-5205C, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL REPLICATION; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5205C, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL REPLICATION; REPEALING SECTION 33-5206, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO REQUIREMENTS AND PROHIBITIONS OF A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5206, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE RE- QUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL; REPEALING SECTION 33-5207, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO CHARTER APPEAL PROCEDURE; REPEALING SECTION 33-5208, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FINAN- CIAL SUPPORT; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5208, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FINANCIAL SUPPORT; REPEALING SECTION 33-5209B, IDAHO CODE, RE- LATING TO CHARTER RENEWALS; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5209B, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR CHARTER RENEWALS; REPEALING SECTION 33-5209C, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT, REVOCATION, AND APPEALS; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5209C, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR REVOCATION OF A CHARTER; REPEALING SECTION 33-5210, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO APPLICATION OF SCHOOL LAW, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND EX- EMPTION FROM STATE RULES; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5210, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE APPLICATION OF SCHOOL LAW AND EXEMPTION FROM STATE RULES; REPEALING SECTION 33-5211, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND INFOR- MATION; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5211, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND INFORMATION; REPEALING SECTION 33-5212, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO SCHOOL CLOSURE AND DISSOLUTION; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5212, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR SCHOOL CLOSURE AND DISSOLUTION; REPEALING SECTION 33-5213, IDAHO CODE, RELAT- ING TO THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5213, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION; REPEALING SECTION 33-5214, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL AUTHORIZERS FUND; AMENDING CHAPTER 52, TITLE 33, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 33-5214, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL AUTHORIZERS FUND; REPEALING SECTION 33-5215, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO CAREER TECHNICAL REGIONAL PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; AMENDING SECTION 33-1009, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SEC- TION 33-1612, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 33-3407, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 33-5504A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REF- ERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 67-2601, IDAHO CODE, AS AMENDED BY SECTION 2, CHAPTER 182, LAWS OF 2023, AND BY SECTION 33, CHAPTER 220, LAWS OF 2023, TO PROVIDE FOR THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION; PROVIDING THAT CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE RULES SHALL
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• Introduced: 01/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Education Committee
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/11/2024
• Last Action: Reported Printed and Referred to Education
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DC bill #B25-0590 • Last Action 01/12/2024
District of Columbia Housing Authority Stabilization and Reform Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2023
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999 to establish a temporary Stabilization and Reform Board to govern the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) and require the Board and the Executive Director of DCHA to take specific actions to reform and revitalize the operations of DCHA. The bill outlines the composition and responsibilities of the Stabilization and Reform Board, including overseeing the progress of DCHA in addressing issues identified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, developing plans to improve the management and condition of DCHA's housing properties, and providing recommendations for the structure of a successor Board of Directors. The bill also establishes requirements for the City-Wide Resident Advisory Board and the Executive Director's reporting to the Mayor and Council.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend, on an emergency basis, due to congressional review, the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999 to establish a temporary Stabilization and Reform Board to govern the District of Columbia Housing Authority (“DCHA”) and to require that the Board and the Executive Director of DCHA take specific actions to reform and revitalize the operations of DCHA.
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• Introduced: 12/04/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert White (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 12/05/2023
• Last Action: Act A25-0345 Published in DC Register Vol 71 and Page 000650, Expires on Apr 03, 2024
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KY bill #SB37 • Last Action 01/12/2024
AN ACT relating to open records.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new requirements for open records training in Kentucky. Specifically, it requires officials designated as "official custodians" of public records to complete at least 2 hours of training within 90 days of taking on that role, and then complete 2 hours of training every 2 years. Other public agency employees and officers who are not official custodians must complete at least 1 hour of training within 90 days of employment or election. The Attorney General is tasked with providing this training, though public agencies can provide their own training if approved by the Attorney General. The bill also requires public agencies to submit contact information for their official custodians to the Attorney General, who will maintain a database and publish the information online. Additionally, the Attorney General must distribute information on any changes to open meetings or records laws to various state and local officials, who then must disseminate that information to their agency employees.
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Bill Summary: Create a new section of KRS 61.870 to 61.884, the Open Records Act, to require officers, employees, and official custodians of public agencies to complete specified open records training; require official custodians to complete open records training every two years so long as they remain the official custodian; require the Attorney General to provide open records training to officers, employees, and official custodians of public agencies, but allow public agencies to provide their own training if the training would qualify as open records training and is approved by the Attorney General; require the training to be in a live format, but permit training to be performed remotely; amend KRS 61.870 to define "open records training"; amend KRS 61.876 to require every public agency to submit to the Attorney General contact information for its official custodian; require the Attorney General to maintain a database and publish on its website the contact information of each official custodian; amend KRS 15.257 to require the Attorney General to distribute information regarding any amendment to the Open Meetings or Open Records Acts to all official; require official custodians to disseminate the information provided by the Attorney General to employees of their respective agencies; amend KRS 61.872 to conform; make technical corrections.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Adrienne Southworth (R)*, Lindsey Tichenor (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/02/2024
• Last Action: to State & Local Government (S)
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MI bill #SB0424 • Last Action 01/11/2024
Courts: other; Michigan indigent defense commission act; expand duties to include indigent defense of youth. Amends title & secs. 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 21 & 23 of 2013 PA 93 (MCL 780.983 et seq.).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Act to expand the duties of the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) to include the provision of indigent defense services for youth, in addition to adults. Specifically, the bill requires the MIDC to establish minimum standards for the delivery of effective assistance of counsel to both indigent adults and youth. The bill also modifies the composition of the MIDC to include members with experience in juvenile justice, and clarifies the procedures for the MIDC to approve and enforce compliance plans for indigent defense systems. Additionally, the bill establishes standards and procedures for determinations of indigency.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 2013 PA 93, entitled"Michigan indigent defense commission act,"by amending the title and sections 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 21, and 23 (MCL 780.983, 780.985, 780.987, 780.989, 780.991, 780.993, 780.995, 780.997, 780.1001, and 780.1003), section 3 as amended by 2019 PA 108, sections 5, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17 as amended by 2018 PA 214, and section 7 as amended by 2018 PA 443.
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• Introduced: 06/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Sue Shink (D)*, Rosemary Bayer (D), Jeff Irwin (D), Stephanie Chang (D), Paul Wojno (D), Erika Geiss (D), Sylvia Santana (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 06/28/2023
• Last Action: Reassigned To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety
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KY bill #HB215 • Last Action 01/11/2024
AN ACT relating to the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact, which aims to facilitate the day-to-day movement of emergency medical services (EMS) personnel across state boundaries and authorize state EMS offices to afford immediate legal recognition to EMS personnel licensed in a member state. The compact defines key terms, establishes conditions for practice in remote states, authorizes adverse action against licenses, creates an Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice, requires the development of a coordinated database, and outlines rulemaking procedures and enforcement mechanisms. The bill also includes provisions to expedite the licensure process for veterans, active military, and their spouses. The compact will become effective when adopted by ten states.
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Bill Summary: Create a new section of KRS Chapter 311A to create the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact; declare the intent and purpose of the compact; define terms; establish conditions under which an individual can practice in a remote state; require member states to expedite the processing of applications for licensure from veterans, active military service members, and members of the National Guard and Reserves separating from an active duty tour, as well as their spouses; authorize a home state to impose adverse action against an individual's license issued by the home state; authorize a member state's EMS authority to issue subpoenas for hearings and investigations as well as cease and desist orders to restrict, suspend, or revoke an individual's privilege to practice in the state; establish the Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice; provide immunity from suit and liability for members, officers, executive director, employees and representatives of the commission who act in accordance with the provisions of the compact; require the commission to develop and maintain a coordinated database and reporting system containing licensure, disciplinary action, and significant investigatory information on all licensed individuals participating in the compact; authorize the executive, judicial, and legislative branches of state government to enforce the provisions of the compact; establish rulemaking procedures; authorize the commission to attempt to resolve disputes related to the compact that arise among member states and between member and non-member states; require provisions of the compact to become effective on the date the compact is enacted into law in the tenth compact state; establish withdrawal guidelines for a member state that wishes to withdraw from the compact; provide for severability for any provision in the compact that is contrary to the constitution of any party state or of the United States or the applicability thereof to any government, agency, person, or circumstance.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark Hart (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: WITHDRAWN
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WA bill #HB2304 • Last Action 01/11/2024
Concerning the Washington national primate research center at the University of Washington.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Washington National Primate Research Center at the University of Washington to annually publish on its website various information related to the nonhuman primates at the center, including the number of primates used in research, breeding, and that were injured, died, or treated for illness. The bill also mandates that any advisory or oversight committees related to primate research or the reporting requirements must comply with the state's open public meetings and public records acts.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the Washington national primate research 2 center at the University of Washington; and adding a new section to 3 chapter 28B.20 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Gerry Pollet (D)*, Julia Reed (D), Amy Walen (D), Alex Ramel (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Mary Fosse (D), Nicole Macri (D), Cindy Ryu (D), Mari Leavitt (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: First reading, referred to Postsecondary Education & Workforce.
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WA bill #HB2314 • Last Action 01/11/2024
Concerning statewide health care coordination and communication regarding individuals housed in confinement settings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Council of Health Care Coordination for Justice-Involved Youth and Adults within the Department of Health. The council is tasked with improving coordination and communication between state agencies, local governments, federally recognized tribes, and other relevant parties regarding the health of individuals housed in confinement settings, such as correctional institutions, institutes for mental disease, and juvenile rehabilitation facilities. The council will review current laws and policies related to health care information sharing, make recommendations to improve coordination and communication, and submit annual reports on its activities. The bill also provides for the council's membership, staffing, and meeting requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to statewide health care coordination and 2 communication regarding individuals housed in confinement settings; 3 and adding a new chapter to Title 70 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : My-Linh Thai (D)*, Darya Farivar (D), Julia Reed (D), Lillian Ortiz-Self (D), Lauren Davis (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Gerry Pollet (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness.
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IL bill #HB1408 • Last Action 01/10/2024
OPEN MTGS-AUDIO AND VIDEO MTGS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to modify the conditions under which a public body can conduct an open or closed meeting by audio or video conference without the physical presence of a quorum of its members. The key provisions are: 1. A public body can hold a meeting by audio or video conference without a physical quorum if either: (A) there is a disaster declaration related to public health concerns, or (B) the chief elected/appointed official of the public body determines that an in-person meeting would pose a health or safety risk and that a remote meeting is in the best interest of the public body or the public. 2. The public must be provided with access to listen to the meeting and a means to provide public comment, such as by phone, web-based link, or email. 3. At least one member of the public body, its legal counsel, or an administrative officer must be physically present at the meeting location, unless infeasible due to the disaster. 4. All votes must be conducted by roll call, and 48 hours' notice must be given for such meetings, with additional notice requirements if the public is not physically present. 5. The determination by the chief official for the public body to hold a remote meeting also applies to any subsidiary bodies of that public body.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Modifies the conditions by which an open or closed meeting may be conducted by audio or video conference without the physical presence of a quorum of the members. Provides that a meeting may be held without the physical presence of a quorum of the members if, among other requirements, the chief elected or appointed official of the public body determines that an in-person meeting would pose a risk to the health or safety of members of the public body or the public and that conducting a meeting by an audio or video conference is in the best interests of the public body or the public and public notice of that meeting states the reason or reasons for such determination. Provides that such a determination by the chief elected or appointed official of the public body shall be required for any subsidiary body of the public body to conduct an open or closed meeting by audio or video conference. Specifies further requirements concerning notice and public comment. Makes conforming and other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*, Harry Benton (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock
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CA bill #SB917 • Last Action 01/10/2024
Budget Act of 2024.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of the state constitution, relating to the state budget. Key provisions include: - Appropriating over $34.5 billion for the California Medical Assistance Program (Medi-Cal) to provide medical care and services, including $265 million for a Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program. - Providing $319.6 million for healthcare workforce development programs, including grants for primary care residencies, the Comprehensive Nursing Initiative, community health worker training, and nursing education. - Allocating $265 million from the Mental Health Services Fund for provider training on trauma screenings. - Appropriating $787 million from the Healthcare Treatment Fund and $8.6 billion from the Managed Care Enrollment Fund for Medi-Cal provider payments and supplemental reimbursements. - Transferring up to $150 million from the Beverage Container Recycling Fund to the General Fund as a loan. - Providing $40 million for the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative within the Department of Public Health. The bill makes these and other appropriations to support state government operations and various public purposes in the 2024-25 fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nancy Skinner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: To print.
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MI bill #HB5351 • Last Action 01/10/2024
Civil rights: public records; certain records of local offices of inspector generals; exempt from disclosure under freedom of information act. Amends sec. 13 of 1976 PA 442 (MCL 15.243).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act to exempt from disclosure certain records prepared or compiled in connection with investigations by an Office of Inspector General for a specific period of time. The exemption applies until the investigation is closed or a final report is issued, or if the investigation is referred to another agency, until that agency completes its investigation, prosecution, or issues a final report. The bill defines an "Office of Inspector General" as a public, independent oversight agency that investigates allegations of waste, abuse, fraud, or corruption related to government, government contractors, or governmental programs.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled"Freedom of information act,"by amending section 13 (MCL 15.243), as amended by 2023 PA 64.
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• Introduced: 11/14/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Helena Scott (D)*, Tyrone Carter (D)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 11/14/2023
• Last Action: Per Rule 41 Referred To Committee On Government Operations
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IN bill #HB1324 • Last Action 01/10/2024
Ballot access for major and minor parties.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to ballot access for major and minor political parties in Indiana: 1. It redefines "major political party" for certain election-related laws to mean any party whose nominees received more than 2,500 votes statewide for Secretary of State in the last election, or more than 250 votes in a particular political subdivision. Previously, the definition was based on the top two parties by vote. 2. It requires political parties that received at least 2,500 votes but less than 25% of the votes cast for Secretary of State to nominate their candidates at a state or county convention, rather than a primary election. 3. It allows petitions of nomination for independent or minor party candidates to be signed by 250 registered voters in the election district, rather than a percentage of the previous election's turnout. 4. It makes various other conforming changes to reflect these new thresholds for major and minor parties throughout the Indiana election code.
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Bill Summary: Ballot access for major and minor parties. Provides, for purposes of certain laws, that the term "major political party" refers to: (1) with respect to the state, any of the parties whose nominees received more than 2,500 votes statewide for secretary of state in the last election; or (2) with respect to a political subdivision, any of the parties whose nominees received more than 250 votes in that political subdivision for secretary of state in the last election. Provides that a political party whose nominee received at least 2,500 votes but less than 25% of the votes cast for secretary of state at the last election shall nominate the party's candidates at a state convention and for certain local offices at a county convention. Permits a petition of nomination for an independent or minor political party to be signed by 250 registered voters in the election district that the candidate seeks to represent.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ryan Dvorak (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/10/2024
• Last Action: First reading: referred to Committee on Elections and Apportionment
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IN bill #HB1219 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Various education matters.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes the mastery based education pilot program to allow school corporations and charter schools selected by the department of education to implement a mastery based education program. It sets requirements for the pilot program, including partnering with a dedicated lead partner, focusing on mastery of skills rather than time spent in a classroom, and providing flexibility from certain education laws and rules. The bill also changes the date by which formal collective bargaining may begin to October 1, amends instructional time requirements, restricts when governing bodies can enter into superintendent contracts, establishes minimum students that may receive an alternate diploma, and repeals or removes various education reporting and planning requirements.
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Bill Summary: Various education matters. Establishes the mastery based education pilot program (pilot program) to allow school corporations and charter schools selected by the department of education (department) to implement a mastery based education program. Establishes requirements and exemptions to certain laws and rules for schools participating in the pilot program. Changes the date by which formal collective bargaining may begin to October 1 and amends similar date requirement under the collective bargaining provisions to October 1. Establishes minimum minute instructional time requirements for each school year. Amends the instructional day and instructional time hour requirements for each instructional day. Provides that a governing body of a school corporation (governing body) may not enter into a contract with a superintendent on or after the date of the election for two or more members of the governing body (instead of one member) until January 1 of the year immediately following the year of the election. Establishes a minimum number of students that may receive an alternate diploma that may be counted for purposes of a school's or school corporation's graduation rate. Requires schools to adopt a teacher appreciation grant policy every four state fiscal years instead of every state fiscal year. Repeals or removes provisions that require: (1) a governing body to hold a public meeting on a proposed superintendent contract; (2) a governing body to post an employment contract entered into with a superintendent on the school corporation's website; (3) public schools to provide information concerning employees who are physically injured on the job by a student; (4) principals and school corporations to report aggregate results of staff performance evaluations; (5) principals to complete a survey; (6) certain teachers to complete a form after the initial year of teaching at a particular school; (7) the department to report to each teacher preparation program regarding certain surveys and evaluations; and (8) a public hearing before privately negotiating matters during the formal collective bargaining time period. Repeals provisions concerning the following: (1) Strategic and continuous school improvement and achievement plans. (2) Cultural competency in educational environments. (3) The primetime program.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jake Teshka (R)*, Matt Lehman (R), Greg Steuerwald (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/08/2024
• Last Action: First reading: referred to Committee on Education
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NJ bill #S1660 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Increases membership and provides for certain meeting requirements of Council on Local Mandates.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to increase the membership of the Council on Local Mandates (the council) from 9 to 12 members. The Governor is required to appoint 4 members, including 2 from a list of 6 nominees submitted by the chair of the second-largest political party. The bill also mandates the council to meet at least quarterly to review the State budget and any relevant executive orders, and publish opinions on these matters for public access.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends existing law to increase the Council on Local Mandates (council) membership to 12 members and requires the Governor to appoint three members upon certain recommendations of the executive director of the New Jersey State League of Municipalities. The bill also requires the council to meet at least quarterly to review and provide an opinion to be made available to the public concerning the State budget and any executive order of the Governor it deems appropriate.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Declan O'Scanlon (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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NJ bill #S1132 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Creates Highlands Conservation Trust to preserve land in Highlands Region, and authorizes Highlands conservation license plate to raise revenue therefor.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Highlands Conservation Trust in but not of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council. The trust's purpose is to acquire and preserve environmentally important lands in the New Jersey Highlands Region. The trust will be governed by a seven-member board of trustees, four of whom will be private citizens appointed by the Governor. The bill establishes the Highlands Conservation Trust Fund to hold moneys received by the trust, such as grants, donations, and revenues from a new Highlands conservation license plate. The trust can use the fund to acquire and manage lands, with some limitations on using the funds for development. The bill also authorizes the creation of the Highlands conservation license plate to raise revenue for the trust.
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Bill Summary: This bill would create the Highlands Conservation Trust in but not of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council. The purposes of the trust would be to acquire and hold, or acquire and convey to other governmental entities or to qualified nonprofit organizations, environmentally important, valuable, or sensitive lands located in the New Jersey Highlands Region. These lands would be permanently preserved and managed in their natural state or in a largely natural or undeveloped state for the purposes of (1) conserving and enhancing the exceptional natural resources of the Highlands Region, such as clean air, contiguous forest lands, wetlands, pristine watersheds, and habitat for fauna and flora, (2) preserving sites of historic significance, and (3) providing abundant passive recreational opportunities. Any lands acquired by the trust would become exempt from taxation and the payment of any in lieu of tax obligation upon the date of acquisition. The trust would be administered by a seven-member board of trustees comprising: four private citizens appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate; the Commissioner of Environmental Protection; the Executive Director of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council; and a mayor, or elected chief executive, of a municipality in the Highlands preservation area appointed by the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council. The trust would be empowered, among other things, to: (1) plan and implement strategies to maximize land acquisition and preservation and environmental enhancement in the Highlands Region in keeping with the purposes of the trust; (2) acquire and hold, or convey to other government entities, including but not limited to the New Jersey Natural Lands Trust, or to qualified nonprofit organizations, environmentally important, valuable, or sensitive lands in the Highlands Region; and to preserve or manage those lands in their natural state, or in a largely natural or undeveloped state, for the purposes of conserving and enhancing the exceptional natural resources of the Highlands Region, such as clean air, contiguous forest lands, wetlands, pristine watersheds, and habitat for fauna and flora, preserving sites of historic significance, and providing abundant passive recreational opportunities; (3) establish a special working relationship with the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council in furthering the purposes of the trust; (4) apply for and accept grants and other aid; solicit and accept gifts, donations, legacies, bequests, and endowments; and solicit and accept rents or royalties, all to be used for the purposes of the trust; (5) if deemed useful, authorize establishment by appropriate persons or organizations of a tax-exempt nonprofit organization or organizations for the purposes of assisting the trust; and (6) establish incentive programs to encourage landowners within the Highlands Region to (a) convey land to the trust or to other public or private entities seeking to preserve land in keeping with the purposes of the trust, or (b) manage their lands in keeping with the purposes of the trust. The bill would also establish the "Highlands Conservation Trust Fund." The trust fund would be the depository for all moneys: (1) received as a grant or other form of aid by the trust or by the State and designated for the trust; (2) given, donated, bequeathed, or endowed to the trust from public or private sources; (3) received as rent or as a royalty by the trust or by the State on behalf of the trust; (4) received as net revenues from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission in connection with the issuance of Highlands conservation license plates as authorized by the bill; and (5) appropriated or otherwise made available to the trust by the State. The moneys in the trust fund would be specifically dedicated to be used only for the purposes of the trust. No moneys in the trust fund could be utilized for the development of any land for any purpose or for the acquisition of land that will not remain in a natural or largely natural or undeveloped state, except that up to eight percent of the moneys annually received and deposited into the trust fund could be used to pay for development of sites to allow for public access and environmental education and interpretation and for the development of trails, and up to two percent of the moneys annually received and deposited into the trust fund could be used to pay for promotional and program awareness efforts. No moneys in the trust fund could be used to pay or discharge the principal of or interest on any indebtedness incurred for any purpose by the trust or any other governmental entity.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John McKeon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/28/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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NJ bill #S1848 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Provides that no more than four of the seven public members appointed to the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council may be of the same political party.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides that of the seven residents of the State appointed to the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council by the Governor, not more than four of these members may be of the same political party. The council is responsible for protecting the water resources and natural resources of the Highlands region in New Jersey.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that of the seven residents of the State appointed to the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council by the Governor, not more than four of these members may be of the same political party.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Parker Space (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/05/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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NJ bill #S1144 • Last Action 01/09/2024
"State Bank of New Jersey Act."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the "State Bank of New Jersey Act," creates the State Bank of New Jersey. The bill authorizes the State Treasurer to deposit state funds in the bank, and all income earned by the bank on these funds becomes part of the bank's revenue. The bank is permitted to make loans and exercise powers similar to a state-chartered bank, with some limitations. The bank is governed by a 13-member board, including the State Treasurer and appointees with relevant expertise. The bank is exempt from state taxes and its deposits are guaranteed by the state. The Commissioner of Banking and Insurance and the State Auditor are tasked with oversight and auditing of the bank, and the State Treasurer must report annually on the bank's affairs.
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Bill Summary: This bill, the "State Bank of New Jersey Act," creates the State Bank of New Jersey. The bill authorizes the creation of a board of directors to oversee the bank and the State Treasurer or any other person in control of State funds to deposit State moneys in the bank. The bill provides that all income earned by the bank for its own account on State moneys that are deposited in or invested with the bank to the credit of the State are to be credited to and become a part of the revenues and income of the bank. The bill permits the bank to make loans subject to the limitations of the act and any rules adopted by the State Treasurer. The bill also provides that the State bank is permitted to charge the same rate of interest, provide for the same terms for a loan or extension of credit, and to exercise any other power or authority permissible to a State-chartered bank. Under the bill, the bank is required to invest State moneys in any manner that ensures appropriate cash management. The bank is prohibited from making a loan to any board member, the president, or any officer of the bank, including any immediate family member of that person, or any entity with which that person is associated or in which he has an interest. The bill also provides that the bank may: (1) Buy and sell federal funds; (2) Lease, assign, sell, exchange, transfer, convey, grant, pledge, or mortgage all real and personal property, title to which has been acquired in any manner; (3) Acquire real or personal property or property rights by purchase, lease, or the exercise of the right of eminent domain and may construct, remodel, and repair buildings; (4) Receive deposits from any public source and deposit its funds in any bank or other financial institution; (5) Perform all acts and do all things necessary, advisable, or desirable to carry out the powers expressly granted or necessarily implied in the bill through or by means of its president, officers, agents, or employees or by contracts with any person, firm, or corporation; (6) Provide loans or other assistance for transportation projects; (7) Coordinate with the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority to further access to postsecondary education, whether by loans, grants, scholarships, savings programs, or other means and shall have the authority enumerated in section 1 of P.L.1999, c.46 (C.18A:71A-9), as appropriate; (8) Purchase mortgage loans on residential real property originated by financial institutions; and (9) Provide loans or other assistance to small businesses. The bill creates a 13 member board of directors to govern the bank. The board consists of: (1) the State Treasurer, or the State Treasurer's designee, as an ex officio member; and (2) twelve members, who are residents of this State, to be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate, including: one person who shall have experience in bank administration; one person who shall have experience in credit union administration; one person who shall have experience in consumer financial advocacy; one person who shall have experience in public administration; two additional public members; and of the six other persons, two shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the President of the Senate, two shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Speaker of the General Assembly, one shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the Senate, and one shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the General Assembly. The board is required to appoint a president of the bank to supervise the administrative affairs and general management and operations of the bank. The bill provides that the president of the bank is to serve at the pleasure of the board and receive such compensation as the board shall determine. With the approval of the board, the president is charged with: (1) planning, directing, coordinating, and executing the administrative functions of the bank in conformity with the policies and directives of the board; (2) employing professional and clerical staff as necessary to implement the provisions of the bill; (3) reporting to the board on all operations under the president's control and supervision; (4) preparing an annual budget and managing the administrative expenses of the bank; and (5) undertaking any other activities necessary to accomplish the purposes of the bank. The bill provides that all employees of the bank, except the president, are to be in the career service of the Civil Service. All meetings of the board are subject to the open public meetings act and, except as provided by the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance, records maintained by the bank shall be subject to the open public records act. The bill includes post-employment restrictions on members of the board or employees of the bank. Except for a secretarial or clerical employee, while serving as a member of the board or an employee of the bank, and for a period of two years immediately following such service or employment, a person, any member of his immediate family, any entity with which that person is associated or in which he has an interest, or any partner, officer, director, or employee while he is associated with that entity, shall not be employed by, a consultant to, a member of the board of directors of, affiliated with, or otherwise a representative of, any person or entity that has obtained a loan from, or has otherwise done substantial business with, the bank. The bill also provides that members of the board and the President of the State bank shall make the same financial disclosures, whether required by law, rule, regulation or Executive Oder, including an annual filing of Financial Disclosure Statements, and in the same manner, as are required of the heads of each principal department in the Executive Branch. The bill requires the board to meet regularly with the management of the bank to review the bank's operations and make recommendations to the president on the operations of the bank. The bill also provides that the State bank is exempt from the payment of all fees and all taxes levied by the State or any of its subdivisions. In addition, all deposits in the bank are guaranteed by the State and are exempt from State, county, and municipal taxes. Under the bill, the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance is required to examine the State bank in the same manner as a State-chartered financial institution and may conduct any additional investigation of the bank which may be necessary to ensure the proper operation of the bank, at the bank's cost. The commissioner shall report the examination results, and the results of any necessary investigation, to the Governor and to the Legislature. In addition, the State Auditor shall contract with an independent certified public accounting firm for an annual audit of the bank in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards. The State Auditor is required to contract for an annual audit of the separate programs and funds administered by the bank. The auditor selected shall prepare an audit report that includes financial statements presented in accordance with the audit and accounting guide for banks and savings institutions issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The auditor also shall prepare audited financial statements for inclusion in the comprehensive annual financial report for the State. The State Auditor may conduct performance audits of the bank, including the separate programs and funds administered by the bank. The auditor shall report the results of the audits to the Governor and to the Legislature. The bank or its separate programs and funds shall pay the costs of the audits. The bill also provides that, by December 1st of each year, the State Treasurer shall make an annual report to the Governor, and to the Legislature on the affairs of the bank. The report may include any recommendations that would improve the affairs of the bank. Additionally, immediately following the close of each calendar month, the State Treasurer shall prepare a report as to the State of the general fund, the bank, and every other fund under the State Treasurer's control. The monthly report is to be made available on the Department of the Treasury website.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John McKeon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/28/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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NJ bill #S1712 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Makes certain changes to public access of government records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes certain changes to the public's access to government records. Specifically, the bill exempts email addresses, home and cell phone numbers, and home addresses (when requested) from public disclosure, except for use by government agencies or for certain purposes. It also provides for a uniform per page rate for copying records, requires the Government Records Council to develop a form to allow people to opt-out of having their address disclosed, permits records custodians to require requestors to obtain readily available records from the agency website, clarifies that special service charges can include labor costs, allows records custodians to accept requests made on documents other than the official form, provides a seven-day extension for large or complicated requests, requires requestors to pick up records within 14 days, requires contact information for records custodians to be on agency websites, requires mediation for all complaints, and limits attorney's fees awards to cases of knowing and willful violations. The bill also allows courts to issue protective orders limiting the scope and number of requests from certain requestors who have sought records for improper purposes.
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Bill Summary: This bill makes certain changes to the public's access to government records. Specifically the bill: ? exempts from disclosure e-mail addresses, home telephone numbers, unlisted or otherwise and cell phone numbers; ? provides for a uniform per page rate for copying government records; ? requires the Government Records Council to develop a form to be used by records custodians that will allow persons to opt-out of having their address made public; ? permits a records custodian to require the requester to obtain the record from the agency website when the information requested is readily available on the website; ? clarifies special service charges includes costs of labor; ? requires the record custodian to accept a record request made on a document other than the adopted form if it contains a notice that it is an OPRA request and contains the information required on the adopted form; ? provides records custodians a seven day extension to comply with large or complicated requests; ? requires the requestor to pick up the requested documents within fourteen business days of the records being available; ? requires contact information for the custodian of a public agency to be included on the agency website; ? requires mediation for all complaints; and ? requires that attorney's fees be awarded only when a knowing and willful violation is found. Also, this bill will permit a Superior Court to issue a protective order limiting the number and scope of requests a requestor may make under the open public records act, N.J.S.A.47:1A-1 et seq. In appropriate circumstances, the court may eliminate a public agency's duty to respond to requests from the requestor in the future. The bill will require the court, in issuing the order, to determine that the requestor has sought records under the act for an improper purpose, including, but not limited to, the harassment of a public agency or its employees.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Moriarty (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/05/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
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NJ bill #A619 • Last Action 01/09/2024
"State Bank of New Jersey Act."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the "State Bank of New Jersey Act," creates the State Bank of New Jersey. The bill authorizes the State Treasurer to deposit state funds in the bank, which will earn income for the bank. The bank is permitted to make loans and investments subject to limitations in the act, and it can engage in various banking activities like buying and selling federal funds, leasing property, and receiving deposits from public sources. The bank is governed by a 13-member board of directors appointed by the Governor. The bill requires regular audits of the bank's operations and financial reporting, and imposes post-employment restrictions on board members and employees. The bank is exempt from state taxes and its deposits are guaranteed by the state.
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Bill Summary: This bill, the "State Bank of New Jersey Act," creates the State Bank of New Jersey. The bill authorizes the creation of a board of directors to oversee the bank and the State Treasurer or any other person in control of State funds to deposit State moneys in the bank. The bill provides that all income earned by the bank for its own account on State moneys that are deposited in or invested with the bank to the credit of the State are to be credited to and become a part of the revenues and income of the bank. The bill permits the bank to make loans subject to the limitations of the act and any rules adopted by the State Treasurer. The bill also provides that the State bank is permitted to charge the same rate of interest, provide for the same terms for a loan or extension of credit, and to exercise any other power or authority permissible to a State-chartered bank. Under the bill, the bank is required to invest State moneys in any manner that ensures appropriate cash management. The bank is prohibited from making a loan to any board member, the president, or any officer of the bank, including any immediate family member of that person, or any entity with which that person is associated or in which he has an interest. The bill also provides that the bank may: (1) Buy and sell federal funds; (2) Lease, assign, sell, exchange, transfer, convey, grant, pledge, or mortgage all real and personal property, title to which has been acquired in any manner; (3) Acquire real or personal property or property rights by purchase, lease, or the exercise of the right of eminent domain and may construct, remodel, and repair buildings; (4) Receive deposits from any public source and deposit its funds in any bank or other financial institution; (5) Perform all acts and do all things necessary, advisable, or desirable to carry out the powers expressly granted or necessarily implied in the bill through or by means of its president, officers, agents, or employees or by contracts with any person, firm, or corporation; (6) Provide loans or other assistance for transportation projects; (7) Coordinate with the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority to further access to postsecondary education, whether by loans, grants, scholarships, savings programs, or other means and shall have the authority enumerated in section 1 of P.L.1999, c.46 (C.18A:71A-9), as appropriate; (8) Purchase mortgage loans on residential real property originated by financial institutions; and (9) Provide loans or other assistance to small businesses. The bill creates a 13 member board of directors to govern the bank. The board consists of: (1) the State Treasurer, or the State Treasurer's designee, as an ex officio member; and (2) twelve members, who are residents of this State, to be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate, including: one person who shall have experience in bank administration; one person who shall have experience in credit union administration; one person who shall have experience in consumer financial advocacy; one person who shall have experience in public administration; two additional public members; and of the six other persons, two shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the President of the Senate, two shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Speaker of the General Assembly, one shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the Senate, and one shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the General Assembly. The board is required to appoint a president of the bank to supervise the administrative affairs and general management and operations of the bank. The bill provides that the president of the bank is to serve at the pleasure of the board and receive such compensation as the board shall determine. With the approval of the board, the president is charged with: (1) planning, directing, coordinating, and executing the administrative functions of the bank in conformity with the policies and directives of the board; (2) employing professional and clerical staff as necessary to implement the provisions of the bill; (3) reporting to the board on all operations under the president's control and supervision; (4) preparing an annual budget and managing the administrative expenses of the bank; and (5) undertaking any other activities necessary to accomplish the purposes of the bank. The bill provides that all employees of the bank, except the president, are to be in the career service of the Civil Service. All meetings of the board are subject to the open public meetings act and, except as provided by the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance, records maintained by the bank shall be subject to the open public records act. The bill includes post-employment restrictions on members of the board or employees of the bank. Except for a secretarial or clerical employee, while serving as a member of the board or an employee of the bank, and for a period of two years immediately following such service or employment, a person, any member of his immediate family, any entity with which that person is associated or in which he has an interest, or any partner, officer, director, or employee while he is associated with that entity, shall not be employed by, a consultant to, a member of the board of directors of, affiliated with, or otherwise a representative of, any person or entity that has obtained a loan from, or has otherwise done substantial business with, the bank. The bill also provides that members of the board and the President of the State bank shall make the same financial disclosures, whether required by law, rule, regulation or Executive Oder, including an annual filing of Financial Disclosure Statements, and in the same manner, as are required of the heads of each principal department in the Executive Branch. The bill requires the board to meet regularly with the management of the bank to review the bank's operations and make recommendations to the president on the operations of the bank. The bill also provides that the State bank is exempt from the payment of all fees and all taxes levied by the State or any of its subdivisions. In addition, all deposits in the bank are guaranteed by the State and are exempt from State, county, and municipal taxes. Under the bill, the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance is required to examine the State bank in the same manner as a State-chartered financial institution and may conduct any additional investigation of the bank which may be necessary to ensure the proper operation of the bank, at the bank's cost. The commissioner shall report the examination results, and the results of any necessary investigation, to the Governor and to the Legislature. In addition, the State Auditor shall contract with an independent certified public accounting firm for an annual audit of the bank in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards. The State Auditor is required to contract for an annual audit of the separate programs and funds administered by the bank. The auditor selected shall prepare an audit report that includes financial statements presented in accordance with the audit and accounting guide for banks and savings institutions issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The auditor also shall prepare audited financial statements for inclusion in the comprehensive annual financial report for the State. The State Auditor may conduct performance audits of the bank, including the separate programs and funds administered by the bank. The auditor shall report the results of the audits to the Governor and to the Legislature. The bank or its separate programs and funds shall pay the costs of the audits. The bill also provides that, by December 1st of each year, the State Treasurer shall make an annual report to the Governor, and to the Legislature on the affairs of the bank. The report may include any recommendations that would improve the affairs of the bank. Additionally, immediately following the close of each calendar month, the State Treasurer shall prepare a report as to the State of the general fund, the bank, and every other fund under the State Treasurer's control. The monthly report is to be made available on the Department of the Treasury website.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shavonda Sumter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/04/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee
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NJ bill #S1524 • Last Action 01/09/2024
The "Owners' Rights and Obligations in Shared Ownership Communities Act."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses most of the recommendations made by the Assembly Task Force to Study Homeowners' Associations more than 10 years ago to provide more protections for homeowners in shared ownership communities. The key provisions of this bill are: It establishes the Commission on Shared Ownership Communities within the Department of Law and Public Safety to serve as a state liaison and educational resource for shared ownership communities, coordinate alternative dispute resolution services, and enforce statutory rights. The bill requires associations to provide certain information annually to the commission and allows the commission to review and approve proposed lien filings for unpaid fines. It also publishes a "Bill of Rights and Responsibilities for Owners in Shared Ownership Communities" and requires the commission to adopt minimum governance standards for associations. The bill revises the public offering statement process to make the information more accessible to prospective purchasers, expands alternative dispute resolution services, and moves oversight of the Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act to a new Bureau of Homebuyers Protection within the Division of Consumer Affairs. It also addresses issues around developer control, voting rights, reserves, and records access.
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Bill Summary: It has been more than 40 years since the Legislature enacted "The Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act," (PREDFDA), P.L.1977, c.419 (C.45:22A-21 et seq.) to provide State oversight of the marketing of planned developments to prospective purchasers, through a review of documents and advertisements, as well as requiring that certain disclosures be made by a developer to a buyer. Marketing techniques are important because membership in a homeowner association is mandatory for a purchaser of a home in community which has shared property and facilities, such as a condominium, cooperative, or a single family home in a planned development. The shared property of such communities is owned collectively by all of the individual home purchasers. These communities are referred to as "shared ownership communities" in the bill and are often known as common interest communities. It has also been more than 10 years since the Assembly Task Force to Study Homeowners' Associations released its report containing more than 30 recommendations calling for changes in the laws, in order to provide more protections for homeowners. This bill addresses most of those recommendations, as well as updating the laws requiring disclosure by developers and clarifying the powers and obligations of governing boards of associations and the rights of owners living in such communities. The bill revises the manner in which information should be provided prospective purchasers through the Public Offering Statement, (POS) a document required to be provided to prospective purchasers by developers of such communities. Although New Jersey's statutes require certain disclosures by a developer during the sales phase of shared ownership communities, these disclosures have too often been inadequate to properly inform prospective purchasers. Items which are likely to be of extreme importance to a purchaser, such as obligations, governance structures, potential future liabilities, restrictions, or, even in some cases, hidden loans on the part of a developer to the association, may be buried deep within the document, and not disclosed adequately, if at all. The sheer volume of information, which varies widely by developers on matters which could be standardized, also hinders adequate review by the State. The bill requires the POS, and the registration of developments process, to be revised and streamlined. A developer will be required to submit information on standardized forms and in an electronic format. Governance structures will be standardized and developers allowed to highlight variations that they wish to apply. Processing times for registrations of developments will be reduced under the bill from 90 to 45 days for standardized submissions. The information in the Public Offering Statement to be disclosed to a prospective purchaser will be revised to be quickly accessed by the reader, as well as indexed under logical headings, such as pets, parking, restrictions and fees. An executive summary of the offering is required to be made in plain language, explaining the rights, liabilities, obligations and governing form applicable to the association. The bill also addresses the problem that planned communities with fewer than 100 units have been exempted from registration under the act. This has been interpreted by the administering agency as exempting developers from providing a POS, thus providing no protections for purchasers in smaller communities. The exemption has also been extended by regulations to all low and moderate income (Mount Laurel) communities of any size. Exemption from the PREDFDA also clouds many other issues, such as when a developer of a planned community must turn over the assets to the homeowners. The bill removes these exemptions, and requires a Public Offering Statement for every prospective purchaser in a planned community. The regressive flat rate development charge currently charged to developers of planned communities is replaced under the bill with a per unit fee of 3/100 of one percent (.0003) of the sales price. These fees are currently required to be used to defray the costs of the State's review under the statute, and will continue to be used for that purpose, as well as to offset costs for other homeowner protections added by the bill. The change from a flat rate fee to a per unit fee will result in lower fees on lower priced homes, and in most instances will result in decreased fees being paid per development than is the case now. In addition, the bill addresses problems which arise in what may be termed the "governance" stage of a homeowners' association. After the developer has sold at least 75 percent of the homes planned for the community, total control of the management of the commonly-owned property is transferred from the developer to the home owners in the community. Experience shows that owners are not adequately prepared for this event. The bill allows owners to have earlier exposure to operational issues and input into governance matters, as well as requires boards to adopt principles of democratic and transparent governance. The bill requires the creation of an owners' coordinating council in each association, consisting of at least three owners, during the time period that the developer controls the voting interest of the association governing board. The owners' coordinating council will function as a steering committee for owners, and serve as the election monitor when owners other than the developer are entitled by statute to be elected as voting members of the governing board. In addition, the owners' council will be permitted to bring claims to a commission formed under the bill, on matters affecting construction deficiencies in the common elements during the period of developer control. The inability of owners to file warranty claims concerning defects in common elements was found to be a problem by the State Commission of Investigation in its report of abuses in the new home construction industry. The bill addresses the inconsistency in various statutes affecting owners' rights in different types of shared ownership communities, by amending the laws to eliminate these inconsistencies. The bill creates a commission in, but not of, the Department of Law and Public Safety, to serve as a State resource center, liaison and educational resource to owners and their shared ownership community associations, and to coordinate low cost, reliable alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services to these associations. The commission will also serve as a hearing entity concerning violations of statutory law pertaining to associations. The commission is modeled after a very successful program created by Montgomery County, Maryland for homeowner associations under its jurisdiction. The bill addresses a critical need of the many owners whose associations have not provided any ADR or ADR which is not impartial. Many associations have adopted a process too biased or expensive to serve as a viable alternative to litigation. Because associations can charge each owner the cost of the board's attorney as a common expense, many boards are quick to invite litigation, rather than amicably resolve disputes. In some instances, even when a board's actions blatantly violate bylaws, or are flagrantly illegal, State and local officials are often unwilling or unable to get involved, citing the "private" nature of such communities. This places an undue financial burden on individual owners, many of whom are senior citizens on fixed incomes. The bill also addresses the general lack of information about community associations, and a lack of standards for the manner in which they may operate. The commission created by the bill and the State entity responsible for oversight of marketing of new homes is charged with creating a booklet providing detailed information to owners concerning general information, State and federal laws, resources available, and the standards of governance established for association governing boards. The commission will also be responsible for posting the information to a web site. The commission is also required under the bill to promulgate standards for transparent and democratic governance in the operation of shared ownership communities. The standards may be more specific than the provisions of the bill, but must comport with the Legislature's intent to foster open, democratic processes in such communities. The funding for the activities of the commission and the alternative dispute resolution services will come from fees already collected and earmarked for protections of owners under the "The Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act." The bill requires that all associations provide certain information annually to the Commission on Shared Ownership Communities. There is no fee to file under the bill, but those associations that do not provide the information will not be eligible as qualified private communities to seek reimbursement from their municipality for services provided to them, such as trash, leaf and snow removal, and, in addition, will not be permitted to impose fines upon members, or to receive approval to file liens based on fines imposed. In order to recognize the governmental nature of homeowners associations, and to provide the best enforcement of statutory protections for prospective homebuyers in shared ownership communities, the bill moves the responsibility for the "The Planned Real Estate Development Act" to a new bureau within the Division of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Law and Public Safety, to be known as the "Bureau of Homebuyers Protection." The Division of Consumer Affairs currently has significant experience in administering consumer protection programs; for example it has the responsibility for overseeing the "Home Improvement Contractor's Registration Act" and "the consumer fraud act." In addition, relocating homebuyer protections will help to minimize conflicts of interests concerning builders under other programs in the Department of Community Affairs, such as its role as the enforcer of construction codes, licensing of code inspectors, and overseeing the "New Home Warranty Program."
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shirley Turner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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NJ bill #A604 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Establishes Clean Energy Technology Center and Alternative and Clean Energy Investment Trust Fund for purposes of creating clean energy-related employment opportunities; allocates revenues from societal benefits charge to support its activities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a Clean Energy Technology Center (center) within the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to administer an Alternative and Clean Energy Investment Trust Fund (trust fund). The center is authorized to use the trust fund to finance clean energy technology research, provide loans and loan guarantees to encourage the creation of clean energy technology ventures and green jobs training, and invest in initiatives to promote economic self-sufficiency in low and moderate-income communities in the clean energy industry. The trust fund is financed through revenues from the societal benefits charge on electric and gas public utility customers. The bill also directs the center to develop a statewide plan for installing renewable energy generating facilities on state-owned property and conduct a study on the clean energy sector in the state.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates a Clean Energy Technology Center (center) within the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to administer an Alternative and Clean Energy Investment Trust Fund (trust fund). Under the bill, the center is authorized to use trust fund financing to finance clean energy technology research and provide loans and loan guarantees to companies, institutions of higher education, and nonprofits to encourage the creation of clean energy technology ventures and the training of workers to perform associated "green jobs." The bill specifically authorizes the center to provide loans and loan guarantees from the trust fund to: (1) stimulate increased financing for the expansion of clean energy research and development facilities by leveraging private financing and providing related financing, including financing for construction and expansion; (2) provide financing to State institutions of higher education to develop a curriculum relative to clean energy and clean energy technology; (3) make targeted investments in clean energy research and promote manufacturing activities for new and existing advanced clean energy technologies; (4) make financing available to institutions of higher education, businesses, and other institutions to encourage the federal government, industry, and other entities to provide funding; (5) provide bridge financing in anticipation of such awards; and (6) fund programs and investments that promote economic self-sufficiency for low and moderate income communities in the clean energy industry. Financing by the center from the trust fund is to be governed by rules to be approved by the board of directors of the center established under the bill. The bill provides that the 10-member board is to include representatives of government, educational institutions, and private industry, including an engineer or scientist, a chief executive officer of a New Jersey-based clean energy corporation, a representative of electric public utility ratepayers, and a venture capitalist with expertise in clean energy technologies. The bill also authorizes a study of the clean energy sector, to examine the sector's future workforce needs and its growth rate and levels of private investment, real property owned by the State available and suitable for the installation and operation of renewable energy facilities, energy efficiency opportunities on real property owned by the State, and the future funding requirements of the center. The trust fund created by the bill would be financed with revenues received from the societal benefits charge established pursuant to section 12 of P.L.1999, c.23 (C.48:3-60) (i.e., the "Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act") and is intended to stimulate the growth of the State's clean energy economy. The bill would authorize the center to use revenues to finance: (1) if the center so chooses, a "Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Institute," to serve as a joint venture among institutions of higher education in the State and to provide a focal point for research, education, and commercialization activities in the hydrogen fuel cell sector; (2) if the center so chooses, an "Entrepreneurial Fellowship Program," which would provide loans or loan guarantees to entrepreneurs from business sectors other than clean energy sectors to enroll in programs to foster knowledge and expertise of clean energy technology; (3) a loan program for clean energy companies, institutions, or nonprofit organizations; (4) a workforce development program to provide loans and loan guarantees to institutions of higher education, vocational-technical schools, or community-based organizations with existing or potential workforce development programs in clean energy; and (5) a "Pathways Out of Poverty Initiative" to provide loans and loan guarantees to clean energy companies, community-based nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, or labor organizations for training programs that lead to economic self-sufficiency.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shavonda Sumter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/04/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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NJ bill #SCR78 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Declares Division of State Lottery's new rule concerning online lottery sales inconsistent with legislative intent.
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: This concurrent resolution embodies the finding of the Legislature that the final rule adopted by the Division of State Lottery on August 17, 2023 at N.J.A.C. 17:20-1.5, permitting the direct internet sale of lottery tickets by the Division of State Lottery, is not consistent with the legislative intent of the "State Lottery Act". The Division of State Lottery shall have 30 days from the date of transmittal of this resolution to amend or withdraw the rule or the Legislature may, by passage of another concurrent resolution, exercise its authority under the Constitution to invalidate the rule in whole or in part.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Vin Gopal (D)*, Declan O'Scanlon (R)*, Parker Space (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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NJ bill #S1584 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Increases transparency and accountability for NJT and independence of NJT board members; establishes Office of Customer Advocate; requires greater detail for capital program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides for changes to the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit) enabling statutes to increase transparency and accountability and the independence of NJ Transit board members. Key provisions include: - Electing a vice chairperson of the board from among the public voting members, who cannot be an ex officio member or their designee. - Requiring public board meetings at least every 60 days, with agendas provided 7 days in advance, and allowing board members to request items for discussion. - Requiring the board to directly hire the Executive Director, Director of the Office of Customer Advocate, and Auditor General, and approve hiring for certain senior positions. - Establishing an independent Office of Customer Advocate to provide information and analysis to the board, represent customer interests, and conduct investigations and research. - Requiring the board to review and approve major planning documents, capital programs, and any substantial curtailment of paratransit service. - Enhancing transparency and oversight of the board's committees and requiring more detailed reporting on the capital program.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides for changes to the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit) enabling statues to increase transparency and accountability and the independence of NJ Transit board members. Election of the vice chairperson The bill provides that the vice chairperson of the NJ Transit board of directors is to be elected from among the public voting members of the board. The vice chairperson is to serve for a two year term. The bill prohibits an ex officio member from serving as the vice-chairperson of the board. The bill also prohibits designees of ex officio members from presiding over any board meeting.Public Meetings The bill requires that board agendas be provided to the public seven calendar days prior to the meeting and that the board is not to allow more than 60 calendar days to elapse without holding a public board meeting. The bill authorizes any board member to request, through the office of the chair, that a topic of item be included for discussion or board action at a future board meeting. Board Hiring This bill requires that the board of directors directly hire the Executive Director, Director of the Office of Customer Advocate, and Auditor General. It also requires board approval of hiring by the Executive Director for certain positions including all positions at the level of Senior Vice President and Chief. Board and Committee Transparency and Accountability The bill subjects major planning documents to review and approval by the board of directors. The board is also required to review and approve any substantial curtailment or elimination of paratransit service. The bill requires the board to take an active role in developing corporate bylaws and to adopt new bylaws within 180 days of the effective date of the bill to ensure consistency with statutory law governing NJ Transit. The board is required to ensure that the bylaws are available to the public and published on NJ Transit's website. Under the bill, NJ Transit personnel are required to make audit documents in their final form available to the members of the board in a centralized database. If NJ Transit has not yet established a centralized database for these documents, the bill requires that the documents be made available to a board member upon request. The bill requires NJ Transit senior management to collaborate with the administration committee on the development of any major fiscal item. NJ Transit is prohibited from taking certain action concerning a major fiscal item until the major fiscal item has been presented to the administration committee. If the members of the administration committee find that the major fiscal item should not advance or needs to be modified, the full board may, at a subsequent board meeting, require NJ Transit to take action. The bill provides that the Auditor General and internal audit department of NJ Transit are to report directly to the audit committee and the board of directors and are to be independent of the supervision of the Executive Director, unless specifically authorized by the audit committee or the board. The bill clarifies that each committee of the board is to serve as an apparatus for members of the committee to obtain information and to engage in policy discussions within the purview of the committee. Upon request of a committee member, NJ Transit personnel is required to provide information to the committee at a time and in a form and manner determined by the committee. The bill permits the establishment of any ad hoc or temporary committee to address a specific issue of interest to the board or the public. Each committee, standing or temporary, is to submit a committee report to the board for each committee meeting, which is to include the written summary of the substance of any discussions and any action taken at the committee meeting. The bill states that the Director of the Office of Customer Advocate, or the director's designee, may attend any committee meeting to provide pertinent information or commentary to the committee. The chairperson of each passenger advisory committee is authorized to provide pertinent information to any committee but is not privileged to committee discussion. The bill also clarifies that the board and each member of the board remain authorized and obligated to exercise the functions and responsibilities of each committee and emphasizes that each board member is required to apply independent judgment while fulfilling the board member's duties. Customer Advocate This bill repeals a provision of law that requires NJ Transit to employ a customer advocate and, instead, establishes the Office of Customer Advocate (Customer Advocate) to: provide information and independent analysis to the NJ Transit board of directors on the impact that board and NJ Transit actions are having, or are expected to have, on NJ Transit's customers; provide genuine customer input and feedback to the board of directors, including relaying the needs and concerns of customers to the board of directors; and represent the best interest of NJ Transit's customers as determined by the Director of the Office of Customer Advocate. The Customer Advocate is allocated within the Department of Transportation but is independent of any supervision or control by the department, provided, however, that the director of the office is to be supervised by NJ Transit's board of directors. The Customer Advocate is authorized to conduct investigations, initiate studies, conduct research, present comments and testimony before the board of directors, legislative committees, and other governmental bodies, and prepare and issue reports. The Customer Advocate is required to arrange for meetings with NJ Transit passengers, on at least a monthly basis, for the purpose of: relaying the concerns and needs of passengers to the board of directors and the executive management team of NJ Transit; and providing information to passengers on major board or NJ Transit actions of which the director has knowledge. In addition to monthly meetings, the director of the office may undertake any other action that the director deems to be in furtherance of the Customer Advocate's purposes. The Customer Advocate also has the authority to represent the public interest regarding proposed fare increases, proposed substantial curtailments of service, proposed expansion of service, and any other action or omission of NJ Transit that the Customer Advocate determines has an impact on NJ Transit's customers. The Customer Advocate is required to issue an annual report detailing the office's activities for the prior year. The bill reduces the number of persons appointed by the Governor to each passenger advisory committee from six to five and instead authorizes the Director of the Office of Customer Advocate to appoint one person to each passenger advisory committee. The bill also directs the passenger advisory committees to provide advice, input, and guidance to the Office of Customer Advocate. Capital Program Public Hearing and Reporting The bill requires NJ Transit to hold at least two public hearings concerning the contents of the annual capital program before it adopts and implements the program. The bill also requires NJ Transit to hold at least two public hearings per year on its strategic plan, capital program priorities, and vision for NJ Transit's future. The bill provides requirements for the public hearings. This bill amends the requirements for the annual transportation capital program report that is annually submitted to the Legislature as part of the annual budget process. This report is a recommendation provided by the Department of Transportation and NJ Transit for how the State should appropriate the State's capital program appropriations from the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund. The bill requires that the reporting of capital projects in the report be more specific by narrowing the scope of what is to be reported as a project down to the level of each contract of $100,000 or more, or a group of contracts totaling more than $100,000 that are for related work at a single site. The bill also requires the projects to be reported in a manner that conveys the scope and scale of work to be completed over the course of the fiscal year. These requirements are directed specifically at the reporting for NJ Transit which has traditionally reported capital requests in broad categories that obscure the specific capital work to be completed. The bill also provides that the capital program is to be reported in a document format as is currently the case, and to also require the reporting of capital program information in a sortable spreadsheet format.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Andrew Zwicker (D)*, Gordon Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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IN bill #HB1267 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Elimination of certain gender specific terms.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one paragraph summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill replaces the term "chairman" with the term "chairperson" in certain statutes, and replaces other gender-specific job titles with gender-neutral terminology. The bill changes the alcoholic beverage permit for "salesmen" to a permit for "salespersons". The bill also removes obsolete internal section headings within certain sections of the alcoholic beverage and tobacco law and removes masculine pronouns in certain statutes.
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Bill Summary: Elimination of certain gender specific terms. Replaces the term "chairman" with the term "chairperson" in certain statutes. Replaces chairmen, committeeman, committeemen, and certain gender specific job titles in certain statutes with gender neutral terminology. Changes the alcoholic beverage permit for salesmen to a permit for salespersons. Removes obsolete internal section headings within certain sections of the alcoholic beverage and tobacco law. Removes masculine pronouns in certain statutes. Makes technical corrections.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Sue Errington (D)*, Patricia Boy (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2024
• Last Action: First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
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NJ bill #A429 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Concerns electronic notice of open public meetings for municipal governing bodies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act" to require a municipal governing body to provide electronic notice of any meeting, including relevant documents, through the internet. The bill allows a municipal governing body to meet without providing electronic notice in urgent situations. The bill also provides for state reimbursement to municipalities for additional costs incurred to comply with the electronic notice requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill would amend the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act," P.L.1975, c.231 (C.10:4-6 et seq.) to require a municipal governing body to provide electronic notice of any meeting of the municipal governing body through the Internet. A municipal governing body would be permitted to meet without providing electronic notice in the event of an urgent matter. The bill requires an electronic notice made available by a municipal governing body to include any documents relevant to the scheduled deliberations. The bill creates an exception for certain documents that are deemed confidential under P.L.1963, c.73 (C.47:1A-1 et seq.), known as the open public records act, for documents related to discussions of the municipal governing body from which the public is excluded, and for documents that counsel to the municipality has advised the presiding officer of the governing body of the municipality would cause substantial harm to the municipality if released via electronic notice prior to formal action. The bill also provides for State reimbursement through the Department of the Treasury for additional costs incurred by a municipality to comply with the requirements of the bill.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bob Auth (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/30/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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NJ bill #S2126 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Requires State Board of Education to provide five days' notice of public meeting and permit public comment on agenda items of public meeting.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the State Board of Education to provide a minimum of five days' notice of a public meeting, an increase from the current 48-hour requirement. It also mandates that members of the public be permitted to provide comments on all agenda items that are not addressed in executive session, giving the public more opportunity to engage with the Board's proceedings.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires the State Board of Education to provide a minimum of five days' notice of a public meeting of the board. The bill also requires that members of the public be permitted to provide public comment on all agenda items of a public meeting that are not addressed in executive session. Under current law, adequate notice of 48 hours is required before a public meeting of the State Board of Education. This bill extends that required notice to a minimum of five days.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Holly Schepisi (R)*, Kristin Corrado (R), Bob Singer (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/05/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
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NJ bill #S1958 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Eliminates fee for filing certified copy of name change order.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill eliminates the $50 fee for filing a certified copy of a name change order in New Jersey. Currently, New Jersey residents seeking a name change, often due to marriage or divorce, are required to pay this fee. The bill removes this fee, making the process of obtaining a legal name change more accessible for residents of the state.
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Bill Summary: Under current law, a $50 fee is charged for filing a certified copy of an order for change of name. Many New Jersey residents seek a change of name each year for reasons including marriage and divorce. This bill eliminates the fee for filing a certified copy of a name change order in this State.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Joe Vitale (D)*, Andrew Zwicker (D), Troy Singleton (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
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NJ bill #A2384 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Creates "New Jersey Grid Modernization Task Force" in Governor's office.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the "New Jersey Grid Modernization Task Force" in the Office of the Governor. The task force will develop a comprehensive master plan for modernizing New Jersey's electric grid to address trends like increased electric vehicle adoption, more residential solar energy, and greater use of electric heating systems. The task force will also examine maintaining appropriate funding for the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority in light of the increased adoption of electric vehicles. The task force will consist of various state officials, industry representatives, and public members, and must submit its master plan to the Governor and Legislature within one year of its organization. The task force will expire 30 days after submitting the report.
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Bill Summary: This bill would create the "New Jersey Grid Modernization Task Force" (task force) in the Office of the Governor. The task force would be charged with developing a comprehensive master plan for the modernization of New Jersey's electric grid in anticipation of trends such as the increased adoption of electric vehicles, the construction of additional residential solar facilities, and the increased use of electric heating systems. The task force would also examine the issue of maintaining appropriate funding for the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority established by section 4 of the "New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority Act of 1984," P.L.1984, c.73 (C.27:1B-4), in light of the increased adoption of electric vehicles. The task force would consist of: the President of the Board of Public Utilities; the Commissioners of Community Affairs Environmental Protection, and Transportation; the Chief Executive Officer of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority; representatives from electric public utilities, the construction industry, the electrical engineering industry, the manufacturing industry, and the New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers; and members of the public appointed by the Governor and the presiding officers of the Legislature. No later than one year after its organization, the task force would be required to submit its master plan to the Governor and the Legislature. The task force would expire 30 days after it submits the master plan.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Spearman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/28/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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NJ bill #A2484 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Eliminates fee for filing certified copy of name change order.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill eliminates the $50 fee charged for filing a certified copy of an order for change of name in New Jersey. Many residents seek a name change each year, often due to marriage or divorce, and this bill aims to remove the cost burden associated with this process.
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Bill Summary: Under current law, a $50 fee is charged for filing a certified copy of an order for change of name. Many New Jersey residents seek a change of name each year for reasons including marriage and divorce. This bill eliminates the fee for filing a certified copy of a name change order in this State.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Annette Quijano (D)*, Benjie Wimberly (D)*, Carol Murphy (D)*, Yvonne Lopez (D), Don Guardian (R), Jessica Ramirez (D), Mitchelle Drulis (D), Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/02/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
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NJ bill #A2374 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Establishes NJ State Parks and Open Space Foundation.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the New Jersey State Parks and Open Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization devoted to raising funds for: (1) improvements to state, county, and municipal parks and open spaces to expand their utilization and enhance equitable access; and (2) activities beyond routine operations that enhance public programming, recreational and educational offerings, restore or maintain public accessibility to natural resources, or support operation and maintenance. The foundation will be governed by a 12-member board, including government officials and public members with relevant expertise. The foundation will have the power to solicit and accept donations, grants, and other contributions, which will be used exclusively for the stated purposes, and to invest and reinvest these funds. The foundation will be required to undergo annual audits and submit annual reports to the state.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes a nonprofit, educational, and charitable organization to be known as the "New Jersey State Parks and Open Space Foundation" (foundation). The foundation would be devoted to the raising of funds for: (1) improvements to natural or artificial assets, including the planning, design, construction, installation, renovation, repair, or restoration thereof, which are designed to expand and enhance the utilization of State, county, and municipal parks and open space for recreation and conservation purposes and the equitable access thereto; and (2) activities, beyond the routine operations of State, county, or municipal parks and open space, which are intended to enhance public programming and recreational and educational offerings, restore or maintain public accessibility to the natural resources of the State, or support operation and maintenance activities attendant thereto. The foundation would be incorporated as a New Jersey nonprofit corporation pursuant to N.J.S.15A:1-1 et seq. and would be organized and operated so that it would be eligible, under applicable federal law, for tax-exempt status and for the receipt of tax-deductible contributions. The New Jersey State Parks and Open Space Foundation would be governed by a board of directors, consisting of 12 members, as follows: the Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), the Secretary of State, and State Treasurer, or their designees, who would serve as nonvoting, ex officio members; the chairperson of the Garden State Preservation Trust established pursuant to section 4 of P.L.1999, c.152 (C.13:8C-4), or the chairperson's designee, who would serve as an ex officio member; one member of the public appointed by the President of the Senate; one member of the public appointed by the Speaker of the General Assembly; and six members of the public, to be appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate. The public members are to have expertise in open space preservation, recreational development, natural lands management, or fundraising. Of the public members, at least three members would represent nonprofit organizations having open space preservation or environmental education as their corporate purpose, and two members would have experience advancing the causes of equity or environmental justice. The DEP Commissioner would serve as the chairperson of the board of directors. The foundation would have the power to solicit and collect monetary donations and receive gifts, grants, devises, bequests, legacies, endowments, personal property, or services from and public or private sources to be used for the purposes of the foundation. Under the bill, all funds received by the foundation, other than those necessary to pay for the expenses of the foundation, would be used exclusively for: (1) improvements to natural or artificial assets, including the planning, design, construction, installation, renovation, repair, or restoration thereof, which are designed to expand and enhance the utilization of State, county, and municipal parks and open space for recreation and conservation purposes and the equitable access thereto; and (2) activities, beyond the routine operations of State, county, or municipal parks and open space, which are intended to enhance public programming and recreational and educational offerings, restore or maintain public accessibility to the natural resources of the State, or support operation and maintenance activities attendant thereto.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Bill Spearman (D)*, Shama Haider (D)*, Sterley Stanley (D)*, Alex Sauickie (R), Carol Murphy (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/28/2023
• Last Action: Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2023, c.256.
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NJ bill #A2488 • Last Action 01/09/2024
The "Liberty State Park Protection Act"; establishes Liberty State Park Advisory Committee and requirements concerning DEP actions related to Liberty State Park.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, to be known as the "Liberty State Park Protection Act," would preserve Liberty State Park as a public urban green open space by establishing certain requirements concerning actions by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) related to the park and establishing a Liberty State Park Advisory Committee. The bill would prohibit the DEP from considering any proposal to commercialize, develop, or privatize the park, except as provided in the bill. It would also restrict the DEP from conveying, leasing, or otherwise transferring any property rights within the 235-acre natural restoration area and the Caven Point Peninsula. The bill would require the DEP to develop a management plan for the park in consultation with the advisory committee, and to consult the committee for review and recommendations before entering into any agreement for a concession, conveyance, or lease. The advisory committee would be tasked with assisting the DEP in conserving, preserving, protecting, and improving the park, and would have the authority to review and make recommendations on any proposed agreements. The bill would also amend existing laws to reflect these new provisions related to Liberty State Park.
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Bill Summary: This bill, to be known as the "Liberty State Park Protection Act," would preserve Liberty State Park as a public urban green open space with authority for limited privatization by establishing certain requirements concerning actions by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) related to Liberty State Park and establishing a Liberty State Park Advisory Committee (committee). The bill would prohibit the DEP from considering any proposal to commercialize, develop, or privatize Liberty State Park, except as provided in the bill. The bill would restrict the DEP from conveying, leasing, or otherwise transferring any property rights within the 235-acre natural restoration area in the interior of Liberty State Park, and at Caven Point Peninsula. The bill would require the DEP, within five years after the bill is enacted into law, and after consultation with the committee, to develop a management plan for Liberty State Park. The DEP would be required to consult the committee for review and recommendations: (1) prior to entering into any agreement for a concession, conveyance, or lease or any other transfer of property rights; and (2) prior to the extension or renewal for a term of one year or longer any lease in effect on the date the bill is enacted into law. In addition, the bill directs the DEP to develop and implement, in conjunction with the committee, a public participation process to allow public citizens and civic organizations to provide public input on any proposed changes in land use at Liberty State Park or to the management plan developed pursuant the bill, and to also, at least once each year, hold a public forum to receive input from the public concerning plans, improvements, preservation, conservation, and management of the park, in addition to any public hearings that may be required pursuant to law. The bill also directs the DEP to develop a map depicting Liberty State Park. Under the bill, the DEP would only approve an agreement for a concession, conveyance, lease, or other agreement with a private entity to provide small-scale commercial activities if the agreement enhances the experience of a visitor to Liberty State Park, such as a bicycle or kayak rental concession, food concession, temporary winter skating rink, commercial boat tour operating from an existing boat slip, and use of the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal ("CRRNJ Terminal"), and other uses identified in the management plan developed pursuant to the bill. In addition, whenever the DEP proposes to enter into a concession, lease, or other agreement for a duration of one year or longer, the DEP would be required to present the proposal to the committee for review and recommendations and provide an opportunity for public comment on the proposal, including holding two public hearings at Liberty State Park, with one hearing being held on a weekday evening and one on the weekend, and providing a 30-day public comment period. In addition, the DEP would be required to take these same actions when it intends to convey lands acquired or developed by the State with Green Acres funds, or acquired or developed by the State in any other manner and administered by the department, located within or adjacent to Liberty State Park. The Liberty State Park Advisory Committee established by the bill would be charged with assisting the DEP in conserving, preserving, protecting, and improving Liberty State Park. In carrying out its responsibilities, the committee would give due consideration to the natural, historic, cultural, recreational, and scenic resources and the local, State, and national significance of Liberty State Park. The committee's responsibilities would include: assisting the DEP in developing the management plan required by the bill, and advising the DEP on the ecological restoration of the 235-acre interior portion of the park and means to increase public access and public enjoyment of the natural, historic, cultural, recreational, and scenic resources of the park; reviewing and making recommendations concerning concessions, leases, or other transfer of property rights with a duration of one year or longer; and submitting to the DEP Commissioner any recommendations the committee deems necessary to improve, protect the park. In addition, this bill would amend the "State Park and Forestry Resources Act," P.L.1983, c. 324 (C.13:1L-1 et seq.), which, in part, allows the DEP to enter agreements with private entities for the construction, operation, and maintenance for private profit of any facility, utility, or device in State parks and forests as the DEP finds proper for the use and enjoyment of the lands by the public. This bill would amend the law to reflect the provisions of this bill concerning agreements related to Liberty State Park. Lastly, the bill would amend the "Hackensack Meadowlands Agency Consolidation Act" to delete the provision that provided the commission, i.e., the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, which under current law is also referred to as the "Meadowlands Regional Commission," with certain authority concerning Liberty State Park.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : John Allen (D)*, Shanique Speight (D), Yvonne Lopez (D), Carol Murphy (D), Herb Conaway (D), Bill Spearman (D), Robert Karabinchak (D), Clinton Calabrese (D), Ellen Park (D), Rob Clifton (R), Vicky Flynn (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/29/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee
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NJ bill #S762 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Establishes penalty on planned real estate development association for failure to provide association members timely access to certain meeting minutes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides the Commissioner of Community Affairs with the authority to impose a penalty of up to $2,000 per meeting on the association of a planned real estate development for failing to make minutes of executive board meetings available to association members as required by the Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act. The bill aims to ensure that members of planned real estate developments, such as homeowners' associations, condominiums, and cooperative communities, have timely access to the minutes of their association's executive board meetings.
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Bill Summary: This bill would provide the Commissioner of Community Affairs with the authority to impose a penalty on the association of a planned real estate development for failing to make executive board meeting minutes available to the association members in compliance with the existing requirements of the 1993 supplement to "The Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act", P.L.1993, c.30 (C.45:22A-43 et seq.). A penalty imposed by the commissioner pursuant to this bill would not exceed $2,000 per meeting for which the minutes were not made available to one or more association members. Under existing law, the association of a planned real estate development is required to make minutes of the proceedings of executive board meetings available to all association members prior to the next open meeting. The meetings subject to this existing requirement consist of all executive board meetings required to be open to all association members, and voting-eligible tenants where applicable. A planned real estate development is a term defined in the "The Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act," P.L.1977, c.419 (C.45:22A-21 et seq.) to encompass communities governed by homeowners' associations, condominiums, and cooperative communities.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gordon Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/19/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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NJ bill #S1121 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Encourages sharing of services; makes appropriations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the "Uniform Shared Services and Consolidation Act" and the law governing the Local Unit Alignment, Reorganization and Consolidation Commission (LUARCC) to encourage and facilitate the provision of local and regional services through shared service agreements and joint meeting contracts. The bill aims to expedite the resolution of disputes over Civil Service rules and tenure provisions that have delayed the implementation of shared service agreements and joint contracts. The bill also makes changes affecting employees of local units that enter into shared service agreements or joint meetings, such as no longer requiring terminal leave payments for employees terminated for reasons of economy and efficiency. LUARCC's powers are clarified to recommend the consolidation or merger of specific municipalities and autonomous agencies, and the sharing of services between municipalities or between municipalities and other public entities. LUARCC must hold public hearings, provide cost savings estimates, and obtain the State Treasurer's certification before submitting recommendations. Municipalities must approve LUARCC's recommendations for shared services within 14 months or risk losing State aid equal to the estimated cost savings. The bill appropriates funds for LUARCC's operating expenses and to fund extraordinary expenses of local units to implement consolidation plans and shared service agreements.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies the "Uniform Shared Services and Consolidation Act," sections 1 through 35 of P.L.2007, c.63 (C.40A:65-1 through C.40A:65-35), and the law governing the Local Unit Alignment, Reorganization and Consolidation Commission, P.L.2007, c.54 (C.52:27D-501 et seq.) to encourage and facilitate the provision of local and regional services through shared service agreements and joint meeting contracts. The bill amends and supplements the "Uniform Shared Services and Consolidation Act" to expedite the resolution of disputes over Civil Service rules and tenure provisions, which are reportedly responsible for delaying the implementation of shared service agreements and joint contracts. The bill also makes a number of changes that affect employees of local units that enter into either a shared service agreement or a joint meeting. Most notably, local units would no longer be required to provide employees terminated for reasons of economy and efficiency with a terminal leave payment; the Civil Service Commission would no longer be required to review employment reconciliation plans; and certain provisions of Title 11A, Civil Service, of the New Jersey Statutes, could be relaxed by the Civil Service Commission upon request by the parties to the agreement. The local unit providing the service would have to decide which employees would transfer from a recipient local unit, subject to the provisions of any existing collective bargaining agreements within the affected local units. To that end, the bill would repeal certain provisions of the "Uniform Shared Services and Consolidation Act" that preserve the tenure rights of police officers. Under current law, the Local Unit Alignment, Reorganization and Consolidation Commission (LUARCC) examines the consolidation of municipalities, the merger of autonomous agencies into their parent municipal or county government, and the sharing of services between municipalities or between municipalities and other public entities. This bill clarifies LUARCC's powers to recommend the consolidation or merger of specific municipalities and autonomous agencies and the sharing of services between municipalities or between municipalities and other public entities. When considering a possible recommendation for consolidation or the sharing of services, the bill requires LUARCC to conduct at least five on-site consultation sessions in each local unit being studied, with the governing bodies, or their designees, and affected officials and other public entities under consideration for consolidation or the sharing of services. LUARCC would be required to include in every consolidation and shared services proposal an estimate of the savings that would result from the implementation of its recommendations. Once LUARCC recommends a sharing of services, it must hold a series of public hearings in each affected municipality. The State Treasurer would be required to certify LUARCC's basis for its fiscal analysis before LUARCC could submit a recommendation to a municipality. The municipality would then have the right to appeal LUARCC's estimate of savings resulting from a recommendation to the Commissioner of Community Affairs. The bill provides that a LUARCC consolidation recommendation would not be binding on a municipality and there would be no penalty for failing to implement the consolidation. However, the bill requires a municipality to approve a LUARCC recommendation for the sharing of services within 14 months of the recommendation, and implement the proposal within 28 months. A municipality could approve the recommendation by adoption of a resolution or ordinance or by adoption by the voters of the local unit. The bill allows a municipality to adopt a resolution or ordinance approving the recommendation subject to voter approval. If a municipality does not approve a LUARCC recommendation for the sharing of services, or does not make a good faith attempt to implement the recommendation within the required timeframes, it would be subject to a loss of State aid equal to LUARCC's estimated cost savings for implementing the recommendation. A municipality would not be subject to a reduction in State aid if it approved a recommendation for the sharing of services and the failure to implement the recommendation was due to the action or inaction of the governing body or voters of another local unit.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John McKeon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/28/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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NJ bill #S273 • Last Action 01/09/2024
"Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act"; concerns preservation of Palisades Cliffs and creates Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the "Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act," would provide for the preservation of the Palisades cliffs and create the Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council. The council would be a political subdivision of the state with 10 voting members appointed by municipalities within the Palisades cliffs area. The council would have various powers, including developing model land use ordinances, reviewing development applications, and promoting brownfield remediation in the Palisades Planning Region, which is defined as the land within 2,000 feet east of the Palisades cliff crest. The bill also sets height limits for development in the Planning Region, requiring that the maximum height of proposed development not obstruct the view of the eastern half of the Hudson River from the crest of the Palisades cliffs.
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Bill Summary: This bill, "Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act," would provide for the preservation of the Palisades cliffs and create the Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council. The council created by the bill would constitute a political subdivision of the State exercising public and essential governmental functions, would have 10 voting members appointed by the governing bodies of the municipalities within the Palisades cliffs area, and would be conferred with powers, duties, and responsibilities associated with preserving and protecting the Palisades cliffs. Additionally, the bill creates the Palisades Planning Region that would consist of that land within the municipalities which extends up to 2000 feet east of the Palisades cliff crest at each location along the Palisades cliffs. The bill provides that unless approved by the council, no development may be constructed in the Palisades Planning Region unless the maximum height of the proposed development, including any mechanical structures to be constructed atop the building or structure, is at or below the height whereby the sightline looking east from the crest directly to the west of the proposed development would include at least the eastern half of the Hudson River above the proposed building or structure. Where there is no discernable crest immediately to the west of the proposed development, except as otherwise specified in this bill, the height of the beginning of the sightline looking east would be the elevation of the surface of the portion of Palisades Avenue directly west of the proposed building or structure. Under the bill, on or before March 31 in each year, the council is required to make an annual report of its activities for the preceding calendar year to the governing body and the chief executive officer of the municipalities and Bergen and Hudson counties. Each such report shall set forth a complete operating and financial statement covering its operations during the preceding year.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Stack (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/28/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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NJ bill #S544 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Provides for public comment period at certain sessions of each house of the Legislature.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act to require the State Senate and General Assembly to each set aside a portion of a session at least four times a year for public comment. Currently, the law only requires municipal governing bodies and boards of education to allow a public comment period at each public meeting. The bill would also require the Senate and Assembly to adopt reasonable rules governing the public comment period, such as designating the session for public comment, setting time limits for speakers, and prohibiting personal comments about named individuals.
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Bill Summary: This bill would amend the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act," P.L.1975, c.231 (C.10:4-6 et seq.) to require the Senate and General Assembly to each set aside a portion of a session of that house at least four times a year for public comment. Currently, the law requires municipal governing bodies and boards of education, but not other public bodies, to allow a period for public comment at each public meeting. The bill would require that each house adopt reasonable rules governing the order and conduct of the public comment period, including, but not limited to, rules for designating the session at which public comment will be taken, the maximum time allotted to each speaker, the number of speakers per comment period, maintaining order and decorum, and prohibiting personal comments concerning named individuals.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jon Bramnick (R)*, Paul Sarlo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/14/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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NJ bill #A2511 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Requires municipal governing bodies and boards of education to provide sufficient time for all requested public comment at open public meetings.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act to require municipal governing bodies and boards of education to set aside a portion of every meeting to accommodate all requests for public comment, with a minimum of three minutes per speaker, on any governmental or school district issue. If the public comment portion exceeds the scheduled meeting length, no vote shall be taken on the subject of the comment until the next meeting, at which time the public comment shall resume until all interested members of the public have had an opportunity to comment on the subject.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends section 7 of the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act," P.L.1975, c.231 (C.10:4-6 et seq.), to provide that a municipal governing body and a board of education shall be required to set aside a portion of every meeting sufficient to accommodate all requests for public comment, of not less than three minutes per speaker, on any governmental or school district issue that a member of the public feels may be of concern to the residents of the municipality or school district. Should the portion of the meeting dedicated to public comment exceed the scheduled length of the meeting itself, no vote shall be taken on the subject of the comment until the next meeting, at which time the public comment shall resume until all interested members of the public have had opportunity to comment on the subject.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Erik Peterson (R)*, John DiMaio (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/02/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
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NJ bill #A3231 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Creates alternate voting members on county agriculture development boards.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the "Agriculture Retention and Development Act" to create alternate voting members on County Agriculture Development Boards (CADBs). Each CADB will now have two alternate members - one representing the general public and one actively engaged in farming. These alternate members can vote in the absence or disqualification of a regular voting member, with the farming alternate only able to vote in place of a farming member and the public alternate only able to vote in place of a public member. The alternate members serve four-year terms and can participate in discussions, but a vote will not be delayed to allow a regular voting member to vote instead of an alternate.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends the "Agriculture Retention and Development Act" by creating alternate members on County Agriculture Development Boards (CADB) who are able to vote in the absence or disqualification of a voting member. This bill would require each CADB to have two alternate members, one of whom represents the general public and one of whom is actively engaged in farming. These alternate members would each serve for a term of four years and may vote in place of an appointed voting member of their respective appointment background, should a voting member be absent or disqualified. The alternate voting member may participate in discussions of the proceedings when not voting. The alternate member with a farming background would be appointed in the same manner as the four members actively engaged in farming, and the alternate member representing the general public would be appointed in the same manner as the three members representing the general public.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Aura Dunn (R)*, Alex Sauickie (R)*, Dawn Fantasia (R), Mike Inganamort (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee
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NJ bill #A2680 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Requires public bodies under Open Public Meetings Act to display U.S. flag and recite Pledge of Allegiance at beginning of meeting.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all public bodies covered by the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act" to display a United States flag in the meeting room and have the person presiding, or a person designated by the presiding person, lead those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of each meeting.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires that all public bodies covered by the provisions of the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act" have a United States flag displayed in the meeting room and that the person presiding, or a person designated by the person presiding, lead those present in a recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Webber (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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NJ bill #S1126 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Establishes State bank for handling of marijuana-related funds.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the State Bank of New Jersey to provide financial services to marijuana-related businesses. The bank will be governed by a 13-member board of directors, with the State Treasurer as an ex officio member and 12 public members appointed by the Governor and legislators. The bank is authorized to make loans to and accept deposits from marijuana-related businesses, charge the same rates as state-chartered banks, and exercise other powers of state-chartered banks. The bank is exempt from state fees and taxes, and its deposits are guaranteed by the state. The Commissioner of Banking and Insurance will examine the bank, and the State Auditor will conduct annual audits, with the bank covering the costs. The State Treasurer will report annually and monthly on the bank's affairs.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates the State Bank of New Jersey to provide financial services to marijuana-related businesses. The bill authorizes the creation of a board of directors to oversee the bank. The bill permits the bank to make loans to marijuana-related businesses subject to the limitations of the bill and any rules adopted by the State Treasurer. The bill permits the State bank to charge the same rate of interest, provide for the same terms for a loan or extension of credit, and to exercise any other power or authority permissible to a State-chartered bank. The bill permits the bank to accept deposits from any marijuana-related business. The bill creates a 13 member board of directors to govern the bank. The board consists of: (1) the State Treasurer, or the State Treasurer's designee, as an ex officio member; and (2) twelve public members, who are residents of this State, six of whom are to be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate, including: one person who shall have experience in bank administration; one person who shall have experience in credit union administration; one person who shall have experience in consumer financial advocacy; one person who shall have experience in public administration; and two additional public members. Of the six other persons, two shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the President of the Senate, two shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Speaker of the General Assembly, one shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the Senate, and one shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the General Assembly. The board is required to appoint a president of the bank to supervise the administrative affairs and general management and operations of the bank. The bill provides that the president of the bank is to serve at the pleasure of the board and receive such compensation as the board shall determine. With the approval of the board, the president is charged with: (1) planning, directing, coordinating, and executing the administrative functions of the bank in conformity with the policies and directives of the board; (2) employing professional and clerical staff as necessary to implement the provisions of the bill; (3) reporting to the board on all operations under the president's control and supervision; (4) preparing an annual budget and managing the administrative expenses of the bank; and (5) undertaking any other activities necessary to accomplish the purposes of the bank. The bill provides that all employees of the bank, except the president, are to be in the career service of the Civil Service. All meetings of the board are subject to the open public meetings act and, except as provided by the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance, records maintained by the bank shall be subject to the open public records act. The bill includes post-employment restrictions on members of the board or employees of the bank. Except for a secretarial or clerical employee, while serving as a member of the board or an employee of the bank, and for a period of two years immediately following such service or employment, a person, any member of the person's immediate family, any entity with which that person is associated or in which the person has an interest, or any partner, officer, director, or employee while the person is associated with that entity, shall not be employed by, a consultant to, a member of the board of directors of, affiliated with, or otherwise a representative of, any person or entity that has obtained a loan from, or has otherwise done substantial business with, the bank. The bill also provides that members of the board and the President of the State bank shall make the same financial disclosures, whether required by law, rule, regulation or Executive Order, including an annual filing of Financial Disclosure Statements, and in the same manner, as are required of the heads of each principal department in the Executive Branch. The bill requires the board to meet regularly with the management of the bank to review the bank's operations and make recommendations to the president on the operations of the bank. The bill also provides that the State bank is exempt from the payment of all fees and all taxes levied by the State or any of its subdivisions. In addition, all deposits in the bank are guaranteed by the State and are exempt from State, county, and municipal taxes. Under the bill, the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance is required to examine the State bank in the same manner as a State-chartered financial institution and may conduct any additional investigation of the bank which may be necessary to ensure the proper operation of the bank, at the bank's cost. The commissioner shall report the examination results, and the results of any necessary investigation, to the Governor and to the Legislature. In addition, the State Auditor shall contract with an independent certified public accounting firm for an annual audit of the bank in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards. The State Auditor is required to contract for an annual audit of the separate programs and funds administered by the bank. The auditor selected shall prepare an audit report that includes financial statements presented in accordance with the audit and accounting guide for banks and savings institutions issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The auditor also shall prepare audited financial statements for inclusion in the comprehensive annual financial report for the State. The State Auditor may conduct performance audits of the bank, including the separate programs and funds administered by the bank. The auditor shall report the results of the audits to the Governor and to the Legislature. The bank or its separate programs and funds shall pay the costs of the audits. The bill also provides that, by December 1st of each year, the State Treasurer shall make an annual report to the Governor, and to the Legislature on the affairs of the bank. The report may include any recommendations that would improve the affairs of the bank. Additionally, immediately following the close of each calendar month, the State Treasurer shall prepare a report as to the state of the bank. The monthly report is to be made available on the Department of the Treasury website.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John McKeon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/28/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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NJ bill #A1372 • Last Action 01/09/2024
"Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act"; concerns preservation of Palisades cliffs and creates Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the "Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act," would provide for the preservation of the Palisades cliffs and create the Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council. The council would have 10 voting members appointed by the governing bodies of the municipalities within the Palisades cliffs area and would be responsible for preserving and protecting the Palisades cliffs. The bill also creates the Palisades Planning Region, which extends up to 2000 feet east of the Palisades cliff crest, and prohibits development in this region that exceeds certain height limits unless approved by the council. The council would be required to establish criteria for allowing development to exceed these height limits, and the bill provides the council with the authority to institute legal action for violations of the Act. The bill also requires the council to submit annual reports on its activities and finances.
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Bill Summary: This bill, "Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act," would provide for the preservation of the Palisades cliffs and create the Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council. The council created by the bill would constitute a political subdivision of the State exercising public and essential governmental functions, would have 10 voting members appointed by the governing bodies of the municipalities within the Palisades cliffs area, and would be conferred with powers, duties, and responsibilities associated with preserving and protecting the Palisades cliffs. Additionally, the bill creates the Palisades Planning Region that would consist of that land within the municipalities which extends up to 2000 feet east of the Palisades cliff crest at each location along the Palisades cliffs. The bill provides that unless approved by the council, no development may be constructed in the Palisades Planning Region unless the maximum height of the proposed development, including any mechanical structures to be constructed atop the building or structure, is at or below the height whereby the sightline looking east from the crest directly to the west of the proposed development would include at least the eastern half of the Hudson River above the proposed building or structure. Where there is no discernable crest immediately to the west of the proposed development, except as otherwise specified in this bill, the height of the beginning of the sightline looking east would be the elevation of the surface of the portion of Palisades Avenue directly west of the proposed building or structure. Under the bill, on or before March 31 in each year, the council is required to make an annual report of its activities for the preceding calendar year to the governing body and the chief executive officer of the municipalities and Bergen and Hudson counties. Each such report shall set forth a complete operating and financial statement covering its operations during the preceding year.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Julio Marenco (D)*, Gabriel Rodriguez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/15/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee
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NJ bill #A2817 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Permits Government Records Council staff attorneys to adjudicate certain government records complaints.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill permits the staff attorneys of the Government Records Council (GRC) to receive, hear, review, and adjudicate complaints filed by individuals concerning a denial of access to government records by a records custodian. A decision by a staff attorney can be appealed to the full GRC. The bill is in response to recommendations by the Office of the State Comptroller to address the GRC's backlog of public records complaints and utilize the council's staff attorneys to help process these matters in a more timely manner. The GRC will maintain its current process to hear appeals of staff attorney decisions.
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Bill Summary: The Government Records Council (GRC) has many duties with regard to the law commonly referred to as the open public records act. Among its duties, the GRC adjudicates complaints submitted to the council concerning a denial of access to a government record by a records custodian. The council consists of the Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs, the Commissioner of the Department of Education, and three public members appointed by the Governor. The council employs an executive director, professional staff, such as a staff attorney, and clerical staff as it deems necessary. Under this bill, the staff attorneys of the council will receive, hear, review, and adjudicate complaints. The decision of a staff attorney may be appealed to the council. Under current law, a decision of the council may be appealed to the Appellate Division of the Superior Court. Under current practice, the council meets monthly for the adjudication of complaints and other matters. This bill will permit staff attorneys to adjudicate complaints on a regular basis, which should help alleviate the council's backlog of complaints. This bill is in response to the recommendations of the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) July 2022 report regarding the GRC and its review and adjudication of public records complaints. The OSC expressed concern that the GRC has not processed public records complaints in a timely manner and recommended that the GRC utilize the staff attorneys of the council to receive, hear, review, and adjudicate complaints. The council will retain its current process to hear appeals of decisions of staff attorneys.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lou Greenwald (D)*, Chris Tully (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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NJ bill #A1006 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Requires certain common interest community associations to publish certain information; requires that homeowners' association contracts for management and maintenance include 24-hour emergency services.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new requirements for homeowners' associations subject to "The Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act" in New Jersey. Key provisions include: 1. Requiring associations to provide unit owners, upon request, with information such as the roster of current board members, their contact details, board election dates, the latest annual budget, and insurance policy details. 2. Mandating that any contract for maintenance, management, or operations services include 24-hour emergency services and a 24-hour hotline for unit owners. 3. Requiring associations to maintain financial records in accordance with accounting standards and make them available for inspection by unit owners or their representatives. 4. Specifying that any amendments to the association's bylaws after the effective date of this bill must include the provisions outlined in the bill, even if the original bylaws were adopted prior to the bill's effective date. The bill is not retroactive but will apply to associations the next time they update their bylaws or adopt new ones.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes additional requirements on homeowners' associations subject to "The Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act," N.J.S.A.45:22A-21 et seq., concerning management companies and public inspection of certain association documents. The bill also requires an association to provide certain annual accounting information to unit owners and modernizes the requirements to allow for the inspection of the association's records by unit owners. Specifically, the bill requires that an association provide, upon request by a unit owner, the following information: (i) roster of current board members; (ii) contact information for each current board member, consisting of a private electronic mail address by which a board member can be contacted directly by association members; (iii) board election dates and application forms for candidacy; (iv) the most recently adopted annual budget; (v) insurance information for any policy held by an association, including the name of insurance companies, the name of the broker or provider of the insurance policy, and any applicable policy numbers. Regarding contracts with management companies, the bill requires that any contract for maintenance, management, and operation services entered into by the association provide for 24-hour emergency maintenance or management services, as applicable, which must include a 24-hour emergency maintenance or management telephone hotline for use by association members. Finally, the bill establishes that, when inspection of an insurance policy is requested by an association member, an association shall provide the unit owner with an electronic copy of the insurance policy within 24 hours of the submission of the request. If the unit owner requests a paper copy, an association must provide the policy to the requester within two business days of the submission of the request. This bill is applicable to condominiums, cooperatives, and generic homeowners' associations while having no effect on residential home or apartment owners that do not belong to a common interest community. The bill is not retroactive, but thenew requirements outlined in the bill must be adopted by associations the next time any change is made to the existing bylaws, or when new bylaws are adopted.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nancy Muñoz (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/29/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee
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NJ bill #A3210 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Requires board of education to publicly post full meeting agenda 48 hours prior to meeting.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends current law to require boards of education to post the full meeting agenda on their website at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The agenda must include a detailed description of each item. This change enhances transparency and ensures consistency across boards of education, as the Open Public Meetings Act already requires 48 hours' notice of the time, date, location, and agenda (to the extent known) for public body meetings, including boards of education.
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Bill Summary: Under current law, all board of education meetings must be public and each board is required to hold a meeting at least once every two months during the period in which the schools in the district are in session. This bill amends current law to also require a board to post on its Internet website in an easily accessible location the full meeting agenda for all board meetings 48 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. The bill requires that the full meeting agenda will include a detailed description of each item on the agenda. Under the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA)," P.L.1975, c.231 (C.10:4-6 et seq.), public bodies, including boards of education, empowered as voting bodies to perform governmental functions, are required to give 48 hours of advance notice giving the time, date, location, and to the extent known, the agenda of their scheduled meetings. This bill codifies the 48 hours of advance notice requirement into the section of law specifically pertaining to boards of education, and helps enhance transparency and bring consistency to boards of education by requiring each board to post on its Internet website in an easily accessible location the full meeting agenda for all board meetings 48 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. The full meeting agenda must include a detailed description of each item on the agenda.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Aura Dunn (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
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NJ bill #A2823 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Authorizes regional authority to develop and operate regional rehabilitation and reentry center.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes one or more county governing bodies to establish a regional rehabilitation and reentry center authority to develop, construct, maintain, and operate a regional rehabilitation and reentry center. The authority would be a public body politic and corporate with various powers, including the ability to issue bonds to finance the construction and operation of the center. The bill outlines the requirements for the inter-county agreement that establishes the authority, including the composition and duties of its management committee. The center, any satellite facilities, and associated property owned by the authority would be exempt from taxation and the bonds issued by the authority would be exempt from certain taxes. The authority would be required to conduct annual audits and file bond resolutions with the state.
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Bill Summary: The implementation of this bill would result in the removal of corrections costs from the budget of participating counties, and a corresponding cap adjustment. The bill provides that one or a combination of two or more county governing bodies, may, by adoption of an ordinance or resolution or parallel ordinances or resolutions, as appropriate, establish a regional rehabilitation and reentry center authority (authority) to develop and operate a regional rehabilitation and reentry center (center). Upon adoption of the parallel ordinances or resolutions, the counties are to negotiate and agree to a proposed inter-county agreement (agreement) for the operation of the authority. Copies of a proposed inter-county agreement are to be submitted to the Local Finance Board for review and consideration. The Local Finance Board is to file its approval or denial with the clerk of the board of commissioners. If the Local Finance Board does not deny a proposed agreement within 60 days of receipt, the proposed agreement is to be deemed approved and the authority is to be established in accordance with the terms of the agreement. A county may request to become a member of the authority by negotiating an amended inter-county agreement with the authority, through the management committee. Upon entry into a proposed amended inter-county agreement, the authority is to submit the proposed amended inter-county agreement to the Local Finance Board for approval or denial of the proposed amended agreement. The bill provides that an inter-county agreement establishing an authority is to provide certain requirements enumerated in the bill. The bill provides that an authority is to be a public body politic and corporate, established as an instrumentality exercising public and essential governmental functions to provide for the public health and welfare. The authority is to have the duties, privileges, immunities, rights, liabilities, and disabilities of a public body politic and corporate and is to have taxing power. The authority is to be a "contracting unit" for purposes of the "Local Public Contracts Law," P.L.1971, c.198 (C.40A:11-1 et seq.), is to have perpetual succession until termination or dissolution in accordance with the agreement, and is to have certain powers enumerated in the bill. In order to construct and operate the center and any satellite facilities, the bill authorizes the authority to have the power to issue bonds for the purpose of raising funds to pay the cost of any part of the construction or operation of the center and to fund or refund any bonds. Upon adoption of a bond resolution, the authority is to have the power to incur indebtedness, borrow money, and issue its bonds for the purpose of financing the construction or operation of the center to meet the needs of its counties or of funding or refunding the bonds issued pursuant to the bill. The bonds are to be authorized by the bond resolution and may include terms as the bond resolution may provide. The bill provides that an authority may file a copy of a bond resolution adopted by the management committee in its office and in the office of the clerk of the governing body of each county, and may publish, in a newspaper published or circulating in each county's community, a notice stating certain information. A bond or other obligation issued pursuant to the bill is to be fully negotiable for the purposes of the negotiable instruments law under Title 12A of the New Jersey Statutes, and each holder or owner of a bond or other obligation, or of any coupon appurtenant thereto, by accepting the bond or coupon is to be conclusively deemed to have agreed that the bond, obligation, or coupon and is to be fully negotiable for the purposes of the negotiable instruments law under Title 12A of the New Jersey Statutes. The bill specifies that neither the members of the committee nor any person executing are to be liable personally on the bonds by reason of their issuance. Bonds or other obligations issued by the authority are not to be a debt or liability of the State, of any local unit, of any county, or of any municipality, and are not to create or constitute any indebtedness, liability, or obligation of the State, of any local unit, of any county, or of any municipality, either legal, moral, or otherwise. The bill provides that a bond resolution of an authority providing for or authorizing the issuance of bonds may contain provisions, and the authority is to, in order to secure the payment of the bonds in addition to its other powers, have the power by the provisions in the bond resolution to covenant and agree with the several holders of the bonds as to certain provisions enumerated in the bill. If the bond resolution of an authority authorizing or providing for the issuance of a series of its bonds provides in substance that the holders of the bonds of the series are entitled to the benefits of the bill, then, in the event that there is a default in the payment of the principal of, or interest on, any bonds of the series after the bonds shall become due, the bond holders may appoint a trustee to represent the bond holders of the series for the purposes provided in this bill. The bill provides that property of an authority is to be exempt from levy and sale by virtue of an execution of a court of competent jurisdiction and no execution or other judicial process is to issue against an authority nor any judgment against an authority be a charge or lien upon its property, provided that nothing in this bill is to apply to or limit the rights of the holder of any bonds to pursue any remedy for the enforcement of any pledge or lien given by an authority, revenues, or other monies. Notwithstanding any restriction contained in any other law, the bill provides that the State and all public officers, municipalities, counties, political subdivisions of public bodies, and agencies thereof, all banks, bankers, trust companies, savings banks and institutions, building and loan associations, savings and loan associations, investment companies, and other persons carrying on a banking business, all insurance companies, insurance associations, and other persons carrying on an insurance business, and all executors, administrators, guardians, trustees, and other fiduciaries, may legally invest any sinking funds, monies, or other funds belonging to them or within their control, in any bonds of an authority, and the bonds are to be authorized security for public deposits. The bill provides that a center, any satellite facility, and any associated property or projects owned by an authority, including any pro rata share of any property that is owned by an authority in conjunction with any other person or public agency and used in connection with a center, and all other property of an authority, is to be public property and devoted to an essential public and governmental function and purpose, and the property, an authority, and its income are to be exempt from taxes and special assessments of the State or any subdivision of the State. The bonds issued by the authority are to be for an essential public and governmental purpose and the interest and the income and all funds, revenues, and other monies pledged or available to pay or secure the payment of the bonds, or interest, shall be exempt from taxation except for transfer, inheritance and estate taxes, and taxes on transfers by or in contemplation of death. The bill requires the authority to conduct an annual audit of its accounts, and to file a copy of each bond resolution adopted by it with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Lou Greenwald (D)*, Pam Lampitt (D)*, Reginald Atkins (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2023, c.346.
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NJ bill #S228 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Allows public bodies to conduct meetings by electronic means.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill permits public bodies in New Jersey to conduct meetings, open them to the public, vote, and receive public comment by means of communication or other electronic equipment, without the previous requirement that this only be allowed during a declared state of emergency, public health emergency, or local disaster emergency. The bill defines "public body" in accordance with the Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act, and requires any electronically-conducted meetings to be open to the public in a manner consistent with that law. The bill also allows public bodies to provide electronic notice of meetings in lieu of the adequate notice otherwise required under the Open Public Meetings Act, to the extent that the public business discussed is limited to matters necessary for the continuing operation of government and related to the applicable emergency declaration.
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Bill Summary: This bill permits a public body to conduct a meeting and public business, cause a meeting to be open to the public, vote, and receive public comment by means of communication or other electronic equipment. Under current law, remote meetings, voting, and public comment are only permitted during a state of emergency, public health emergency, or state of local disaster emergency. This bill removes that restriction. Under the bill, any meeting conducted by means of communication or other electronic equipment must be open to the public in a manner consistent with N.J.S.A.10:4-12. "Public body" is defined under the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act" to be a commission, authority, board, council, committee, or any other group of two or more persons organized under the laws of this State, and collectively empowered as a voting body to perform a public governmental function affecting the rights, duties, obligations, privileges, benefits, or other legal relations of any person, or collectively authorized to spend public funds including the Legislature, but does not mean or include the judicial branch of the government, any grand or petit jury, any parole board or any agency or body acting in a parole capacity, the State Commission of Investigation, the Apportionment Commission established under Article IV, Section III, of the Constitution, or any political party committee organized under Title 19 of the Revised Statutes.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Bob Smith (D)*, Patrick Diegnan (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/30/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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NJ bill #A1573 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Enacts "Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact" in New Jersey, which becomes effective once at least 10 states join the compact. The purpose of the compact is to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states and support teachers through a new pathway to licensure. Key provisions include: - The compact establishes a process for teachers to receive a license in a new member state by determining equivalency with the receiving state's eligible licenses, with specific provisions for active military members and their eligible spouses, as well as teachers with career and technical education licenses. - The compact does not limit a member state's authority to regulate licensure or discipline teachers, but provides a framework for sharing information and cooperating on licensure and discipline matters. - The compact creates the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission, comprised of one commissioner from each member state, to administer the compact, including establishing rules, a budget, and an executive committee. - The compact includes provisions for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement, including the ability to terminate a member state for default and seek judicial remedies. - The compact can be amended by the member states, and a state can withdraw by repealing the enabling legislation, subject to certain requirements.
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Bill Summary: The bill enacts in New Jersey the "Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact." The terms of the compact make it effective for its signatories upon its adoption by at least 10 states. The purpose of the compact is to facilitate the mobility of teachers across the member states with the goal of supporting teachers through a new and expedited pathway to licensure. Each compact member state is to define, compile, and update as necessary, a list of eligible licenses that the state is willing to consider for equivalency under the compact and provide the list to the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission, which is established under the bill. The compact is applicable to the mobility of "unencumbered licenses" which is defined as "a current, valid authorization issued by a member state's licensing authority allowing an individual to serve as a teacher in P-12 public education settings. Under the compact, an "unencumbered license is not a restricted, probationary, provisional, substitute or temporary credential." However, active military members and eligible military spouses may seek to exchange with a member state a restricted, probationary, provisional, substitute, or temporary credential. Upon receipt of an application for licensure by a teacher holding an eligible license, the receiving state is to determine which of the receiving state's eligible licenses the teacher is eligible to hold and grant that license to the applicant teacher. The decision to grant the license is made at the sole discretion of the receiving state's licensing authority and may include a determination that the applicant is not eligible for any of the receiving state's eligible licenses. In the case of an active military member and eligible military spouse, the receiving state is to grant an equivalent license that, in the receiving district's sole discretion, is equivalent to the license held by the teacher in any other member state, except where the receiving state does not have an equivalent license. In the case of a teacher holding a career and technical education license, the receiving state is to grant a license that, in the receiving state's sole discretion, is equivalent to the license held by the applicant teacher and issued by another member state; except where a career and technical education teacher does not hold a bachelor's degree and the receiving state requires a bachelor's degree for licenses to teach career and technical education. A receiving state may require career and technical education teachers to meet state industry recognized requirements, if required by law in the receiving state. The compact stipulates that it is not to be construed to limit or inhibit the power of a member state to regulate licensure or endorsements overseen by the member state's licensing authority. Also, nothing in the compact is to be construed to invalidate or alter any existing agreement or other cooperative arrangement to which a member state may already be a party, or limit the ability of a state to participate in any future agreement or cooperative arrangement. A teacher eligible to receive a license under the compact, upon application, is to undergo a criminal background check in the receiving state. As indicated, the compact establishes the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission to be comprised of one delegate from each member state, who is to hold the title of commissioner. The commissioner is to be the primary administrative officer of the state licensing authority or a designee. The commission's powers include among others: establishing a code of ethics; establishing bylaws; hiring staff; establishing a budget; borrowing money; promulgating uniform rules to implement and administer the compact; and determining whether a state's adopted language is materially different from the model compact language to the extent that the state would not qualify for participation in the compact. Rules or amendments are to be adopted or ratified at a regular or special meeting of the commission. If a majority of the legislatures of the member states reject a rule, the rule would have no further force or effect. The compact also provides for the establishment of the Executive Committee of the Interstate Mobility Compact Commission which has the power to act on behalf of the commission according to the terms of the compact. The executive committee is comprised of eight voting members including the commission's chair, vice-chair, and treasurer, and five members elected by the commission from the current membership. The duties of the executive committee include recommending changes to the rules or bylaws, changes to the compact legislation, and fees paid by compact member states such as annual dues. As of this date, compact legislation has been introduced in 12 states, but has not yet been enacted in any state.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Vicky Flynn (R)*, Michele Matsikoudis (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/21/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
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NJ bill #S411 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Requires board of education to publicly post full meeting agenda 48 hours prior to meeting.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends current law to require boards of education to post the full meeting agenda on their website 48 hours prior to the start of the meeting. The full meeting agenda must include a detailed description of each item on the agenda. This requirement aims to enhance transparency and bring consistency to boards of education by ensuring the public has access to the meeting agenda in advance. The bill codifies the existing 48-hour advance notice requirement from the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA)" into the section of law specifically pertaining to boards of education.
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Bill Summary: Under current law, all board of education meetings must be public and each board is required to hold a meeting at least once every two months during the period in which the schools in the district are in session. This bill amends current law to also require a board to post on its Internet website in an easily accessible location the full meeting agenda for all board meetings 48 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. The bill requires that the full meeting agenda will include a detailed description of each item on the agenda. Under the "Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA)," P.L.1975, c.231 (C.10:4-6 et seq.), public bodies, including boards of education, empowered as voting bodies to perform governmental functions, are required to give 48 hours of advance notice giving the time, date, location, and to the extent known, the agenda of their scheduled meetings. This bill codifies the 48 hours of advance notice requirement into the section of law specifically pertaining to boards of education, and helps enhance transparency and bring consistency to boards of education by requiring each board to post on its Internet website in an easily accessible location the full meeting agenda for all board meetings 48 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. The full meeting agenda must include a detailed description of each item on the agenda.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Pennacchio (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/07/2023
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
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NJ bill #A1579 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Increases membership and provides for certain meeting requirements of Council on Local Mandates.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to increase the membership of the Council on Local Mandates (the council) from 9 to 12 members. The Governor will appoint 4 members, including at least 2 from a list of 6 nominees submitted by the chair of the State committee of the political party that received the second largest number of votes in the most recent gubernatorial election. The President of the Senate, Minority Leader of the Senate, Speaker of the General Assembly, Minority Leader of the General Assembly, and Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court will each appoint 1 member. Additionally, the Governor will appoint 3 members upon the recommendation of the executive director of the New Jersey State League of Municipalities, 2 of whom may be current local elected officials and 1 of whom must be a member of the New Jersey Association of Counties. The bill also requires the council to meet at least quarterly to review the State budget and any executive order of the Governor it deems appropriate, and publish an opinion on these topics to be made available to the public.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends existing law to increase the Council on Local Mandates (council) membership to 12 members and requires the Governor to appoint three members upon certain recommendations of the executive director of the New Jersey State League of Municipalities. The bill also requires the council to meet at least quarterly to review and provide an opinion to be made available to the public concerning the State budget and any executive order of the Governor it deems appropriate.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Vicky Flynn (R)*, Michele Matsikoudis (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/21/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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NJ bill #A1887 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Establishes "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force" in the Department of Agriculture, comprised of nine members, including ex officio members from various state agencies and four public members with extensive knowledge of invasive species. The task force is required to study efficient methods of controlling and limiting the spread of invasive species, develop plans to prevent new invasive species from entering the state and restore damaged ecosystems, identify regulatory and statutory obstacles, and prepare a comprehensive invasive species management plan. The task force is also required to maintain and update a comprehensive list of all invasive species in the state and submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature.
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Bill Summary: This bill would establish the "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force" in the Department of Agriculture, comprised of nine members. The task force would be required to: (1) study the most efficient methods of controlling and limiting the spread of invasive species; (2) develop a plan to prevent new invasive species from entering the State and limit the continuing spread of invasive species that are already present; (3) develop a plan to restore threatened or fragile ecosystems to their natural condition; (4) repair damage caused by invasive species; (5) develop uniform policies and a coordinated response to the threat posed by invasive species to the State's native and agricultural vegetation, and ecological, cultural, historical, or infrastructure resources; (6) identify regulatory and statutory obstacles and inefficiencies at the federal, State, and local levels impeding the development or implementation of prevention, control, and restoration efforts; and (7) prepare a comprehensive invasive species management plan for the State that includes an estimate of the resources necessary for its implementation. The task force which would be comprised of five ex officio members or their designees, including the Secretary of Agriculture, the Commissioner of Environmental Protection, the Commissioner of Health, the State Forester, and the Executive Director of the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station at Rutgers, the State University. The task force would also include four public members, all of whom would have extensive knowledge of invasive species, to be appointed as follows: (1) two public members to be appointed by the Governor; (2) one public member to be appointed by the President of the Senate; and (3) one public member to be appointed by the Speaker of the Assembly. This bill would designate the Secretary of Agriculture and the Commissioner of Environmental Protection, or their respective designees, as co-chairpersons of the New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force. The task force would be required to hold quarterly meetings throughout the State, and at least one public meeting would be required to take place on an annual basis in southern New Jersey, central New Jersey, and northern New Jersey. The task force would also be required to prepare and update every three years, a comprehensive list of all invasive species in the State, and prepare an annual report to be submitted to the Governor and the Legislature.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Herb Conaway (D)*, Anthony Verrelli (D)*, Reginald Atkins (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/28/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee
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NJ bill #A1668 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Revises training requirements for governing board members of public institutions of higher education.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various changes to the training requirements for governing board members of public institutions of higher education in New Jersey. The key provisions are: 1. Requires new board members to complete training within 6 months of their appointment, and existing board members who were previously exempt to complete training within 6 months of the bill's effective date. All members must complete training within 6 months of the start of each successive term. 2. Gives the Secretary of Higher Education the responsibility to determine the subject matter of the training, which must include the role of the governing board in the financial management of the institution. 3. Requires the Secretary, rather than the institutions, to arrange for the training of board members at 4-year public institutions. 4. Allows the training to be made available online. 5. Repeals a requirement for 4-year public institutions to provide certain information, orientation, and training to their governing board members. 6. Appropriates $350,000 annually from the General Fund to the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to implement the bill's provisions.
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Bill Summary: This bill makes various changes to the training requirements of governing board members of public institutions of higher education and provides for an annual appropriation of $350,000 from the General Fund to the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education for the bill's purposes. Under current law, a newly appointed member of a governing board of a public institution of higher education is required to complete training within one year of the member's appointment. This bill requires that the training be completed within six months of the member's appointment and further that previously appointed members who were exempted from the current training requirement complete the training within six months of this bill's effective date. All members will be required to complete training within six months of the start of each successive term thereafter. Current law generally provides that the subject matter of the board member training is prescribed by the institutions of higher education, in consultation with the Secretary of Higher Education. This bill provides that the secretary is to determine the subject matter of the training and that the training include the role of the governing board in the financial management of an institution of higher education. The bill provides that, in the case of four-year public institutions of higher education, the secretary will arrange for the training; current law, by contrast, requires the institution to arrange for the training. Public institutions of higher education also would no longer be required to conduct a periodic review of the training. The bill directs the secretary to provide notification to a governing board member who has failed to comply with the training requirement and provide the member with a 30-day grace period to fulfill the outstanding training requirement. The bill permits the secretary to provide additional extensions to the grace period. The bill provides that failure to fulfill the outstanding training requirement within the grace period may constitute a resignation from the governing board at the discretion of the secretary and a vacancy will be deemed to exist. Under the bill, the board member will be disqualified from being reappointed to the board, or appointed to any other governing board of a public institution of higher education, for the succeeding two-year period. Additionally, the bill permits training for governing board members to be made available online. The bill further repeals a section of law that requires four-year public institutions of higher education to provide certain information, orientation, and training to each of its governing board members. Under the bill, all required training for governing board members at public institutions of higher education is to be arranged for by the secretary. Finally, the bill provides that $350,000 will be annually appropriated from the General Fund to the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to effectuate the bill's purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Pam Lampitt (D)*, Cody Miller (D)*, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 12/21/2023
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee
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NJ bill #S1100 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Creates "New Jersey Domestic Workers' Bill of Rights Act."
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the "New Jersey Domestic Workers' Bill of Rights Act." The key provisions of the bill are: This bill establishes various rights and employment protections for domestic workers, who are defined as hourly and salaried employees, independent contractors, full-time and part-time individuals, and temporary individuals who work in a private residence for purposes like caring for a child, serving as a companion for a sick or elderly person, housekeeping, cooking, and other domestic services. The bill removes the exclusion of domestic workers from the state's law against discrimination and wage and hour law. It requires employers to enter into a written contract with domestic workers detailing terms of employment, provides rest and meal break requirements, and establishes penalties for violations including retaliation. The bill also creates a Domestic Workers Standards and Implementation Board to monitor implementation and make policy recommendations to the state.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates various rights and employment protections for domestic workers who, under the bill, are defined as hourly and salaried employees, independent contractors, full-time and part-time individuals and temporary individuals, and any worker who: (1) works for one or more employer; and (2) is an individual who works in the residence of the employer for the purposes of caring for a child, serving as a companion or caretaker for a sick, convalescing, or elderly person, or person with a disability; housekeeping or house cleaning; cooking; providing food or butler service; parking cars; cleaning laundry; gardening; personal organizing; or for any other domestic service purpose. The bill excludes from the definition of domestic worker any individual taking care of or providing services to that individual's family member; an individual primarily engaged in house sitting, pet sitting, or dog walking; an individual working at a business operating out of a residence, such as a home daycare business; an individual whose primary work involves house repair or maintenance, such a roofer, plumber, or other similar contractor; a home health care aide while the aide is paid through public funds; an individual established as a kinship legal guardian of a child who lives in the residence, or an individual who participates in the Kinship Navigator Program, as authorized by the Department of Children and Families, as a caregiver of a child who lives in the residence and receives services provided by a kinship navigator service provider; and an individual less than 18 years of age. The bill removes the exclusion of the domestic worker from the "Law Against Discrimination," P.L.1945, c.169 (C.10:5-1 et seq.) and the "New Jersey State Wage and Hour Law," P.L.1966, c.113 (C.34:11-56a et seq.). The bill also provides privacy rights to domestic workers, and it requires the employer to enter into a written contract with the domestic worker. The bill establishes penalties for violations of its provisions, including penalties against retaliation by the employer. The bill creates the Domestic Workers Standards and Implementation Board to monitor and review the implementation of the bill and make policy recommendations to the State regarding additional measures to be taken.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Britnee Timberlake (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/27/2023
• Last Action: Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2032, c.262.
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VT bill #H0696 • Last Action 01/09/2024
An act relating to establishing the Critical Incident Review Team
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to establish the Critical Incident Review Team within the Department for Children and Families' Family Services Division. The team would have the authority to conduct reviews of critical incidents, such as child fatalities, near fatalities, or serious bodily injuries, to identify ways to improve services and support for Division staff. The team would comprise the Department's Child Safety Manager and up to eight other invited members, including an employee from the Office of the Child, Youth, and Family Advocate and other relevant experts. The proceedings and records of the team would be confidential and exempt from public disclosure, and the team meetings would be exempt from the Vermont Open Meeting Law. The bill would take effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish the Critical Incident Review Team within the Department for Children and Families’ Family Services Division.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jessica Brumsted (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/08/2024
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Human Services
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NJ bill #A2695 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Provides that no more than four of the seven public members appointed to the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council may be of the same political party.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides that of the seven residents of the State appointed to the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council by the Governor, not more than four of these members may be of the same political party. The Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council is responsible for managing and protecting the Highlands region of New Jersey, which is an important water supply area for the state.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that of the seven residents of the State appointed to the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council by the Governor, not more than four of these members may be of the same political party.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jay Webber (R)*, Aura Dunn (R), Dawn Fantasia (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee
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NJ bill #A2816 • Last Action 01/09/2024
Authorizes Government Records Council to use annual appropriations to employ staff attorneys exclusively to assist council in handling complaints.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Government Records Council (GRC), which adjudicates certain complaints under the open public records act, to employ additional staff attorneys exclusively to assist in handling complaints. The bill aims to address concerns that the GRC does not process complaints in a timely manner by allowing it to hire more staff attorneys using its annual appropriations. The bill also requires the GRC to consider whether it has sufficient resources to conduct proceedings expeditiously when preparing its budget request. This is in response to a report by the Office of the State Comptroller expressing concerns about the GRC's backlog of public records complaints and the requirement that it go through the Department of Community Affairs to hire additional attorneys.
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Bill Summary: The Government Records Council (GRC) adjudicates certain complaints under the law commonly referred to as the open public records act. Concerns have been raised that the GRC does not process complaints in a timely manner. Additional staff attorneys could assist in the handling of complaints, helping to alleviate the GRC's backlog. Under current law, the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) oversees the staffing and budget for the GRC. Requests by the GRC for additional funds to hire staff attorneys have gone unanswered. This bill expressly authorizes the GRC to employ additional staff attorneys exclusively to assist the council in handling complaints. The staff attorneys will receive, hear, review, and adjudicate complaints filed concerning a denial of access to a government record by a records custodian. The bill also requires the GRC to take into consideration whether it has sufficient resources to conduct its proceedings as expeditiously as possible when it prepares its recommended budget request for a State fiscal year. This bill is in response to a report by the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) regarding the GRC and its review and adjudication of public records complaints. The OSC report expressed concern that the GRC does not process public records complaints in a timely manner, as well as concerns regarding the requirement that the GRC must go through the DCA to hire additional attorneys. This bill attempts to address those concerns and should help alleviate the backlog of GRC public records complaints.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lou Greenwald (D)*, Chris Tully (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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IN bill #SB0062 • Last Action 01/08/2024
Discussions with exclusive representative.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Requires a school employer to discuss certain items, such as pupil/teacher ratio, class size, hours and preparation time, selection of curricular materials, student supports, and instructional methods, with the exclusive representative of certificated employees. The obligation to discuss these items does not require either party to enter into a contract, agree to a proposal, or make a concession. The bill also makes it an unfair practice for a school employer to refuse to discuss these items with the exclusive representative. Additionally, it removes language that excludes a discussion or meeting to discuss items between a school employer and an exclusive representative from the provision that establishes instances in which executive sessions may be held.
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Bill Summary: Discussions with exclusive representative. Requires a school employer to discuss certain items with the exclusive representative of certificated employees. Provides that the obligation to discuss does not require either party to enter into a contract, agree to a proposal, or make a concession related to the discussable items. Makes it an unfair practice for a school employer to refuse to discuss the items with an exclusive representative. Removes language that excludes a discussion or meeting to discuss items between a school employer and an exclusive representative from the provision that establishes instances in which executive sessions may be held.
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• Introduced: 12/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : J.D. Ford (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/21/2023
• Last Action: First reading: referred to Committee on Education and Career Development
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WA bill #SB5219 • Last Action 01/08/2024
Enacting the interstate counseling compact for licensed mental health counselors.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the interstate counseling compact for licensed mental health counselors. The key provisions include: 1) Facilitating interstate practice of licensed mental health counselors to improve public access to their services, while preserving state regulatory authority. 2) Establishing a "counseling compact commission" to administer the compact, including setting licensing requirements, developing a coordinated database, and enforcing the compact's rules. 3) Allowing licensed mental health counselors to practice in other member states through a "privilege to practice" if they meet certain criteria, such as holding a valid home state license. 4) Specifying the rights and responsibilities of member states, including participating in the commission's data system and recognizing licenses from other member states. 5) Providing for the investigation and discipline of licensed counselors, including allowing member states to take adverse action against a counselor's privilege to practice in their state. The bill also amends existing state law to update the licensing requirements for mental health counselors in Washington.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to enacting the interstate counseling compact for 2 licensed mental health counselors; amending RCW 18.225.090; and 3 adding a new chapter to Title 18 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Ron Muzzall (R)*, Kevin Van De Wege (D), Steve Conway (D), Sam Hunt (D), Mark Mullet (D), Christine Rolfes (D), Nikki Torres (R), Lynda Wilson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/09/2023
• Last Action: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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WA bill #HB1417 • Last Action 01/08/2024
Concerning the multistate nurse licensure compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Interstate Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows nurses to obtain a multistate license that authorizes them to practice nursing in all compact member states. The bill outlines the requirements for obtaining a multistate license, the authority of state licensing boards to take disciplinary action, and the creation of an Interstate Commission to oversee the compact. The bill also amends existing law to recognize multistate licenses and requires nurses practicing in Washington with a multistate license to submit documentation to the state's nursing commission. Overall, this bill aims to facilitate the interstate practice of nursing and improve coordination and cooperation among states in nurse licensure and regulation.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the multistate nurse licensure compact; 2 amending RCW 18.79.030, 18.130.040, and 18.130.040; adding new 3 sections to chapter 18.79 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 18 RCW; 4 providing an effective date; and providing an expiration date. 5
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Mike Volz (R)*, Mike Chapman (D), Jenny Graham (R), Cindy Ryu (D), Joe Schmick (R), Mary Dye (R), Jim Walsh (R), Joel McEntire (R), Jacquelin Maycumber (R), Michelle Caldier (R), Tom Dent (R), Leonard Christian (R), Stephanie Barnard (R), Carolyn Eslick (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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WA bill #SB5519 • Last Action 01/08/2024
Improving consumer affordability through the health care cost transparency board.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill empowers the Health Care Cost Transparency Board to accelerate its work analyzing the drivers of health care cost growth in Washington and take action to address excessive spending that exceeds the state's health care cost growth benchmark. The bill expands the Board's advisory committee membership to include more consumer, labor, and employer representatives, and requires the Board to conduct an annual underinsurance survey and study the costs to the state from tax preferences and other public funding for nonprofit health care providers and payers. The bill also authorizes the Board to require performance improvement plans and levy civil fines on payers or providers that substantially exceed the cost growth benchmark without justification. Overall, the bill aims to improve consumer affordability by enhancing the Board's ability to identify and address drivers of excessive health care cost growth in Washington.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to improving consumer affordability through the 2 health care cost transparency board; amending RCW 70.390.020, 3 70.390.040, 70.390.050, 70.390.070, 43.71C.030, and 70.405.030; 4 adding new sections to chapter 70.390 RCW; creating a new section; 5 and providing an expiration date. 6
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : June Robinson (D)*, Steve Conway (D), Noel Frame (D), Bob Hasegawa (D), Sam Hunt (D), Karen Keiser (D), Patty Kuderer (D), Marko Liias (D), Liz Lovelett (D), Emily Randall (D), Derek Stanford (D), Lisa Wellman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/20/2023
• Last Action: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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WA bill #HB1269 • Last Action 01/08/2024
Amending the prescription drug affordability board.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) by making several changes, including: 1) Expanding the scope of drugs the PDAB can review to include more brand-name prescription drugs, biosimilars, and certain generic drugs that meet specified cost and price increase thresholds. 2) Allowing the PDAB to set upper payment limits for up to 12 prescription drugs per year after conducting affordability reviews. 3) Requiring the Health Care Authority to adopt rules for the methodology used to set upper payment limits, in consultation with the PDAB. 4) Prohibiting the PDAB from using certain metrics, like quality-adjusted life years, that could discriminate against individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions. 5) Allowing self-funded employer health plans to voluntarily be subject to the upper payment limits set by the PDAB. 6) Delaying the PDAB's ability to set upper payment limits for drugs used to treat rare diseases until January 1, 2027. 7) Requiring any savings generated from the upper payment limits to be used to reduce consumer costs, prioritizing reductions in out-of-pocket drug costs. The bill aims to make prescription drugs more affordable for patients in Washington state by expanding the PDAB's authority and implementing upper payment limits on certain high-cost drugs.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to amending the prescription drug affordability 2 board; and amending RCW 70.405.010, 70.405.020, 70.405.030, 3 70.405.040, 70.405.050, 70.405.060, 70.405.070, and 70.405.090. 4
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Marcus Riccelli (D)*, Monica Stonier (D), Nicole Macri (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/11/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Health Care & Wellness.
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WA bill #HB1404 • Last Action 01/08/2024
Reforming the state building code council, its operations and procedures, and its statutory authority.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to reform the state building code council, its operations and procedures, and its statutory authority. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Expanding the membership of the state building code council to include more diverse perspectives, such as a representative from the disability community, a public representative, and a representative from the utility industry. 2. Requiring the council to provide more transparency and public engagement in its decision-making process, including posting cost and economic impact analyses, and providing opportunities for public comment. 3. Establishing a more structured process for the council to consider and adopt amendments to the building codes, including requiring a councilmember sponsor and written proposed text for any amendments. 4. Requiring the council to identify and post the sources of information it relies on when adopting code changes, and to notify relevant state agencies of proposed rule changes. 5. Requiring the council to submit a report to the legislature after major code updates, summarizing any conflicts or different perspectives that arose during the process. The overall goal of the bill is to make the state building code council's operations more transparent, inclusive, and focused on addressing the state's housing affordability and availability challenges.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to reforming the state building code council, its 2 operations and procedures, and its statutory authority; amending RCW 3 19.27.031, 19.27.070, 19.27.074, and 19.27A.025; adding new sections 4 to chapter 19.27 RCW; and creating a new section. 5
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Keith Goehner (R)*, Mike Chapman (D), Chris Corry (R), Cyndy Jacobsen (R), Dan Griffey (R), Skyler Rude (R), Travis Couture (R), Leonard Christian (R), Greg Cheney (R), Andrew Barkis (R), Drew Stokesbary (R), Stephanie Barnard (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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WA bill #SB5117 • Last Action 01/08/2024
Reforming the state building code council, its operations and procedures, and its statutory authority.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to reform the state building code council, its operations and procedures, and its statutory authority. Key provisions include: - Increasing transparency and consistency in the council's decision-making process, adding more diverse perspectives, and thoroughly analyzing the impact of proposed changes to ensure affordability and ecological responsibility. - Modifying the council's composition and membership requirements, including adding representation from utility providers and eliminating conflicts of interest. - Establishing new procedures for the council's code adoption process, such as requiring written rule changes, economic impact analysis, and public notice and comment periods. - Requiring the council to provide legislative oversight and a report on areas of conflict and how they were addressed. - Providing training on ethics and procedures for council staff and members. The overall goal is to make the council's work more transparent, inclusive, and focused on addressing housing affordability and environmental concerns.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to reforming the state building code council, its 2 operations and procedures, and its statutory authority; amending RCW 3 19.27.031, 19.27.070, 19.27.074, and 19.27A.025; adding new sections 4 to chapter 19.27 RCW; and creating a new section. 5
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• Introduced: 12/30/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Lynda Wilson (R)*, John Braun (R), Perry Dozier (R), Phil Fortunato (R), Chris Gildon (R), Curtis King (R), Drew MacEwen (R), Jim McCune (R), Shelly Short (R), Judy Warnick (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/01/1900
• Last Action: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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WA bill #SB5024 • Last Action 01/08/2024
Establishing parents' bill of rights related to their child's public education.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a parents' bill of rights related to their child's public education. It requires school districts and public schools to post certain assessment results online, grants parents and legal guardians access to information about their child's curriculum and instruction, and mandates the Washington state school directors' association to update a model policy for increased public observation and participation in school board meetings. The bill aims to provide parents and guardians with greater transparency and involvement in their child's public education.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to establishing parents' bill of rights related to their child's public education; adding new sections to chapter 28A.605 RCW; and adding a new section to chapter 28A.345 RCW.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Perry Dozier (R)*, Matt Boehnke (R), John Braun (R), Jeff Holy (R), Jim McCune (R), Mark Schoesler (R), Shelly Short (R), Judy Warnick (R), Jeff Wilson (R), Lynda Wilson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/06/2022
• Last Action: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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DC bill #B25-0441 • Last Action 01/05/2024
District of Columbia Housing Authority Stabilization and Reform Temporary Amendment Act of 2023
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999 to establish a temporary Stabilization and Reform Board to govern the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) and require the Board and the Executive Director of DCHA to take specific actions to reform and revitalize the operations of DCHA. The bill outlines the composition of the Stabilization and Reform Board, its duties and responsibilities, and the process for appointing and replacing its members. It also requires the Executive Director to submit quarterly reports on the progress of DCHA in addressing issues identified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and developing plans for improvement in various areas, such as leasing of dwelling units, maintenance of properties, and management of the wait list.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend, on a temporary basis, the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999 to establish a temporary Stabilization and Reform Board to govern the District of Columbia Housing Authority (“DCHA”) and to require that the Board and the Executive Director of DCHA take specific actions to reform and revitalize the operations of DCHA.
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• Introduced: 09/18/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert White (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 10/03/2023
• Last Action: Law L25-0092, Effective from Dec 20, 2023 Published in DC Register Vol 71 and Page 000007, Expires on Aug 01, 2024
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MS bill #HR1 • Last Action 01/04/2024
House Rules; adopt temporary rules.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: A Resolution Adopting Temporary Rules For The House Of Representatives.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jason White (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/02/2024
• Last Action: Enrolled Bill Signed
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VT bill #H0642 • Last Action 01/04/2024
An act relating to requirements for public access to electronic meetings under the Open Meeting Law
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to amend the provisions of the Vermont Open Meeting Law to clarify that members of the public attending an electronic meeting of a public body, but not participating or speaking, shall not be required to sign in or provide personally identifying information that would make their information part of the public record.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to amend the provisions of 1 V.S.A. § 312(a)(2) to clarify that members of the public who attend an electronic meeting of a public body, but who will not be participating in or speaking during the meeting, shall not be required to sign in to the meeting or supply personally identifying information in a manner that would incorporate that information as part of a record available under the Public Records Act.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Anne Donahue (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs
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VT bill #H0640 • Last Action 01/04/2024
An act relating to three-member boards and the Open Meeting Law
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to amend the Open Meeting Law to allow a quorum of a three-member board to discuss and deliberate concerning the business of the public body, provided that a summary of these discussions and deliberations are included in the minutes of the next meeting. This change aims to facilitate the operations of three-member boards by allowing them to have necessary discussions while still maintaining transparency through the inclusion of meeting minutes.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to amend the Open Meeting Law to allow a quorum of a three-member board to discuss and deliberate concerning the business of the public body, provided that a summary of these discussions and deliberations are included in the minutes of the next meeting.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Anne Donahue (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs
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NH bill #HB652 • Last Action 01/04/2024
Relative to nonpublic sessions under the right to know law.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides that when a public body goes into a nonpublic session to discuss matters likely to adversely affect an individual's reputation, the affected person must be given written notice at least 48 hours prior to the meeting and be afforded the opportunity to be present, have legal representation, and speak on their own behalf. The bill also specifies that this notification can be waived upon written agreement of the parties. The effective date of this bill is January 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that, when a public body goes into nonpublic session to discuss matters likely to adversely affect an individual's reputation, the person affected shall be given notice of the meeting and an opportunity to attend, be represented by counsel and speak on their own behalf.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Katherine Prudhomme-O'Brien (R)*, David Love (R), John Potucek (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action: Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 01/04/2024 House Journal 2 P. 26
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VT bill #H0638 • Last Action 01/04/2024
An act relating to the Working Group on Asynchronous Open Meetings
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to establish the Working Group on Asynchronous Open Meetings to study and report on the technology and best practices available for public bodies to hold asynchronous electronic meetings. The Working Group will be composed of members from the House of Representatives, Senate, the Secretary of State, the Attorney General, and representatives from Vermont's news media and municipalities. The Working Group will examine the feasibility of asynchronous electronic meetings, including the current technology, public access and notice, resources for the public, and the use of asynchronous meetings in other jurisdictions. The Working Group will submit a report with its findings and recommendations for legislative action by January 15, 2025, and will receive per diem compensation and reimbursement of expenses for up to six meetings.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish the Working Group on Asynchronous Open Meetings to study and report on the technology and best practices available for public bodies to hold asynchronous electronic meetings.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Andriano (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/03/2024
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs
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NY bill #S06873 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Adopts the interstate nurse licensure compact (Part A); adopts the advanced practice registered nurse compact (Part B).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the interstate nurse licensure compact (Part A) and the advanced practice registered nurse compact (Part B). The interstate nurse licensure compact establishes a system for mutual recognition of nursing licenses across state lines, allowing nurses to practice in multiple states with a single license. The advanced practice registered nurse compact similarly establishes a system for mutual recognition of advanced practice registered nurse licenses. The bill sets forth the requirements for obtaining and maintaining these multistate licenses, as well as provisions for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compacts.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the interstate nurse licensure compact (Part A); and to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the advanced practice registered nurse compact (Part B)
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• Introduced: 05/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Rob Ortt (R)*, George Borrello (R), Patrick Gallivan (R), Dan Stec (R), Jim Tedisco (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/12/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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NY bill #S00457 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Relates to witness testimony before legislative committees via videoconferencing.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Legislative Law and the Public Officers Law to allow legislative committees to grant witnesses permission to testify via videoconferencing upon their request and demonstration of an inability to testify in person due to disability, cost of travel, severe weather, or other justifiable reasons. The bill also requires that open meetings of legislative committees be broadcast and streamed online to the extent practicable, and that records to be discussed at such meetings be made available to the public prior to the meeting.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the legislative law and the public officers law, in relation to witness testimony before legislative committees via videoconferencing
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• Introduced: 01/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rachel May (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/04/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
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NY bill #S01689 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Requires district leadership teams to operate under open meetings law requirements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the administrative code of the city of New York to establish certain requirements for district leadership teams. Specifically, it requires all district leadership teams to operate under the state's open meetings law, which ensures public access and transparency for government meetings. The bill states that it will take effect 90 days after it becomes law, and allows for any necessary rules or regulations to be implemented by the effective date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to establishing certain requirements for district leadership teams
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• Introduced: 01/13/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : James Sanders (D)*, Jabari Brisport (D), Cordell Cleare (D), Robert Jackson (D), Jessica Ramos (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/13/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO CITIES 1
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NY bill #S02865 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Enacts the integrity in government act; expands the powers and duties of the committee on open government.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Integrity in Government Act and expands the powers and duties of the Committee on Open Government. The key provisions are: 1. Establishes the Committee on Open Government as a permanent office with the ability to hire staff, enter into contracts, and administer an appeals process for denied access to public records or meetings. 2. Grants the Committee the power to investigate alleged violations of the state's open government laws, hold hearings, issue subpoenas, and order remedies such as nullifying actions taken in violation of the law. 3. Allows the Committee to impose civil penalties on public officials who wrongfully deny access to records or on individuals who file frivolous appeals. 4. Creates an appeals process where individuals denied access to records or meetings can appeal to the Committee, which must hear and decide the appeal within a specified timeframe. 5. Gives the Committee the ability to mediate disputes and enter into binding agreements to resolve appeals. 6. Allows parties aggrieved by the Committee's decisions to appeal to the courts, with the Committee having standing to defend its decisions. Overall, this bill significantly strengthens New York's open government laws by enhancing the powers and independence of the Committee on Open Government to enforce transparency requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to enacting the integrity in government act
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/04/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : James Skoufis (D)*, Liz Krueger (D), Kevin Parker (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO FINANCE
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NY bill #S06872 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Adopts the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (Part A); adopts the Interstate Occupational Therapy Compact (Part B); and adopts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (Part C).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (Part A), the Interstate Occupational Therapy Compact (Part B), and the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (Part C). The Physical Therapy Licensure Compact allows licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege," with the goal of improving public access to physical therapy services. The Interstate Occupational Therapy Compact and the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact have similar goals, allowing licensed occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, audiologists, and speech-language pathologists to practice in other member states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (Part A); to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the Interstate Occupational Therapy Compact (Part B); and to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (Part C);
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• Introduced: 05/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Rob Ortt (R)*, Jake Ashby (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/12/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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NY bill #S04456 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Constitutes chapter 28-A of the consolidated laws as the interstate authorities law; continues all operations of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey; repeals chapters relating to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill continues the operations of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, repealing existing laws related to the Port Authority and establishing a new chapter of consolidated laws called the "Interstate Authorities Law." The key provisions of this bill include: - Continuing the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey as the agency responsible for developing and operating transportation and terminal facilities in the bi-state Port District. - Requiring the Port Authority to operate in a transparent manner, with public meetings, financial reporting, and oversight from the governors of New York and New Jersey. - Authorizing the Port Authority to acquire property, issue bonds, and maintain a general reserve fund to finance its operations and capital projects. - Granting the Port Authority broad powers to develop and operate bridges, tunnels, air terminals, marine terminals, and other facilities within the Port District. - Establishing rules and regulations for the operation of the Port Authority's facilities, including requirements related to toll collection, traffic, security, and environmental standards. - Providing for the continuation of the Waterfront and Airport Commission of New York and New Jersey to regulate certain waterfront and airport-related industries and occupations. Overall, the bill aims to streamline and modernize the governance and operations of the Port Authority to support the economic development and transportation needs of the bi-state region.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to repeal chapter 154 of the laws of 1921 relating to the port authority of New York and New Jersey; to repeal chapter 43 of the laws relating to the development of the port of New York; to repeal chapter 47 of the laws of 1931 relating to bridges and tunnels in New York and New Jersey; to repeal chapter 700 of the laws of 1927 relating to the veto power of the governor; to repeal chapter 48 of the laws of 1931 regulating the use of revenues received by the port of New York authority from or in connection with the operation of terminal and transportation facilities relating thereto; to repeal chapter of the laws of 1931 relating to payment of a fair and reasonable sum by the port authority; to repeal chapter 876 of the laws of 1935 relating to the payment of a fair and reasonable sum for a change in grade; to repeal chapter 203 of the laws of 1938 relating to the sale of real property acquired by the port authority; to repeal chapter 163 of the laws of 1945 relating to motor truck terminals; to repeal chapter 352 of the laws of 1946 relating to monies for preliminary studies upon the interstate vehicular bridges known as the Outerbridge crossing, the Goethals bridge and the Bayonne bridge; to repeal chapter 443 of the laws of 1946 relating to the financing and effectuating of a motor bus terminal by the port authority; to repeal chapter 631 of the laws of 1947 relating to the development of marine terminals by the port authority; to repeal chapter 802 of the laws of 1947 relating to the financing of air terminals by the port authority; to repeal chapter 819 of the laws of 1947 relating to the port authority's ability to exercise the right of eminent domain; to repeal chapter 301 of the laws of 1950 relating to suits against the port authority; to repeal chapter 774 of the laws of 1950 relating to the rules and regulations governing traffic on vehicular crossings operated by the port authority; to repeal chapter 206 of the laws of 1951 relating to traffic regulations for air and marine terminals; to repeal chapter 207 of the laws of 1951 relating to penalties for violation of rules and regulations; to repeal chapter 142 of the laws of 1953 relating to smoking regulations for air and marine terminals; to repeal chapter 143 of the laws of 1953 relating to suits on leases at International Airport; to repeal chapter 808 of the laws of 1955, relating to the Narrows bridge; to repeal chapter 444 of the laws of 1956 relating to New Jersey turnpike connections; to repeal chapter 638 of the laws of , relating to the purchase, financing and rental of commuter railroad cars by the port of New York authority and agreeing with the state of New Jersey with respect thereto; to repeal chapter 209 of the laws of 1962, relating to the financing and effectuation by the port of New York authority of a port development project, consisting of the Hudson tubes, the Hudson tubes extensions and a world trade center; to repeal chapter 665 of the laws of 1964, relating to the operation within the state of New York of the Hudson tubes and the Hudson tubes extensions; to repeal chapter 474 of the laws of 1971, relating to the authorization of the port of New York authority to provide access by mass transportation facilities to air terminals; to repeal chapter 651 of the laws of 1978, relating to the further coordination, facilitation, promotion, preservation and protection of trade and commerce in and through the port of New York district through the financing and effectuation of industrial development projects therein by the port authority of New York and New Jersey, and agreeing with the state of New Jersey with respect thereto; to repeal chapter 12 of the laws of , relating to the acquisition, development, financing and transfer of buses and related facilities by the port authority of New York and New Jersey and the utilization thereof; to repeal chapter 882 of the laws of 1953 relating to waterfront employment and air freight industry regulation; and relating to constituting chapter 28 of the consolidated laws, in relation to the interstate authorities law
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Leroy Comrie (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS
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NY bill #A06421 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Enacts the nurse licensure compact allowing licensing for registered nurses and licensed practical/vocational nurses to be recognized by party states even if such license was issued by another state.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows licensing for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPNs/VNs) to be recognized by party states, even if the license was issued by another state. The key provisions of the bill include: - Establishing a coordinated licensure information system to facilitate cooperation and exchange of information among party states on nurse licensure and discipline. - Creating the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to oversee implementation of the compact, with each party state having one administrator. - Granting party state licensing boards the authority to take adverse action against a nurse's multistate licensure privilege, while the home state retains the power to take action against the nurse's home state-issued license. - Outlining the requirements for nurses to obtain and maintain a multistate license, including background checks and meeting certain educational and examination standards. - Providing for dispute resolution mechanisms and enforcement procedures to address non-compliance by party states. - Specifying the effective date, withdrawal, and amendment procedures for the compact. The bill aims to facilitate interstate nurse mobility, enhance public safety through greater coordination among states, and reduce the burden of duplicative licensing for nurses practicing across multiple states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to enacting the nurse licensure compact
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• Introduced: 04/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Danny O'Donnell (D)*, Andrew Hevesi (D), Josh Jensen (R), Nader Sayegh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/06/2023
• Last Action: referred to higher education
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NY bill #A07947 • Last Action 01/03/2024
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 enacts three interstate compacts: the psychology interjurisdictional compact (Part A), the recognition of emergency medical services personnel licensure interstate compact (Part B), and the interstate counseling compact (Part C). The psychology compact aims to facilitate the interstate practice of telepsychology and temporary in-person psychological services, while the emergency medical services and counseling compacts aim to facilitate the interstate practice of those professions. The bill also includes provisions for the administration and enforcement of the compacts.
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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: 08/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 10 : Brian Miller (R)*, Scott Bendett (R), Jeff Gallahan (R), Brian Manktelow (R), Joe Angelino (R), A.J. Beephan (R), Dave McDonough (R), Scott Gray (R), Chris Burdick (D), Alec Brook-Krasny (R)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 08/04/2023
• Last Action: referred to higher education
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NY bill #S04475 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Requires public bodies to post video recordings of open meetings on their websites within five days of such meetings; requires such recordings be maintained for a period of five years.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Officers Law to require public bodies (rather than just state agencies and authorities) to post video recordings of their open meetings on their websites within five business days of the meeting, and to maintain those recordings for at least five years. The bill aims to increase transparency and public access to the proceedings of public bodies at the state and local level.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to requiring public bodies to post video recordings of open meetings
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Addabbo (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
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NY bill #A02506 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Relates to the availability of agency records prior to or at an open meeting; removes the "to the extent practicable at least twenty-four hours" limitation from the requirement that agencies and departments shall make records available.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Officers Law to remove the "to the extent practicable at least twenty-four hours" limitation from the requirement that agencies and departments make records available prior to or at an open meeting. This means that agencies must make records available upon request, without the previous limitation, to enhance transparency and public access to information discussed at open meetings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to the availability of agency records prior to or at an open meeting
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• Introduced: 01/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Amy Paulin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/26/2023
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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NY bill #A04860 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Enacts the interstate medical licensure compact; provides a streamlined process that allows physicians to become licensed in multiple participating states, thereby enhancing the portability of a medical license and ensuring the safety of patients.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which creates a streamlined process that allows physicians to become licensed in multiple participating states, thereby enhancing the portability of a medical license and ensuring the safety of patients. The compact establishes the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission to administer the agreement, including setting rules, collecting fees, and coordinating information-sharing between member states. The bill outlines the eligibility requirements for physicians to obtain an expedited license, the procedures for designation of a state of principal license, and the disciplinary actions that can be taken by member boards. It also includes provisions for the governance and financing of the interstate commission, dispute resolution processes, and procedures for states to withdraw from or dissolve the compact.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to enacting the interstate medical licensure compact
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• Introduced: 02/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Phil Palmesano (R)*, Chris Tague (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/23/2023
• Last Action: referred to higher education
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NY bill #S03486 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Provides for the conducting of meetings by public bodies through the use of videoconferencing or other electronic means; sets rules and procedures related thereto.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Officers Law to provide for the conducting of meetings by public bodies through the use of videoconferencing or other electronic means. It sets rules and procedures for such meetings, including requirements for public access, real-time public comment, streaming of meetings, and recording of meeting minutes. The bill also defines "local public body" and repeals certain provisions related to meeting locations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to providing for the conducting of meetings by public bodies through the use of videoconferencing or other electronic means; and to repeal certain provisions of the public officers law, relating thereto
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : James Skoufis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/31/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
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NY bill #A07705 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Authorizes city boards, city-wide councils, community councils and school based management teams to conduct meetings via videoconferencing.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Education Law to authorize city boards, city-wide councils, community councils, and school-based management teams to conduct meetings via videoconference without the physical presence of the public or the members, provided that such meetings comply with the requirements of the Open Meetings Law. Specifically, the bill allows these entities to hold remote meetings that are required to be public, while still ensuring transparency and public participation through measures such as live-streaming the proceedings and allowing the public to submit comments. This change aims to provide more flexible meeting options for these education-related bodies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to meetings of the city board, city-wide councils, community councils and school based management teams
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• Introduced: 06/06/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Benedetto (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 06/06/2023
• Last Action: referred to education
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NY bill #A01793 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Requires district leadership teams to operate under open meetings law requirements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the administrative code of the City of New York to require that all district leadership teams operate under the open meetings law. This means that these leadership teams must hold public meetings, provide public notice of meetings, and allow public participation, providing transparency and public access to their proceedings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to establishing certain requirements for district leadership teams
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Khaleel Anderson (D)*, Latrice Walker (D), Manny De Los Santos (D), Stefani Zinerman (D), Brian Cunningham (D), Al Taylor (D), Phara Souffrant Forrest (D), Monique Chandler-Waterman (D), Maritza Davila (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/23/2023
• Last Action: referred to cities
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NY bill #S07222 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Adopts the interstate teacher mobility compact to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states, with the goal of supporting teachers through new pathways to licensure; establishes a regulatory framework to expedite and enhance the ability of teachers to move across state lines.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the interstate teacher mobility compact to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states, with the goal of supporting teachers through new pathways to licensure. The compact establishes a regulatory framework to expedite and enhance the ability of teachers to move across state lines. Key provisions include creating a streamlined pathway to licensure mobility for teachers, supporting the relocation of eligible military spouses, facilitating the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information between member states, and enhancing the power of state and district education officials to hire qualified teachers by removing barriers to the employment of out-of-state teachers. The bill also establishes an interstate commission to administer the compact and rules governing its implementation.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the interstate teacher mobility compact
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• Introduced: 05/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Ortt (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/18/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO EDUCATION
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NY bill #S06883 • Last Action 01/03/2024
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 enacts three compacts into law: Part A adopts the psychology interjurisdictional compact, which aims to increase public access to psychological services by allowing for telepsychology and temporary in-person practice across state lines, while also enhancing the ability of states to protect public health and safety through information sharing and mutual recognition of licenses. Part B adopts the recognition of emergency medical services personnel licensure interstate compact, which facilitates interstate practice of emergency medical services personnel with the goal of improving public access to these services, while preserving the regulatory authority of states. Part C adopts the interstate counseling compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors in order to improve public access to counseling services, while preserving the regulatory authority of states. The bill sets forth the effective date for each part and includes a severability clause.
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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: 05/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Rob Ortt (R)*, Joe Griffo (R), Tony Palumbo (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/12/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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VT bill #S0193 • Last Action 01/03/2024
An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes that the State of Vermont adopt and enter into the Social Work Licensure Compact. The Compact aims to facilitate interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to competent social work services while preserving the regulatory authority of states. It establishes a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to administer the Compact, including developing rules, collecting fees, and enforcing the Compact. The bill details the requirements for states and social workers to participate in the Compact, the process for issuing and maintaining a multistate social work license, and the procedures for handling adverse actions and disciplinary matters. The bill would take effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes that the State adopt and enter into the Social Work Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Martine Gulick (D)*, Thomas Chittenden (D), Ann Cummings (D), Ruth Hardy (D), Wendy Harrison (D), Nader Hashim (D), Ginny Lyons (D), Tanya Vyhovsky (D), Dave Weeks (R), Becca White (D), Irene Wrenner (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2024
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Health and Welfare
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NY bill #S07766 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Requires school boards to make the final decision on whether to keep, remove, or restrict access to an instructional material in a school library; establishes a review process for formal complaints concerning instructional materials that are the subject of complaints.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "Public School Instructional Materials Review and Transparency Act" to require school boards to make the final decision on whether to keep, remove, or restrict access to instructional materials in school libraries. It creates a review process for formal complaints about instructional materials, allowing parents or guardians to submit complaints and requiring school districts to establish review committees to make recommendations to the school board. The bill also mandates that school districts maintain an accessible public database of all instructional materials used in the district.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law and the public officers law, in relation to establishing the "public school instructional materials review and transparency act"
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• Introduced: 11/22/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Dean Murray (R)*, George Borrello (R), Tony Palumbo (R), Steve Rhoads (R), Alexis Weik (R)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/22/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO EDUCATION
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NY bill #A02700 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Requires public bodies to post video recordings of open meetings on their websites within five days of such meetings; requires such recordings be maintained for a period of five years.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Officers Law to require public bodies (rather than just state agencies and authorities) to post video recordings of their open meetings on their websites within five business days of the meeting. The recordings must be maintained for a period of at least five years. This expands the existing requirement, which only applied to certain state agencies and authorities, to all public bodies in New York.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to requiring public bodies to post video recordings of open meetings
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• Introduced: 01/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Amy Paulin (D)*, Carrie Woerner (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/26/2023
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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NY bill #A05357 • Last Action 01/03/2024
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 the Public Officers Law to provide for the mandatory award of reasonable attorneys' fees in certain proceedings. Specifically, it requires courts to award reasonable attorneys' fees to a person who has prevailed in a proceeding under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). It also requires courts to award reasonable attorneys' fees to a successful petitioner and against the public body in proceedings related to open meetings laws. The bill removes the previous provisions that made the award of attorneys' fees discretionary and based on certain conditions.
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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: 03/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Phil Steck (D)*, Jeffrion Aubry (D), Jo Anne Simon (D), Bill Magnarelli (D), Fred Thiele (D), Anna Kelles (D), Monica Wallace (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/07/2023
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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NY bill #S02216 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Enacts the interstate medical licensure compact; provides a streamlined process that allows physicians to become licensed in multiple participating states, thereby enhancing the portability of a medical license and ensuring the safety of patients.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the interstate medical licensure compact, which provides a streamlined process that allows physicians to become licensed in multiple participating states. The compact enhances the portability of medical licenses and ensures patient safety by establishing eligibility requirements, a designation process for a state of principal license, and procedures for applying for and issuing expedited licenses. The bill also creates an interstate commission to administer the compact, including rulemaking and oversight authorities, as well as provisions for disciplinary actions, dispute resolution, and withdrawal from the compact.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to enacting the interstate medical licensure compact
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Tom O'Mara (R)*, Jake Ashby (R), George Borrello (R), Patrick Gallivan (R), Dan Stec (R), Jim Tedisco (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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NY bill #A03391 • Last Action 01/03/2024
Enacts the interstate medical licensure compact and the nurse licensure compact to strengthen access to health care by providing a streamlined process to become licensed in multiple states.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the interstate medical licensure compact and the nurse licensure compact to strengthen access to health care by providing a streamlined process to become licensed in multiple states. The interstate medical licensure compact creates a pathway for physicians to become licensed in multiple states, enhancing the portability of medical licenses and ensuring patient safety. The nurse licensure compact allows nurses to practice in multiple states through a multistate licensure privilege and establishes a coordinated system for exchanging information on nurse licensure and discipline. Both compacts are voluntary agreements between participating states to facilitate interstate practice by medical professionals.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to enacting the interstate medical licensure compact and the nurse licensure compact
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• Introduced: 02/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny O'Donnell (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/02/2023
• Last Action: referred to higher education
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MI bill #HB5373 • Last Action 12/31/2023
Education: board members; popular election of intermediate school board members; require. Amends secs. 611, 612, 614, 616, 617 & 703 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.611 et seq.) & repeals sec. 615 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.615).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Revised School Code to require the popular election of intermediate school board members starting in 2025. Currently, intermediate school board members are elected by an electoral body composed of representatives from the constituent school districts. This bill transitions to a system where intermediate school board members are directly elected by popular vote of the school electors in the intermediate school district. The bill also makes changes to the size and composition of intermediate school boards, and specifies the process for transitioning to the new popularly elected system.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"by amending sections 611, 612, 614, 616, 617, and 703 (MCL 380.611, 380.612, 380.614, 380.616, 380.617, and 380.703), sections 611 and 612 as amended by 2004 PA 419, section 614 as amended by 2011 PA 232, and sections 616, 617, and 703 as amended by 2003 PA 299; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 11/14/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Luke Meerman (R)*, Greg Markkanen (R), Pat Outman (R), Neil Friske (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 11/14/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 11/14/2023
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MI bill #HB4346 • Last Action 12/31/2023
Civil rights: open meetings; municipal public employee retirement boards; allow meetings subject to open meetings act to be conducted remotely. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies, including municipal public employee retirement boards and certain agricultural commodity groups, to hold meetings remotely using electronic means, such as videoconferencing, under certain circumstances. The bill sets out specific requirements for how these remote meetings must be conducted to ensure public participation and transparency. The bill also establishes timelines for when remote meetings are permitted, with broader allowances before March 31, 2021 and more limited allowances after that date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled ?An act to require certain meetings of certain public bodies to be open to the public; to require notice and the keeping of minutes of meetings; to provide for enforcement; to provide for invalidation of governmental decisions under certain circumstances; to provide penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,? by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2021 PA 54.
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• Introduced: 04/11/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 21 : Kevin Coleman (D)*, Nate Shannon (D), Tullio Liberati (D), Reggie Miller (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Brenda Carter (D), Helena Scott (D), Jason Morgan (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Will Snyder (D), Mike McFall (D), Jenn Hill (D), Mike Harris (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Kelly Breen (D), Brian BeGole (R), Jim DeSana (R), Denise Mentzer (D), Rachel Hood (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 11/27/2023
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 214'23
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MI bill #SB0174 • Last Action 12/29/2023
Appropriations: supplemental; supplemental appropriations in the school aid act for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Amends secs. 6, 11, 12a, 12c, 20, 22l, 31a, 31ff, 41, 51a, 51c, 61l, 61s, 61u, 94a, 95b, 97e, 97g, 97k, 99d, 99m, 99n, 99ii, 99jj, 107a, 147a, 201, 236, 236m & 248 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1606 et seq.) & repeals sec. 12b of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1612b).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates supplemental funding for the 2023-2024 fiscal year to aid in the support of Michigan's public schools, intermediate school districts, community colleges, and public universities. The key provisions include: - Allocating over $18 billion from the state school aid fund and $87.9 million from the general fund for K-12 education, as well as additional funding from various other state funds. - Providing $245 million from the school consolidation and infrastructure fund for grants to districts and intermediate districts to support the initial costs of consolidation or shared services. - Allocating $125 million from the school transportation fund to districts and intermediate districts to offset transportation costs based on the number of riders per square mile. - Appropriating $1.7 billion from state sources for operations and other purposes at Michigan's public universities, as well as $357.9 million for community college operations. - Creating a new Michigan Achievement Scholarship program to provide direct financial aid to eligible Michigan high school graduates enrolling in in-state colleges, universities, and tribal colleges. The bill also makes other targeted appropriations for school safety, mental health, career and technical education, and other education-related initiatives. Overall, the bill represents a substantial investment in Michigan's educational system across the K-12, community college, and university levels.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled ?An act to make appropriations to aid in the support of the public schools, the intermediate school districts, community colleges, and public universities of the state; to make appropriations for certain other purposes relating to education; to provide for the disbursement of the appropriations; to authorize the issuance of certain bonds and provide for the security of those bonds; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, the state board of education, and certain other boards and officials; to create certain funds and provide for their expenditure; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,? by amending sections 6, 11, 12a, 12c, 20, 22l, 31a, 31ff, 41, 51a, 51c, 61l, 61s, 61u, 94a, 95b, 97e, 97g, 97k, 99d, 99m, 99n, 99ii, 99jj, 107a, 147a, 201, 236, 236m, and 248 (MCL 388.1606, 388.1611, 388.1612a, 388.1612c, 388.1620, 388.1622l, 388.1631a, 388.1631ff, 388.1641, 388.1651a, 388.1651c, 388.1661l, 388.1661s, 388.1661u, 388.1694a, 388.1695b, 388.1697e, 388.1697g, 388.1697k, 388.1699d, 388.1699m, 388.1699n, 388.1699ii, 388.1699jj, 388.1707a, 388.1747a, 388.1801, 388.1836, 388.1836m, and 388.1848), sections 6, 11, 20, 31a, 41, 51a, 51c, 94a, 95b, 97e, 147a, 201, 236, and 248 as amended and sections 12a, 12c, 22l, 31ff, 61l, 61s, 61u, 97g, 97k, 99d, 99m, 99n, 99ii, 99jj, 107a, and 236m as added by 2023 PA 103, and by adding sections 216d and 236o; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Darrin Camilleri (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 12/18/2023
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 0320'23
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MI bill #SB0432 • Last Action 12/29/2023
Children: services; children's ombudsman; rename, and modify powers and duties. Amends title & secs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5a, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12 of 1994 PA 204 (MCL 722.921 et seq.).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill seeks to amend the existing "office of the children's ombudsman" by renaming it the "office of the child advocate" and modifying its powers and duties. The key provisions are: - Establishing the office of the child advocate as an autonomous entity within the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget, with the child advocate appointed by the governor and serving at the governor's pleasure. - Expanding the child advocate's investigative powers to include administrative acts related to adoption, foster care, protective services, and juvenile justice services. The child advocate can investigate complaints from a wide range of individuals, including the child, parents, foster parents, legislators, and others. - Authorizing the child advocate to pursue legal action, mediate issues, review policies, and make recommendations to improve systemic issues, especially related to child fatalities. - Requiring state agencies and service providers to cooperate with the child advocate's investigations and provide access to necessary records and information, while also protecting the confidentiality of certain sensitive records. - Prohibiting retaliation against individuals who file complaints or cooperate with the child advocate.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1994 PA 204, entitled ?An act to establish the children?s ombudsman office; and to prescribe the powers and duties of the children?s ombudsman, certain state departments and officers, and certain county and private agencies serving children; and to provide remedies from certain administrative acts,? by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5a, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 (MCL 722.921, 722.922, 722.923, 722.924, 722.925, 722.925a, 722.926, 722.927, 722.928, 722.929, 722.930, 722.931, and 722.932), the title and sections 3, 5, and 11 as amended by 2004 PA 560, sections 2 and 6 as amended by 2020 PA 186, sections 4 and 10 as amended by 2014 PA 243, section 5a as amended by 2014 PA 455, sections 7 and 8 as amended by 2013 PA 38, and section 9 as amended by 2020 PA 185.
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• Introduced: 06/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Roger Victory (R)*, Sylvia Santana (D), Jeff Irwin (D), Paul Wojno (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Sue Shink (D), Erika Geiss (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 12/26/2023
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 0303'23
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MA bill #S2539 • Last Action 12/28/2023
Relative to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance the Commonwealth's cybersecurity through several key provisions: 1. It establishes a Cybersecurity Control Board to adopt and administer a state cybersecurity code, including setting minimum standards for covered entities, creating a cybersecurity accreditation program, and issuing penalties for violations. 2. It creates a Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team to coordinate the Commonwealth's response to significant cybersecurity incidents and threats. 3. It requires critical infrastructure owners and operators to report cybersecurity incidents to the Commonwealth Fusion Center. 4. It establishes an Automated Decision Making Control Board to study and regulate the use of automated decision systems by government entities and certain businesses. 5. It creates a Massachusetts Innovation Fund and State Agency Technology Upgrades Account to provide loans to state agencies for technology modernization projects. 6. It prohibits the manufacture, sale, or use of weaponized robotic devices and uncrewed aircraft within the Commonwealth, with limited exceptions. The bill also expands the definitions of "personal information" and "breach of security" under existing law and makes other changes to strengthen cybersecurity protections for Commonwealth residents.
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Bill Summary: For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to protect residents of the Commonwealth from the threat posed by certain foreign adversaries using current or potential future social media companies; and of Marcus S. Vaughn relative to electronic security for certain procurements involving electronic or cyber security equipment components, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2539).
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• Introduced: 12/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 21 : Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity, Mike Moore (D), Patrick O'Connor (R), Marc Pacheco (D), Mike Soter (R), Marcus Vaughn (R), Steve Xiarhos (R), Jay Barrows (R), Brad Jones (R), James Arena-Derosa (D), Steven Howitt (R), Hannah Kane (R), Pat Haddad (D), Jeff Roy (D), Chris Hendricks (D), Carmine Gentile (D), Joe McKenna (R), Dave Muradian (R), Kelly Pease (R), Kim Ferguson (R), Bruce Tarr (R), Simon Cataldo (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/28/2023
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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IL bill #HB1237 • Last Action 12/18/2023
AGING EQUITY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Illinois Strategic Action Plan for Aging Equity Act, which creates a planning commission to research and develop a comprehensive, long-term strategic action plan for aging equity in Illinois. The commission will examine the effects, challenges, and opportunities related to the state's aging population, and develop recommendations to address issues in areas such as healthcare, transportation, housing, and financial security. The commission will be made up of state agency directors, elected officials, and members of the public, and will provide reports and updates to the Governor and General Assembly. The goal is to identify actionable steps and measurable outcomes to address the demographic shift and ensure equitable services and support for older Illinoisans.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Illinois Strategic Action Plan for Aging Equity Act. Provides that the purpose of the Act is to appoint a planning commission to research and develop a comprehensive, cross-sector, long-term strategic action plan for aging equity that will lead to actionable goals and measurable outcomes for the years 2024 through 2036. Establishes the Strategic Action Planning Commission for Aging Equity. Provides that the planning commission shall be made up of State agency directors and appointed elected officials or their designees as ex officio members, and a group of voting individuals from the general public. Provides that the planning commission shall examine the effects, challenges, opportunities, and needs for planning related to the shifting age demographics toward an increasing portion of the State's and localities' populations being made up of older adults. Requires the planning commission to adopt guiding principles that include, but are not limited to: (i) advancing aging equity across the life course; (ii) developing cultural humility and being culturally responsive with inclusive policies, programs, and services; and (iii) harnessing the power of experience and knowledge of older persons in communities. Requires the Governor to appoint members to the planning commission within 3 months after the effective date of the amendatory Act; and to consult with the President and Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, and the Director of Aging about member appointments to ensure that (1) the planning commission reflects the geographic diversity of the State; (2) the planning commission is inclusive and consists of members who reflect a diversity of age, gender, ability, race, cultural, socioeconomic, and national background; (3) the planning commission includes Illinois residents age 60 or older; and other matters. Contains provisions on the composition of the planning commission; commission meetings; the commission's authority to establish a subcommittee; the establishment of an advisory committee; duties of the planning commission; data analysis; planning commission recommendations and reporting requirements; and other matters. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Kam Buckner (D)*, Suzanne Ness (D), Joyce Mason (D), Dee Avelar (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Maurice West (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Dan Didech (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Daniel Didech
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PA bill #SB843 • Last Action 12/13/2023
In preliminary provisions, further providing for Special Education Funding Commission, for Basic Education Funding Commission and for Commission on Education and Economic Competitiveness and providing for public job posting database, for instructional vacancy data and for data transparency; providing for Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; in drug and alcohol recovery high school program, further providing for scope of program and selection of students, providing for enrollment of students and
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Extends the deadline for the Special Education Funding Commission to provide recommendations on the special education funding formula from 2024 to 2026, and extends the deadline for the Basic Education Funding Commission to provide its report from November 2023 to January 2024. - Creates a public job posting database for school entities and nonpublic schools to post open positions, and requires the Department of Education to collect and publish data on instructional vacancies and educator workforce. - Provides for an Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact to facilitate the licensure of teachers moving between member states. - Establishes an Educator Pipeline Support Grant Program to provide grants to student teachers and their cooperating teachers. - Renames the "Safe Schools" article as "Student Supports" and shifts the focus to promoting positive school climate and behavior supports rather than just reporting incidents. - Reestablishes the Targeted School Safety Grants for Nonpublic Schools and School Entities Program, and provides for a School Mental Health Grants program for the 2023-2024 school year. - Makes various other changes related to school operations, teacher certification, community college funding, and library funding.
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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 SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNDING COMMISSION, FOR Basic <-- Education Funding Commission and for special provisions <-- applicable to limited school years COMMISSION ON EDUCATION <-- AND ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS and providing for public job posting database, for instructional vacancy data and for data transparency; in grounds and buildings, further providing for <-- limitation on new applications for Department of Education approval of public school building projects; in intermediate units, further providing for school safety and security enhancements; in certification of teachers, further providing for substitute teaching permit for prospective teachers, for locally issued temporary certification for substitute teachers and for permit for classroom monitors; providing for Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact and for Educator Pipeline <-- Support Grant Program; in safe schools, further providing for definitions and for Office for Safe Schools, repealing provisions relating to regulations and to reporting, further providing for policy relating to bullying and for maintenance of records, repealing provisions relating to safe schools advocate in school districts of the first class, to standing, to enforcement and to construction of article and other laws; in school safety and security, further providing for definitions and for School Safety and Security Committee, providing for duties of committee, further providing for School Safety and Security Grant Program, providing for Targeted School Safety Grants for Nonpublic Schools and School Entities Program, for standardized protocols, for county safe schools' collaborative and for school mental health grants for 2023-2024 school year, further providing for school safety and security coordinator training and providing for reporting and memorandum of understanding, for safe schools advocate in school districts of the first class and for enforcement; in school security, further providing for definitions, for school police officers, for annual report and for school security guards; in drug and alcohol recovery high school program, further providing for scope of program and selection of students, providing for enrollment of students and further providing for academic programs; IN <-- TERMS AND COURSES OF STUDY, FURTHER PROVIDING FOR ECONOMIC EDUCATION AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAMS; in early learning programs, providing for quarterly reporting; in high schools, further providing for attendance in other districts; in community colleges, further providing for financial <-- program and reimbursement of payments; in funding for public libraries, providing for State aid for fiscal year 2023-2024; IN EDUCATIONAL TAX CREDITS, FURTHER PROVIDING FOR <-- DEFINITIONS; IN CREDIT CARD MARKETING, FURTHER PROVIDING FOR REGULATION OF ON-CAMPUS CREDIT CARD MARKETING; in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for payments on account of pupils enrolled <-- in career and technical curriculums, for payments to intermediate units, for assistance to school districts declared to be in financial recovery status or identified for financial watch status, for Ready-to-Learn Block Grant and <-- for payment of required contribution for public school employees' Social Security; in construction and renovation of buildings by school entities, further providing for applicability; and making an editorial change; AND ABROGATING <-- REGULATIONS.
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• Introduced: 06/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Dave Argall (R)*, Ryan Aument (R), Greg Rothman (R), Judy Schwank (D), Gene Yaw (R), Dan Laughlin (R), Jarrett Coleman (R), Tracy Pennycuick (R), Michele Brooks (R), Kristin Phillips-Hill (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 12/13/2023
• Last Action: Act No. 35 of 2023
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PA bill #HB1232 • Last Action 12/13/2023
In powers and duties of elected officials, further providing for surcharge by auditors; in powers, duties and rights of appointed officers and employees, further providing for borough manager created by ordinance and election, for powers and duties, for other offices not incompatible and for organization of commission; and, in taxation and finance, further providing for preparation of budget.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Title 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. It further provides for the surcharge by auditors, the borough manager created by ordinance and election, the powers and duties of the borough manager, the compatibility of other offices with the borough manager, and the preparation of the borough's budget. The key changes include limiting the surcharge that can be imposed on elected or appointed officials, allowing boroughs to appoint a partnership, limited partnership, association, or professional corporation as the borough manager, and specifying the terms and conditions for the borough manager's employment or professional services agreement.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers and duties of elected officials, further providing for surcharge by auditors; in powers, duties and rights of appointed officers and employees, further providing for borough manager created by ordinance and election, for powers and duties, for other offices not incompatible and for organization of commission; and, in taxation and finance, further providing for preparation of budget.
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• Introduced: 05/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Lee James (R)*, Bob Freeman (D), Christina Sappey (D), Izzy Smith-Wade-El (D), Dan Moul (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/24/2023
• Last Action: Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS
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US bill #HR6726 • Last Action 12/12/2023
Responsible Accounting Standards Act of 2023
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Responsible Accounting Standards Act of 2023, amends the Securities Act of 1933 to require the accounting principles standard-setting body (e.g., the Financial Accounting Standards Board or FASB) to comply with the Administrative Procedure Act and the Government in the Sunshine Act. This means the standard-setting body must follow similar procedures to federal agencies when adopting new accounting principles, including conducting cost-benefit analyses, and holding open meetings. Additionally, the bill requires the head of the standard-setting body to testify annually before Congress. The bill is aimed at increasing transparency and oversight of the accounting standard-setting process.
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Bill Summary: A BILL To amend the Securities Act of 1933 to require the accounting principles standard setting body to comply with the Administrative Procedure Act and the Government in the Sunshine Act, to require the head of such body to testify annually before Congress, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 12/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 1 : Blaine Luetkemeyer (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 12/29/2023
• Last Action: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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HI bill #HB666 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which creates a comprehensive process that complements the existing licensing and regulatory authority of state medical boards and provides a streamlined process that allows physicians to become licensed in multiple states. The bill appropriates funds for the establishment of full-time equivalent positions within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' Professional and Vocational Licensing Division and for necessary upgrades to the division's internal database. The compact takes effect on June 30, 3001, with the appropriations taking effect on June 30, 3000.
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Bill Summary: Adopts the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact to create a comprehensive process that complements the existing licensing and regulatory authority of state medical boards and provides a streamlined process that allows physicians to become licensed in multiple states. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1)
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 13 : Della Belatti (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Cedric Gates (D)*, Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*, Bert Kobayashi (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, May Mizuno (D)*, Scott Nishimoto (D)*, Jackson Sayama (D)*, Jenna Takenouchi (D)*, Adrian Tam (D)*, David Tarnas (D)*, Justin Woodson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/06/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB1467 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Office Of Information Practices.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Hawaii's open records law to allow the Office of Information Practices (OIP) to resolve open meeting and open record complaints through either a legal determination on whether a violation occurred or by providing written guidance on the relevant legal requirements. The bill also requires OIP to make its rulings and guidance publicly available online within a reasonable time. Additionally, the bill defines "guidance" as an informal written discussion of the major legal and factual issues, including the likely resolution of a complaint, which can be issued at the director's discretion instead of a formal legal opinion.
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Bill Summary: Allows the Office of Information Practices to resolve open meeting and open record complaints through either a legal determination on whether a violation occurred or written guidance on the relevant legal requirements.
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• Introduced: 01/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Saiki (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/26/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB667 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Nurse Licensure Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the Governor to enter the State of Hawaii into the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact, which will enable nurses licensed in their home state to practice under a multi-state licensure privilege in each of the party states that have joined the Compact. The bill outlines the terms and provisions of the Compact, including the procedures for obtaining and retaining a multi-state nursing license, the authority granted to party state licensing boards, and the establishment of the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to oversee the implementation and enforcement of the Compact.
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Bill Summary: Allows the Governor to enter the State into the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multi-state licensure privilege in each party state.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 13 : Della Belatti (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Andrew Garrett (D)*, Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, May Mizuno (D)*, Scott Nishimoto (D)*, Jackson Sayama (D)*, Jenna Takenouchi (D)*, Adrian Tam (D)*, David Tarnas (D)*, Justin Woodson (D)*, Bert Kobayashi (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/21/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB1386 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Board Of Land And Natural Resources.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows no more than two members of the Board of Land and Natural Resources, one of which may be the chairperson, to determine the items that will be placed on a meeting agenda. Any discussion between these two members for this purpose is considered a permitted interaction under the state's sunshine law, which regulates public meetings, as long as the discussion is limited to selecting agenda items and no commitment is made or sought regarding voting on any matter. The bill also makes other changes to the board's meeting procedures, such as clarifying that no final action involving the disposition of public lands may be taken at a special meeting. The effective date of the bill is June 30, 3000.
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Bill Summary: Allows no more than two members of the board of land and natural resources, one of which may be the chairperson, to determine items that shall be placed on a meeting agenda and any discussion between the two members shall be a permitted interaction under the sunshine law. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1)
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Richard Onishi (D)*, Linda Ichiyama (D)*, Dee Morikawa (D)*, Cory Chun (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB723 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Sunshine Law.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the application of Hawaii's sunshine law, which governs the public's access to government meetings and records, to include legislatively appointed bodies such as task forces, working groups, commissions, special committees, and select committees. The sunshine law's requirements, including those related to open meetings, notice, agenda, and minutes, will now apply to these legislatively appointed bodies, taking precedence over any conflicting rules or procedures of the state legislature. The bill aims to enhance transparency and public access to the deliberations and decision-making processes of these legislative bodies.
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Bill Summary: Expands application of the State's sunshine law to legislatively appointed bodies, including task forces, working groups, commissions, special committees, and select committees. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Saiki (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 03/24/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB838 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To Long-term Care.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill reestablishes the Long-Term Care Commission within the University of Hawaii College of Social Sciences' Social Science Research Institute to identify further needed reforms of Hawaii's long-term care system. The commission will review and update long-term care policy goals, identify problems with existing long-term care capacity and services, and develop a five-year comprehensive long-term care plan. The commission will also explore public and private financing options to support the provision of long-term care services in the future. The bill appropriates funds for the commission and sets a termination date for the commission in 2028.
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Bill Summary: Reestablishes the Long-Term Care Commission within the University of Hawaii College of Social Sciences' Social Science Research Institute to identify further needed reforms of Hawaii's long-term care system. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/2050. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Andrew Garrett (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Della Belatti (D)*, Cory Chun (D)*, Troy Hashimoto (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Scott Nishimoto (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Gregg Takayama (D)*, Jenna Takenouchi (D)*, Adrian Tam (D)*, Chris Todd (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/23/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB317 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Audiology And Speech-language Pathology Interstate Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact to facilitate interstate practice of audiology and speech-language pathology. The compact allows audiologists and speech-language pathologists licensed in one member state to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege" system. The bill requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the compact. The compact takes effect once it is enacted into law in 10 member states, and it binds member states to comply with the compact's provisions. The bill takes effect on December 31, 2050.
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Bill Summary: Establishes provisions relating to the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact to facilitate interstate practice of audiology and speech-language pathology. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB1157 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Office Of Information Practices.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the Office of Information Practices (OIP) to issue written guidance to resolve disputes under Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act and sunshine law, instead of requiring a formal opinion. It also appropriates funds for two new permanent positions in the OIP to help manage the office's increasing workload. The bill aims to enable the OIP to provide more timely and efficient dispute resolution by offering written guidance in certain cases, while retaining the option to issue formal opinions when necessary.
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Bill Summary: Allows the office of information practices to issue written guidance to resolve disputes under the State's Uniform Information Practices Act and sunshine law. Appropriates funds for two new permanent positions in the office of information practices.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Saiki (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB1426 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To Recordings Of Public Meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill encourages boards to maintain electronic audio or visual recordings of their meetings as public records on their website, even if the written minutes have not yet been posted. It also amends the information that must be included in the written minutes, such as requiring a link to the recording at the beginning of the minutes. Additionally, the bill requires boards to provide the state archives with a copy of any recording before removing it from their website. The bill aims to increase transparency and public access to government proceedings by facilitating the openness of discussions, deliberations, decisions, and actions of governmental agencies.
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Bill Summary: Encourages boards to maintain any electronic audio or visual recording of a board meeting as a public record on the board's website regardless of whether the written minutes of the meeting have been posted. Amends the information that must be included as part of the written minutes of board meetings. Requires boards to provide the state archives with a copy of any electronic audio or visual recording of a board meeting before removing the recording from the board's website. Effective 10/1/2023.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Kouchi (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB1427 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Sunshine Law.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the application of Hawaii's sunshine law, which governs open meeting requirements, to legislatively appointed bodies, such as task forces, working groups, special committees, and select committees. It requires the state Senate and House of Representatives to hold public hearings on a biennial basis to solicit feedback on how their chamber rules can better implement the intent of the sunshine law. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in state government operations and restore public trust, as recommended by a commission that was established to review and improve standards of conduct for public officials.
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Bill Summary: Expands application of the State's sunshine law to legislatively appointed bodies, including task forces, working groups, special committees, and select committees. Requires the senate and the house of representatives to hold public hearings on a biennial basis to solicit professional and public feedback on how chamber rules can better effectuate the intent of the State's sunshine law.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Kouchi (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB719 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Office Of Information Practices.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill gives the Office of Information Practices (OIP) the discretion to resolve disputes about open records or open meetings either through a formal opinion or, when the opinion would likely favor the agency, through informal written guidance. It also appropriates funding for OIP to hire two new full-time positions, including an attorney and a legal assistant, to help the office handle its increasing workload and responsibilities over the years.
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Bill Summary: Gives the Office of Information Practices the discretion to resolve disputes about open records or open meetings either through an opinion or, when the opinion would likely be in favor of the agency, through informal written guidance. Appropriates funding for the Office of Information Practices to hire two new full-time positions for a Legal Assistant and Attorney.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Sharon Moriwaki (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Angus McKelvey (D)*, Glenn Wakai (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/20/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB668 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Physical Therapy Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the Governor to enter the State of Hawaii into the multi-state Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, which will allow physical therapists and physical therapist assistants licensed in their home state to practice under a multi-state licensure privilege in each member state. The bill requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. It also requires applicants for physical therapist or physical therapist assistant licensure to submit a full set of electronic fingerprints for federal and state criminal history record checks, and authorizes the Department to conduct such background checks. The bill is effective on December 31, 2050.
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Bill Summary: Allows the Governor to enter the State into the multi-state Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, which will allow a physical therapist licensed by a home state to practice under a multi-state licensure privilege in each party state. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. Requires applicants for physical therapist or physical therapist assistant licensure to submit a full set of electronic fingerprints for the purpose of obtaining federal and state criminal history record checks. Authorizes the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to conduct criminal background checks on applicants for physical therapist or physical therapist assistant licensure. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD2)
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Gilbert Keith-Agaran (D)*, Donovan Dela Cruz (D), Les Ihara (D), Angus McKelvey (D), Glenn Wakai (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 03/04/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB670 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Nurse Licensure Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows the Governor to enter the State of Hawaii into the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact. The Compact enables a nurse licensed in one state (the "home" state) to practice in other party states (the "remote" states) under a multi-state licensure privilege, provided the nurse meets certain requirements. The bill outlines the terms and provisions of the Compact, including its purpose, definitions, licensure requirements, enforcement mechanisms, and the establishment of an Interstate Commission to administer the agreement across party states.
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Bill Summary: Allows the Governor to enter the State into the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multi-state licensure privilege in each party state.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Gilbert Keith-Agaran (D)*, Jarrett Keohokalole (D)*, Karl Rhoads (D)*, Donovan Dela Cruz (D), Angus McKelvey (D), Sharon Moriwaki (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/20/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB322 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Interstate Licensed Professional Counselors Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Interstate Licensed Professional Counselors Compact, which allows a licensed professional counselor in their state of residence to practice in other compact member states without obtaining an additional license. The bill requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the compact. The bill takes effect on December 31, 2050.
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Bill Summary: Adopts the Interstate Licensed Professional Counselors Compact to allow a person who is a licensed professional counselor in the person's state of residence to practice professional counseling in a compact state in which the person is not licensed pursuant to a privilege to practice. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB548 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To Sexual Violence Prevention Education.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Erin's Law task force to review policies, programs, and curricula for educating public school students about sexual abuse and sex trafficking prevention. The task force will report recommendations for a program to educate students on sexual abuse prevention through age-appropriate curricula, provide relevant training to teachers and staff, and inform parents and guardians about child sexual abuse topics. At the conclusion of the task force, the Department of Education is required to establish and implement a systemwide sexual abuse prevention education program by June 30, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Establishes the Erin's law task force to review policies, programs, and curricula for educating public school students about sexual abuse and sex trafficking prevention, report recommendations for the establishment of a program to educate public school children on sexual abuse prevention through age-appropriate curricula, provide relevant training to teachers and school staff, and inform parents and guardians about important child sexual abuse topics. Requires the Department of Education to establish and implement a systemwide sexual abuse prevention education program at the conclusion of the task force.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 24 : Lisa Marten (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Cory Chun (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Andrew Garrett (D)*, Cedric Gates (D)*, Troy Hashimoto (D)*, Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*, Linda Ichiyama (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Lisa Kitagawa (D)*, Nicole Lowen (D)*, Scot Matayoshi (D)*, May Mizuno (D)*, Mark Nakashima (D)*, Richard Onishi (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Jackson Sayama (D)*, Gregg Takayama (D)*, Jenna Takenouchi (D)*, David Tarnas (D)*, Chris Todd (D)*, Diamond Garcia (R), Bert Kobayashi (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/20/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB308 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To Sexual Violence Prevention Education.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Erin's Law task force to review policies, programs, and curricula for educating public school students about sexual abuse and sex trafficking prevention. The task force will report recommendations for a program to educate public school children on sexual abuse prevention through age-appropriate curricula, provide relevant training to teachers and school staff, and inform parents and guardians about important child sexual abuse topics. The Department of Education is required to establish and implement this systemwide sexual abuse prevention education program by June 30, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Establishes the Erin's law task force to review policies, programs, and curricula for educating public school students about sexual abuse and sex trafficking prevention, report recommendations for the establishment of a program to educate public school children on sexual abuse prevention through age-appropriate curricula, provide relevant training to teachers and school staff, and inform parents and guardians about important child sexual abuse topics. Requires the Department of Education to establish and implement a systemwide sexual abuse prevention education program at the conclusion of the task force.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Donovan Dela Cruz (D)*, Henry Aquino (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Lorraine Inouye (D)*, Dru Kanuha (D)*, Jarrett Keohokalole (D)*, Sharon Moriwaki (D)*, Les Ihara (D), Gilbert Keith-Agaran (D), Michelle Kidani (D), Donna Kim (D), Angus McKelvey (D), Tim Richards (D), Glenn Wakai (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB547 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Board Of Regents.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the University of Hawaii's Board of Regents to approve by majority vote any designee selected by the Board's chairperson to serve or participate as a voting or non-voting member of any legislatively established board, commission, working group, or task force. The bill also makes other changes to the powers and responsibilities of the Board of Regents, such as updating the language around the Board's authority to manage the University's inventory, equipment, and surplus property.
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Bill Summary: Requires the University of Hawaii's Board of Regents to approve by majority vote any designee selected to serve or participate for the chairperson as a voting or nonvoting member of any legislatively established board, commission, working group, or task force. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dru Kanuha (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB627 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To Government Reform.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces various suggestions to improve the standards of conduct concerning elected officials, as recommended by the Commission to Improve Standards of Conduct in their final report. The key provisions of this bill include: 1. Establishing the Office of the Public Advocate within the Department of the Attorney General to receive and investigate complaints about violations of the public's rights in the legislative process. 2. Expanding financial disclosure requirements for legislators, including disclosure of business relationships with lobbyists. 3. Prohibiting nepotism in state government employment and contracting. 4. Creating new criminal offenses related to making false claims against the state, fraud, and making false statements. 5. Increasing transparency and accountability measures for the legislature, including live-streaming and recording of meetings, timely posting of meeting minutes, and public reporting of legislative allowance expenditures. 6. Enhancing the State Ethics Commission's enforcement powers and penalties for campaign finance violations. 7. Mandating lobbyist training and increasing reporting requirements. 8. Increasing the maximum amounts of public campaign financing available to candidates. 9. Prohibiting campaign contributions to elected officials during legislative sessions. The bill also provides appropriations to support the implementation of these reforms at the state and county levels.
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Bill Summary: Introduces suggestions to improve the standards of conduct concerning elected officials, as recommended by the Commission to Improve Standards of Conduct in their final report.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Gene Ward (R)*, David Alcos (R)*, Diamond Garcia (R)*, Lauren Matsumoto (R)*, Elijah Pierick (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/21/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB323 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To The Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants licensed in a member state to practice in other member states. It requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. The bill will take effect on December 31, 2050.
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Bill Summary: Adopts the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact allowing occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants licensed in a member state to practice in other member states. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #SB149 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Proposing Amendments To Article Iii Of The Hawaii State Constitution To Establish A Continuous Legislative Session.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes amendments to the Hawaii state constitution to establish a continuous legislative session. The key provisions include: 1) Requiring the legislature to convene at least once a month, rather than having a fixed 60-day session. 2) Removing language regarding special sessions, adjournments, and recesses. 3) Creating a two-year deadline for a bill to be submitted for the governor's consideration. 4) Standardizing the number of days the governor has to approve or veto a bill to 30 calendar days. 5) Requiring bills returned by the governor to be heard by the legislature within 30 days for the bill to be further amended. 6) Requiring the legislative budget to pass within 45 days before the end of each fiscal year. 7) Making members of the legislature subject to the sunshine law. 8) Prohibiting members of the legislature from having any employment outside of their legislative duties.
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Bill Summary: Establishes a continuous Legislature. Requires the Legislature to convene at least once a month. Removes language regarding special sessions, adjournment, and recesses. Creates a two-year deadline for a bill to be submitted for gubernatorial consideration. Standardizes the number of days that the Governor must approve or veto a bill submitted for consideration. Requires bills returned by the Governor to be heard by the Legislature within 30 days for the bill to be further amended. Requires the passage of the legislative budget within 45 days before the end of each fiscal year. Makes members of the Legislature subject to the sunshine law. Prohibits members of the Legislature from having employment other than their work as members of the Legislature. Takes effect 01/01/3000. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Stanley Chang (D)*, Angus McKelvey (D)*, Karl Rhoads (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/14/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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HI bill #HB1264 • Last Action 12/11/2023
Relating To Nurses.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse licensed in their home state to practice under a multistate licensure privilege in each party state. The key provisions include: - Nurses holding a multistate license issued by their home state can practice in any party state under the multistate licensure privilege. - Nurses must meet certain requirements to obtain a multistate license, such as passing the NCLEX exam and having an active, unencumbered license. - Party states can take adverse action against a nurse's multistate licensure privilege, such as revocation or suspension, which will deactivate the privilege in all other party states. - The bill establishes the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to oversee the compact's implementation and administration, with each party state having a representative on the commission. - The bill allows for coordinated information sharing about nurses' licensure and disciplinary history among party states. - The compact will become effective once enacted into law by 26 or more states, or by December 31, 2018.
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Bill Summary: Requires state participation in the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multistate licensure privilege in each party state.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 26 : Jackson Sayama (D)*, Terez Amato (D)*, Della Belatti (D)*, Elle Cochran (D)*, Sonny Ganaden (D)*, Andrew Garrett (D)*, Troy Hashimoto (D)*, Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*, Linda Ichiyama (D)*, Kirstin Kahaloa (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Darius Kila (D)*, Lisa Kitagawa (D)*, Bert Kobayashi (D)*, Rachele Fernandez Lamosao (D)*, Nicole Lowen (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, Rose Martinez (D)*, May Mizuno (D)*, Mark Nakashima (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Elijah Pierick (R)*, Mahina Poepoe (D)*, Gregg Takayama (D)*, Adrian Tam (D)*, David Tarnas (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: Carried over to 2024 Regular Session.
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IL bill #HB3052 • Last Action 12/10/2023
CHILD HUNGER-BREAKFAST GRANT
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Childhood Hunger Relief Act to require school districts in Illinois to implement and operate a school breakfast program in schools where at least 40% of students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunches. The bill allows school districts to opt out of this requirement if they can demonstrate that the expense of the program would not be fully covered by reimbursements. The bill also establishes a grant program to provide up to $7,000 per school site for nonrecurring costs of initiating a "breakfast after the bell" program, with priority given to applicants with higher rates of free or reduced-price eligible students and a plan to expand school breakfast programs.
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Bill Summary: concerning education.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Omar Williams (D)*, Don Harmon (D)*, Lisa Hernandez (D), Camille Lilly (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Ann Williams (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Joyce Mason (D), Sharon Chung (D), Linda Holmes (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Ann Gillespie (D), Natalie Toro (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 03/22/2023
• Last Action: Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB2233 • Last Action 12/08/2023
SCH CD-CONTRACT BIDDING
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill increases the threshold for competitive bidding on contracts for supplies, materials, or work from $25,000 to $35,000 or a lower amount as required by board policy for school districts in Illinois. The bill also allows school boards to delegate authority to the general superintendent to approve contracts of $35,000 or less. Additionally, the bill requires school boards to review and consider existing certified education purchasing contracts available through the State education purchasing entity before soliciting bids or awarding new contracts. The changes in this bill aim to provide more flexibility and efficiency in the contract bidding process for school districts in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Chicago Board of Education Subdistricts Act. Divides the City of Chicago into 20 subdistricts for the purposes of identifying persons who will serve on the Chicago Board of Education. Amends the School Code. Provides that, by December 14, 2024, the Mayor of the City of Chicago shall appoint a President of the Chicago Board of Education who shall serve a 2-year term that begins January 15, 2025. Provides that, beginning with the 2026 general election, one member shall be elected at large at each general election and shall serve as the president of the board for a 4-year term that begins on January 15 following the date of the general election. Provides that other board members shall be elected in accordance with the Election Code at the 2024 general election and shall be elected in accordance with the Election Code during each subsequent general election. Specifies that each member elected at the 2024 general election shall serve a 2-year term that begins on January 15, 2025. Provides that, of the members elected at the 2026 general election, those members who represent odd-numbered subdistricts shall be elected to serve 4-year terms that begin on January 15, 2027, and those members who represent even-numbered subdistricts shall be elected to serve 2-year terms that begin on January 15, 2027. Provides that, if a member is elected at the 2026 general election to serve a 4-year term, then the member who is elected in that subdistrict at the 2030 general election shall serve a 2-year term that begins on January 15, 2031. Provides that, if a member is elected at the 2026 general election to serve a 2-year term, then the member elected at the 2028 general election shall serve a 4-year term that begins on January 15, 2029. Provides that, beginning with the members elected at the 2032 general election, the members of each subdistrict shall serve two 4-year terms and one 2-year term for each 10-year period thereafter, as determined by lot. Makes changes to provisions concerning conflicts of interest of members of the Chicago Board of Education. Describes the petition circulation and filing deadlines and other requirements for the election of board members. Creates the Chicago Board of Education Black Student Achievement Committee and describes its duties. Authorizes the Board to establish committees or advisory boards to seek guidance on addressing disparities or individualized needs. Makes other technical changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Jay Hoffman (D)*, Don Harmon (D)*, Laura Faver Dias (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Kimberly Lightford (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 64
• Last Amended: 03/21/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #SB1699 • Last Action 12/08/2023
PHYSICAL THERAPY COMPACT
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes a policy study for the Illinois Power Agency to evaluate the potential impacts of various legislative proposals related to the state's clean energy goals, including a pilot program for a new utility-scale offshore wind project, a proposal for energy storage credit procurement, and a policy for high-voltage direct current renewable energy credits. The study will assess the proposals' impacts on decarbonization, the environment, grid reliability, emissions, rates, environmental justice communities, jobs, and the economy. The Agency will retain technical and policy experts to conduct the study and provide recommendations to the Governor and General Assembly. Amends the Public Utilities Act to require the Illinois Commerce Commission to convene a stakeholder workshop process to develop a regulatory structure for utility thermal energy networks, which could help decarbonize buildings in an affordable and equitable manner. The workshop objectives include determining appropriate ownership and rate structures, considering project designs that maximize existing energy efficiency programs and federal funding, and exploring approaches to advance equitable and affordable building electrification. Amends the Counties Code to modify requirements related to the siting of commercial wind and solar energy facilities, including provisions around setbacks, shadow flicker, fencing, decommissioning, and drainage system impacts. The amendments also establish a farmland drainage plan requirement and compensation for crop losses or other damages resulting from drainage system impacts. Exempts the Illinois Power Agency's procurement of technical and policy experts pursuant to the policy study from the requirements of the Illinois Procurement Code.
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Bill Summary: concerning regulation.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Bill Cunningham (D)*, Larry Walsh (D)*, Steve Stadelman (D), Marcus Evans (D), Lance Yednock (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 83
• Last Amended: 12/08/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0580
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DC bill #B25-0286 • Last Action 12/07/2023
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact Approval Act of 2023
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Mayor of the District of Columbia to execute an Occupational Therapy Interjurisdictional Compact (Compact) to increase access to in-person and telehealth occupational therapy services. The Compact establishes requirements for home state licensure, education and training, and conditions for telehealth practice in receiving states. It also creates a coordinated database, an Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact Commission, and rules for oversight, enforcement, and dispute resolution among member states. The bill specifies the Compact will become effective once 10 states have enacted it into law.
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Bill Summary: A BILL IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To authorize the Mayor to execute, on behalf of the District of Columbia, an Occupational Therapy Interjurisdictional Compact for the purpose of increasing access to in-person practice of occupational therapy and to create requirements for home state licensure for occupational therapists and standard requirements for education and training for participating compact occupational therapists, require conditions of teletherapy practice in a receiving state, establish requirements for states to conduct and report adverse actions and the consequences for occupational therapists receiving adverse action, provide for additional authority in a compact state’s psychology regulatory authority, require all compact states to share licensee information with other compact states, create a coordinated database on participating compact occupational therapists, establish the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact Commission, provide for oversight and enforcement of the compact by participating states, and to provide that the compact shall become effective on the date of enactment.
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• Introduced: 05/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 3 : Matt Frumin (D)*, Vince Gray (D)*, Charles Allen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 05/05/2023
• Last Action: Public Hearing Held
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WI bill #SB196 • Last Action 12/07/2023
Ratification of the Counseling Compact. (FE)
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies the Counseling Compact, which is an agreement between states to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors. Key provisions include: - Creating a Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact, with a delegate appointed by Wisconsin's Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling, and Social Work Examining Board. - Allowing professional counselors with a valid privilege to practice in the state to provide services in-person or via telehealth. - Establishing rules for obtaining a professional counselor license or privilege to practice, including background checks and jurisprudence requirements. - Outlining the Compact's data system, rule-making process, and procedures for handling disciplinary actions and disputes between member states. - Requiring Wisconsin to comply with the Compact's provisions, including submitting data on licensed counselors and recognizing privileges to practice from other member states. The bill also makes various conforming changes to Wisconsin's existing laws regulating the practice of professional counseling.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to renumber 457.16 (1); to renumber and amend 440.03 (13) (c) and 457.12; to amend 15.405 (7c) (a) 1., 15.405 (7c) (a) 2., 15.405 (7c) (a) 3., 15.405 (7c) (a) 4., 15.405 (7c) (am) 1., 15.405 (7c) (am) 3., 15.405 (7c) (c), 46.90 (4) (ab) 4., 48.56 (2), 48.561 (2), 49.45 (30j) (a) 1., 51.03 (6) (a), 55.043 (1m) (a) 4., 146.81 (1) (hg), 146.89 (1) (r) 6., 146.89 (1) (r) 7., 146.997 (1) (d) 11., 180.1901 (1m) (f), 252.14 (1) (ar) 7., 252.15 (1) (er), 253.10 (2) (f), 256.215 (2) (b), 257.01 (1) (a), 257.01 (1) (b), 303.08 (1) (f), 440.03 (9) (a) (intro.), 440.03 (9) (a) 2., 440.03 (13) (b) (intro.), 440.03 (14) (am), 440.043 (1), 440.094 (1) (c) 14., 440.15, 446.01 (1v) (m), 448.08 (4), 448.67 (4), 450.10 (3) (a) 10., chapter 457 (title), 457.01 (intro.), 457.01 (1g), 457.01 (1w), 457.01 (2r), 457.01 (7), 457.02 (intro.), (1), (2), (3), (4) and (6) (c), 457.03 (1), (1m) and (2), 457.033, 457.035 (1), 457.04 (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5) (a) and (b), 457.04 (6), 457.04 (7), 457.06 (intro.), 457.09 (2) (b) and (4) (b) 1. and 2., 457.12 (title), 457.13 (1) (c), 457.14 (1) (f), 457.15 (3), 457.20 (1) and (2), 457.24 (1), 457.26 (1) and (2) (intro.) and (h), 632.89 (1) (dm), 632.89 (1) (e) 4., 800.035 (2m), 905.04 (1) (bm), 905.04 (1) (dm) and 905.04 (1) (g); and to create 14.896, 440.03 (11m) (c) 2u., 440.03 (13) (c) 1. i., subchapter I (title) of chapter 457 [precedes 457.01], 457.01 (1t), 457.01 (5m), 457.12 (1m) (bm) and (2m) to (4m), 457.16 (1) (b), 457.18 and subchapter II of chapter 457 [precedes 457.50] of the statutes; relating to: ratification of the Counseling Compact.
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• Introduced: 04/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Joint Legislative Council
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 12/06/2023
• Last Action: Published 12-7-2023
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WI bill #SB197 • Last Action 12/07/2023
Ratification of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, which allows audiologists and speech-language pathologists licensed in one member state to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege." The bill also extends the time limit for emergency rule procedures, provides an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and grants rule-making authority related to the compact.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to renumber and amend 440.03 (13) (c) and 459.24 (3m); to amend 45.40 (1g) (a), 46.297 (2) (a), 46.298, 146.81 (1) (hm), 146.997 (1) (d) 12., 252.14 (1) (ar) 8., 440.03 (9) (a) (intro.), 440.03 (9) (a) 2., 440.03 (13) (b) (intro.), 440.15, 450.10 (3) (a) 11., 459.22 (2) (b), 459.24 (1) (a), 459.24 (1) (b), 459.34 (2) (intro.), 459.34 (2m) (a) (intro.), 459.34 (2m) (b), 459.34 (2m) (c), 459.34 (3) and 632.895 (16) (b) 1. a.; and to create 14.897, 440.03 (11m) (c) 2w., 440.03 (13) (c) 1. i., 459.20 (2k), 459.20 (2m), 459.20 (3v), 459.24 (3c), 459.24 (3e), 459.30 and subchapter III of chapter 459 [precedes 459.70] of the statutes; relating to: ratification of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
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• Introduced: 04/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Joint Legislative Council
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 12/07/2023
• Last Action: Published 12-7-2023
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PA bill #HB1841 • Last Action 11/13/2023
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 the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact, a multistate agreement that facilitates the practice of social work across state lines by improving public access to competent social work services, reducing burdensome licensure requirements, and enhancing the states' ability to protect public health and safety. The compact establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, which will oversee the administration of the agreement, including issuing multistate licenses, maintaining a data system, and promulgating rules. The bill also outlines the requirements for states and social workers to participate in the compact, as well as the procedures for adverse actions, dispute resolution, and enforcement.
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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: 11/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 44 : Aerion Abney (D)*, Maureen Madden (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Amen Brown (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Heather Boyd (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Mark Rozzi (D), Christina Sappey (D), Lisa Borowski (D), Mandy Steele (D), Carol Kazeem (D), Darisha Parker (D), Dan Frankel (D), Tim Brennan (D), Nick Pisciottano (D), Lindsay Powell (D), Dan Deasy (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Mary Jo Daley (D), Roni Green (D), Justin Fleming (D), Melissa Shusterman (D), La'Tasha Mayes (D), Stephen Kinsey (D), Gina Curry (D), Mike Sturla (D), Joe Webster (D), Kristine Howard (D), Izzy Smith-Wade-El (D), Tarik Khan (D), Jenn O'Mara (D), Donna Bullock (D), Danielle Otten (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Bob Freeman (D), Ben Waxman (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Manny Guzman (D), Chris Pielli (D), Steve Samuelson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 11/13/2023
• Last Action: Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
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MI bill #SB0507 • Last Action 11/08/2023
Cities: income tax; administration, enforcement, and collection procedures; modify. Amends secs. 6 & 9, ch. 1, secs. 3, 73, 84, 85, 86a, 86b, 86c, 91, 92 & 93, ch. 2 of 1964 PA 284 (MCL 141.506 et seq.) & adds sec. 92a to ch. 2.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to modify the administration, enforcement, and collection procedures for city income taxes in Michigan. Key provisions include: - Allowing cities to enter into agreements with the Michigan Department of Treasury to administer, enforce, and collect city income taxes on the city's behalf. This would allow the Department to handle tasks like processing payments, enforcing collection, and transferring funds to the city. - Establishing new procedures for the Department to notify taxpayers of intent to assess taxes, allow for informal conferences to dispute assessments, and issue final assessments. This provides taxpayers with more opportunities to challenge tax liabilities. - Authorizing the Department to use liens and levies to recover unpaid city income taxes, while also requiring the Department to promptly release liens and levies once tax liabilities are satisfied. - Providing an appeals process for taxpayers in cities that have agreements with the Department, allowing them to appeal final assessments directly to the Michigan Tax Tribunal. - Maintaining the existing appeals process through a local city income tax board of review for cities that do not have agreements with the Department. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the administration and collection of city income taxes, provide more taxpayer protections, and clarify the roles and responsibilities of cities and the state Department of Treasury.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1964 PA 284, entitled ?An act to permit the imposition and collection by cities of an excise tax levied on or measured by income; to permit the collection and administration of the tax by the state; to provide the procedure including referendums for, and to require the adoption of a prescribed uniform city income tax ordinance by cities desiring to impose and collect such a tax; to limit the imposition and collection by cities and villages of excise taxes levied on or measured by income; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and municipal agencies, departments, and officials; to establish the city income tax trust fund; to provide for appeals; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies,? by amending sections 6 and 9 of chapter 1 and sections 3, 73, 84, 85, 86a, 86b, 86c, 91, 92, and 93 of chapter 2 (MCL 141.506, 141.509, 141.603, 141.673, 141.684, 141.685, 141.686a, 141.686b, 141.686c, 141.691, 141.692, and 141.693), section 6 of chapter 1 as amended and sections 86a, 86b, and 86c of chapter 2 as added by 2018 PA 456 and section 9 of chapter 1 as added and sections 3, 73, 84, 85, 92, and 93 of chapter 2 as amended by 1996 PA 478, and by adding section 92a to chapter 2.
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• Introduced: 09/19/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sarah Anthony (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 11/08/2023
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 0195'23
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NH bill #HB409 • Last Action 11/08/2023
Relative to the organization of the office of professional licensure and certification and adoption of the interstate social work licensure compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill reorganizes the office of professional licensure and certification and adopts the interstate social work licensure compact. It establishes the executive director, directors, and other unclassified personnel of the office, defines their duties, and provides for the administration and funding of the office. The bill also outlines requirements and processes for licensing, continuing education, investigations, disciplinary proceedings, sanctions, and unlicensed practice. Additionally, it establishes an oversight committee and addresses issues related to military service members, telehealth, and the social work licensure compact.
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Bill Summary: This bill reorganizes the office of professional licensure and certification and adopts the interstate social work licensure compact.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Diane Pauer (R)*, Glenn Bailey (R), Rosemarie Rung (D), Jean Jeudy (D), Jim Kofalt (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 05/18/2023
• Last Action: Executive Departments and Administration Executive Session (10:00:00 11/8/2023 Legislative Office Building 306-308)
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MI bill #SB0641 • Last Action 11/07/2023
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 revises the provisions of the Open Meetings Act relating to virtual attendance and participation of members of public bodies at public meetings. The key changes are: 1. It allows members of certain classes of public bodies (defined based on the authority and composition of the public body) to attend and participate remotely in meetings, subject to various requirements and limitations. 2. It requires public bodies to provide the public with reasonable means to remotely attend and participate in meetings, while prohibiting overly restrictive requirements. 3. It adds additional requirements for closed sessions attended remotely by public body members. 4. It repeals a previous section of the Act that had temporarily allowed remote participation by public body members during the COVID-19 pandemic. 5. It includes a retroactive application clause to clarify that the new provisions on public remote attendance and participation were the legislature's original intent.
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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: 11/07/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Ed McBroom (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/07/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Oversight
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DC bill #B25-0546 • Last Action 11/07/2023
Local News Funding Act of 2023
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Local News Grant Program, which will provide funding to local news outlets through a system of news coupons that can be allocated by registered voters to the news outlets of their choice. The bill sets eligibility criteria for news outlets to participate in the program, including requirements related to news reporting, use of program funds, and meeting a participation threshold. The bill creates the Community Journalism Board as an independent executive agency to administer the program, including registering news outlets, issuing and tracking news coupons, and redeeming coupons to provide quarterly grants to eligible news outlets. The bill also authorizes the Board to issue journalism development grants to support training and technical assistance for news outlets and individuals. Funding for the program will come from 0.1% of the District's General Fund budget, subject to appropriations.
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Bill Summary: A BILL IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To authorize and provide for the issuance of grants to local news outlets through the creation of a system of coupons that may be allocated by registered voters to the news outlets of their choice, to establish registration and eligibility requirements for news outlets to participate in the grant program, to require each news outlet to hold grant funds in a separate account pending their expenditure, to create a statutory lien on the separate account in favor of the District to secure the news outlet’s obligation to comply with this act, to establish the Community Journalism Board as an independent executive branch agency to administer the provisions of this act, to authorize (subject to appropriations) the dedication of 0.1% of the District’s General Fund budget to fund the news coupon grant program, and to further authorize the Board to issue journalism development grants to support training and technical assistance to news outlets and individuals; and to make conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 10/30/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 2 : Janeese George (D)*, Brianne Nadeau (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 10/23/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Business and Economic Development
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MI bill #HB5104 • Last Action 10/31/2023
Economic development: other; critical industry program and Michigan strategic site readiness program; revise, and create Michigan 360 program. Amends secs. 5, 9, 88s & 88t of 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2005 et seq.) & adds secs. 88u & 88v. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5106'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to revise the critical industry program and Michigan strategic site readiness program, and to create the Michigan 360 program. The bill expands the membership of the Michigan Strategic Fund Board, requires the fund to consider additional criteria when making investments, and imposes new reporting requirements. The bill also creates the Michigan 360 program to provide coordinated investments in communities to support economic development projects funded through the critical industry and strategic site readiness programs.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled"Michigan strategic fund act,"by amending sections 5, 9, 88s, and 88t (MCL 125.2005, 125.2009, 125.2088s, and 125.2088t), section 5 as amended by 2023 PA 24, section 9 as amended and section 88s as added by 2021 PA 136, and section 88t as added by 2021 PA 134, and by adding sections 88u and 88v.
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• Introduced: 10/05/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Jason Hoskins (D)*, Tyrone Carter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 10/05/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Second Reading
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MI bill #HB5270 • Last Action 10/31/2023
Liquor: wine; grape and wine council; establish. Amends 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1101 - 436.2303) by adding secs. 303b & 303c.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Liquor Control Code of 1998 to create a Grape and Wine Council within the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The Council consists of 10 members appointed by the Governor, with representation from the state legislature. The Council is responsible for supporting research, education, and promotion of wineries and the wine industry in Michigan. The bill also creates the Grape and Wine Industry Council Fund, which will receive at least $1.5 million in revenue from taxes on wine, to be used by the Council to fulfill its mission.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled"Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"(MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303) by adding sections 303b and 303c.
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• Introduced: 10/26/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 8 : Pauline Wendzel (R)*, Veronica Paiz (D), Matt Bierlein (R), J.R. Roth (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Bill Schuette (R), Pat Outman (R)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 10/26/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/26/2023
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MI bill #HB5247 • Last Action 10/26/2023
Environmental protection: cleanups; cleanup standards; require. Amends secs. 20101, 20107a, 20112a, 20114, 20114b, 20114c, 20114d, 20114e, 20114g, 20126 & 20126a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20101 et seq.) & repeals sec. 20114a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20114a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5245'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to make changes to the cleanup of contaminated sites in Michigan. Key provisions include: - Requiring owners/operators of contaminated properties to submit a baseline environmental assessment and due care plan, and regularly monitor and report on the property. - Establishing new requirements for response activity plans, no further action reports, and postclosure plans submitted to the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). - Creating a Response Activity Review Panel to provide technical and scientific advice to EGLE on disputes related to response activities. - Expanding the circumstances under which a person can be held liable for environmental contamination, including for failure to submit documentation of due care compliance. - Increasing civil fines for failure to comply with reporting requirements under the act. - Repealing a section that allowed self-implemented response activities without EGLE approval. The bill also ties its enactment to the passage of two other related bills.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"by amending sections 20101, 20107a, 20112a, 20114, 20114b, 20114c, 20114d, 20114e, 20114g, 20126, and 20126a (MCL 324.20101, 324.20107a, 324.20112a, 324.20114, 324.20114b, 324.20114c, 324.20114d, 324.20114e, 324.20114g, 324.20126, and 324.20126a), sections 20101, 20114d, and 20114e as amended by 2018 PA 581, sections 20107a, 20114, 20114c, and 20126 as amended by 2014 PA 542, section 20112a as amended by 2010 PA 234, section 20114b as added by 2010 PA 228, section 20114g as added by 2012 PA 446, and section 20126a as amended by 2010 PA 227; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 10/25/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 32 : Matt Koleszar (D)*, Jason Morgan (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Reggie Miller (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Jaime Churches (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Kelly Breen (D), Carol Glanville (D), Rachel Hood (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Noah Arbit (D), Phil Skaggs (D), Julie Brixie (D), Kara Hope (D), Denise Mentzer (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Jenn Hill (D), Joey Andrews (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Stephanie Young (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Regina Weiss (D), Abraham Aiyash (D), Betsy Coffia (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 10/25/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/25/2023
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IL bill #HB4148 • Last Action 10/26/2023
LEGISLATIVE LABOR RELATIONS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Legislative Employee Labor Relations Act, which authorizes legislative employees to bargain collectively through representatives of their choosing on wages, hours, and other conditions of employment. It establishes the Office of State Legislative Labor Relations to manage the General Assembly's interests in collective bargaining. The bill grants the State Panel of the Illinois Labor Relations Board jurisdiction over collective bargaining matters between employee organizations and the General Assembly. It specifies the rights and duties of legislative employees, labor organizations, and the General Assembly in the collective bargaining process, including provisions related to unfair labor practices, grievance procedures, elections, and strikes. The bill also contains various conforming changes to related laws.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Legislative Employee Labor Relations Act. Authorizes legislative employees to bargain collectively through the representatives of their choosing on questions of wages, hours, and other conditions of employment. Specifies that the General Assembly is not required to bargain on specified matters of inherent managerial policy. Establishes the Office of State Legislative Labor Relations. Directs the Office of State Legislative Labor Relations to manage the interests of the General Assembly in collective bargaining with legislative employees. Grants the State Panel of the Illinois Labor Relations Board jurisdiction over collective bargaining matters between employee organizations and the General Assembly of the State of Illinois. Contains additional provisions concerning the following topics: the duty to bargain collectively; fair-share agreements; grievance procedures; election and recognition of labor organizations as exclusive representatives; unfair labor practices; mediation; fact-finding; exhaustion of nonjudicial remedies; strikes during session periods; and multiyear collective bargaining agreements. Specifies that the Open Meetings Act does not apply to collective bargaining negotiations and grievance arbitration proceedings under the Act. Sets forth definitions. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012, the State Lawsuit Immunity Act, and the Workplace Violence Prevention Act to make conforming changes. Effective July 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 09/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 39 : Chris Welch (D)*, Don Harmon (D)*, Marcus Evans (D), Robyn Gabel (D), Jehan Gordon-Booth (D), Lisa Hernandez (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Katie Stuart (D), Joyce Mason (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Harry Benton (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Jay Hoffman (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Bob Rita (D), Sharon Chung (D), Maurice West (D), Natalie Manley (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Mark Walker (D), Jenn Ladisch Douglass (D), Matt Hanson (D), Kam Buckner (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Camille Lilly (D), Kimberly du Buclet (D), Anna Moeller (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Dee Avelar (D), Theresa Mah (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Lilian Jiménez (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 10/25/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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MI bill #HB5047 • Last Action 10/25/2023
Probate: guardians and conservators; office of state guardian; create. Amends sec. 5106 of 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.5106) & adds pt. 5A to art. V. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4909'23, HB 4910'23, HB 4911'23, HB 4912'23
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of State Guardian Board as an autonomous entity within the Department of Health and Human Services. The board will be responsible for setting standards for professional guardians and conservators, investigating complaints, disciplining those who fail to meet standards, and contracting with professional guardians to provide services to eligible indigent wards. The bill also requires professional guardians and conservators to be licensed beginning in 2025 and report certain events to the executive director. The Attorney General is given additional authority to investigate and intervene in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings. The bill also creates a fund to reimburse the Attorney General for expenses related to enforcement.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled"Estates and protected individuals code,"(MCL 700.1101 to 700.8206) by amending the title and by adding part 5A to article V.
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• Introduced: 09/26/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Betsy Coffia (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 10/24/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety
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DC bill #B25-0440 • Last Action 10/20/2023
District of Columbia Housing Authority Stabilization and Reform Emergency Amendment Act of 2023
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999 to establish a temporary Stabilization and Reform Board to govern the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) and require the Board and Executive Director to take specific actions to reform and revitalize the operations of DCHA. The bill outlines the composition and responsibilities of the Stabilization and Reform Board, including reviewing DCHA's progress in addressing issues identified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, improving DCHA's management and operations, and providing recommendations for a successor Board. The bill also requires DCHA to establish a comprehensive training program for the City-Wide Resident Advisory Board and seek their input on policy and program changes affecting residents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend, on an emergency basis, the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999 to establish a temporary Stabilization and Reform Board to govern the District of Columbia Housing Authority (“DCHA”) and to require that the Board and the Executive Director of DCHA take specific actions to reform and revitalize the operations of DCHA.
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• Introduced: 09/18/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert White (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 09/19/2023
• Last Action: Act A25-0232 Published in DC Register Vol 70 and Page 013776, Expires on Jan 09, 2024
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MI bill #HB5026 • Last Action 10/19/2023
Labor: other; community and worker economic transition office; establish. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Community and Worker Economic Transition Act, which establishes the Community and Worker Economic Transition Office within the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. The office is tasked with coordinating state efforts to support communities and workers impacted by the transition away from certain industries, such as fossil fuel energy, internal combustion engine vehicles, and the building and construction trades. The bill also creates an advisory committee to help develop a transition plan, which will include benefits and support for affected workers and communities. The bill establishes the Community and Worker Economic Transition Fund to finance the implementation of the transition plan.
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Bill Summary: A bill to provide for the transition of transition-impacted industries into new industries; to create the community and worker economic transition office in the department of labor and economic opportunity; to create certain advisory committees; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 09/20/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 14 : Jaz Martus (D)*, Jason Hoskins (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Jenn Hill (D), Regina Weiss (D), Jason Morgan (D), Mike McFall (D), Christine Morse (D), Phil Skaggs (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Alabas Farhat (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 09/20/2023
• Last Action: House Labor (09:00:00 10/19/2023 Room 326, House Office Building)
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IL bill #SB2252 • Last Action 10/19/2023
CHILD HUNGER-BREAKFAST GRANT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Childhood Hunger Relief Act to provide grants of up to $7,000 per school site to eligible schools, school districts, or entities approved by the State Board of Education for nonrecurring expenses incurred in initiating a school breakfast after the bell program. The bill requires the State Board of Education to collect and publicly report information on whether schools are operating a breakfast after the bell program and the specific model used. The grants can be used for expenses like equipment, staff training, outreach, and transportation. The bill gives preference to grant applicants that submit a plan to start or expand breakfast programs, agree to operate the program for at least 3 years, and have higher rates of free or reduced-price eligible students.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Childhood Hunger Relief Act. Provides that for all schools operating a school breakfast program, the State Board of Education shall collect information about whether the school is operating a breakfast after the bell program and, if so, what breakfast after the bell model the school operates, including breakfast in the classroom, second chance breakfast, and grab and go breakfast. Provides that the State Board of Education shall make this data publicly available annually. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the State Board of Education shall award grants of up to $7,000 per school site on a competitive basis to eligible schools, school districts, or entities approved by the State Board of Education for nonrecurring expenses incurred in initiating a school breakfast after the bell program. Sets forth what the grants may be used for and who gets preference for a grant.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Christopher Belt (D)*, Javier Cervantes (D), Natalie Toro (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Natalie Toro
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IL bill #SB0075 • Last Action 10/19/2023
DPT RETURNING RESIDENT AFFAIRS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Second Chance Public Health and Safety Act, which establishes the Department of Returning Resident Affairs to coordinate and provide comprehensive, holistic programs and services to support the successful reentry of returning residents (individuals who have been detained, are defendants in criminal cases, are incarcerated, or have been incarcerated) into Illinois communities. The bill sets forth the Department's powers, requires the creation of the Second Chance State Program to connect returning residents to various services and support, and prohibits the Department or hub site operators from contracting with for-profit correctional entities. The bill also establishes the Returning Resident Interagency Council to coordinate state resources for returning residents and provides that the provisions of the Act are mandatory and not discretionary.
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Bill Summary: New Act 5 ILCS 140/7 20 ILCS 5/5-15 was 20 ILCS 5/3 20 ILCS 5/5-20 was 20 ILCS 5/4 20 ILCS 5/5-172 new 20 ILCS 5/5-240 new 20 ILCS 5/5-402 new 730 ILCS 5/3-14-3 from Ch. 38, par. 1003-14-3 Creates the Second Chance Public Health and Safety Act and amends the Freedom of Information Act, the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois, and the Unified Code of Corrections. Contains declarations and findings. Creates the Department of Returning Resident Affairs and sets forth its powers in relation to returning residents (residents who have been detained, are defendants in criminal prosecutions, are incarcerated, or have been incarcerated) and other matters. Provides that the Department shall develop and administer the Second Chance State Program for returning residents and provides for the establishment of hub sites to provide specified services to eligible individuals and other elements of the Program. Provides for the appointment of a Director of Returning Resident Affairs who has experience working with or for a community-based organization and was incarcerated in an Illinois Department of Corrections facility for not less than one year, as well as an Assistant Director and a General Counsel. Contains provisions regarding other matters. Provides that the provisions of the Act are severable. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 15 : Robert Peters (D)*, Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Willie Preston (D), Doris Turner (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Laura Fine (D), Mike Simmons (D), Karina Villa (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Laura Ellman (D), Celina Villanueva (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Natalie Toro (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/20/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Natalie Toro
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CA bill #AB993 • Last Action 10/13/2023
Cannabis Task Force.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would expand the existing task force on the regulation of commercial cannabis activity to include representatives from the Civil Rights Department and the Department of Industrial Relations. The task force is responsible for promoting communication and cooperation between state and local entities engaged in regulating the cannabis industry, with the aim of enforcing applicable state and local laws. The bill maintains the existing provisions that the task force is not subject to open meeting requirements and is set to expire on January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 26203 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to cannabis.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Rubio (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 10/13/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 822, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #SB19 • Last Action 10/13/2023
Fentanyl Misuse and Overdose Prevention Task Force.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Fentanyl Misuse and Overdose Prevention Task Force to address the issue of fentanyl misuse in California. The task force will collect and analyze data on fentanyl misuse, identify sources and drivers of legal and illicit fentanyl activity, evaluate the state's education, prevention, treatment, and enforcement efforts, and recommend strategies to increase public awareness and improve the medical community's ability to treat fentanyl misuse. The task force will be co-chaired by the Attorney General and the State Public Health Officer, and will include representatives from various state agencies, the legislature, law enforcement, the medical and healthcare community, and organizations that serve individuals with substance use disorders. The task force is required to submit an interim report by July 1, 2025, and a final report with findings and recommendations by December 1, 2025. The bill will be repealed on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 11455 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Kelly Seyarto (R)*, Jasmeet Bains (D), Phillip Chen (R), Bill Dodd (D), James Gallagher (R), Brian Jones (R), Janet Nguyen (R), Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R), Tom Umberg (D), Scott Wilk (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 10/13/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 857, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB33 • Last Action 10/13/2023
Fentanyl Misuse and Overdose Prevention Task Force.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Fentanyl Misuse and Overdose Prevention Task Force to address the growing fentanyl crisis in California. The task force will be co-chaired by the Attorney General and the State Public Health Officer and will include representatives from various state and local agencies, as well as experts in addiction treatment and recovery. The task force will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data on fentanyl misuse, evaluating existing efforts to combat the crisis, and developing recommendations to strengthen prevention, treatment, and enforcement strategies. The bill requires the task force to submit an interim report by July 2025 and a final report with its findings and recommendations by December 2025, after which the task force will be repealed. The bill also declares it an urgency statute, allowing it to take effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 11455 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Jasmeet Bains (D)*, Kelly Seyarto (R), Isaac Bryan (D), Joe Patterson (R), Pilar Schiavo (D), Marie Waldron (R), Jim Wood (D), Rick Zbur (D)
• Versions: 10 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 10/13/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 887, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB1392 • Last Action 10/13/2023
Hospitals: procurement contracts.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would: 1. Require hospitals with operating expenses of $50 million or more, and hospitals with operating expenses of $25 million or more that are part of a hospital system, to annually submit a plan to the Department of Health Care Access and Information (DHCAI) for increasing procurement from minority, women, LGBT, and disabled veteran business enterprises (tier 1 and tier 2). 2. Add a representative of a group purchasing organization, manufacturer, or vendor of hospital goods and services who is an expert in supplier diversity to the Hospital Diversity Commission convened by DHCAI. 3. Authorize DHCAI to provide compensation to the Hospital Diversity Commission members for their services and to establish and operate a clearinghouse to maintain a database and verify the status of minority, women, LGBT, and disabled veteran business enterprises that are suppliers to hospitals. 4. Encourage all other hospitals to voluntarily adopt a plan for increasing procurement from the specified business enterprises. 5. Require DHCAI to provide guidelines for hospitals to voluntarily utilize when pursuing procurement efforts, activities, or programs in accordance with these provisions.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1339.85, 1339.86, and 1339.88 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 1339.87 of, and to add Section 1339.89 to, the Health and Safety Code, relating to hospitals.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Freddie Rodriguez (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 10/13/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 840, Statutes of 2023.
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NC bill #S749 • Last Action 10/10/2023
No Partisan Advantage in Elections
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill restructures the North Carolina State Board of Elections (SBOE) by transferring it administratively to the Department of the Secretary of State, but maintaining its independence. It changes the SBOE's composition to include eight members appointed by the General Assembly, with members representing both political parties. The bill also revises the emergency powers of the SBOE's Executive Director, restructures county boards of elections, and makes various conforming statutory changes related to elections.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REVISE THE STRUCTURES OF THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE BOARD OF ELECTIONS AND COUNTY BOARDS OF ELECTIONS, TO REVISE THE EMERGENCY POWERS OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE STATE BOARD OF ELECTIONS, TO MAKE CLARIFYING CHANGES TO SENATE BILL 512 OF THE 2023 REGULAR SESSION, TO MAKE ADDITIONAL CONFORMING AND CLARIFYING CHANGES TO IMPLEMENT PHOTO IDENTIFICATION FOR VOTING, AND TO AMEND THE TIME FOR CANDIDATES AND VACANCY APPOINTEES TO FILE STATEMENTS OF ECONOMIC INTERESTS.
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• Introduced: 06/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Warren Daniel (R)*, Paul Newton (R)*, Ralph Hise (R)*, Lisa Barnes (R), Kevin Corbin (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 15 • Actions: 68
• Last Amended: 10/10/2023
• Last Action: Ch. SL 2023-139
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NC bill #S747 • Last Action 10/10/2023
Elections Law Changes
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various changes regarding elections law in North Carolina. Key provisions include: - Recodifying and reorganizing existing statutes related to one-stop early voting and absentee voting procedures. - Prohibiting the State Board of Elections and county boards of elections from accepting private monetary donations or in-kind contributions for conducting elections. - Creating a new process for appointing and overseeing election observers at voting sites, including specifying their rights and responsibilities. - Establishing same-day voter registration during the early voting period. - Modifying timelines and deadlines for returning absentee ballots and processing absentee ballot applications. - Requiring the State Board of Elections to implement a pilot program for signature verification on mail-in absentee ballots in a sample of counties during the 2024 primary election. - Directing the Department of Information Technology to study replacing the statewide voter registration system and improving data sharing between state agencies for list maintenance purposes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO MAKE VARIOUS CHANGES REGARDING ELECTIONS LAW.
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• Introduced: 06/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Ralph Hise (R)*, Paul Newton (R)*, Warren Daniel (R)*, Kevin Corbin (R), Carl Ford (R), Todd Johnson (R), Benton Sawrey (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 33 • Actions: 73
• Last Amended: 10/10/2023
• Last Action: Ch. SL 2023-140
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CA bill #SB40 • Last Action 10/10/2023
State Bar of California.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the State Bar of California, including: - Extending the terms of the State Bar's chair and vice chair up to 2 years, and requiring them to assume duties at the conclusion of the September meeting following their appointment. - Requiring the State Bar to appoint an executive director and general counsel, with 4-year terms subject to Senate confirmation. - Subjecting the State Bar's board members and employees to conflicts of interest provisions applicable to public officers and employees. - Expanding disqualification requirements for board members with financial or personal interests that could affect their decisions. - Requiring the State Bar to conduct criminal background checks on employees, prospective employees, and potentially volunteers, contractors, and subcontractors. - Changing the deadline for the State Bar's Annual Discipline Report and allowing the board to waive confidentiality of disciplinary investigations in certain circumstances. - Prohibiting the Chief Trial Counsel from issuing private reprovals to attorneys accused of misconduct, and requiring the State Bar to provide recommendations for a disciplinary diversion program. - Requiring attorneys to report if they know another attorney has engaged in sedition, treason, rebellion, or insurrection. - Revising provisions related to the State Bar's Client Security Fund and Attorney Diversion and Assistance Program, including allowing excess funds to be used for the State Bar's general fund. - Requiring the State Bar to prepare reports on proposed license fee increases and progress on case processing standards.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 6001, 6001.3, 6007, 6021, 6026.7, 6036, 6037, 6054, 6060, 6060.3, 6063, 6065, 6086.1, 6086.15, 6102, 6140, 6140.5, 6141, 6144.1, and 6145 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 6140.55 and 6140.9 of, to add Sections 6001.5, 6011, 6012, 6086.20, 6090.8, and 6145.1 to, and to repeal Section 6238 of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to attorneys.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Umberg (D)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 10/10/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 697, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #SB816 • Last Action 10/10/2023
Professions and vocations.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes the following key changes: 1. It revises the approval process and fee structure for vocational nursing and psychiatric technician schools and programs, including allowing the Board to reduce continuing approval fees by up to 50% for programs that experience a reduction in enrollment capacity. 2. It increases various fees under the Psychology Licensing Law, including application, licensing, and renewal fees for psychologists and psychological associates. 3. It establishes the California Council for Interior Design Certification to regulate the certification and stamp of interior designers, including setting application, renewal, and other fees. 4. It reorganizes and revises the fee schedule for various licenses under the Pharmacy Law, both increasing and decreasing original issuance and renewal fees. 5. It deletes the prohibition on the Veterinary Medical Board issuing a controlled substance permit to a veterinary assistant with a prior felony conviction. 6. It increases various fees for certified public accountants, including application, licensing, and renewal fees. 7. It increases various fees for landscape architects, including application, examination, licensing, and renewal fees. 8. It extends until 2028 the requirements for recyclers and junk dealers to provide additional information on weighmaster license applications and pay an additional annual fee. 9. It makes other related and conforming changes.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 2881.2, 2987, 2988, 4531.1, 4836.2, 5134, 5681, 5800, 5801, 5801.1, 5802, 5803, 5804, 5805, 5807, 5812, 12703.1, 12704, and 12709 of, to amend, renumber, and add Section 5811.1 of, and to amend, repeal, and add Sections 4119.01, 4119.11, 4128.2, 4161, 4202.5, 4210, and 4400 of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to professions and vocations, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Richard Roth (D)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 10/10/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 723, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB417 • Last Action 10/08/2023
County boards of education: pupil members.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would authorize a pupil who is enrolled in a high school under the jurisdiction of a county board of education, and who may be less than 18 years of age, to be selected to serve as a pupil member of the county board of education, even if no petition is submitted to select a pupil enrolled in a high school under the jurisdiction of the county board. The bill also includes provisions regarding the rights and responsibilities of pupil members, such as preferential voting rights and the ability to make motions that may be acted upon by the county board. Additionally, the bill specifies that a majority vote of all voting regular members would be required to eliminate a pupil member position from the county board.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 1000 of the Education Code, relating to school governance.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Steve Bennett (D)*, Corey Jackson (D), Juan Carrillo (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 10/08/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 437, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB557 • Last Action 10/08/2023
Open meetings: local agencies: teleconferences.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would revise the authority of a legislative body to hold a teleconference meeting under abbreviated teleconferencing procedures when a declared state of emergency is in effect. Specifically, it would extend indefinitely the authority of a legislative body to hold a teleconference meeting when it determines that meeting in person would present imminent risks to the health or safety of attendees due to the emergency. The bill would also extend the period for a legislative body to make the required findings related to a continuing state of emergency from 30 days to 45 days. Additionally, the bill would make other non-substantive changes and incorporate additional changes proposed by another bill.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend and repeal Section 54953 of the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/02/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Gregg Hart (D)*, Eduardo Garcia (D), Blanca Pacheco (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 10/08/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 534, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #SB411 • Last Action 10/08/2023
Open meetings: teleconferences: neighborhood councils.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, until January 1, 2026, would authorize an "eligible legislative body" (defined as a neighborhood council that is an advisory body with the purpose to promote more citizen participation in government and make government more responsive to local needs, established pursuant to the charter of a city with a population of more than 3,000,000 people) to use alternate teleconferencing provisions related to notice, agenda, and public participation, if the city council has adopted an authorizing resolution and two-thirds of the eligible legislative body votes to use the alternate provisions. The bill would require the eligible legislative body to provide publicly accessible physical locations for public participation and have at least a quorum of members participate from locations within the boundaries of the city. The bill would also require at least a quorum of the members to participate in person from a singular physical location that is open to the public and within the boundaries of the eligible legislative body at least once per year.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 54953.8 of the Government Code, relating to local government, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Anthony Portantino (D)*, Luz Rivas (D), Caroline Menjivar (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 10/08/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 605, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #SB797 • Last Action 10/08/2023
Lithium Extraction Tax Citizens Oversight Committee.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Lithium Extraction Tax Citizens Oversight Committee within the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. The committee's purpose is to ensure that revenues from the lithium extraction excise tax are appropriately distributed or allocated to the counties impacted by lithium extraction activities and for Salton Sea restoration projects and community benefit projects. The bill prescribes the composition of the committee, which includes public members residing in the local communities where lithium extraction occurs, and outlines the committee's duties, such as analyzing information and making recommendations on how to improve community engagement and maximize community benefits from the tax revenues. The bill also requires the committee to report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature annually starting in 2027.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 47002 of, and to add Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 47110) to Part 25 of Division 2 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Steve Padilla (D)*, Eduardo Garcia (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 10/08/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 506, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #SB800 • Last Action 10/07/2023
Advanced Air Mobility, Zero-Emission, and Electrification Aviation Advisory Panel.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the California Department of Transportation to establish the Advanced Air Mobility, Zero-Emission, and Electrification Aviation Advisory Panel. The panel will assess the feasibility and readiness of existing infrastructure to support advanced air mobility services, develop a three-year prioritized workplan, and promote equitable access to this infrastructure. The panel will include representatives from state agencies, the general aviation industry, commercial airports, local governments, and the advanced air mobility industry. The Department must report to the Legislature by January 1, 2025, on the infrastructure feasibility and readiness study, as well as the three-year workplan. The bill exempts the panel's meetings from the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act and is set to be repealed on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 21208 of the Public Utilities Code, relating to aviation.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Anna Caballero (D)*, Avelino Valencia (D)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 10/07/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 416, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB1 • Last Action 10/07/2023
Collective bargaining: Legislature.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Legislature Employer-Employee Relations Act, which provides employees of the California Legislature, except for certain excluded categories like members of the Legislature and department/office leaders, the right to form and join employee organizations for the purpose of representation on matters of employer-employee relations. The bill defines the rights, duties, and prohibitions in this context, which parallel those in the existing Ralph C. Dills Act that governs collective bargaining between the state and recognized state public employee organizations. The bill grants the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) jurisdiction to determine appropriate bargaining units and address unfair labor practices, with the limitation that PERB cannot issue decisions that interfere with the Legislature's core lawmaking functions. The bill also outlines the meet and confer process between the employer (the Assembly or Senate Rules Committees) and recognized employee organizations, and provides for mediation and impasse procedures. Additionally, the bill exempts certain legislative records related to the collective bargaining process from public disclosure.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 12.5 (commencing with Section 3599.50) to Division 4 of Title 1 of the Government Code, relating to the Legislature.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 43 : Isaac Bryan (D)*, Matt Haney (D)*, Ash Kalra (D)*, Alex Lee (D)*, Kevin McCarty (D)*, Tina McKinnor (D)*, Liz Ortega (D)*, Eloise Reyes (D)*, Wendy Carrillo (D)*, Tasha Boerner Horvath (D)*, Scott Wiener (D), Dawn Addis (D), Juan Alanis (R), Joaquin Arambula (D), Josh Becker (D), Marc Berman (D), Catherine Blakespear (D), Mia Bonta (D), Sabrina Cervantes (D), Damon Connolly (D), Dave Cortese (D), María Elena Durazo (D), Heath Flora (R), Laura Friedman (D), Lena Gonzalez (D), Chris Holden (D), Reggie Jones-Sawyer (D), John Laird (D), Luz Rivas (D), Brian Maienschein (D), Mike Fong (D), Josh Newman (D), Gail Pellerin (D), Anthony Rendon (D), Robert Rivas (D), Miguel Santiago (D), Pilar Schiavo (D), Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D), Phil Ting (D), Chris Ward (D), Buffy Wicks (D), Jim Wood (D), Rick Zbur (D)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 10/07/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 313, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB275 • Last Action 10/07/2023
School governance: governing boards: pupil members: compensation.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises and recasts provisions related to the compensation of regular members and pupil members of county boards of education, school district governing boards, and governing bodies of charter schools and entities managing multiple charter schools. The bill authorizes these governing bodies to award pupil members elective course credit or monthly financial compensation, or both. The bill also allows for absent pupil members or regular members to be paid for any meeting if the governing body makes certain findings. Overall, this bill aims to increase the involvement and representation of pupils on these governing bodies.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1000, 1090, 35012, 35120, and 47604.2 of the Education Code, relating to school governance.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Chris Ward (D)*, Tasha Boerner Horvath (D), Mia Bonta (D), Phillip Chen (R), Damon Connolly (D), Steve Glazer (D), Corey Jackson (D), Juan Carrillo (D), Alex Lee (D), Akilah Weber (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 10/07/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 321, Statutes of 2023.
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DC bill #B25-0332 • Last Action 10/06/2023
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Temporary Amendment Act of 2023
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act of 2010 to provide that a public meeting shall be considered open to the public if the public body takes reasonable steps to allow the public to view or hear the meeting while it is taking place, or, if that is not technologically feasible, as soon as reasonably practicable thereafter. It also amends the law to require that steps be taken to allow the public to view or hear the meeting, in addition to allowing the public to attend the meeting in person. The bill is a temporary measure that will expire after 225 days of taking effect.
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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 of 2010 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: 06/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 07/11/2023
• Last Action: Law L25-0053, Effective from Sep 16, 2023 Published in DC Register Vol 70 and Page 013064, Expires on Apr 28, 2024
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MI bill #SB0483 • Last Action 10/04/2023
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 Stakeholder Council to review the costs and affordability of certain prescription drug products. The Board can set upper payment limits for drugs that are determined to lead to affordability challenges or high out-of-pocket costs for patients. The bill also creates a Prescription Drug Affordability Fund to fund the Board and the Department's implementation of the Act. The bill requires the Board to submit an annual report to the legislature on price trends and review activities, as well as conduct a one-time study on generic drug prices and their impact.
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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: 09/12/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 18 : Darrin Camilleri (D)*, Kristen McDonald Rivet (D), Veronica Klinefelt (D), Jeremy Moss (D), John Cherry (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Dayna Polehanki (D), Mallory McMorrow (D), Paul Wojno (D), Sylvia Santana (D), Mary Cavanagh (D), Sam Singh (D), Stephanie Chang (D), Erika Geiss (D), Winnie Brinks (D), Sue Shink (D), Jeff Irwin (D), Sarah Anthony (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 10/04/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Insurance And Financial Services
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MI bill #HB4961 • Last Action 10/03/2023
Education: curriculum; environmental literacy task force to develop environmental literacy model curriculum and report on the curriculum; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1159.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates an Environmental Literacy Task Force to develop an environmental literacy model curriculum for Michigan schools. The task force will consist of 13 members representing various state agencies, educational associations, and environmental organizations. The task force is required to develop the curriculum to achieve goals such as preparing students for environmental challenges, promoting healthy lifestyles through outdoor experiences, and providing teacher professional development. The task force must also make recommendations on academic content standards, courses, teacher training, and funding sources for implementing the curriculum. After a public comment period, the task force must submit a report with the model curriculum and recommendations to the legislature within one year of the bill's effective date.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"(MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1159.
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• Introduced: 09/07/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Julie Rogers (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 09/07/2023
• Last Action: House Education (09:00:00 10/3/2023 Room 521, House Office Building)
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NC bill #H259 • Last Action 10/03/2023
2023 Appropriations Act
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one paragraph summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill establishes the Current Operations Appropriations Act of 2023, which makes base budget appropriations for the current operations of State agencies, departments, and institutions. The bill appropriates funds for various purposes, including education, health and human services, agriculture and natural resources, justice and public safety, and general government. It also establishes new programs and initiatives, such as a remote charter academy pilot program, a school safety grants program, and a consolidation of existing teacher bonus programs. The bill makes changes to teacher and principal compensation, codifies certain funding for children with disabilities and academically or intellectually gifted students, and contains various other provisions related to public education and the University of North Carolina system.
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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: 03/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Donny Lambeth (R)*, Jason Saine (R)*, Dean Arp (R)*, Jay Adams (R), William Brisson (R), Mike Clampitt (R), John Faircloth (R), Kyle Hall (R), Chris Humphrey (R), Larry Strickland (R), Bill Ward (R), David Willis (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 55 • Actions: 122
• Last Amended: 10/03/2023
• Last Action: Ch. SL 2023-134
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US bill #HR5693 • Last Action 09/29/2023
Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2023
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2023, aims to protect the health and welfare of covered horses (Thoroughbreds, Standardbreds, and Quarter Horses) and improve the integrity and safety of horseracing. It does this by authorizing states to enter into an interstate compact to develop and enforce scientific medication control rules and racetrack safety rules that are uniform for each equine breed. The bill establishes the Racehorse Health and Safety Organization (RHSO) to coordinate decision-making and actions among member states, and it outlines the RHSO's duties, funding, and oversight of scientific medication control committees and a Racetrack Safety Committee. The bill also includes provisions on prohibited acts, results management and disciplinary processes, and administrative sanctions for rule violations.
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Bill Summary: A BILL To protect the health and welfare of covered horses and improve the integrity and safety of horseracing by authorizing States to enter into an interstate compact to develop and enforce scientific medication control rules and racetrack safety rules that are uniform for each equine breed, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 09/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 5 : Clay Higgins (R)*, Doug Lamborn (R), Alex Mooney (R), Don Davis (D), Tom Cole (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 10/05/2023
• Last Action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.
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CA bill #AB1228 • Last Action 09/28/2023
Fast food restaurant industry: Fast Food Council: health, safety, employment, and minimum wage.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would repeal existing provisions and establish the Fast Food Council within the Department of Industrial Relations until January 1, 2029. The bill would prescribe the council's purposes, duties, and limitations, including developing minimum standards on wages, working conditions, and training for fast food restaurant employees. The bill would establish an hourly minimum wage for fast food restaurant employees starting at $20 per hour in 2024, with annual increases. The bill would prohibit local jurisdictions from setting wages or salaries for fast food restaurant employees, but would allow them to establish a generally applicable minimum wage. The bill would also prohibit fast food restaurant operators from retaliating against employees who participate in council proceedings.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Part 4.5.5 (commencing with Section 1474) to, and to repeal Part 4.5.5 (commencing with Section 1470) of, Division 2 of the Labor Code, relating to employment.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Holden (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 09/28/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 262, Statutes of 2023.
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MI bill #HB5035 • Last Action 09/27/2023
Legislature: legislative agencies; Michigan state capitol commission membership; modify. Amends sec. 5 of 2013 PA 240 (MCL 4.1945).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan State Capitol Historic Site Act by modifying the membership of the Michigan State Capitol Commission. The bill adds one individual appointed by the Senate minority leader and one individual appointed by the House minority leader, while removing the requirement for the commission to have two individuals with expertise in historic structures. The bill maintains the existing requirements for the commission to have the Secretary of the Senate, the Clerk of the House of Representatives, and two individuals appointed by the Governor, at least one of whom has expertise in historic preservation. The bill also clarifies that the commission's business must be conducted at public meetings and that its records are subject to the Freedom of Information Act.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 2013 PA 240, entitled"Michigan state capitol historic site act,"by amending section 5 (MCL 4.1945).
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• Introduced: 09/26/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 5 : Phil Green (R)*, Gina Johnsen (R), Brad Slagh (R), Jaime Greene (R), Brian BeGole (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 09/26/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 09/26/2023
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CA bill #AB352 • Last Action 09/27/2023
Health information.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Requires businesses that electronically store or maintain medical information on sensitive services like gender affirming care, abortion, and contraception to develop capabilities, policies, and procedures to limit user access, prevent disclosure to out-of-state entities, and segregate this sensitive information from the rest of a patient's record. - Prohibits providers of healthcare, health plans, contractors, or employers from releasing medical information related to an individual seeking or obtaining an abortion in response to a subpoena or request from another state with laws that interfere with abortion rights, or for the purpose of enforcing a foreign penal civil action. It also prohibits them from cooperating with inquiries or investigations, or providing information to, another state or federal law enforcement agency regarding an individual seeking or obtaining an abortion, unless authorized under specific legal provisions. - Excludes the exchange of health information related to abortion and abortion-related services from automatically being shared on the California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework, which otherwise requires real-time health information exchange among certain healthcare entities. - Provides a grace period until January 31, 2026 for healthcare providers to come into compliance with the new requirements regarding protecting sensitive medical information.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 56.101 and 56.108 of, and to add Section 56.110 to, the Civil Code, and to amend Section 130290 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to health information.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D)*, Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D), Lena Gonzalez (D), Monique Limón (D), Caroline Menjivar (D), Susan Rubio (D), Buffy Wicks (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 09/27/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 255, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #SB544 • Last Action 09/22/2023
Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act: teleconferencing.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts an additional set of provisions under which a state body may hold a meeting by teleconference. The key provisions are: - At least one member of the state body must be physically present at each teleconference location, which is defined as a physical location that is accessible to the public and from which members of the public may participate. - Under certain circumstances, a member may participate remotely from a location that is not required to be accessible to the public. - The state body must provide a means for the public to remotely hear, observe, and address the meeting, with equivalent access to what is provided to a member participating remotely. - The members of the state body must visually appear on camera during the open portion of the meeting, unless it is technologically impracticable. - The bill also removes certain requirements for multimember state advisory bodies holding teleconference meetings, such as the need for a quorum to be physically present and the requirement for rollcall voting. - The provisions in the bill are set to expire on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 11124 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 11123.5 of, and to add and repeal Section 11123.2 of, the Government Code, relating to state government.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Laird (D)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 09/22/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 216, Statutes of 2023.
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DC bill #B25-0202 • Last Action 09/22/2023
Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Support Act of 2023
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Increases funding and makes other changes to support the Office of the Attorney General, Advisory Neighborhood Commissions, the Department of General Services, the District of Columbia Auditor, and other areas related to government direction and support. Makes changes to support economic development and regulation, including modifying the Securities and Banking Regulatory Trust Fund, clarifying District of Columbia Housing Authority procurement, amending the Home Purchase Assistance Program, expanding the Great Streets program, providing tax abatements for affordable housing in high-need areas, and making changes to various grant programs. Expands presumptive disability eligibility for Fire and Emergency Medical Services employees, makes changes to school resource officers, and provides new public safety grants. Increases funding for public education systems, including changes to the Uniform Per Student Funding Formula, creating a centralized education and employment data system, and providing additional funding and programs for teachers, students, and schools. Makes changes to support human services, including establishing senior wellness centers in Wards 2 and 3, increasing Medicaid provider reimbursement rates, expanding eligibility for grandparent and caregiver subsidies, and creating new programs and funding for behavioral health, health care, and other human services. Makes various changes to District operations and infrastructure, including compensation for Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board members, establishing a DC Water Facility Work Fund, adjusting Public Service Commission compensation, updating motor vehicle registration fees, conducting a congestion pricing study update, and making changes to several other programs and funds. Adjusts various dedicated revenue streams, including those for the Arts and Humanities Fund, WMATA operating subsidies, and the Housing Production Trust Fund. Makes technical and other changes throughout.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To enact and amend provisions of law necessary to support the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE I. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION AND SUPPORT SUBTITLE A. OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL FUNDS SUBTITLE B. ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION SUPPORT FLEXIBILITY SUBTITLE C. SCHOOL AND PARK 311 EXPANSION CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE D. SCHOOL SECURITY AND TRANSPARENCY SUBTITLE E. AUDITOR COMPENSATION TITLE II. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATION SUBTITLE A. SECURITIES AND BANKING REGULATORY TRUST FUND SUBTITLE B. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING AUTHORITY PROCUREMENT CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE C. HOME PURCHASE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AMENDMENT SUBTITLE D. GREAT STREETS AMENDMENT ACT OF 2023 SUBTITLE E. TAX ABATEMENTS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN HIGH- NEED AREAS SUBTITLE F. DMPED GRANT PROGRAMS SUBTITLE G. DOWNTOWN HOUSING SUBTITLE H. CREATIVE AND OPEN SPACE MODERNIZATION SUBTITLE I. OFFICE OF PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS FUND AND BUDGET SUBTITLE J. TOURISM RECOVERY TAX SUBTITLE K. OFFICE OF CABLE TELEVISION, FILM, MUSIC, AND ENTERTAINMENT SUBTITLE L. EMERGENCY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY SUBTITLE M. EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE FUNDS REPORTING AND NOTICE REQUIREMENTS SUBTITLE N. HOUSING AUTHORITY ACCOUNTABILITY SUBTITLE O. HOUSING AUTHORITY FINANCIAL REPORTING SUBTITLE P. TARGETED HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSISTANCE SUBTITLE Q. COMMISSION ON THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES LARGE CAPITAL PROJECTS SUBTITLE R. HISTORIC PRESERVATION OF DISTRICT PROPERTIES SUBTITLE S. PUBLIC HOUSING STABILITY SUBTITLE T. HOUSING PRODUCTION TRUST FUND TITLE III. PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE SUBTITLE A. FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES EMPLOYEE PRESUMPTIVE DISABILITY ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION SUBTITLE B. SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS SUBTITLE C. PUBLIC SAFETY GRANTS SUBTITLE D. FORENSIC SCIENCES AND PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORY REPORTING STRUCTURE TITLE IV. PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEMS SUBTITLE A. UNIFORM PER STUDENT FUNDING FORMULA SUBTITLE B. EDUCATION TO EMPLOYMENT DATA SYSTEM SUBTITLE C. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE IMPLEMENTATION FUND SUBTITLE D. CHILD CARE SUBSIDIES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES39 SUBTITLE E. STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION COMPENSATION SUBTITLE F. LIBRARY COLLECTIONS ACCOUNT SUBTITLE G. PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL TEACHER COMPENSATION SUBTITLE H. WARD 4 LIBRARIES SUBTITLE I. COMMUNITY ACCESS TO RECREATIONAL SPACE PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE J. DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION GRANTS SUBTITLE K. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA FUNDING SUBTITLE L. PUBLIC SCHOOL HEALTHY FOOD CURRICULUM GRANTS SUBTITLE M. SPECIAL NEEDS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FUNDING SUBTITLE N. OUT OF SCHOOL TIME OFFICE GRANT AUTHORITY SUBTITLE O. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR PAY EQUITY INCREASES SUBTITLE P. REPEAL OF OSSE SPECIAL FUNDS SUBTITLE Q. DCPS EDUCATOR EXIT SURVEY REPORT SUBTITLE R. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PARTICIPANT FOOD PURCHASE AUTHORIZATION SUBTITLE S. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE T. SCHOOL SAFETY COORDINATION SUBTITLE U. CONSERVATION OF APPROPRIATIONS TO DCPS TITLE V. HUMAN SUPPORT SERVICES SUBTITLE A. WARDS 2 AND 3 SENIOR WELLNESS CENTERS SUBTITLE B. MEDICAID PROVIDER REIMBURSEMENT SUBTITLE C. GRANDPARENT AND CAREGIVER SUBSIDY ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION SUBTITLE D. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CARE FINANCE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS SUBTITLE E. FIRST-TIME MOTHERS HOME VISITING PROGRAM SUBTITLE F. SCHOOL-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH STUDENT PEER EDUCATOR PILOT SUBTITLE G. DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TARGETED OUTREACH GRANTS SUBTITLE H. DC HEALTH GRANT SUBTITLE I. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES GRANT SUBTITLE J. NOT-FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL CORPORATION AND FISCAL MANAGEMENT BOARD EXENSION SUBTITLE K. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CARE FINANCE GRANTS TITLE VI. OPERATIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUBTITLE A. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE AND CANNABIS BOARD MEMBER COMPENSATION SUBTITLE B. DC WATER FACILITY WORK FUND SUBTITLE C. PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION COMPENSATION SUBTITLE D. MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION FEE SUBTITLE E. CONGESTION PRICING STUDY UPDATE SUBTITLE F. SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRUST FUND RIGHTSIZING SUBTITLE G. CLEAN CURBS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE H. DIGITAL DISPATCH SUBTITLE I. K STREET TRANSITWAY FUNDING SUBTITLE J. FOUNDRY BRANCH TROLLEY TRESTLE SUBTITLE K. PUBLIC RESTROOMS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE L. GREATER U STREET PERFORMANCE PARKING ZONE SUBTITLE M. SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL ACTION PLAN CLARIFICATION .. 79 SUBTITLE N. MARION BARRY AVENUE REVITALIZATION AND BEAUTIFICATION SUBTITLE O. VESSEL TITLING FEES AND TAXES TITLE VII. FINANCE AND REVENUE SUBTITLE A. RULE 736 REPEALS SUBTITLE B. BALLPARK FUND EXCESS REVENUE SUBTITLE C. DEDICATED REVENUE ADJUSTMENTS SUBTITLE D. FISCAL STABILIZATION RESERVE SUBTITLE E. DESIGNATED FUND TRANSFERS SUBTITLE F. NEW HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAX ABATEMENT SUBTITLE G. DEDICATED TAX ADJUSTMENT SUBTITLE H. EVENTS DC SUBTITLE I. SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION PROVISIONS SUBTITLE J. REVISED REVENUE TITLE VIII. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TITLE IX. APPLICABILITY; FISCAL IMPACT; EFFECTIVE DATE
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• Introduced: 03/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 06/13/2023
• Last Action: Law L25-0050, Effective from Sep 06, 2023 Published in DC Register Vol 70 and Page 012679
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DC bill #B25-0430 • Last Action 09/22/2023
District of Columbia Nurse Licensure Compact Authorization Act of 2023
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Mayor to execute and enter the District into the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows licensed registered and practical/vocational nurses in party states to practice in the District and for multistate licensed nurses in the District to practice in other party states. The bill aims to increase the availability of licensed nurses, standardize minimum requirements for education and training of compact nurses, establish requirements for the administration of interstate licenses, join the compact licensure information system, and allow the Board of Nursing to charge an additional fee for the issuance of a multistate license. Additionally, the bill requires employers of multistate licensed nurses to report the number of such nurses to the Board of Nursing and provide each nurse with a copy of laws and rules specific to nursing practice in the District.
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Bill Summary: A BILL IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To authorize the Mayor to execute and enter, on behalf of the District, the Nurse Licensure Compact to permit licensed registered and licensed practical/vocational nurses in party states to practice in the District and for multistate licensed nurses in the District to practice in other party states; to increase the availability of licensed nurses; to standardize minimum requirements for education and training for participating compact nurses; to establish requirements for the administration of interstate licenses; to join the compact licensure information system; to require all compact states to share licensee information with other compact states; to establish the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators; to allow the Board of Nursing to charge an additional fee for the issuance of a multistate license; and to require individuals or hospitals that employ nurses to report the number of multistate license holding nurses to the Board of Nursing and to prepare and provide each nurse with a copy of laws and rules specific to the practice of nursing in the District.
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• Introduced: 07/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 7 : Matt Frumin (D)*, Zachary Parker (D)*, Robert White (D)*, Vince Gray (D)*, Christina Henderson (I)*, Brooke Pinto (D)*, Kenyan McDuffie (I)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 07/13/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Health
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PA bill #HB1230 • Last Action 09/22/2023
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 amends the Second Class Township Code to provide additional provisions related to township auditors and the township manager position. Specifically, it adds a subsection to allow elected or appointed township officers to avoid being surcharged (i.e., held financially liable) if they acted in good faith based on a written opinion from the township solicitor. Additionally, the bill expands the township's ability to enter into employment or professional services agreements with the township manager, including provisions for severance compensation or termination payments. The bill also specifies that the township manager, if not an individual, and its officers and employees providing services are considered public officials for purposes of restricted activities under state law.
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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: 05/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Dan Moul (R)*, Bob Freeman (D), Christina Sappey (D), Izzy Smith-Wade-El (D), Lee James (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 05/24/2023
• Last Action: Re-committed to RULES
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MI bill #HB4992 • Last Action 09/20/2023
Cities: income tax; administration, enforcement, and collection procedures; modify. Amends secs. 6 & 9, ch. 1, secs. 3, 73, 84, 85, 86a, 86b, 86c, 91, 92 & 93, ch. 2 of 1964 PA 284 (MCL 141.506 et seq.) & adds sec. 92a to ch. 2.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the administration, enforcement, and collection procedures for city income taxes in Michigan. Key provisions include: - Allowing cities that have entered into an agreement with the Department of Treasury to have the Department administer, enforce, and collect the city income tax on the city's behalf. This includes provisions related to the terms of such agreements, processing of payments, enforcement procedures, and transfer of funds. - Modifying the procedures for issuing proposed assessments, notices of intent to assess, and final assessments, as well as the protest and appeals processes. Cities that have an agreement with the Department must provide taxpayers with an opportunity for an informal conference with the Department before appealing to the Tax Tribunal. - Authorizing cities that have an agreement with the Department to impose liens and levies to recover unpaid taxes, and requiring the city to take certain actions to release or withdraw liens and levies when appropriate. - Establishing an income tax board of review for cities that have not entered an agreement with the Department, and providing for appeals to the Tax Tribunal for cities that have entered an agreement. Overall, the bill streamlines and standardizes the administration and enforcement of city income taxes, particularly for cities that choose to have the Department of Treasury handle these functions.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1964 PA 284, entitled"City income tax act,"by amending sections 6 and 9 of chapter 1 and sections 3, 73, 84, 85, 86a, 86b, 86c, 91, 92, and 93 of chapter 2 (MCL 141.506, 141.509, 141.603, 141.673, 141.684, 141.685, 141.686a, 141.686b, 141.686c, 141.691, 141.692, and 141.693), section 6 of chapter 1 as amended and sections 86a, 86b, and 86c of chapter 2 as added by 2018 PA 456 and section 9 of chapter 1 as added and sections 3, 73, 84, 85, 92, and 93 of chapter 2 as amended by 1996 PA 478, and by adding section 92a to chapter 2.
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• Introduced: 09/14/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Felicia Brabec (D)*, Angela Witwer (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 09/19/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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MI bill #HB4266 • Last Action 09/20/2023
Civil rights: open meetings; legislative committee to enforce ethics; exempt from open meetings. Amends sec. 2 of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.262).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act by excluding a legislative committee created or designated under the Legislative Reorganization Act from the definition of "public body". This means that such legislative committees would be exempt from the requirements of the Open Meetings Act, which generally requires public bodies to hold open meetings and provide public access. The bill also specifies that it takes effect on January 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled"Open meetings act,"by amending section 2 (MCL 15.262), as amended by 2001 PA 38.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 16 : J.R. Roth (R)*, Tom Kuhn (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Jaime Greene (R), Angela Rigas (R), Tom Kunse (R), Matt Bierlein (R), Ann Bollin (R), Luke Meerman (R), Mark Tisdel (R), Bill Schuette (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Ken Borton (R), Donni Steele (R), Alicia St. Germaine (R), Timmy Beson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/14/2023
• Last Action: Motion To Discharge Committee Rejected
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MI bill #HB4638 • Last Action 09/19/2023
Children: services; powers and duties of the child advocate; modify. Amends title & secs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5a, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12 of 1994 PA 204 (MCL 722.921 et seq.).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Children's Ombudsman Act to modify the powers and duties of the office, which is now renamed the "Office of the Child Advocate." The key provisions are: - Expanding the office's authority to investigate administrative acts by the Department of Health and Human Services, child placing agencies, residential facilities, and others involved in child protective services, foster care, adoption, and juvenile justice services. - Renaming the position from "Children's Ombudsman" to "Child Advocate" and modifying the appointment and removal procedures. - Expanding the list of individuals who can file a complaint with the Child Advocate, including judges, the governor, and attorneys for various parties. - Granting the Child Advocate additional investigative powers, such as accessing records, issuing subpoenas, and making recommendations directly to the legislature. - Requiring residential facilities to provide information about the Child Advocate's services and allow for private interviews during investigations. - Maintaining confidentiality of the Child Advocate's records, with some exceptions for disclosing findings and recommendations. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen oversight and advocacy for children involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems in Michigan.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 204, entitled"The children's ombudsman act,"by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5a, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 (MCL 722.921, 722.922, 722.923, 722.924, 722.925, 722.925a, 722.926, 722.927, 722.928, 722.929, 722.930, 722.931, and 722.932), the title and sections 3, 5, and 11 as amended by 2004 PA 560, sections 2 and 6 as amended by 2020 PA 186, sections 4 and 10 as amended by 2014 PA 243, section 5a as amended by 2014 PA 455, sections 7 and 8 as amended by 2013 PA 38, and section 9 as amended by 2020 PA 185.
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• Introduced: 05/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 31 : Jason Hoskins (D)*, Kara Hope (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Christine Morse (D), Reggie Miller (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Stephanie Young (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Rachel Hood (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Kelly Breen (D), Natalie Price (D), Tyrone Carter (D), Julie Brixie (D), Jason Morgan (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Brenda Carter (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Noah Arbit (D), Carol Glanville (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Helena Scott (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Phil Skaggs (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 05/23/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Second Reading
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CA bill #SB143 • Last Action 09/13/2023
State government.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Reinstates the authorization for state bodies to hold public meetings through teleconferencing until December 31, 2023, suspending certain requirements of the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act. - Changes the appointment process for the State Allocation Board to vest the power of appointment for Senators in the President pro Tempore of the Senate. - Makes a nonsubstantive change regarding the remuneration limitation for the Unemployment Compensation Disability Fund. - Specifies that preapprenticeship programs are eligible for resources provided by the Women in Construction Priority Unit. - Modifies the definition of "goat herder" and extends the repeal date for certain labor protections for goat herders. - Removes the authorization for the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to use civil service classifications for certain public works projects. - Requires certain licensing authorities to register servicemembers or their spouses who relocate to California due to military orders. - Extends the expiration date for certain postgraduate training licenses for medical school graduates. - Makes changes related to the Interest On Lawyers' Trust Accounts (IOLTA) program. - Requires an evaluation and report on financing options for the California Dream for All Program. - Provides an exemption from certain hazardous waste fees for projects that meet specified criteria. - Extends the exclusion from gross income for certain COVID-19 relief grants. - Appropriates funds for a report on sheepherder and goat herder employment.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 2064.5, 2065, and 6219 of, and to add Sections 115.10 and 2064.6 to, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 15490, 16344, and 65852.24 of, and to add and repeal Section 11133 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 24213 and 34177.7 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 25174 of, to add Sections 51528 and 51529 to, and to add and repeal Section 25205.5.2 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Sections 107.7.2, 2695.3, and 2695.4 of, and to amend the heading of Part 12 (commencing with Section 2695.1) of Division 2 of, the Labor Code, to amend Section 716 of the Public Resources Code, to amend Sections 17158.1 and 24311 of, and to add and repeal Section 43101.1 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, and to amend Section 985 of the Unemployment Insurance Code, relating to state government, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Budget and Fiscal Review
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 09/13/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 196, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB143 • Last Action 09/13/2023
State government.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill: 1. Reinstates the authorization for state bodies to hold public meetings through teleconferencing, with certain notice and accessibility requirements, until December 31, 2023. 2. Changes the appointment process for Senators to the State Allocation Board. 3. Makes a nonsubstantive change regarding the remuneration limitation for the Unemployment Compensation Disability Fund. 4. Specifies that preapprenticeship programs are eligible for resources provided by the Women in Construction Priority Unit. 5. Modifies the definition of "goat herder" and extends the reporting requirement on wage violations affecting sheepherders and goat herders from January 1, 2024 to January 1, 2026. 6. Removes the authorization for the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to use any civil service classifications necessary for certain public works projects. 7. Requires registering authorities to register certain servicemembers and their spouses who relocate to California due to military orders. 8. Makes changes to the requirements for medical school graduates to obtain a physician's and surgeon's postgraduate training license. 9. Authorizes qualified legal services projects and support centers to use funds for loan repayment assistance to recruit and retain attorneys who perform certain services. 10. Makes a nonsubstantive change to a cross-reference in the Middle Class Housing Act of 2022. 11. Requires the California Housing Finance Agency to evaluate options to finance the California Dream for All Program and to review the program terms and parameters. 12. Exempts the Candlestick Point-Hunters Point Shipyard Phase 2 project from certain limitations in the Community Redevelopment Law. 13. Creates an exception to the hazardous waste generation and handling fee for certain projects that meet specified criteria. 14. Extends the tax exclusion for grant allocations received through the California Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant Program. 15. Modifies the payment schedule for the Forced or Involuntary Sterilization Compensation Program. 16. Identifies the statutes constituting the Budget Act of 2022. 17-30. Makes various other changes related to state government. 31. Declares the act to be a bill providing for appropriations related to the Budget Bill and to take effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 2064.5, 2065, and 6219 of, and to add Sections 115.10 and 2064.6 to, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 15490, 16344, and 65852.24 of, and to add and repeal Section 11133 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 24213 and 34177.7 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 25174 of, to add Sections 51528 and 51529 to, and to add and repeal Section 25205.5.2 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Sections 107.7.2, 2695.3, and 2695.4 of, and to amend the heading of Part 12 (commencing with Section 2695.1) of Division 2 of, the Labor Code, to amend Section 716 of the Public Resources Code, to amend Sections 17158.1 and 24311 of, and to add and repeal Section 43101.1 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, and to amend Section 985 of the Unemployment Insurance Code, relating to state government, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Budget, Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 08/29/2023
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on B. & F.R.
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MI bill #HB4964 • Last Action 09/12/2023
Property tax: special assessments; special assessment districts for police and fire equipment; allow. Amends sec. 11 of 1951 PA 33 (MCL 41.811).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends a 1951 law that provides for police and fire protection in townships, villages, and cities. The key provisions allow two or more contiguous townships, villages, or cities to jointly create a police, fire, or police and fire administrative board. These boards can have up to two members from each participating community, who are appointed by their respective governing bodies. The boards are responsible for preparing annual budgets for the police and/or fire departments, which must be reviewed and approved by the participating governing bodies. The bill also outlines the board's operational procedures, including requirements for public meetings and transparency under Michigan's open meetings and freedom of information laws.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1951 PA 33, entitled"An act to provide police and fire protection for townships and for certain areas in townships, certain incorporated villages, and certain cities; to authorize contracting for fire and police protection; to authorize the purchase of fire and police equipment, and the maintenance and operation of the equipment; to provide for defraying the cost of the equipment; to authorize the creation of special assessment districts and the levying and collecting of special assessments; to authorize the issuance of special assessment bonds in anticipation of the collection of special assessments and the advancement of the amount necessary to pay such bonds, and to provide for reimbursement for such advances by reassessment if necessary; to authorize the collection of fees for certain emergency services in townships and other municipalities; to authorize the creation of administrative boards and to prescribe their powers and duties; to provide for the appointment of traffic officers and to prescribe their powers and duties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,"by amending section 11 (MCL 41.811), as amended by 2006 PA 608.
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• Introduced: 09/07/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Dale Zorn (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 09/07/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 09/07/2023
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CA bill #AB1486 • Last Action 09/11/2023
Law enforcement and state agencies: military equipment: funding, acquisition, and use.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would clarify the definition of "military equipment" used by law enforcement agencies and state agencies, excluding standard issue service weapons and ammunition but including assault weapons. It would require law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their governing body before acquiring, funding, or using military equipment, and to submit annual reports on the use of such equipment. The governing body would be required to review and vote on renewing the authorization for military equipment use at least annually, with consideration of public input from a community engagement meeting. The bill would also allow cities that contract with other entities for law enforcement services to adopt their own military equipment use policies based on local community needs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 7070 and 7071 of the Government Code, relating to law enforcement agencies.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Reggie Jones-Sawyer (D)*, Alex Lee (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 09/06/2023
• Last Action: Ordered to inactive file at the request of Senator Wiener.
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MI bill #SB0473 • Last Action 09/07/2023
Property tax: special assessments; special assessment districts for police and fire equipment; allow. Amends sec. 11 of 1951 PA 33 (MCL 41.811).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends a 1951 law that allows townships, villages, and cities to create joint administrative boards for police and fire protection. The key provisions of the bill are: 1) It allows the joint administrative boards to have up to 2 members from each participating township, village, or city, rather than a set number of members. 2) It specifies that members of the joint boards must be residents of the participating communities and cannot be employees of the police or fire departments. 3) It requires the joint boards to prepare annual budgets for the police and fire departments, which must be reviewed and approved by the respective governing bodies. 4) It clarifies that the joint boards, if authorized, can only employ and appoint police and fire officers on behalf of individual townships, cities, or villages, and do not constitute a new employer. 5) It requires the joint boards to comply with open meetings and public records laws.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1951 PA 33, entitled"An act to provide police and fire protection for townships and for certain areas in townships, certain incorporated villages, and certain cities; to authorize contracting for fire and police protection; to authorize the purchase of fire and police equipment, and the maintenance and operation of the equipment; to provide for defraying the cost of the equipment; to authorize the creation of special assessment districts and the levying and collecting of special assessments; to authorize the issuance of special assessment bonds in anticipation of the collection of special assessments and the advancement of the amount necessary to pay such bonds, and to provide for reimbursement for such advances by reassessment if necessary; to authorize the collection of fees for certain emergency services in townships and other municipalities; to authorize the creation of administrative boards and to prescribe their powers and duties; to provide for the appointment of traffic officers and to prescribe their powers and duties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,"by amending section 11 (MCL 41.811), as amended by 2006 PA 608.
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• Introduced: 09/07/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Bellino (R)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 09/07/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Finance, Insurance, And Consumer Protection
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MI bill #HB4437 • Last Action 09/06/2023
Appropriations: omnibus; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for, and make supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2022-2023. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Education, and the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for fiscal year 2023-2024. Key provisions of the bill include: - Appropriating funds for the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for various departmental operations, including food and dairy, animal industry, pesticide and plant pest management, environmental stewardship, laboratory programs, and agriculture development. It also provides funding for fairs and expositions. - Appropriating funds for the Department of Corrections for various departmental operations, including departmental administration and support, offender success administration, field operations administration, correctional facilities, and health care. It also includes one-time appropriations for initiatives like corrections officer signing and retention bonuses. - Appropriating funds for the Department of Education for various departmental operations, including the State Board of Education/Office of the Superintendent, special education services, the Michigan Schools for the Deaf and Blind, educator excellence, the Michigan Office of Great Start, systems evaluation and technology, strategic planning and implementation, administrative law services, accountability services, school support services, educational supports, career and technical education, and the Library of Michigan. It also includes one-time appropriations for initiatives like the Michigan School for the Deaf dorm and PRIME schools. - Appropriating funds for the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for various departmental operations, including departmental administration and support, water resources, air quality, remediation and redevelopment, the underground storage tank authority, renewing Michigan's environment, drinking water and environmental health, materials management, and oil, gas, and minerals. It also includes one-time appropriations for initiatives like contaminated site remediation and redevelopment and the renewable-ready communities program. The bill also includes various reporting requirements, restrictions on the use of funds, and provisions related to the administration and oversight of the appropriations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to make, supplement, adjust, and consolidate appropriations for various state departments and agencies, the judicial branch, the legislative branch, and capital outlay for the fiscal years ending September 30, 2023 and September 30, 2024; to provide for certain conditions on the appropriations; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 04/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Angela Witwer (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 08/01/2023
• Last Action: Disapproved Line Item(s) Re-referred To Committee On Appropriations
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MI bill #HB4935 • Last Action 09/05/2023
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 enacts the Nurse Licensure Compact into Michigan law, allowing nurses licensed in other compact states to practice in Michigan under a multistate license. The bill also establishes the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to govern and enforce the compact, and provides procedures for nurse licensure, disciplinary actions, and information sharing among compact states. The bill amends various sections of Michigan's Public Health Code related to nurse licensing and regulation to align with the compact.
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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: 08/24/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Green (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 08/24/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 08/24/2023
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CA bill #AB787 • Last Action 09/01/2023
Pupil instruction: digital citizenship and media literacy: survey.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the Superintendent of Public Instruction, in consultation with the State Board of Education, to survey teacher librarians, principals, and technology directors by January 1, 2025 to understand how they are currently integrating digital citizenship and media literacy education into their curriculum. The Superintendent would then convene an advisory committee to develop best practices and recommendations for instruction in digital citizenship and media literacy, which would be reported to the Legislature by January 1, 2026. The bill aims to establish digital citizenship and media literacy as part of the state's basic educational goals and requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 51206.5 to, and to add and repeal Section 51206.6 of, the Education Code, relating to pupil instruction.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jesse Gabriel (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/28/2023
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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CA bill #AB1605 • Last Action 09/01/2023
High schools: military services: United States Space Force.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the Education Code to include the United States Space Force in the definition of "military services" for the purposes of prohibiting schools from denying access to military recruiters, and to include the United States Space Force in the definition of "Uniformed Services" for the purposes of the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. The bill would also require the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for any state-mandated costs associated with these changes.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 49603 and 49701 of the Education Code, relating to high schools.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : James Gallagher (R)*, Al Muratsuchi (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 09/01/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 142, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB1092 • Last Action 09/01/2023
Health care service plans: consolidation.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the Knox-Keene Health Care Service Plan Act of 1975 to require health care service plans to give notice to and secure prior approval from the Director of the Department of Managed Health Care (director) before acquiring or obtaining control of another entity. The bill would authorize the director to disapprove a transaction or agreement if it would substantially lessen competition in the health system or among a particular category of health care providers, and would require the director to provide information related to competition to the Attorney General. The bill would also revise the director's authority to conditionally approve a transaction or agreement, including authorizing the director to review information from federal and other state agencies, and to contract with an independent entity to monitor compliance with any conditions. The bill would prohibit the director from waiving or delaying implementation of certain requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1399.65 and 1399.66 of, and to amend the heading of Article 10.2 (commencing with Section 1399.65) of Chapter 2.2 of Division 2 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to health care.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Wood (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 06/28/2023
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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CA bill #AB820 • Last Action 09/01/2023
State boards and commissions: seniors.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would require the composition of various advisory groups and bodies to include a state agency official responsible for administering programs that serve, or state commission official that advocates on behalf of, older adults, defined as a person 60 years of age or older, or a representative from an organization that serves or advocates on behalf of older adults. The bill would amend several sections of California law to implement this requirement across different state boards, commissions, and councils related to areas such as Alzheimer's disease, health workforce education and training, mental health services, and homelessness.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1568.17 and 128250 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 14012 of the Unemployment Insurance Code, and to amend Sections 5771, 5845, and 8257 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to state government.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Eloise Reyes (D)*, Jasmeet Bains (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 07/03/2023
• Last Action: In committee: Held under submission.
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CA bill #AB1761 • Last Action 09/01/2023
Citizens Redistricting Commission: governance.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing provisions of the California Constitution, enacted by the Voters FIRST Act, to revise the definition of "day" for the purposes of the Citizens Redistricting Commission's statutory provisions. It also authorizes the commission to rotate the members serving as chair and vice chair, notwithstanding any other law. The bill declares that these amendments further the purposes of the Voters FIRST Act.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 8251 and 8253 of the Government Code, relating to redistricting.
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• Introduced: 03/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Elections
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 09/01/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 146, Statutes of 2023.
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PA bill #HB1648 • Last Action 08/29/2023
Providing for right-to-know; making repeals; and making editorial changes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various titles of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to provide for the public's right to access government records. The key provisions are: This bill establishes a new Part IV in Title 2 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, titled "Right-to-Know", which sets out requirements and procedures for public access to records of Commonwealth agencies, local agencies, legislative agencies, and judicial agencies. It defines key terms, establishes presumptions of public access, outlines the responsibilities and procedures for agencies in responding to record requests, creates an appeals process, and provides for judicial review and remedies. The bill also makes conforming amendments throughout the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to replace references to the former Right-to-Know Law with references to the new Part IV. Overall, the bill aims to consolidate and clarify the public's right to access government records in Pennsylvania.
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Bill Summary: Amending Titles 2 (Administrative Law and Procedure), 3 (Agriculture), 4 (Amusements), 5 (Athletics and Sports), 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns), 11 (Cities), 13 (Commercial Code), 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations), 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries), 23 (Domestic Relations), 24 (Education), 25 (Elections), 26 (Eminent Domain), 27 (Environmental Resources), 30 (Fish), 34 (Game), 35 (Health and Safety), 37 (Historical and Museums), 40 (Insurance), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure), 45 (Legal Notices), 51 (Military Affairs), 53 (Municipalities Generally), 58 (Oil and Gas), 62 (Procurement), 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi- Public Corporations), 65 (Public Officers), 66 (Public Utilities), 68 (Real and Personal Property), 71 (State Government), 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for right-to- know; making repeals; and making editorial changes.
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• Introduced: 08/29/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Lou Schmitt (R)*, Seth Grove (R), Dan Moul (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 08/29/2023
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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MI bill #SB0173 • Last Action 08/22/2023
Appropriations: school aid omnibus; appropriations in the school aid act for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Amends, adds & repeals (See bill).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill allocates funding for various education purposes in Michigan for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2023-2024. The key provisions are: This bill allocates over $18 billion from the state school aid fund, general fund, and other sources to support public schools, intermediate school districts, community colleges, and other educational purposes in Michigan for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2023-2024. This includes funding for the foundation allowance, special education, at-risk students, career and technical education, early childhood education, and other targeted programs. It also creates new funds like the school consolidation and infrastructure fund and school transportation fund to support facility improvements and transportation costs. The bill aims to improve student achievement, school district financial stability, and education outcomes through partnership agreements, facility assessments, high-quality tutoring programs, and other initiatives. Overall, the bill provides significant state funding and support to K-12 education in Michigan over the next two fiscal years.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled ?An act to make appropriations to aid in the support of the public schools, the intermediate school districts, community colleges, and public universities of the state; to make appropriations for certain other purposes relating to education; to provide for the disbursement of the appropriations; to authorize the issuance of certain bonds and provide for the security of those bonds; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, the state board of education, and certain other boards and officials; to create certain funds and provide for their expenditure; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,? by amending sections 3, 4, 6, 6a, 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 11w, 11x, 15, 19, 20, 20d, 20f, 21f, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22m, 22p, 23a, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 27a, 27b, 27c, 28, 31a, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 31p, 31aa, 32d, 32n, 32p, 32t, 35a, 35d, 35f, 39, 39a, 41, 41b, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51e, 51g, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 56, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 67c, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97a, 97e, 98, 99h, 99s, 99t, 99u, 99x, 99aa, 99ee, 101, 104, 104f, 104h, 104i, 107, 121, 147, 147a, 147b, 147c, 147e, 152a, 152b, 163, 201, 202a, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 219, 223, 229a, 230, 236, 236b, 236c, 236h, 236j, 236k, 241, 248, 248a, 251, 252, 254, 256, 259, 260, 263, 263a, 264, 268, 269, 270c, 275, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, 283, and 296 (MCL 388.1603, 388.1604, 388.1606, 388.1606a, 388.1611, 388.1611a, 388.1611j, 388.1611k, 388.1611m, 388.1611s, 388.1611w, 388.1611x, 388.1615, 388.1619, 388.1620, 388.1620d, 388.1620f, 388.1621f, 388.1621h, 388.1622a, 388.1622b, 388.1622c, 388.1622d, 388.1622m, 388.1622p, 388.1623a, 388.1624, 388.1624a, 388.1625f, 388.1625g, 388.1626a, 388.1626b, 388.1626c, 388.1626d, 388.1627a, 388.1627b, 388.1627c, 388.1628, 388.1631a, 388.1631d, 388.1631f, 388.1631j, 388.1631n, 388.1631p, 388.1631aa, 388.1632d, 388.1632n, 388.1632p, 388.1632t, 388.1635a, 388.1635d, 388.1635f, 388.1639, 388.1639a, 388.1641, 388.1641b, 388.1651a, 388.1651c, 388.1651d, 388.1651e, 388.1651g, 388.1653a, 388.1654, 388.1654b, 388.1654d, 388.1656, 388.1661a, 388.1661b, 388.1661c, 388.1661d, 388.1662, 388.1665, 388.1667, 388.1667c, 388.1674, 388.1681, 388.1694, 388.1694a, 388.1695b, 388.1697a, 388.1697e, 388.1698, 388.1699h, 388.1699s, 388.1699t, 388.1699u, 388.1699x, 388.1699aa, 388.1699ee, 388.1701, 388.1704, 388.1704f, 388.1704h, 388.1704i, 388.1707, 388.1721, 388.1747, 388.1747a, 388.1747b, 388.1747c, 388.1747e, 388.1752a, 388.1752b, 388.1763, 388.1801, 388.1802a, 388.1806, 388.1807a, 388.1807b, 388.1807c, 388.1819, 388.1823, 388.1829a, 388.1830, 388.1836, 388.1836b, 388.1836c, 388.1836h, 388.1836j, 388.1836k, 388.1841, 388.1848, 388.1848a, 388.1851, 388.1852, 388.1854, 388.1856, 388.1859, 388.1860, 388.1863, 388.1863a, 388.1864, 388.1868, 388.1869, 388.1870c, 388.1875, 388.1876, 388.1877, 388.1878, 388.1879, 388.1880, 388.1881, 388.1882, 388.1883, and 388.1896), sections 3, 6, 6a, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 20, 20d, 20f, 21f, 21h, 22a, 22c, 22d, 22m, 22p, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 28, 31a, 31d, 31j, 31n, 31p, 32d, 32p, 35a, 35d, 35f, 39, 41, 51d, 51g, 54b, 54d, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97a, 98, 99h, 99s, 99t, 99u, 99x, 99aa, 101, 104, 104f, 104h, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, 147e, 152a, 152b, 201, 202a, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 229a, 230, 236b, 236c, 236h, 241, 252, 256, 259, 260, 263, 264, 268, 269, 270c, 275, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 as amended and sections 11x, 27a, 27b, 27c, 31aa, 32n, 32t, 41b, 51e, 67c, 97e, 99ee, 104i, and 236k as added by 2022 PA 144, sections 4 and 19 as amended by 2021 PA 48, sections 11, 22b, 31f, 39a, 51a, 51c, 53a, 54, and 147c as amended by 2023 PA 3, section 11w as added by 2022 PA 93, section 23a as amended by 2020 PA 22, sections 56, 236, 236j, and 251 as amended and sections 248 and 248a as added by 2022 PA 212, section 121 as amended by 2006 PA 342, section 163 as amended by 2021 PA 15, section 219 as amended by 2016 PA 249, section 223 as amended by 2021 PA 86, section 254 as amended by 2017 PA 108, sections 263a and 283 as amended by 2019 PA 62, and section 296 as amended by 2020 PA 165, and by adding sections 11v, 11z, 11aa, 12a, 12b, 12c, 22k, 22l, 23g, 23h, 23i, 25k, 27g, 27h, 27i, 27j, 27k, 27l, 27m, 27n, 27o, 27p, 27q, 29, 30d, 30e, 31k, 31r, 31ff, 32e, 32v, 32w, 32x, 33, 35i, 35j, 35k, 35l, 61j, 61k, 61l, 61m, 61n, 61o, 61p, 61q, 61r, 61s, 61t, 61u, 67f, 67g, 74b, 97g, 97i, 97j, 97k, 97l, 98d, 99a, 99b, 99d, 99e, 99f, 99g, 99m, 99n, 99ff, 99gg, 99hh, 99ii, 99jj, 99kk, 99ll, 107a, 147f, 164i, 216c, 217a, 217b, 236m, 236n, 241a, 241b, 241c, 241d, 263b, 275k, and 284a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Darrin Camilleri (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 61
• Last Amended: 07/23/2023
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 103'23 With Immediate Effect
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NC bill #H488 • Last Action 08/16/2023
Code Council Reorg. and Var. Code Amend
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill reorganizes the Building Code Council and creates the Residential Code Council, amends various provisions of the North Carolina State Building Code and land development regulations, and increases the project cost minimum for applicability of general contractor licensing requirements. Key provisions include: - Establishing the Residential Code Council, composed of 13 members with expertise in residential construction, to review and amend the North Carolina Residential Code. - Modifying the responsibilities and procedures of the Building Code Council and Residential Code Council, including requirements for fiscal analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and public hearings on proposed Code changes. - Increasing the project cost minimum for general contractor licensing requirements from $30,000 to $40,000. - Allowing alternative pavement design standards for private driveways and prohibiting routine exterior sheathing inspections in certain circumstances. - Limiting local governments' ability to require payments from owners of privately maintained stormwater control systems and transferring stormwater permits in accordance with state requirements. - Prohibiting further amendments to certain chapters of the North Carolina Residential Code and new energy conservation requirements until 2026. - Expanding the scope of the North Carolina Residential Code to include three-family and four-family dwellings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REORGANIZE THE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL AND CREATE THE RESIDENTIAL CODE COUNCIL, TO AMEND VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE BUILDING CODE AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, AND TO INCREASE THE PROJECT COST MINIMUM FOR APPLICABILITY OF GENERAL CONTRACTOR LICENSING REQUIREMENTS.
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• Introduced: 03/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 27 : Mark Brody (R)*, Destin Hall (R)*, Tricia Cotham (R)*, Dennis Riddell (R)*, Dean Arp (R), Jennifer Capps Balkcom (R), John Bradford (R), Celeste Cairns (R), George Cleveland (R), John Faircloth (R), Kelly Hastings (R), Keith Kidwell (R), Donnie Loftis (R), Jeff McNeely (R), Ben Moss (R), Joe Pike (R), Larry Potts (R), Jason Saine (R), Mitchell Setzer (R), Phil Shepard (R), Carson Smith (R), Steve Tyson (R), Bill Ward (R), Harry Warren (R), Sam Watford (R), Matthew Winslow (R), Jeff Zenger (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 68
• Last Amended: 08/16/2023
• Last Action: Ch. SL 2023-108
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CA bill #AB114 • Last Action 08/14/2023
Education finance: education omnibus budget trailer bill.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive changes to various aspects of education finance and policy in California. Here are the key provisions summarized in plain language: This bill: 1. Revises the alternative education grant for county offices of education, including increasing the base grant component and establishing add-ons for operating juvenile court schools and county community schools. 2. Allocates a Student Support and Enrichment Block Grant of $3,000 per unit of average daily attendance for county offices of education. 3. Increases the additional funding for the Los Angeles County Office of Education for supporting statewide professional development and leadership training related to antibias education and inclusive schools. 4. Delays the reporting of recommendations on best practices for universal preschool from January 2023 to March 2024. 5. Authorizes the Department of Education to allocate or prorate unexpended funds from the California Prekindergarten Planning and Implementation Grant Program for costs associated with the educational expenses of early childhood professionals. 6. Requires local educational agencies contracting with third-party providers to operate expanded learning opportunity programs to notify the local educational agency of health or safety issues and request pupil health information. 7. Revises and recasts provisions related to the California School Finance Authority Act, including authorizing participating parties to elect to participate in a local intercept. 8. Extends the availability of funds appropriated for the California Preschool, Transitional Kindergarten, and Full-Day Kindergarten Facilities Grant Program. 9. Reduces the appropriation to the Learning Recovery Emergency Fund by $1.59 billion and changes the reporting requirements for local educational agencies receiving these funds. 10. Establishes that the uniform complaint process is intended to address a complaint related to teacher misassignment that claims a teacher lacking credentials or training to teach English learners is assigned to a class with one or more English learner pupils. 11. Deletes the requirements for the Controller's audit guide to include instructions for procedures for determining unspent funds associated with certain facility programs. 12. Makes the provision governing the proration of moneys for the support of school districts, community college districts, and direct elementary and secondary level instructional services inapplicable to the 2023-24 fiscal year. 13. Makes the transportation funding provisions inapplicable to a school district with an approved districtwide charter petition. 14. Establishes the Local Control Funding Formula Equity Multiplier apportionment, which will allocate $300 million annually to eligible local educational agencies based on a schoolsite's total prior year adjusted cumulative enrollment. 15. Revises and recasts provisions related to the recoupment of wage overpayments made to school employees. 16. Requires the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to ensure local educational agencies have access to the results of the assignment monitoring process, publish annual educator assignment data, and support the Department of Education in providing annual updates on teaching assignment outcomes. 17. Requires all fees collected by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing for tests, examinations, or assessments to be deposited in the Teacher Credentials Fund and exempts these fees from provisions related to fee reductions when there are surplus funds. 18. Requires the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to issue a comparable credential to certain military service members, their spouses or domestic partners, and surviving spouses or domestic partners. 19. Increases the amount of grants for the Teacher Residency Grant Program, requires a minimum compensation package for residents, and extends the deadline for the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to provide an evaluation report. 20. Specifies licensing requirements for expanded learning opportunity programs operated by third-party providers and requires the Superintendent and Department of Social Services to establish a process for these providers and California state preschool program providers to annually submit program access information. 21. Extends the period during which a school district or charter school affected by a state of emergency declared in 2018 or 2020 may receive additional funding. 22. Prohibits the state board from waiving certain laws relating to kindergarten and transitional kindergarten admission. 23. Extends the prohibition on approving new charter schools offering non-classroom-based instruction until January 1, 2026, and requires a study on the processes used to determine funding for these schools. 24. Revises and recasts provisions related to juvenile court schools, including requiring a joint process for performing intake evaluations and developing transition plans, and requiring the Department of Education to report on outcomes for pupils in juvenile court schools. 25. Appropriates $3.5 million annually from the General Fund to county offices of education for purchasing and maintaining emergency opioid antagonists for local educational agencies. 26. Revises the provisions governing the provision of two free school meals per day for all pupils, and requires the Department of Education to provide state meal reimbursement to participating local educational agencies. 27. Revises the provisions governing the alternative diploma pathway for individuals with exceptional needs. 28. Requires the Student Aid Commission to provide the California College Guidance Initiative with data necessary to inform educator reports on the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or California Dream Act Application. 29. Requires the Superintendent, in consultation with the executive director of the state board, to award $1 million as a grant to Beyond Differences to support local educational agencies with the implementation of integrated academic, behavioral, and social-emotional learning practices. 30. Makes various other changes related to education finance, policy, and reporting requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1240, 2574, 2575.2, 2576, 8202.6, 8281.5, 8483.4, 8901, 8902, 14002, 14041.5, 17199.4, 17199.5, 17375, 32526, 33050, 35186, 39800.1, 41024, 41203.1, 41544, 41850.1, 42238.02, 42238.025, 42238.03, 44042.5, 44235.1, 44235.2, 44258.9, 44415.5, 44415.6, 44417.5, 45500, 46120, 46392, 46393, 47605, 47606.5, 47607.4, 47612.7, 47654, 47655, 48000, 48000.1, 48310, 48646, 49421.5, 49501.5, 51225.31, 51225.7, 52052, 52062, 52064, 52064.1, 52064.5, 52065, 52066, 52068, 52070, 52070.5, 52071, 52071.5, 52073.3, 52074, 52201, 52202, 56195.1, 56836.148, 60642.7, 60900, 60900.5, and 69617 of, to add Sections 2575.5, 42238.024, 44235.12, 44343.4, 48000.15, 48648, 48649, 48650, 49414.8, 52072.1, 52072.6, 52073.5, and 69617.5 to, to add Chapter 15.5 (commencing with Section 53008) to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of, and to repeal and add Sections 52072 and 52072.5 of, the Education Code, to amend Section 1596.792 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Sections 858 and 889.2 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, to amend Section 55 of Chapter 13 of the Statutes of 2015, to amend Section 144 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021, and to amend Sections 121, 123, 124, 129, 132, 133, 134, 136, and 137 of Chapter 52 of the Statutes of 2022, relating to education finance, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Budget, Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 06/24/2023
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on B. & F.R.
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CA bill #AB101 • Last Action 08/14/2023
Budget Act of 2023.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes appropriations for the support of state government for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The key provisions of this bill include: - Appropriating funds for the support and operation of state government agencies and programs, including the legislature, judiciary, executive branch, and various departments and commissions. - Providing funding for the Department of Transportation to support transportation programs and projects, including the State Transportation Improvement Program, Active Transportation Program, and Congested Corridors Program. - Appropriating funds for the Department of Housing and Community Development to support affordable housing, community development, and homelessness programs. - Providing funding for the Department of Parks and Recreation to support state park operations, maintenance, and capital outlay projects. - Appropriating funds for the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection for fire protection, forest management, and fire prevention activities. - Providing funding for various other departments and programs across the state government, including the Department of Fish and Wildlife, State Lands Commission, and Wildlife Conservation Board. The bill also includes various provisions that allow for the transfer of funds between programs and accounts, as well as provisions that exempt certain procurement and contracting activities from standard requirements. Overall, this bill appropriates funding to support the ongoing operations and programs of the state government in the 2023-24 fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 06/11/2023
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on B. & F.R.
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IL bill #SB1670 • Last Action 08/11/2023
FOIA-MEDICAL RECORDS
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act in Illinois to clarify that for public bodies that are HIPAA-covered entities, "private information" includes electronic medical records and all information, including demographic information, contained within or extracted from an electronic medical records system operated or maintained by the public body in compliance with State and federal medical privacy laws and regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The bill also adds a new exemption to the Act for HIPAA-covered entities, specifying that all protected health information, including demographic information, that may be contained within or extracted from any record held by the public body in compliance with HIPAA is exempt from disclosure.
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Bill Summary: concerning government.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Sara Feigenholtz (D)*, Marcus Evans (D)*, Willie Preston (D), Laura Murphy (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 08/11/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0554
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IL bill #HB1131 • Last Action 08/11/2023
SW IL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various state laws to establish new requirements and restrictions for the regional development authorities in Illinois. The key provisions include: - Defining the term "Authority leader" to mean the Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director, or any other person serving in a management, administrative, or leadership role at the Authority. - Prohibiting the authorities from hearing requests for assistance from "restricted persons" - those with a familial or business relationship with an Authority leader. - Requiring Authority leaders to disclose and recuse themselves from matters relating to requests for assistance from entities relocating employees from another Authority's counties. - Mandating the Board of each Authority to vote annually to renew the appointment of the Executive Director and other Authority leaders, and to approve all contracts on an annual basis using a public process. - Requiring Authority leaders to submit statements of economic interest and disclose outside income and business relationships. - Subjecting the Authorities to the Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information Act. - Requiring the Authorities to post contracts, financial reports, and notices of project financing commitments on their websites.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill as modified by Senate Amendment No. 1 and makes the following changes. Amends the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act. Requires persons serving as Executive Director or otherwise involved with directing the affairs of a Regional Development Authority to file statements of economic interest with the Secretary of State. Amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act. Subjects Authority leaders, board members, and employees of Regional Development Authorities to regulation under the Act. Further amends the Southwestern Illinois Development Authority Act, the Quad Cities Regional Economic Development Authority Act, and the Tri-County River Valley Development Authority Law, and amends the Central Illinois Economic Development Authority Act, the Eastern Illinois Economic Development Authority Act, the Joliet Arsenal Development Authority Act, the Riverdale Development Authority Act, the Southeastern Illinois Economic Development Authority Act, the Southern Illinois Economic Development Authority Act, the Upper Illinois River Valley Development Authority Act, the Illinois Urban Development Authority Act, the Western Illinois Economic Development Authority Act, and the Will-Kankakee Regional Development Authority Law. Adds provisions relating to requests for assistance, disclosure of economic interests, open meetings, record disclosure, and notice relating to commitment to support the financing of a project. Adds related definitions. Provides that a Board of an Authority may not meet or take any action without a quorum present. Effective July 1, 2023.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Jay Hoffman (D)*, Dave Koehler (D)*, David Friess (R), Mike Halpin (D), Steve Stadelman (D), Tom Bennett (R), Sally Turner (R), Erica Harriss (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 79
• Last Amended: 08/15/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0517
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IL bill #HB3326 • Last Action 08/11/2023
VEH CD-LICENSE PLATE READER
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Illinois Vehicle Code to address the use of automated license plate readers (ALPRs) by law enforcement and other entities. The key provisions are: - It prohibits ALPR users from sharing ALPR information with other jurisdictions for the purpose of investigating or enforcing laws that deny or interfere with a person's right to reproductive health care services or that permit the detention or investigation of a person based on their immigration status. - It requires ALPR users to obtain a written declaration from out-of-state law enforcement agencies affirming they will not use ALPR information in a manner that violates these prohibitions before sharing such information. - It specifies that ALPR information must be held confidentially to the fullest extent permitted by law. - It clarifies that the bill does not define or limit any rights under the Reproductive Health Act. The bill aims to restrict the use of ALPR technology in a way that could impact access to reproductive health services or enforcement of immigration laws.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that an automated license plate reader (ALPR) user shall not sell, share, allow access to, or transfer ALPR information to any state for the purpose of investigating or enforcing a law that: (1) denies or interferes with a person's right to choose or obtain reproductive health care services or any lawful health care services; or (2) permits the detention or investigation of a person based on the person's immigration status. Provides that any law enforcement agency that uses ALPR systems shall require other out-of-state law enforcement agencies to acknowledge that any shared ALPR images or data generated in the State will not be used in a manner that violates the provisions by executing a written declaration before obtaining that data, and if a written declaration is not executed before sharing or transfer of the data, the law enforcement agency shall not share the ALPR images or data with the out-of-state law enforcement agency. Provides that ALPR information shall be held confidentially to the fullest extent permitted by law. Makes a corresponding change in the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 30 : Ann Williams (D)*, Sara Feigenholtz (D)*, Cyril Nichols (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Anna Moeller (D), Theresa Mah (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Dan Didech (D), Lisa Hernandez (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Michael Kelly (D), Margaret Croke (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Marcus Evans (D), Katie Stuart (D), Joyce Mason (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Jonathan Carroll (D), Dee Avelar (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Harry Benton (D), Mike Simmons (D), Linda Holmes (D), Laura Fine (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Celina Villanueva (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 198
• Last Amended: 08/15/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0540
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IL bill #SB1818 • Last Action 08/07/2023
ILLINOIS FLAG COMMISSION
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Illinois Flag Commission, which is tasked with developing new state flag designs and making recommendations to the General Assembly on whether the current state flag should be replaced. The Commission consists of members appointed by various state officials, including the Secretary of State, who will serve as the Chair. The Commission is required to establish design goals and guidelines, create a public website, engage in public awareness campaigns, and select a group of up to 10 proposed flag designs by September 1, 2024. The Commission will then submit a report to the General Assembly by December 3, 2024, with its recommendations on a revised or new state flag. The Act is set to be repealed on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: concerning the Illinois State flag.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Doris Turner (D)*, Kam Buckner (D)*, Dave Koehler (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Laura Murphy (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Christopher Belt (D), Meg Loughran Cappel (D), Dan Didech (D), Dave Vella (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 67
• Last Amended: 08/07/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0513
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IL bill #SB1872 • Last Action 08/04/2023
SCH CD-TEACHER TENURE/3 YEARS
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the School Code to change the probationary period for teachers in certain school districts from 4 consecutive school terms to 3 or 2 consecutive school terms, depending on the teacher's performance evaluations. For teachers hired on or after July 1, 2023, the probationary period is reduced to 3 consecutive school terms with certain performance requirements, or 2 consecutive school terms with "Excellent" ratings. The bill also makes changes to the procedures for dismissing teachers in contractual continued service and the time frames for providing notice of dismissal.
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Bill Summary: concerning education.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 13 : Kimberly Lightford (D)*, Dave Vella (D)*, Doris Turner (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Dale Fowler (R), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Cyril Nichols (D), Jonathan Carroll (D), Sue Scherer (D), Joyce Mason (D), Dan Didech (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 78
• Last Amended: 05/19/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0500
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IL bill #HB3413 • Last Action 08/04/2023
DNR-REMAINS-NATIVE AMERICANS
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several state laws to provide stronger protections for Native American and other historical human remains, unregistered graves, grave markers, and grave artifacts in Illinois. The key provisions include: - Requiring the Department of Natural Resources to be notified and involved when human remains over 100 years old are encountered, and conducting tribal consultation for Native American remains. - Making it a felony to knowingly or recklessly disturb protected human remains, graves, and artifacts, with exceptions for certain authorized activities. - Prohibiting the sale or commercial display of Native American and other protected remains and artifacts. - Establishing a Repatriation and Reinterment Fund to cover the costs of repatriating, reinterring, and restoring protected remains and materials. - Allowing the Department to seize and forfeit any equipment or property used in illegally disturbing protected remains and artifacts. - Authorizing the Department to issue emergency rules to quickly implement the new requirements around human remains protection.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill with the following changes and additions. Amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act. Grants the Department of Natural Resources emergency rulemaking authority concerning discovery of human remains. Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts from inspection and copying any and all information regarding burials, interments, or entombments of human remains as required to be reported to the Department of Natural Resources under either the Archaeological and Paleontological Resources Protection Act or the Human Remains Protection Act. Amends the Seizure and Forfeiture Reporting Act. Provides that the Act applies to property seized or forfeited under the Archaeological and Paleontological Resources Protection Act and the Human Remains Protection Act. Further amends the Archaeological and Paleontological Resources Protection Act. Changes the administration of the Act from the Illinois State Museum to the Department of Natural Resources. Provides that it is unlawful to violate any administrative rule adopted under the Act. Provides that a violation of administrative rules adopted under the Act is a Class B misdemeanor. Provides that every device, equipment, tool, vehicle or conveyance, when used or operated illegally, or attempted to be used or operated illegally by any person in taking, transporting, holding, disturbing, exploring, excavating, collecting or conveying any archaeological or paleontological resources, contrary to the provisions of the Act, including administrative rules, is a public nuisance and subject to seizure and confiscation by any authorized employee of the Department. Further amends the Human Remains Protection Act. Provides that every device, equipment, tool, vehicle or conveyance, when used or operated illegally, or attempted to be used or operated illegally by any person in taking, transporting, holding, disturbing, exploring, excavating, collecting or conveying any human remains, grave artifacts, or grave markers, contrary to the provisions of the Act, including administrative rules, is a public nuisance and subject to seizure and confiscation by any authorized employee of the Department. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 36 : Mark Walker (D)*, Don Harmon (D)*, Norine Hammond (R), Maurice West (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Dee Avelar (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Edgar Gonzalez (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Lisa Hernandez (D), Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar (D), Jaime Andrade (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Omar Williams (D), Camille Lilly (D), Theresa Mah (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Mary Flowers (D), Harry Benton (D), Dave Koehler (D), Mike Simmons (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Win Stoller (R), Karina Villa (D), Mike Halpin (D), Cristina Castro (D), Laura Ellman (D), Mattie Hunter (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 109
• Last Amended: 08/11/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0446
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IL bill #SB1446 • Last Action 08/04/2023
SCH CD-DRESS CODE POLICY
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois School Code to (1) require the State Board of Education to develop and make available to schools resource materials regarding students wearing or accessorizing graduation attire to associate with their cultural, ethnic, or religious identity or other protected characteristics; and (2) prohibit school dress code policies from restricting a student's right to wear or accessorize graduation attire in this manner. The bill also makes other changes to provisions governing school dress codes and the powers and duties of local school councils.
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Bill Summary: Provides that, by no later than July 1, 2024, the State Board of Education shall make available to schools resource materials developed in consultation with stakeholders regarding a student wearing or accessorizing the student's graduation attire with general items that may be used by the student to associate with, identify, or declare their cultural, ethnic, or religious identity or any other protected characteristic or category identified in the Illinois Human Rights Act. (instead of resource materials regarding a student wearing any articles of clothing or items that have cultural or religious significance to the student if those articles of clothing or items are not obscene or derogatory toward others and the right of a student to wear or accessorize graduation attire with certain items). Provides that a school uniform or dress code policy adopted by a school board or local school council shall not prohibit the right of a student to wear or accessorize the student's graduation attire with items associated with the student's cultural, ethnic, or religious identity or any other protected characteristic or category identified in the Illinois Human Rights Act (instead of may not prohibit the right of a student to wear or accessorize the student's graduation attire with items associated with the student's cultural or ethnic identity or any protected characteristic or category identified in the Illinois Human Rights Act, including, but not limited to, Native American items of cultural significance). Removes provisions providing that a school board or local school council may not prohibit a student from wearing any articles of clothing or items that have cultural or religious significance to the student if those articles of clothing or items are not obscene or derogatory toward others. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 25 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*, Maurice West (D)*, Cristina Castro (D), Mike Simmons (D), Laura Fine (D), Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Sue Scherer (D), Cyril Nichols (D), Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Sharon Chung (D), Matt Hanson (D), Anna Moeller (D), Mary Gill (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Dee Avelar (D), Barbara Hernandez (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 77
• Last Amended: 08/07/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0463
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IL bill #HB2039 • Last Action 08/04/2023
ACCESS TO PUBLIC HEALTH DATA
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Access to Public Health Data Act, aims to improve access to public health data for certified local health departments in Illinois. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Requiring the Illinois Department of Public Health, Department of Human Services, and Department of Healthcare and Family Services to provide certified local health departments with access to various types of public health data, such as birth and death certificates, hospital discharge data, and prescription monitoring data, for the purposes of disease prevention and control. 2. Establishing safeguards to protect the privacy and security of the data, including requirements for data use agreements, authentication and authorization of users, and restrictions on the use and disclosure of the data. 3. Requiring the state departments to provide the latest available data to certified local health departments within 120 business days after the completion of the applicable data use agreement, except where prohibited by current technology. 4. Authorizing the state departments to adopt rules necessary to implement the Act. 5. Amending the Freedom of Information Act to exempt from public disclosure any information obtained by a certified local health department under the Access to Public Health Data Act. The overall goal of the bill is to improve the ability of local public health authorities to access and utilize relevant data to better serve their communities.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the bill as amended by Senate Amendment No. 1 with the following changes. Provides that each disclosing State department or agency (rather than only department) shall execute a single master data use agreement that includes all data sets and is in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the specific data being requested. Provides that the State department or agency may require the names of any authorized users who will access or use the data provided. Provides that any data shared between State departments and agencies that is requested by a certified local health department shall be reviewed and approved by the State department or agency providing the data to ensure that all disclosures are made in accordance with procedures set forth in the data use agreements. Makes other changes. Adds a January 1, 2024 effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 28 : Anna Moeller (D)*, Karina Villa (D)*, Natalie Manley (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Camille Lilly (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Thaddeus Jones (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Marcus Evans (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Theresa Mah (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Lisa Hernandez (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Julie Morrison (D), Bill Cunningham (D), Ann Gillespie (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Laura Ellman (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Linda Holmes (D), Doris Turner (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 83
• Last Amended: 08/11/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0423
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IL bill #SB0090 • Last Action 08/04/2023
EDUCATION-HARASSMENT
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled the "Racism-Free Schools Law", amends the School Code to require the State Board of Education to build data collection systems to allow the collection of data on reported allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in schools. The bill requires each school district, charter school, and nonpublic, nonsectarian elementary or secondary school to disclose certain information about these allegations to the State Board of Education annually. The bill also requires schools to create written policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on race, color, and national origin, and retaliation, and establishes procedures for responding to complaints. The Illinois Human Rights Act is also amended to address discrimination and harassment based on race, color, and national origin in elementary, secondary, and higher education, and to require the Department of Human Rights to produce a model training program on these issues. The bill takes effect on August 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Reinserts the contents of Senate Amendment No. 2 with the following changes. Makes changes concerning the data collection requirements required by the amendatory provisions of the School Code. Makes changes to certain references to specify that the violations to be reported are violations of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Provides that the State Board of Education may (instead of shall) adopt any rules deemed necessary. In provisions concerning the policy on discrimination in the School Code, makes changes concerning what the written policy shall contain. Changes references to "discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on race, color, or national origin" to "discrimination and harassment based on race, color, or national origin, and retaliation". Removes references specifying that only students may report discrimination and harassment based on race, color, or national origin, and retaliation. Makes changes concerning the procedures for responding to a complaint of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, or national origin, and retaliation. In provisions amending the Illinois Human Rights Act, removes specified changes concerning the public policy of the State regarding discrimination and sexual harassment. Makes changes concerning a failure to report harassment. Sets out exemptions for the harassment provisions. Makes changes concerning the model training program the Department of Human Rights shall produce. Corrects typographical errors. Makes other changes. Effective August 1, 2024.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 62 : Laura Murphy (D)*, Maurice West (D)*, Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Julie Morrison (D), Ram Villivalam (D), Mike Halpin (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Laura Fine (D), Ann Gillespie (D), Bill Cunningham (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Christopher Belt (D), Laura Ellman (D), Celina Villanueva (D), Doris Turner (D), Patricia Van Pelt (D), Willie Preston (D), Robert Peters (D), Mike Simmons (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Theresa Mah (D), Jonathan Carroll (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Anna Moeller (D), Harry Benton (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Kam Buckner (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Joyce Mason (D), Margaret Croke (D), Jay Hoffman (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Lisa Hernandez (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Bob Morgan (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Carol Ammons (D), Sharon Chung (D), Fred Crespo (D), Natalie Manley (D), Camille Lilly (D), Marcus Evans (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Kimberly du Buclet (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 139
• Last Amended: 08/07/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0472
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IL bill #SB1344 • Last Action 08/04/2023
COVERAGE-ABORT/HORMONE/HIV
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several Illinois laws to: 1) Require individual and group health insurance policies to provide coverage for abortifacients (medications to terminate pregnancy), hormonal therapy medications, and HIV pre-exposure and post-exposure prophylaxis drugs without cost-sharing, including for off-label uses of these drugs. It sets conditions on this coverage, such as allowing insurers to cover at least one therapeutically equivalent version of an abortifacient drug. 2) Allow advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants from other states to obtain temporary permits to practice in Illinois, including without a collaborative agreement for advanced practice registered nurses, as long as certain conditions are met. 3) Allow pharmacists to provide initial assessment and dispensing of HIV pre-exposure and post-exposure prophylaxis drugs under a standing order. 4) Exempt certain confidential reports related to the Abortion Care Clinical Training Program from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that an individual or group policy of accident and health insurance amended, delivered, issued, or renewed in the State on or after (rather than only after) January 1, 2024 shall provide coverage for all abortifacients, hormonal therapy medication, human immunodeficiency virus pre-exposure prophylaxis, and post-exposure prophylaxis drugs approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration, and follow-up services related to that coverage. Provides that this coverage shall include drugs approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration that are prescribed or ordered for off-label use as abortifacients. Amends the Nurse Practice Act and the Physician Assistant Practice Act of 1987. In a provisions concerning temporary permits for specified health care professionals, provides that if the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation becomes aware of a violation occurring at a facility licensed by the Department of Public Health (rather than a licensed hospital, medical office, clinic, or other medical facility, or via telehealth service) the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shall notify the Department of Public Health. Amends the Pharmacy Practice Act. Provides that in accordance with a standing order by the Department of Public Health, a pharmacist may provide patients with prophylaxis drugs for human immunodeficiency virus pre-exposure prophylaxis or post-exposure prophylaxis. Amends the Abortion Care Clinical Training Program Act and the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that all program performance reports received by the Department of Public Health concerning the Abortion Care Clinical Training Program shall be treated as confidential and exempt from the Freedom of Information Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 26 : Celina Villanueva (D)*, Kelly Cassidy (D)*, Mattie Hunter (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Mike Simmons (D), Laura Murphy (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Margaret Croke (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Dan Didech (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Anna Moeller (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Dee Avelar (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Ann Williams (D), Marty Moylan (D), Carol Ammons (D), Jonathan Carroll (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 94
• Last Amended: 08/07/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0462
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IL bill #HB3592 • Last Action 07/28/2023
SCH CD-TEACHER DISMISSAL
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the School Code to change the procedures for the removal or dismissal of teachers in contractual continued service. The key provisions include: 1. Establishing a system for categorizing teachers into four groups based on their performance evaluation ratings, with teachers in the lower-performing groups being dismissed first in the event of a decision to decrease the number of teachers employed. 2. Requiring school districts to establish a joint committee with equal representation from the school board and teachers' union to address certain aspects of the dismissal process, such as the criteria for grouping teachers. 3. Providing detailed procedures for the dismissal of teachers, including the selection of a hearing officer, the conduct of the hearing, and the timeline for the hearing officer's decision and the school board's final decision. 4. Imposing requirements to protect student or minor witnesses from being intimidated or traumatized during the hearing process, such as allowing for testimony to be provided via telecommunication or in a non-public setting. 5. Establishing consequences for hearing officers who fail to render decisions or make required accommodations within the specified timelines. The overall goal of the bill is to establish a more structured and fair process for the dismissal of teachers in Illinois public schools.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Employment of Teachers and Chicago School District Articles of the School Code. In provisions concerning dismissal due to sexual abuse, changes the requirements of the provisions for any charges involving any witness who is or was at the time of the alleged conduct was a student or person under the age of 18 (instead of charges involving sexual abuse or severe physical abuse of a student or a person under the age of 18). Provides for accommodations (instead of alternative hearing procedures) for witnesses. Sets forth requirements for accommodations. Provides that the teacher may not directly, or through a representative, question a witness called by the school board who is or was a student or under 18 years of age at the time of the alleged conduct. Provides that the hearing officer must permit the teacher to submit all relevant questions and follow-up questions for such a witness to have the questions posed by the hearing officer (instead of each party must be permitted to ask a witness who is a student or who is under 18 years of age all relevant questions and follow-up questions). Provides that if any hearing officer fails to make an accommodation, the officer shall be removed from the master list of hearing officers.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Michelle Mussman (D)*, Adriane Johnson (D)*, Fred Crespo (D), Mike Simmons (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 08/01/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0354
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IL bill #HB0475 • Last Action 07/28/2023
LOCAL GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Counties Code to allow the Sangamon County Board to form, manage, fund, and operate a volunteer rescue squad to provide assistance within Sangamon County to any public entity providing law enforcement, firefighting, emergency disaster response, or first responder services. The volunteer rescue squad may locate missing persons, perform a supporting role in fighting fires, and extricate persons from unsafe conditions. The bill also amends the Community Mental Health Act to change provisions related to community mental health boards, such as requiring only one board member to be a member of the governing body and giving the board the responsibility to set, maintain, and implement the budget. Additionally, the bill clarifies that if a majority of votes are in favor of levying an annual tax, the governing body shall thereafter annually levy the tax.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill with the following changes: Amends the Counties Code. Provides that the Sangamon County Board may form, manage, fund, and operate a volunteer rescue squad to provide assistance within Sangamon County to any public entity providing law enforcement, firefighting, emergency disaster response, or first responder services. Provides that the volunteer rescue squad may (i) locate missing persons, including drowning victims, (ii) perform a supporting, and not direct, role in fighting fires, and (iii) extricate persons from unsafe conditions. Provides that the Sangamon County Board may provide benefits for rescue squad volunteers who suffer disease, injury, or death in the line of duty. In provisions concerning membership on a community mental health board, provides that only one board member shall be a member of the governmental unit's governing body, with the term of membership on the board to run concurrently with the elected term of the member. Provides that the community mental health board has the responsibility to set, maintain, and implement the budget. Provides that if a governing body of a governmental unit levies a tax for the purpose of providing mental health facilities and services in the community, then funds appropriated in the governmental unit’s annual appropriation bill to defray necessary expenses and liabilities in providing for community mental health facilities and services must be deemed necessary by the community mental health board.
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• Introduced: 12/05/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Dan Didech (D)*, Adriane Johnson (D)*, Sue Scherer (D), Wayne Rosenthal (R), Suzanne Ness (D), Mike Coffey (R), Doris Turner (D), Steve McClure (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 75
• Last Amended: 08/01/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0274
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IL bill #SB2218 • Last Action 07/28/2023
SCH CD-TEACHER DISMISSAL LIST
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Employment of Teachers Article of the School Code to require that a school board's sequence of honorable dismissal list include the race or ethnicity of a teacher if provided by the teacher. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Employment of Teachers Article of the School Code. Provides that a school board's sequence of honorable dismissal list shall include the race or ethnicity of a teacher if provided by the teacher. Effective January 1, 2024.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 14 : Willie Preston (D)*, Marcus Evans (D)*, Mattie Hunter (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Paul Faraci (D), Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D), Matt Hanson (D), Jay Hoffman (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Katie Stuart (D), Cyril Nichols (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 07/31/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0398
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IL bill #HB2447 • Last Action 07/28/2023
OPEN MEETINGS-SCHOOL EVENTS
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow school boards to hold closed meetings to consider evidence or testimony presented regarding the denial of admission to school events or property pursuant to the School Code. It also expands the reasons for which a public body member may attend a meeting by means other than physical presence, including unexpected childcare obligations. The bill provides specific requirements and procedures for public bodies to conduct meetings remotely during a declared public health disaster.
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Bill Summary: concerning State government.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Dee Avelar (D)*, Meg Loughran Cappel (D)*, Dan Didech (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 47
• Last Amended: 08/01/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0311
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CA bill #AB1754 • Last Action 07/27/2023
Maintenance of the codes.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a number of non-substantive changes to various provisions of California law to maintain the state's codes. The key provisions are: - It amends sections of the Business and Professions Code, Civil Code, Code of Civil Procedure, Corporations Code, Education Code, Elections Code, Evidence Code, Family Code, Government Code, Health and Safety Code, Labor Code, Penal Code, Probate Code, Public Contract Code, Public Resources Code, Public Utilities Code, Revenue and Taxation Code, Streets and Highways Code, Vehicle Code, and Welfare and Institutions Code. - The changes are intended to make technical, non-substantive revisions to the law, such as correcting cross-references, updating terminology, and making other minor edits to maintain the state's statutory codes. - The bill does not make any major policy changes, but rather is focused on improving the clarity, consistency, and accuracy of the law through these non-substantive revisions.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 2270, 2530.2, 2533.6, 2570.3, 2786, 10083.2, 10166.07, and 18975 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 47, 1749.8, 1749.8.1, 1788.18, 1798.99.31, 2924f, and 3273.50 of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 98, 377.34, 681.030, 683.110, 685.010 and 1002 of the Code of Civil Procedure, to amend Sections 1151 and 13401 of the Corporations Code, to amend Sections 8902, 17250.62, 20091, 41329, 41490, 41585, 42238.01, 42238.5, 45301, 47605, 47605.6, 48432.5, 51461, 51747, 52073.3, 52511, 53071, 53076.1 54692, 67102.5, 67329.51, 67385.7, 71093, 78212.5, 94146, 94150, and 94151 of the Education Code, to amend Sections 2194, 2196, 7300, 12303, 13312, and 21575 of the Elections Code, to amend Section 1227 of the Evidence Code, to amend Sections 7571, 7572, and 17552 of the Family Code, to amend Sections 6539.8, 6588.7, 7906, 7929.011, 8586.5, 8588.9, 8594.13, 8699, 9902, 11019.81, 11188, 12100.63, 12100.101, 12100.103, 12100.163, 14560, 14838.1, 16429.10, 19402, 20825.14, 21024, 26666.5, 51010, 53087.9, 54953, 54954.2, 61105, 65585, 65850.52, 65852.24, 65912.113, 65912.123, 65913.4, and 68645.2 of, and to amend and renumber Section 8654.2 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 1418.22, 1568.23, 1568.28, 1568.271, 1568.295, 1596.955, 1748, 11361.9, 18941.17, 25173.7, 25205.2, 25214.8.11.2, 25214.8.11.6, 25269.2, 25403.1, 25404, 25501, 38561.3, 39741.5, 44225, 44287, 50199.23, 50254, 50720.2, 53559, 105250.5, 105254, 127501.4, 127502.5, 127507.2, 128736, 150204.5, and 150204.6 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Sections 1156.35, 1410, 1471, 1472, 1771.4, 2671, 2783, 3073.1, 4610, 4903.6, and 6409.6 of, and to amend and renumber Section 5414.3 of, the Labor Code, to amend Sections 146e, 236.14, 236.15, 653.29, 679.12, 680, 832.7, 1001.81, 1170, 1170.02, 1172.1, 1172.2, 1203.425, 1385, 1465.9, 11105, 11163.5, 13680, and 13683 of the Penal Code, to amend Section 854 of the Probate Code, to amend Section 20146 of the Public Contract Code, to amend Sections 2207, 5580, 5581, 9084, 21080.58, 21168.6.9, 25545, 25545.1, 25545.3.5, 25545.5, 25793, 25794.1, 35160, 42041, 42051, 42051.1, 42053, 42057, 42060, 42060.5, 42061, 42064.01, 42081, 42420.1, 42420.3, 42422.1, 42422.5, 42425.1, 42463, 42465, 42476, 42479 of, and to amend and renumber Section 25454.7.2 of, the Public Resources Code, to amend Sections 5900 and 125222 of the Public Utilities Code, to amend Sections 214.15.1, 327, 6377, 10783.2, 12206, 17053.80, 19586, 23628, and 34019 of, and to amend and renumber Section 17131.12 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, to amend Section 894 of the Streets and Highways Code, to amend Sections 22, 5204, 12811, 23301.5, 40000.11, and 40225 of the Vehicle Code, to amend Sections 12687.5 and 80710 of the Water Code, and to amend Sections 726, 1732.9, 3200, 5275, 5346, 6609.1, 8257, 10850, 11454.5, 11495.15, 14197.45, 16501.1, and 18929 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to maintenance of the codes.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Judiciary
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 07/27/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 131, Statutes of 2023.
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IL bill #HB2831 • Last Action 07/26/2023
TASK FORCE ON HOMELESSNESS
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office to Prevent and End Homelessness within the Department of Human Services to facilitate the implementation of a strategic plan and initiatives aimed at decreasing homelessness and unnecessary institutionalization in Illinois, improving health and human services outcomes for people who experience homelessness, and strengthening the safety nets that contribute to housing stability. The bill also creates the Interagency Task Force on Homelessness, which is responsible for implementing the state's plan to address homelessness, recommending policy and resource changes, and serving as an advocate for people experiencing homelessness. Additionally, the bill establishes the Community Advisory Council on Homelessness to make recommendations to the Task Force on homelessness-related issues.
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Bill Summary: concerning State government.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 32 : Lindsey LaPointe (D)*, Adriane Johnson (D)*, Carol Ammons (D), Dee Avelar (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Jaime Andrade (D), Margaret Croke (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Joyce Mason (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Rob Martwick (D), Karina Villa (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Christopher Belt (D), Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D), Doris Turner (D), Meg Loughran Cappel (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Robert Peters (D), Mike Halpin (D), Dave Koehler (D), Elgie Sims (D), Paul Faraci (D), Cristina Castro (D), Steve Stadelman (D), Laura Murphy (D), Napoleon Harris (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 66
• Last Amended: 07/28/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0269
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ME bill #LD1917 • Last Action 07/25/2023
RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Implement Ranked-choice Voting for Governor, State Senator and State Representative
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to amend the Constitution of Maine to implement ranked-choice voting for the general elections of the political offices of Governor, State Senator, and State Representative. The key provisions include: 1) Requiring voters to rank candidates in order of preference, with the votes tabulated in rounds until a candidate receives a majority; 2) Changing the language around lists of votes, vote tallies, and determination of winners to reflect the ranked-choice voting process; and 3) Providing for a constitutional referendum to be held in the November following the passage of the resolution, where voters will decide whether to ratify the proposed amendment.
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Bill Summary: This resolution proposes to amend the Constitution of Maine to apply ranked-choice voting to general elections for the political offices of Governor, State Senator and State Representative.
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• Introduced: 05/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 131st Legislature
• Sponsors: 6 : Cameron Reny (D)*, Lydia Crafts (D), Nicole Grohoski (D), Craig Hickman (D), Morgan Rielly (D), Charles Skold (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 05/08/2023
• Last Action: Final Passage Failed, Jul 25, 2023
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DC bill #B25-0320 • Last Action 07/21/2023
Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Support Emergency Act of 2023
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Provides emergency amendments to various District laws to support the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, including increasing funding for the Office of the Attorney General, providing flexibility in Advisory Neighborhood Commission support, expanding school and park facility maintenance services through 311, enhancing school security and transparency, increasing the compensation of the District Auditor, adjusting securities and banking regulatory fees, clarifying District of Columbia Housing Authority procurement procedures, amending the Home Purchase Assistance Program, expanding the Great Streets program, providing tax abatements for affordable housing in high-need areas, authorizing new grant programs for the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development, addressing housing in downtown areas, modernizing the creative arts and open space programs, adjusting the Office of Public-Private Partnerships funding, increasing the tourism recovery tax, enhancing the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment, providing financial responsibility for the Emergency Housing Assistance Program, requiring reporting and notice for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, enhancing Housing Authority accountability and financial reporting, providing targeted historic preservation assistance, adjusting the Commission on the Arts and Humanities capital grant program, extending the Historic Preservation of District Properties Act, supporting public housing stability, amending the Housing Production Trust Fund, expanding fire and emergency medical services employee presumptive disability eligibility, addressing school resource officers, authorizing new public safety grants, adjusting the reporting structure for the Forensic Sciences and Public Health Laboratory, increasing funding for public schools and public charter schools, establishing a centralized education to employment data system, adjusting the Universal Paid Leave Implementation Fund, enhancing child care subsidies for children with disabilities, increasing State Board of Education compensation, supporting library collections, increasing public charter school teacher compensation, expanding access to recreational facilities, authorizing new Department of Parks and Recreation grants, providing funding support for the University of the District of Columbia, supporting healthy food curriculum in public schools, authorizing funding for the St. Coletta Special Education Public Charter School, expanding the Out of School Time Office grant authority, increasing early childhood educator pay equity, repealing certain Office of the State Superintendent of Education special funds, requiring a DCPS educator exit survey report, authorizing workforce development participant food purchases, establishing a DCPS flexible schedule pilot, coordinating school safety, and conserving DCPS appropriations. The bill also makes various finance and revenue adjustments, including repealing certain "Rule 736" provisions, adjusting the use of excess Ballpark Fund revenue, making various dedicated revenue adjustments, increasing Fiscal Stabilization Reserve funding, transferring certain designated fund balances, providing a new tax abatement for the new Howard University Hospital, adjusting the alcoholic beverage and cannabis administration dedicated tax, authorizing new Events DC grant programs, and repealing or modifying various "subject to appropriation" provisions in recently enacted laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To enact and amend, on an emergency basis, provisions of law necessary to support the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE I. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION AND SUPPORT SUBTITLE A. OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL FUNDS SUBTITLE B. ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION SUPPORT FLEXIBILITY SUBTITLE C. SCHOOL AND PARK 311 EXPANSION CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE D. SCHOOL SECURITY AND TRANSPARENCY SUBTITLE E. AUDITOR COMPENSATION TITLE II. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATION SUBTITLE A. SECURITIES AND BANKING REGULATORY TRUST FUND SUBTITLE B. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING AUTHORITY PROCUREMENT CLARIFICATION SUBTITLE C. HOME PURCHASE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AMENDMENT SUBTITLE D. GREAT STREETS AMENDMENT ACT OF 2023 SUBTITLE E. TAX ABATEMENTS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN HIGH- NEED AREAS SUBTITLE F. DMPED GRANT PROGRAMS SUBTITLE G. DOWNTOWN HOUSING SUBTITLE H. CREATIVE AND OPEN SPACE MODERNIZATION SUBTITLE I. OFFICE OF PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS FUND AND BUDGET SUBTITLE J. TOURISM RECOVERY TAX SUBTITLE K. OFFICE OF CABLE TELEVISION, FILM, MUSIC, AND ENTERTAINMENT SUBTITLE L. EMERGENCY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY SUBTITLE M. EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE FUNDS REPORTING AND NOTICE REQUIREMENTS SUBTITLE N. HOUSING AUTHORITY ACCOUNTABILITY SUBTITLE O. HOUSING AUTHORITY FINANCIAL REPORTING SUBTITLE P. TARGETED HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSISTANCE SUBTITLE Q. COMMISSION ON THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES LARGE CAPITAL PROJECTS SUBTITLE R. HISTORIC PRESERVATION OF DISTRICT PROPERTIES SUBTITLE S. PUBLIC HOUSING STABILITY SUBTITLE T. HOUSING PRODUCTION TRUST FUND TITLE III. PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE SUBTITLE A. FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES EMPLOYEE PRESUMPTIVE DISABILITY ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION SUBTITLE B. SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS SUBTITLE C. PUBLIC SAFETY GRANTS SUBTITLE D. FORENSIC SCIENCES AND PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORY REPORTING STRUCTURE TITLE IV. PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEMS SUBTITLE A. UNIFORM PER STUDENT FUNDING FORMULA SUBTITLE B. EDUCATION TO EMPLOYMENT DATA SYSTEM SUBTITLE C. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE IMPLEMENTATION FUND SUBTITLE D. CHILD CARE SUBSIDIES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES40 SUBTITLE E. STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION COMPENSATION SUBTITLE F. LIBRARY COLLECTIONS ACCOUNT SUBTITLE G. PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL TEACHER COMPENSATION SUBTITLE H. WARD 4 LIBRARIES SUBTITLE I. COMMUNITY ACCESS TO RECREATIONAL SPACE PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE J. DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION GRANTS SUBTITLE K. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA FUNDING SUBTITLE L. PUBLIC SCHOOL HEALTHY FOOD CURRICULUM GRANTS SUBTITLE M. SPECIAL NEEDS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FUNDING SUBTITLE N. OUT OF SCHOOL TIME OFFICE GRANT AUTHORITY SUBTITLE O. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR PAY EQUITY INCREASES SUBTITLE P. REPEAL OF OSSE SPECIAL FUNDS SUBTITLE Q. DCPS EDUCATOR EXIT SURVEY REPORT SUBTITLE R. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PARTICIPANT FOOD PURCHASE AUTHORIZATION SUBTITLE S. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE T. SCHOOL SAFETY COORDINATION SUBTITLE U. CONSERVATION OF APPROPRIATIONS TO DCPS TITLE V. HUMAN SUPPORT SERVICES SUBTITLE A. WARDS 2 AND 3 SENIOR WELLNESS CENTERS SUBTITLE B. MEDICAID PROVIDER REIMBURSEMENT SUBTITLE C. GRANDPARENT AND CAREGIVER SUBSIDY ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION SUBTITLE D. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CARE FINANCE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS SUBTITLE E. FIRST-TIME MOTHERS HOME VISITING PROGRAM SUBTITLE F. SCHOOL-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH STUDENT PEER EDUCATOR PILOT SUBTITLE G. DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TARGETED OUTREACH GRANTS SUBTITLE H. DC HEALTH GRANT SUBTITLE I. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES GRANT SUBTITLE J. NOT-FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL CORPORATION AND FISCAL MANAGEMENT BOARD EXENSION SUBTITLE K. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CARE FINANCE GRANTS TITLE VI. OPERATIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUBTITLE A. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE AND CANNABIS BOARD MEMBER COMPENSATION SUBTITLE B. DC WATER FACILITY WORK FUND SUBTITLE C. PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION COMPENSATION SUBTITLE D. MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION FEE SUBTITLE E. CONGESTION PRICING STUDY UPDATE SUBTITLE F. SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRUST FUND RIGHTSIZING SUBTITLE G. CLEAN CURBS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE H. DIGITAL DISPATCH SUBTITLE I. K STREET TRANSITWAY FUNDING SUBTITLE J. FOUNDRY BRANCH TROLLEY TRESTLE SUBTITLE K. PUBLIC RESTROOMS PILOT PROGRAM SUBTITLE L. GREATER U STREET PERFORMANCE PARKING ZONE SUBTITLE M. SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL ACTION PLAN CLARIFICATION .. 83 SUBTITLE N. MARION BARRY AVENUE REVITALIZATION AND BEAUTIFICATION SUBTITLE O. VESSEL TITLING FEES AND TAXES TITLE VII. FINANCE AND REVENUE SUBTITLE A. RULE 736 REPEALS SUBTITLE B. BALLPARK FUND EXCESS REVENUE SUBTITLE C. DEDICATED REVENUE ADJUSTMENTS SUBTITLE D. FISCAL STABILIZATION RESERVE SUBTITLE E. DESIGNATED FUND TRANSFERS SUBTITLE F. NEW HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAX ABATEMENT SUBTITLE G. DEDICATED TAX ADJUSTMENT SUBTITLE H. EVENTS DC SUBTITLE I. SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION PROVISIONS SUBTITLE J. REVISED REVENUE TITLE VIII. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TITLE IX. APPLICABILITY; FISCAL IMPACT; EFFECTIVE DATE
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• Introduced: 06/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 06/13/2023
• Last Action: Act A25-0172 Published in DC Register Vol 70 and Page 009933, Expires on Oct 12, 2023
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DC bill #B25-0331 • Last Action 07/21/2023
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Emergency Amendment Act of 2023
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act of 2010 to provide that a meeting shall be deemed open to the public if the public body takes reasonable steps to allow the public to view or hear the meeting while it is taking place, or if that is not technologically feasible, as soon as reasonably practicable afterwards. This change applies to the requirement that meetings be open to the public and the notice requirement for such meetings. The bill has an emergency effective date and will remain in effect for no longer than 90 days.
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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 of 2010 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: 06/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 06/20/2023
• Last Action: Act A25-0170 Published in DC Register Vol 70 and Page 009916, Expires on Oct 10, 2023
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MI bill #HB4893 • Last Action 07/19/2023
Human services: medical services; MIcare act; create. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the MIcare Act, which establishes a universal and unified health care system in Michigan. The key provisions are: - It creates the MIcare Board, an autonomous entity in the Department of Health and Human Services, to oversee the development and implementation of health care payment and delivery system reforms to control costs and maintain quality. - It requires the MIcare system to provide comprehensive, affordable, and high-quality health care coverage for all Michigan residents, regardless of income, assets, or health status, with no premiums or cost-sharing requirements. - It requires the MIcare benefit package to include a wide range of essential health services, including primary care, preventive care, mental health services, prescription drugs, and long-term care. - It directs the Department of Health and Human Services to administer MIcare and prohibits the department from contracting with private entities for certain administrative functions. - It establishes the MIcare Fund as the single source to finance the health care coverage, funded through transfers, federal funds, grants, taxes, and other revenue sources. The bill aims to create a simplified, publicly administered universal health care system 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: 07/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 23 : Carrie Rheingans (D)*, Dylan Wegela (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Natalie Price (D), Jason Morgan (D), Stephanie Young (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Regina Weiss (D), Kara Hope (D), Lori Stone (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Mike McFall (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 07/18/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 07/18/2023
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MI bill #HB4892 • Last Action 07/19/2023
Civil rights: open meetings; procedures for electronic meetings of public bodies; modify. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to modify the procedures for electronic meetings of public bodies in Michigan. The key provisions include: 1. Allowing electronic meetings under certain circumstances, such as before March 31, 2021 (retroactive to March 18, 2020), and for public bodies that are agricultural commodity groups or joint agencies formed under the Michigan Energy Employment Act of 1976. 2. Requiring electronic meetings to allow for two-way communication so that members of the public can hear and be heard by the public body. 3. Allowing members of the public participating electronically to be considered present and in attendance for all purposes. 4. Requiring public notice and agenda posting for electronic meetings, and allowing public participation without prior registration or identification. 5. Excluding the general public from participating in closed sessions during electronic meetings. 6. Requiring physical presence for members who are not absent due to military duty or a medical condition, except for certain public bodies.
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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 2021 PA 54.
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• Introduced: 07/18/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 11 : Joey Andrews (D)*, Pat Outman (R), Kelly Breen (D), Rachel Hood (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Greg Alexander (R), Natalie Price (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Nate Shannon (D), Denise Mentzer (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 07/18/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 07/18/2023
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MI bill #SB0073 • Last Action 07/18/2023
Civil rights: public records; identity of parties proceeding anonymously in civil actions alleging sexual misconduct; exempt from disclosure under freedom of information act. Amends sec. 13 of 1976 PA 442 (MCL 15.243).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to exempt from disclosure the identity of a party who proceeds anonymously in a civil action alleging sexual misconduct. Specifically, the bill allows the party or their designee to provide written notification to a law enforcement agency to keep the party's identity confidential in any investigating records. The bill also provides context for the term "sexual misconduct" by referencing specific sections of the Michigan Penal Code. This amendment aims to protect the privacy and anonymity of individuals who bring civil actions related to alleged sexual misconduct.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled ?An act to provide for public access to certain public records of public bodies; to permit certain fees; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public officers and public bodies; to provide remedies and penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,? by amending section 13 (MCL 15.243), as amended by 2021 PA 33.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Sue Shink (D)*, Erika Geiss (D), Stephanie Chang (D), Dan Lauwers (R), Joe Bellino (R), Rosemary Bayer (D), Paul Wojno (D), Sean McCann (D), Mary Cavanagh (D), Dayna Polehanki (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 07/13/2023
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 0064'23 With Immediate Effect
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NH bill #HB530 • Last Action 07/12/2023
Relative to withdrawal from a cooperative school district.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies the process for the vote on withdrawal from a cooperative school district. If a majority of voters in the withdrawing preexisting district vote against withdrawal, the withdrawal process is terminated. If a majority of voters in the withdrawing preexisting district and the entire cooperative district vote in favor of withdrawal, the clerk of the cooperative school district will send the necessary documentation to the state board of education, which will issue a certificate of withdrawal. Alternatively, if a 3/5 supermajority of voters in the withdrawing preexisting district vote in favor of withdrawal, the withdrawal can proceed unless a 3/5 supermajority in the entire cooperative district vote against it.
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Bill Summary: This bill clarifies the process for the vote on withdrawal from a cooperative school district.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Glen Cordelli (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/22/2023
• Last Action: Signed by Governor Sununu 06/30/2023; Chapter 136; Eff: 7/30/2023 House Journal 17
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CA bill #AB127 • Last Action 07/10/2023
State government.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a number of changes to state government, including: 1) Amending the California Children's Data Protection Working Group to be within the Office of the Attorney General, changing the report delivery timeline, and reducing the number of members. 2) Revising the definition of "state subventions" to include additional state funding programs, and requiring the Department of Finance to calculate the individual subvention amounts and provide this information to local agencies annually. 3) Modifying the Commission on the State of Hate, including authorizing per diem payments for appointed members and adjusting the reporting requirements. 4) Placing the California Youth Empowerment Commission within the Office of Planning and Research, adjusting the reporting timeline, and removing the requirement to hire deputy directors. 5) Establishing a Racial Equity Commission within the Office of Planning and Research to develop resources, best practices, and tools for advancing racial equity. 6) Authorizing the Department of Finance to transfer unencumbered balances from the California Emergency Relief Fund to the General Fund. 7) Requiring the Arts Council to establish a California Creative Economy Workgroup to develop a strategic plan for the state's creative economy. 8) Making various changes to the Department of Technology's information security and broadband programs, including creating a State Middle-Mile Broadband Enterprise Fund. 9) Extending several small business and nonprofit grant programs administered by the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development. 10) Expanding the California Small Agricultural Business Drought and Flood Relief Grant Program. 11) Making various other changes related to state government operations, finances, and programs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 1798.99.32 of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 7903, 8010, 8263, 8270, 8272, 8274, 8275, 8276, 11011, 11011.2, 11549.3, 11549.57, 11549.58, 11788.1, 11860, 12098.10, 12100.83.6, 12100.85, 12100.91, 12100.95, 12100.975, 12100.985, 12100.100, 12100.101, 12100.103, 12100.105, 12100.151, 12526, 14634, 14670, 15679, 16427, and 16428 of, to amend the heading of Article 9.5 (commencing with Section 12100.100) of Chapter 1.6 of Part 2 of Division 3 of Title 2 of, to amend and renumber Section 8654.2 of, to add Section 11549.59 to, to add and repeal Sections 12100.83.5 and 14669.23 of, and to add and repeal Chapter 4.6 (commencing with Section 8303) and Chapter 9.4 (commencing with Section 8759) of Division 1 of Title 2 of, the Government Code, to amend Section 412.5 of, and to add Section 431.5 to, the Military and Veterans Code, to amend Section 75250.1 of, to add Section 21080.12 to, and to add and repeal Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 5875) of Division 5 of, the Public Resources Code, and to amend Section 281 of the Public Utilities Code, relating to state government, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Budget, Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 07/10/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 45, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #AB129 • Last Action 07/10/2023
Housing.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to housing and homelessness policies in California: 1. It removes the California Housing Finance Agency from within the Department of Housing and Community Development and continues its existence in the Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency. It also makes technical and conforming changes. 2. It expands the definition of "rural area" for the low-income housing tax credit program to include additional areas eligible for financing under federal USDA multi-family housing programs. 3. It requires the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to publish the list of state programs that must award additional points or preferences to "prohousing" jurisdictions, rather than the Department of Finance. It also requires HCD to publish the list of programs where eligibility is contingent on having a compliant housing element. 4. It provides that certain land subject to a "sectional planning area" is exempt from surplus land disposal requirements if specified conditions are met, including that at least 25% of the units be affordable. It requires local agencies to notify HCD before declaring such land as "exempt surplus land." 5. It establishes a new "round 5" of the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) program, which aims to create and implement regionally coordinated plans to address homelessness. This round provides $1 billion in 2023-24 and additional funds in future years. It requires regions to develop coordinated action plans and meet certain requirements to receive funding. 6. It authorizes the Interagency Council on Homelessness to share Homeless Data Integration System data with other state agencies that are council members. 7. It makes changes to the Employee Housing Act, including authorizing HCD to adjust fees as needed and establishing the Employee Housing Regulation Fund. 8. It makes various other changes related to housing development, the Infill Infrastructure Grant Program, and the use of state-owned surplus land for affordable housing. In summary, this bill proposes a wide range of housing and homelessness policy changes, including new regional coordination requirements, expansions of rural and prohousing definitions, and administrative and funding adjustments across multiple state programs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 12804, 14684.3, 65589.9, 65589.11, 65852.24, 65912.114, and 65912.124 of, and to amend, repeal, and add Section 54221 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 17036, 50199.21, 50216, 50218.6, 50218.7, 50220.8, 50704.83, 50900, and 53559 of, to add Section 17008.7 to, and to add Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 50230) to Part 1 of Division 31 of, the Health and Safety Code, to add Section 17131.13 to the Revenue and Taxation Code, and to amend Section 8257 of, and to add Section 8257.01 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to housing, and making an appropriation thereof, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Budget, Phil Ting (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 07/10/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 40, Statutes of 2023.
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CA bill #SB114 • Last Action 07/10/2023
Education finance: education omnibus budget trailer bill.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous changes and additions to California's education system, including: 1. Revising the alternative education grant component of the local control funding formula, including increasing the base grant, revising the calculation of average daily attendance, and adding add-ons for county offices of education operating juvenile court schools and county community schools. 2. Establishing a Student Support and Enrichment Block Grant, providing $3,000 per unit of average daily attendance to county offices of education for specified student support and enrichment purposes. 3. Increasing add-on funding for county offices of education based on the number and size of school districts they serve and the need for differentiated assistance. 4. Increasing funding for the Los Angeles County Office of Education for statewide professional development and leadership training related to antibias education and inclusive schools. 5. Delaying the reporting deadline for recommendations on best practices for increasing access to universal preschool. 6. Authorizing the department to allocate or prorate unexpended funds from the California Prekindergarten Planning and Implementation Grant Program for costs associated with early childhood educator training and development. 7. Requiring local educational agencies contracting with third parties to operate before and after school programs to notify the local educational agency of health or safety issues and request pupil health information from parents/guardians. 8. Revising and recasting provisions related to the state's intercept of local educational agency funds, including allowing participation in a local intercept. 9. Extending the encumbrance/expenditure period for various school facilities program appropriations. 10. Reducing the appropriation for the Learning Recovery Emergency Fund by $1.59 billion and adjusting the reporting timeline. 11. Establishing procedures for the uniform complaint process to address teacher misassignments of English learners. 12. Deleting certain requirements from the Controller's audit guide related to unspent funds for specified school facilities programs. 13. Exempting school districts with districtwide charter petitions from the transportation funding and planning requirements. 14. Annually appropriating $300 million for the Local Control Funding Formula Equity Multiplier apportionment to be allocated to eligible local educational agencies. 15. Revising various provisions related to the recoupment of wage overpayments by school employers. 16. Expanding the Commission on Teacher Credentialing's authority to promulgate regulations related to educator misassignments and requiring various data reporting and publishing requirements. 17. Revising the Teacher Credentials Fund and Test Development and Administration Account to require all assessment fees to be deposited in the Teacher Credentials Fund. 18. Requiring the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to issue comparable credentials to eligible military service members and spouses, and exempting certain preliminary credential candidates from the teaching performance assessment requirement. 19. Increasing the grant amounts and service commitments for the Teacher Residency Grant Program. 20. Revising various provisions related to the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program, including licensing requirements, data reporting, and expenditure/encumbrance timelines. 21. Providing average daily attendance credit to school districts and charter schools impacted by the 2018 and 2020 state of emergency declarations. 22. Authorizing school districts and charter schools to enroll early admission transitional kindergarten students, subject to certain requirements. 23. Prohibiting the state board from waiving certain kindergarten and transitional kindergarten admission laws. 24. Revising various charter school provisions, including extending charter terms, prohibiting new nonclassroom-based charters, and making changes related to divided charter schools. 25. Requiring county offices of education and county probation departments to have a memorandum of understanding addressing the educational needs of youth in juvenile court schools, including timely intake evaluations and transition planning. 26. Requiring the department to annually report on outcomes for pupils in juvenile court schools and county community schools, and contracting for an independent evaluation of those schools. 27. Appropriating $3.5 million annually to county offices of education for purchasing and maintaining emergency opioid antagonists for schools. 28. Revising the school meal reimbursement requirements to provide state reimbursement for reduced-price and paid meals. 29. Revising the alternative diploma pathway requirements for individuals with exceptional needs. 30. Requiring the Student Aid Commission to provide certain data to the California College Guidance Initiative. 31. Revising the local control and accountability plan template and instructions, including requirements related to addressing low performance, the Local Control Funding Formula Equity Multiplier, and publishing the plan. 32. Requiring the county superintendent of schools to present the local control funding formula budget overview for parents at a regularly scheduled meeting. 33. Expanding the numerically significant pupil subgroups for the state's multiple measures accountability system to include long-term English learners. 34. Adjusting the timelines for public reporting of California School Dashboard data. 35. Requiring the superintendent and county superintendent to prominently post approved local control and accountability plans. 36. Applying the existing county superintendent of schools' summary of support for local control and accountability plan implementation to single-district counties. 37. Revising the criteria and process for the Superintendent's identification of school districts and county offices of education for technical assistance and intervention. 38. Establishing the Equity Leads program within the statewide system of support. 39. Revising the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence's authority and requirements related to providing advice and assistance. 40. Expanding the Community Engagement Initiative and appropriating $100 million for that purpose. 41. Appropriating $20 million over 5 years for the Bilingual Teacher Professional Development Program. 42. Establishing requirements for screening pupils in grades K-2 for risk of reading difficulties, including dyslexia. 43. Revising various special education local plan area funding and allocation provisions. 44. Prohibiting the use of interim assessments for high-stakes purposes. 45. Authorizing the California College Guidance Initiative to provide services to all local educational agencies and specifying data sharing requirements. 46. Expanding the Golden State Teacher Grant Program to include California preschool programs. 47. Appropriating various amounts for school facilities programs, kitchen infrastructure, open educational resources, literacy coaches and reading specialists, and other purposes. The bill also includes various other changes, technical provisions, appropriations, and statement of legislative intent.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1240, 2574, 2575.2, 2576, 8202.6, 8281.5, 8483.4, 8901, 8902, 14002, 14041.5, 17199.4, 17199.5, 17375, 32526, 33050, 35186, 39800.1, 41024, 41203.1, 41544, 41850.1, 42238.02, 42238.025, 42238.03, 44042.5, 44235.1, 44235.2, 44258.9, 44415.5, 44415.6, 44417.5, 45500, 46120, 46392, 46393, 47605, 47606.5, 47607.4, 47612.7, 47654, 47655, 48000, 48000.1, 48310, 48646, 49421.5, 49501.5, 51225.31, 51225.7, 52052, 52062, 52064, 52064.1, 52064.5, 52065, 52066, 52068, 52070, 52070.5, 52071, 52071.5, 52073.3, 52074, 52201, 52202, 56195.1, 56836.148, 60642.7, 60900, 60900.5, and 69617 of, to add Sections 2575.5, 42238.024, 44235.12, 44343.4, 48000.15, 48648, 48649, 48650, 49414.8, 52072.1, 52072.6, 52073.5, and 69617.5 to, to add Chapter 15.5 (commencing with Section 53008) to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of, and to repeal and add Sections 52072 and 52072.5 of, the Education Code, to amend Section 1596.792 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Sections 858 and 889.2 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, to amend Section 55 of Chapter 13 of the Statutes of 2015, to amend Section 144 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021, and to amend Sections 121, 123, 124, 129, 132, 133, 134, 136, and 137 of Chapter 52 of the Statutes of 2022, relating to education finance, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Budget and Fiscal Review
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 07/10/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 48, Statutes of 2023.
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IL bill #HB2289 • Last Action 06/30/2023
FIRST 2023 GENERAL REVISORY
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the First 2023 General Revisory Act, is not intended to make any substantive changes to the law. Instead, it is intended to reconcile conflicts that have arisen from multiple amendments and enactments, and to make technical corrections and revisions to the law. The bill revises and renumbers certain sections that have been added or amended by more than one public act. In some cases where a repealed act or section has been replaced with a successor law, the bill incorporates amendments to the repealed act or section into the successor law. The bill also corrects errors, revises cross-references, and deletes obsolete text. Public Acts 102-692 through 102-1118 were considered in preparing the combining revisories included in this bill.
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Bill Summary: to revise the law by combining multiple enactments and making technical corrections.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Robyn Gabel (D)*, Bill Cunningham (D)*, Ryan Spain (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 07/04/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0154
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DC bill #PR25-0273 • Last Action 06/30/2023
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2023
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: June 20, 2023 To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to amend the Open Meetings Act of 2010 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: 06/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 06/20/2023
• Last Action: Resolution R25-0183, Effective from Jun 20, 2023 Published in DC Register Page 009099
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DE bill #HB195 • Last Action 06/30/2023
An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill is the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations Act. The key provisions are: This bill makes appropriations for the expenses of the state government for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. It specifies certain procedures, conditions, and limitations for the expenditure of these funds and amends certain pertinent statutory provisions. The bill provides a total of $5,606,716.7 in appropriations, including $3,344,645.4 in General Funds, $827,047.1 in Appropriated Special Funds, and $392,356.8 in Trust Funds. Key elements include: - A 3.0% salary increase for most state employees, with higher increases for some positions. - Funding for a new Substitute Teacher Block Grant program to employ full-time substitute teachers in high-need schools. - Increased funding for Opportunity Funding to support services for low-income and English learner students. - Funding to expand school-based health centers and student mental health services. - Increased funding for public school transportation, including phased-in increases for bus driver wages and administrative costs. - Funding to establish an Adult Basic Education Task Force to study ways to increase ABE funding and alignment with workforce needs. - Funding for the Redding Consortium and Wilmington Learning Collaborative initiatives to support educational equity in Wilmington. Overall, the bill aims to provide funding to support key state services and initiatives, while also making targeted investments in education, public health, and other priority areas.
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Bill Summary: This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations Act.
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• Introduced: 06/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 152nd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Bill Carson (D)*, Trey Paradee (D), Stephanie Bolden (D), Krista Griffith (D), Kim Williams (D), Ruth Briggs King (R), Kevin Hensley (R), Dave Lawson (R), Darius Brown (D), Stephanie Hansen (D), Laura Sturgeon (D), Eric Buckson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 06/20/2023
• Last Action: Signed by Governor
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IL bill #HB3722 • Last Action 06/30/2023
RESIDENTIAL SOUND INSULATION
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Municipal Code to require municipalities that have implemented a Residential Sound Insulation Program to mitigate aircraft noise to perform indoor air quality monitoring and laboratory analysis of windows and doors installed under the program. The bill also requires the municipality to develop a science-based mitigation plan to address any significant health-related impacts, and to replace any windows and doors found to have caused offensive odors, subject to available funding. The bill establishes an advisory committee to provide recommendations on which homes are eligible for window and door replacement, and requires the municipality to consider the committee's recommendations. The bill also prohibits home rule units from regulating indoor air quality monitoring, laboratory analysis, and related mitigation plans in a manner inconsistent with the provisions of the bill.
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Bill Summary: concerning local government.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar (D)*, Mike Porfirio (D)*, Brad Stephens (R), Rachel Ventura (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 07/04/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0200
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IL bill #HB3071 • Last Action 06/30/2023
EDUC/SCH CD-VARIOUS
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Amends the Data Governance and Organization to Support Equity and Racial Justice Act to require the Board of Education and the Department of Education to report statistical data on the racial, ethnic, age, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and primary or preferred language demographics of program participants, except that the Board is not required to collect and report personally identifiable information on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity unless required for federal reporting. The Board is required to make available reports on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity demographics through anonymous surveys or other methods. - Amends various sections of the School Code related to school accountability, recognition, rewards, and designation of "Targeted", "Comprehensive", and "Intensive" schools. It requires the State Board of Education to establish goals and benchmarks to reduce and eventually eliminate the use of isolated time out, time out, and physical restraint, and requires schools to develop plans to achieve those goals. - Changes the definition of "school district" in the School Safety Drill Act to include public school districts, special education cooperatives, and charter schools authorized by the State Board of Education. - Amends the Educational Opportunity for Military Children Act to change the composition of the State Council to include the State Superintendent of Education or designee and other appointed members. The summary covers the key provisions of the bill in plain language, explains important terms, and provides relevant context where appropriate.
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Bill Summary: concerning education.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Fred Crespo (D)*, Christopher Belt (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 07/04/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0175
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CA bill #SB102 • Last Action 06/29/2023
Budget Act of 2023.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one paragraph summary of the key provisions of this bill, using plain language and providing context where appropriate: This bill amends the Budget Act of 2023 to make various changes to state agency appropriations and programs. Key provisions include: increasing funding for the Judicial Branch to support legal representation in capital cases and provide additional resources for the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Act; providing funding for the Department of Housing and Community Development to offer flexible aid to local jurisdictions to address homelessness; allocating funds to the Department of Conservation to support oil well abandonment and remediation; and appropriating monies to the Department of Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission to support building decarbonization, long-duration energy storage, and food production initiatives. The bill also adjusts appropriations for various other state agencies and programs, including education, social services, public safety, and natural resources.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend the Budget Act of 2023 by amending Items 0250-001-0001, 0250-003-0001, 0250-003-3037, 0250-014-3066, 0250-101-0001, 0250-101-0932, 0250-103-0001, 0250-111-0001, 0250-301-0660, 0509-001-0001, 0509-101-0001, 0509-102-0001, 0509-495, 0511-002-0001, 0521-101-0046, 0521-101-3228, 0521-131-0001, 0530-001-0001, 0530-495, 0540-001-0001, 0540-001-6088, 0540-101-0001, 0540-102-0001, 0540-491, 0540-495, 0559-001-0001, 0650-001-0001, 0650-101-0001, 0650-495, 0690-001-0001, 0690-001-0890, 0690-006-0001, 0690-101-0001, 0820-001-0001, 0820-001-0460, 0820-011-0920, 0840-001-0001, 0840-001-9740, 1115-001-3288, 1700-001-0001, 2100-011-0001, 2240-103-0001, 2240-123-0001, 2240-125-0001, 2720-003-0044, 2740-492, 2740-493, 2740-495, 2740-496, 3100-001-0001, 3360-001-0465, 3360-001-3228, 3360-002-0001, 3360-007-0001, 3360-101-3228, 3360-102-0001, 3360-495, 3480-001-0001, 3480-495, 3540-001-0001, 3540-301-0001, 3540-491, 3600-001-0001, 3600-001-6088, 3600-491, 3640-101-0001, 3640-103-0001, 3640-495, 3720-001-0001, 3760-101-0001, 3790-001-0001, 3790-001-0516, 3790-101-0001, 3790-101-0516, 3790-301-3312, 3830-101-0001, 3835-101-0001, 3850-101-0001, 3860-001-0001, 3860-101-0001, 3860-491, 3860-495, 3875-101-0001, 3900-101-0001, 3900-101-3228, 3940-001-0001, 3940-102-0001, 3940-106-0001, 3940-495, 3970-012-0133, 4140-001-3397, 4140-101-0001, 4140-101-3085, 4140-101-3397, 4150-001-0933, 4170-001-0001, 4170-101-0001, 4260-001-0001, 4260-001-0890, 4260-001-3085, 4260-001-3113, 4260-101-0001, 4260-101-0890, 4260-101-3085, 4260-101-3431, 4260-116-0001, 4260-116-3397, 4260-119-0001, 4265-001-0001, 4265-111-0001, 4265-490, 4300-001-0001, 4300-101-0001, 4440-011-0001, 4560-001-3085, 4560-101-3085, 4700-001-0001, 4700-101-0001, 4700-495, 4800-101-3381, 5160-001-0001, 5160-001-0890, 5180-001-0001, 5180-001-0890, 5180-101-0001, 5180-101-0890, 5180-111-0001, 5180-141-0001, 5180-141-0890, 5180-151-0001, 5225-001-0001, 5225-001-0917, 5225-002-0001, 5225-003-0001, 5225-004-0001, 5225-017-0001, 5225-019-0001, 5225-024-0001, 5225-301-0001, 5227-103-0001, 5227-116-0001, 5227-117-0001, 5227-118-0001, 5227-491, 5227-494, 6100-001-0001, 6100-001-0890, 6100-006-0001, 6100-103-0890, 6100-149-0001, 6100-161-0890, 6100-168-0001, 6100-194-0001, 6100-196-0001, 6100-201-0890, 6100-203-0001, 6100-301-0001, 6100-488, 6440-001-0001, 6440-495, 6610-001-0001, 6610-496, 6870-101-0001, 6870-108-0001, 6870-301-6028, 7100-011-0588, 7120-101-0001, 7120-102-0001, 7120-103-0001, 7350-001-0001, 7350-001-3078, 7350-001-3152, 7350-101-3078, 7502-001-0001, 7502-001-9730, 7502-003-9730, 7760-001-0001, 7760-001-0002, 7760-001-9746, 7760-002-0666, 7760-003-0666, 7920-011-0001, 8140-001-0001, 8260-001-0001, 8260-101-0001, 8260-495, 8570-001-0001, 8570-003-0001, 8570-003-0044, 8570-101-0001, 8570-101-3228, 8570-102-0001, 8570-491, 8570-495, 8660-001-0001, 8660-062-0001, 8820-101-0001, 8860-001-0001, 8940-001-0001, 8940-001-0890, and 8955-001-0001 of Section 2.00 of, adding Items 0250-301-0001, 0515-495, 0530-001-3085, 0820-018-0001, 1703-490, 2240-121-0001, 2240-122-0001, 3540-101-3228, 3600-495, 3790-495, 3790-497, 3940-162-8506, 3970-012-3065, 3970-013-3065, 4260-019-0001, 4260-101-3428, 4260-111-3428, 4700-001-3228, 4700-101-3228, 4800-495, 5225-301-0660, 5227-129-0001, 5227-402, 6870-002-0001, 6870-203-0001, 6870-495, 7120-101-3228, 7502-001-0890, 8140-002-0001, and 8660-101-3228 to Section 2.00 of, repealing Items 0250-111-3037, 0515-103-0001, 0521-031-0001, 0521-496, 0540-101-3328, 0690-492, 3125-101-0001, 3360-001-0001, 3540-102-0001, 3760-105-0001, 3760-107-0001, 3810-104-0001, 3825-102-0001, 3845-101-0001, 3855-102-0001, 3900-495, 4560-001-0001, 4560-101-0001, 7350-101-0001, 8570-001-0191, and 8660-002-0001 of Section 2.00 of, amending Sections 11.86, 12.32, 13.40, 19.56, 21.00, 28.00, 35.50, and 99.50 of, and adding Sections 19.561, 19.562, 19.563, 19.564, 19.565, 19.566, 19.567, 19.568, and 19.569 to, that act, relating to the state budget, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nancy Skinner (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 06/26/2023
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on BUDGET.
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CA bill #SB127 • Last Action 06/29/2023
State government.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Amends the California Children's Data Protection Working Group to be within the Office of the Attorney General and changes the report deadline and membership requirements. It also requires the Department of Finance to calculate and provide to local agencies the individual subvention amounts for certain state programs, which local agencies must use for their appropriations limit calculations. The bill authorizes appointed members of the Commission on the State of Hate to receive per diem and reimbursement, and modifies reporting requirements for the commission's annual report. It places the California Youth Empowerment Commission within the Office of Planning and Research and makes other changes to the commission. The bill establishes a Racial Equity Commission within the Office of Planning and Research to develop resources and tools for advancing racial equity in California. It makes various changes to the governance, administration, and funding of the state's open-access middle-mile broadband network, including creating a new fund for that purpose. The bill also extends and modifies several existing small business and economic development grant programs administered by the Office of the Small Business Advocate. Additionally, the bill makes changes to the California Small Agricultural Business Drought and Flood Relief Grant Program, the Attorney General antitrust account, and the Department of General Services' oversight of state property. The bill contains various other provisions related to state government operations and appropriations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 1798.99.32 of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 7903, 8010, 8263, 8270, 8272, 8274, 8275, 8276, 11011, 11011.2, 11549.3, 11549.57, 11549.58, 11788.1, 11860, 12098.10, 12100.83.6, 12100.85, 12100.91, 12100.95, 12100.975, 12100.985, 12100.100, 12100.101, 12100.103, 12100.105, 12100.151, 12526, 14634, 14670, 15679, 16427, and 16428 of, to amend the heading of Article 9.5 (commencing with Section 12100.100) of Chapter 1.6 of Part 2 of Division 3 of Title 2 of, to amend and renumber Section 8654.2 of, to add Section 11549.59 to, to add and repeal Sections 12100.83.5 and 14669.23 of, and to add and repeal Chapter 4.6 (commencing with Section 8303) and Chapter 9.4 (commencing with Section 8759) of Division 1 of Title 2 of, the Government Code, to amend Section 412.5 of, and to add Section 431.5 to, the Military and Veterans Code, to amend Section 75250.1 of, to add Section 21080.12 to, and to add and repeal Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 5875) of Division 5 of, the Public Resources Code, and to amend Section 281 of the Public Utilities Code, relating to state government, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Budget and Fiscal Review
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 06/26/2023
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on BUDGET.
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MI bill #HB4246 • Last Action 06/28/2023
Appropriations: department of labor and economic opportunity; appropriations for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes appropriations for the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. The bill provides funding for various programs and initiatives, including workforce development, rehabilitation services, employment services, the Michigan Strategic Fund, and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Key provisions include funding for job training programs, support for small businesses and community development, assistance for individuals with disabilities, and initiatives to address housing affordability and accessibility. The bill also includes one-time appropriations for projects like electric vehicle charging infrastructure, workforce training programs, and economic development investments across the state.
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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, 2024; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Will Snyder (D)*, Angela Witwer (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 05/10/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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MI bill #HB4248 • Last Action 06/28/2023
Appropriations: department of military and veterans affairs; appropriations for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes appropriations for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. It provides funding for various programs and services, including the Michigan Youth ChalleNGe Academy, National Guard operations, the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, the Michigan Veterans' Facility Authority, and capital outlay projects. The bill also includes provisions related to the administration and oversight of these funds, such as reporting requirements, restrictions on expenditures, and creation of new grant programs to address veteran homelessness.
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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, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Jason Morgan (D)*, Angela Witwer (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 05/10/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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MI bill #HB4855 • Last Action 06/28/2023
Natural resources: hunting; wolf management advisory council membership; modify. Amends sec. 43540e of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43540e).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to modify the membership of the Wolf Management Advisory Council. Key changes include: adding a requirement for one member to represent a non-profit organization focused on non-consumptive wildlife use and management; adding a member with a master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline; and removing the requirement for a member representing an organization that promotes conservation. The council is required to meet at least annually and submit an annual report to the legislature with non-binding recommendations on wolf management in the state.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"by amending section 43540e (MCL 324.43540e), as added by 2012 PA 520.
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• Introduced: 06/27/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 28 : Abraham Aiyash (D)*, Carrie Rheingans (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Noah Arbit (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Helena Scott (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Tyrone Carter (D), Rachel Hood (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Reggie Miller (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Denise Mentzer (D), Julie Brixie (D), Regina Weiss (D), Kelly Breen (D), Julie Rogers (D), Jim Haadsma (D), Natalie Price (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Angela Witwer (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Stephanie Young (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 06/27/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/27/2023
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MI bill #HB4856 • Last Action 06/28/2023
Natural resources: wildlife; membership on the Michigan wildlife council; modify. Amends sec. 43532b of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43532b).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends section 43532b of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to modify the membership of the Michigan Wildlife Council. The key provisions are: 1. The bill expands the Michigan Wildlife Council from 9 to 11 members, adding two new positions - one representing a tribal government and one with a master's degree in zoology, wildlife management, or a related science discipline. 2. The bill requires the governor to appoint members from all geographic areas of the state, including at least one from the Upper Peninsula. 3. It specifies the terms of the council members, with the new members serving 1-4 year terms initially to stagger the expiration of member terms. 4. The bill also clarifies the responsibilities of the council, including developing and implementing a public information program to promote the role of sportsmen/women in wildlife conservation and educating the public on hunting, fishing, and the taking of game.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"by amending section 43532b (MCL 324.43532b), as added by 2013 PA 246.
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• Introduced: 06/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 27 : Denise Mentzer (D)*, Carrie Rheingans (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Noah Arbit (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Phil Skaggs (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Helena Scott (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Tyrone Carter (D), Rachel Hood (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Reggie Miller (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Julie Brixie (D), Regina Weiss (D), Kelly Breen (D), Julie Rogers (D), Jim Haadsma (D), Natalie Price (D), Stephanie Young (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Angela Witwer (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 06/27/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/27/2023
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MI bill #HB4287 • Last Action 06/28/2023
Appropriations: department of education; appropriations for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes appropriations for the Department of Education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. Key provisions include: - Appropriating $515,783,000 in total funding for the Department of Education, with $126,999,600 coming from the state's general fund. - Providing funding for various programs and operations within the Department, such as the State Board of Education/Office of the Superintendent, Departmental Administration and Support, Special Education Services, the Michigan Schools for the Deaf and Blind, Educator Excellence, the Michigan Office of Great Start, and more. - Outlining requirements and restrictions on the use of the appropriated funds, including reporting provisions, limitations on out-of-state travel, and provisions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. - Allocating one-time funding for initiatives like the Michigan Poet Laureate program, family and community engagement, school infrastructure and consolidation, and reimbursements for the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Regina Weiss (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 05/10/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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CA bill #SB101 • Last Action 06/27/2023
Budget Act of 2023.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Budget Act of 2023, makes appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes, including provisions related to the state budget. The key provisions of the bill are: - Appropriates funds for the support of state government for the 2023-24 fiscal year, including funding for the legislative, judicial, and executive branches, as well as the Department of Transportation, the Department of Motor Vehicles, and various departments, boards, commissions, and conservancies. - Provides funding for various state programs and activities, such as the Active Transportation Program, the Congested Corridors Program, the California Conservation Corps, the Department of Fish and Wildlife, the State Coastal Conservancy, the Department of Water Resources, and the State Air Resources Board. - Includes provisions allowing for the transfer of funds between various items and schedules, as well as the augmentation of certain appropriations, to provide flexibility in managing state resources. - Reappropriates or extends the availability of certain funds from previous budget acts to allow for the continued implementation of ongoing projects and programs. The bill is intended to provide the necessary funding and authority to support the operations of the state government and various public purposes during the 2023-24 fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nancy Skinner (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 06/27/2023
• Last Action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 12, Statutes of 2023.
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IL bill #HB0579 • Last Action 06/27/2023
REGULATION-TECH
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several laws to establish the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange as a state-based exchange by 2026. The key provisions include: - Creating a Marketplace Director position within the Department of Insurance to manage the exchange operations. - Allowing the Department of Insurance to apply a monthly assessment on health plans sold on the exchange, up to 3.5% of the monthly premium, to fund the exchange. - Requiring the Department of Insurance and the Department of Healthcare and Family Services to coordinate the exchange operations with state medical assistance programs. - Granting the Departments of Insurance and Healthcare and Family Services additional authority to implement and operate the exchange. - Establishing an Illinois Health Benefits Exchange Advisory Committee to provide recommendations on the exchange's operations. The bill aims to transition the state from using the federal exchange platform to a fully state-based exchange by 2026, while ensuring coordination with state healthcare programs and stakeholder input through the advisory committee. The assessment on health plans will fund the exchange operations, outreach, and enrollment efforts.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Department of Insurance Law. Sets forth provisions concerning the Marketplace Director of the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange. Amends the Illinois Procurement Code. Sets forth provisions concerning an exemption regarding any procurements necessary for the Department of Insurance to implement the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange Law. Amends the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange Law. Provides that the Department of Insurance shall operate the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange as a State-based exchange using the federal platform by plan year 2025 and as a State-based exchange by plan year 2026. Provides that, except where inconsistent with State law, the Department shall enforce health plan coverage requirements under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act that apply to the individual and small group markets. Provides that the Director of Insurance may elect to add a small business health options program to the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange. Provides that the General Assembly shall appropriate funds to establish the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange. Provides that issuers must remit an assessment in monthly installments to the Department. Sets forth provisions concerning State medical assistance program coordination and provisions concerning the authority of the Department of Insurance and the Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Creates the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange Fund. Sets forth provisions creating the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange Advisory Committee. Makes a conforming change in the State Finance Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 12/05/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 40 : Robyn Gabel (D)*, Ann Gillespie (D)*, Bob Morgan (D), Lisa Hernandez (D), Anna Moeller (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Natalie Manley (D), Theresa Mah (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Marty Moylan (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Matt Hanson (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Jenn Ladisch Douglass (D), Katie Stuart (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Sonya Harper (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Dee Avelar (D), Elgie Sims (D), Dave Koehler (D), Julie Morrison (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Karina Villa (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Mike Simmons (D), Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D), Laura Fine (D), Rob Martwick (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Kimberly Lightford (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 120
• Last Amended: 06/30/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0103
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CA bill #SB129 • Last Action 06/26/2023
Housing.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a number of key changes: 1. It removes the California Housing Finance Agency from within the Department of Housing and Community Development, continuing its existence in the Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency. 2. It expands the definition of "rural area" for the low-income housing tax credit program to include additional areas eligible for U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development financing. 3. It requires the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) rather than the Department of Finance to publish lists of programs that award additional points or preferences to "prohousing" jurisdictions and to jurisdictions with compliant housing elements. 4. It provides an exemption from surplus land requirements for land subject to a "sectional planning area" document, if certain conditions are met, until January 1, 2034. 5. It establishes a new "round 5" of the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention program, which requires regionally coordinated homelessness action plans and provides supplemental Homekey funding to eligible cities and counties. 6. It makes changes to the Employee Housing Act, including establishing a new Employee Housing Regulation Fund and authorizing HCD to adjust fees as necessary. 7. It makes various other changes to housing laws, including modifying provisions related to the Affordable Housing and High Road Jobs Act of 2022 and the Infill Infrastructure Grant Program.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 12804, 14684.3, 65589.9, 65589.11, 65852.24, 65912.114, and 65912.124 of, and to amend, repeal, and add Section 54221 to, the Government Code, to amend Sections 17036, 50199.21, 50216, 50218.6, 50218.7, 50220.8, 50704.83, 50900, and 53559 of, to add Section 17008.7 to, and to add Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 52300) to Part 1 of Division 31 of, the Health and Safety Code, to add Section 17131.13 to the Revenue and Taxation Code, and to amend Section 8257 of, and to add Section 8257.01 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to housing, and making an appropriation thereof, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Budget and Fiscal Review
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 06/26/2023
• Last Action: From committee with author's amendments. Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on BUDGET.
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HI bill #SB674 • Last Action 06/22/2023
Relating To The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which creates a comprehensive process that complements the existing licensing and regulatory authority of state medical boards and provides a streamlined process for physicians to become licensed in multiple states. The bill requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact, and appropriates funds for the implementation of the Compact. The bill takes effect on December 31, 2050.
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Bill Summary: Adopts the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact to create a comprehensive process that complements the existing licensing and regulatory authority of state medical boards and provides a streamlined process that allows physicians to become licensed in multiple states. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. Appropriates funds for the implementation of the Compact. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*, Gilbert Keith-Agaran (D)*, Lorraine Inouye (D), Jarrett Keohokalole (D), Glenn Wakai (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 63
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Act 112, 06/22/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1213).
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IL bill #SB0041 • Last Action 06/21/2023
NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Nurse Practice Act to ratify and approve the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. The bill provides that the Compact does not supersede existing state labor laws, and that the state may not share the contents of a nationwide criminal history records check conducted for the purpose of multistate licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact with the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or any other state.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Nurse Practice Act. Ratifies and approves the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows for the issuance of multistate licenses that allow nurses to practice in their home state and other compact states. Provides that the Compact does not supersede existing State labor laws. Provides that the State may not share with or disclose to the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators or any other state any of the contents of a nationwide criminal history records check conducted for the purpose of multistate licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Sara Feigenholtz (D)*, Chapin Rose (R), Laura Fine (D), Andrew Chesney (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/20/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Andrew S. Chesney
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VT bill #H0270 • Last Action 06/20/2023
An act relating to miscellaneous amendments to the adult-use and medical cannabis programs
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to Vermont's adult-use and medical cannabis programs. Key provisions include: - Repeals the Cannabis Control Board's advisory committee and the sunset provision on the Board itself. - Expands the uses of the Cannabis Regulation Fund to include chapters 35 (medical cannabis) and 37 (cannabis for symptom relief) in addition to chapter 33 (adult-use cannabis). - Defines a new "cannabis propagation cultivator" license to allow for the cultivation of cannabis clones, immature plants, and seeds. - Provides more clarity and specificity for municipal regulation of cannabis establishments, limiting their ability to prohibit operations or impose overly restrictive conditions. - Increases the THC limit for cannabis products from 50 to 100 milligrams per package, with exceptions. - Adds new requirements and regulations specific to propagation cultivators, including pesticide use, testing, and facility inspections. - Enhances confidentiality protections for certain licensing and disciplinary records while ensuring transparency around formal enforcement actions. - Expands the definition of "qualifying medical condition" under the medical cannabis program to include post-traumatic stress disorder.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to miscellaneous amendments to the adult-use and medical cannabis programs.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Matt Birong (D)*, Mike McCarthy (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 72
• Last Amended: 06/23/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor allowed to become law without signature on June 14, 2023
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ME bill #LD852 • Last Action 06/20/2023
RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Change the Length of Legislators' Terms to 4 Years
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to amend the Constitution of Maine to increase the length of the terms of State Senators and members of the House of Representatives from 2 years to 4 years, beginning in 2024. It also adjusts the timing of elections for these positions to be held every 4 years, rather than biennially (every 2 years). The bill outlines the process for the constitutional referendum, including the wording of the ballot question and the procedures for voting and tallying the results. If a majority of voters approve the amendment, it will become part of the Constitution of Maine upon the Governor's proclamation.
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Bill Summary: This resolution proposes to amend the Constitution of Maine to increase the length of the terms of State Senators and members of the House of Representatives from 2 years to 4 years beginning in 2024.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 131st Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Bruce White (D)*, Brad Farrin (R), Craig Hickman (D), Anne-Marie Mastraccio (D), Walter Riseman (I), Holly Stover (D), Paige Zeigler (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 02/21/2023
• Last Action: Died Between Houses, Jun 20, 2023
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VT bill #H0494 • Last Action 06/20/2023
An act relating to making appropriations for the support of government
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key provisions: It establishes a Public Safety Communications Task Force to oversee the development and implementation of a statewide public safety communications system, including conducting an inventory and assessment of existing dispatch services, developing technical and operational standards, and identifying a sustainable financing model. It authorizes the Department of Public Safety to provide up to $4.5 million in funding for pilot projects to establish or expand regional dispatch centers, with the goal of informing the design of the statewide system. It creates new Vermont Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Dental Hygienist Forgivable Loan Incentive Programs to address workforce shortages in those fields. It increases various Department of Motor Vehicles fees, including vehicle registration, license, and title fees, to generate additional revenue for transportation-related programs and services. It increases the Motor Vehicle Purchase and Use Tax for certain vehicle purchases and registrations. The bill also includes various other appropriations, fund transfers, and policy changes related to state government operations, health and human services, education, and economic development.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to making appropriations for the support of government.
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• Introduced: 03/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Appropriations
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 144
• Last Amended: 06/29/2023
• Last Action: Delivered to Secretary of State on June 23, 2023
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MI bill #HB4817 • Last Action 06/20/2023
Civil rights: open meetings; procedures for electronic meetings of public bodies; modify. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to modify the procedures for holding electronic meetings of public bodies. The key provisions are: 1) Before March 31, 2021, public bodies could hold electronic meetings under any circumstances. From March 31, 2021 through December 31, 2021, they could only do so to accommodate members absent for the reasons described in the law. After December 31, 2021, electronic meetings are only allowed for members absent due to military duty. 2) However, the bill creates an exception for agricultural commodity groups, which can hold electronic meetings under any circumstances after March 31, 2021. 3) The bill further establishes new requirements for electronic meetings after the effective date of the amendments, including providing a physical meeting location, recording the meeting, and restricting remote participation by members based on their physical location. 4) The bill also sets requirements for public notice and agenda posting for electronic meetings.
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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 2021 PA 54.
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• Introduced: 06/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 23 : Brenda Carter (D)*, Carrie Rheingans (D), Helena Scott (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Matt Koleszar (D), Noah Arbit (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Ranjeev Puri (D), Kelly Breen (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Jason Morgan (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Stephanie Young (D), Natalie Price (D), Alabas Farhat (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Kevin Coleman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 06/15/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/15/2023
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IL bill #SB1298 • Last Action 06/16/2023
NURSING HOMES-DIRECTORY
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to make several changes to the Illinois Medicaid program, including: 1. Increasing reimbursement rates for nursing services provided to non-waiver customers and private duty nursing services for children eligible for Medicaid by 20% starting January 1, 2024. 2. Increasing reimbursement rates for ASAM Level 3 residential/inpatient substance use disorder treatment services by 30% starting January 1, 2024. 3. Introducing a 10.5% increase to the existing $15 per day, per single room occupancy rate for supportive living facilities, for a total rate of $25.50 per day, per single room occupancy. It also increases the existing $10 per day, per dual-occupancy room rate by $4.50, for a total rate of $14.50 per Medicaid-occupied bed, in each dual-occupancy room, starting January 1, 2024. 4. Increasing reimbursement rates for speech therapy, physical therapy, and occupational therapy services by 14.2% starting January 1, 2024. 5. Increasing the monthly personal needs allowance for Medicaid nursing home residents to $60 starting January 1, 2024. 6. Providing for the expeditious implementation of the changes made by this bill through the use of emergency rulemaking by the Department of Healthcare and Family Services. The bill is intended to improve access and quality of care for Medicaid recipients in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: concerning regulation.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Ann Gillespie (D)*, Robyn Gabel (D)*, Mattie Hunter (D), Laura Ellman (D), Napoleon Harris (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 77
• Last Amended: 06/16/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0102
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CA bill #SB811 • Last Action 06/15/2023
Teacher credentialing: Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would ratify the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, which aims to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states. The compact would establish a streamlined pathway for teacher licensure, support the relocation of military spouses, and enhance the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information between states. It would also create the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission, a joint public agency that would have various powers and duties related to administering the compact. The compact would only become effective if it is enacted into law in at least ten member states.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 17 (commencing with Section 44419) to Chapter 2 of Part 25 of Division 3 of Title 2 to the Education Code, relating to teacher credentialing.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Brian Jones (R)*, Joshua Hoover (R), Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on ED.
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MI bill #SB0392 • Last Action 06/15/2023
Agriculture: associations and commissions; residency requirement for certain membership on the commission of agriculture board; provide for. Amends sec. 179 of 1965 PA 380 (MCl 16.279).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 179 of the Executive Organization Act of 1965 to change the composition of the Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development. The bill requires that the commission consist of 5 members, with no more than 3 members belonging to the same political party and at least 1 member being a resident of the Upper Peninsula. It also specifies the term lengths for commission members and the procedures for conducting commission meetings in compliance with the Open Meetings Act.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1965 PA 380, entitled"Executive organization act of 1965,"by amending section 179 (MCL 16.279).
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• Introduced: 06/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 5 : Ed McBroom (R)*, Dan Lauwers (R), Roger Victory (R), Kevin Daley (R), John Damoose (R)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 06/15/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Natural Resources And Agriculture
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ME bill #LD1425 • Last Action 06/15/2023
An Act to Strengthen Freedom of Access Protections by Allowing Remote Meetings to Be Recorded
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Maine's existing law on remote public meetings to allow members of the public to record such meetings using the same electronic platform used by the public body, as long as the recording does not interfere with the meeting and does not incur additional costs for the public body. The bill also requires public bodies to make all documents and materials considered during the meeting available to remote participants to the same extent as in-person participants.
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Bill Summary: An Act to Strengthen Freedom of Access Protections by Allowing Remote Meetings to Be Recorded
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• Introduced: 03/30/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 131st Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Chad Perkins (R)*, Donald Ardell (R), David Boyer (R), Dick Bradstreet (R), Brad Farrin (R), Tavis Hasenfus (D), Mike Lajoie (D), Scott Landry (D), Bob Nutting (R), Tracy Quint (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 06/17/2023
• Last Action: Enacted, Jun 15, 2023
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MI bill #SB0376 • Last Action 06/14/2023
Criminal procedure: sentencing; criminal justice policy commission; create. Amends 1927 PA 175 (MCL 760.1 - 777.69) by adding sec. 34a to ch. IX. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4384'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Michigan Sentencing Commission within the Legislative Council. The commission will consist of members appointed by the governor, legislative leaders, and various stakeholder groups, including representatives from the judiciary, law enforcement, prosecution, criminal defense, victim services, and the Department of Corrections. The commission will be responsible for advising the legislature on criminal justice policy and sentencing guidelines. The bill outlines the composition, appointment process, and operational procedures of the commission, including provisions for public meetings and transparency. This bill is tied to the passage of House Bill 4384.
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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 34a to chapter IX.
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• Introduced: 06/07/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Stephanie Chang (D)*, Ed McBroom (R), Jeff Irwin (D), Sue Shink (D), Sylvia Santana (D), Paul Wojno (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Roger Victory (R), Joe Bellino (R), Mark Huizenga (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 06/07/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole With Substitute (s-3)
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PA bill #HB1329 • Last Action 06/14/2023
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 authorizes the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Compact for Occupational Therapy Licensure. The compact establishes a process for mutual recognition of occupational therapy licenses among member states, with the goal of improving public access to occupational therapy services. The bill provides details on the compact's structure, including the creation of an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to administer the agreement. It also outlines provisions related to compact privileges, adverse actions, data sharing, rulemaking, and enforcement. Overall, the bill aims to facilitate the interstate practice of occupational therapy and enhance regulatory cooperation among member 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: 06/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Brandon Markosek (D)*, Maureen Madden (D), Stephen Kinsey (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Dan Williams (D), Dave Delloso (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Anita Kulik (D), Roni Green (D), Kristine Howard (D), Tarik Khan (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 06/06/2023
• Last Action: Re-referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
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MI bill #HB4382 • Last Action 06/14/2023
Drains: water management districts; chapter 22 of drain code; revise process through determination of sufficiency of petition and proposed boundaries. Amends secs. 551, 552, 553, 555, 556, 557 & 558 of 1956 PA 40 (MCL 280.551 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4383'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Drain Code of 1956 to revise the process for determining the sufficiency of a petition and proposed boundaries for a water management district. Key provisions include: - Establishing procedures for filing a petition to create or modify a water management program, including requirements for the petition content and the number of signatures needed. - Creating water management boards and commissions to oversee the water management program, with the composition and selection of members varying based on the number of counties involved. - Outlining the process for the water management board or commission to review the petition, determine the district boundaries, and assess necessity and benefits. - Specifying notice and hearing requirements, as well as opportunities for appeal, related to establishing or modifying a water management program. - Providing for the dissolution of the water management board and commission if the petition is found insufficient or the program is not deemed necessary. - Requiring the costs of the petition process to be paid from a deposit or the revolving drain fund if the petition is dismissed. The bill is tie-barred with House Bill 4383, meaning it cannot take effect unless that related bill is also enacted.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1956 PA 40, entitled"The drain code of 1956,"by amending sections 551, 552, 553, 555, 556, 557, and 558 (MCL 280.551, 280.552, 280.553, 280.555, 280.556, 280.557, and 280.558).
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• Introduced: 04/12/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 16 : Christine Morse (D)*, Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Rachel Hood (D), Tullio Liberati (D), Jaime Churches (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Erin Byrnes (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Carol Glanville (D), Julie Rogers (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Regina Weiss (D), Curt VanderWall (R), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/12/2023
• Last Action: House Local Government and Municipal Finance (12:00:00 6/14/2023 Room 519, House Office Building)
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MI bill #HB4383 • Last Action 06/14/2023
Drains: water management districts; chapter 22 of drain code; revise process following determination of sufficiency of petition and proposed boundaries. Amends secs. 559, 560, 561, 562, 563, 564, 565, 569, 570, 571, 572, 573, 574, 576, 577, 578, 580, 581, 582 & 583 of 1956 PA 40 (MCL 280.559 et seq.); adds secs. 561b, 561d, 564b & 569b & repeals secs. 554, 566, 567, 568, 575 & 579 of 1956 PA 40 (MCL 280.554 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4382'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Drain Code of 1956 to revise the process for establishing and managing water management districts. Key provisions include: - Allowing lands or public corporations to be added or removed from a water management district in the same manner as a drainage district. - Requiring the water management board to prepare a proposed water management plan with opportunities for public comment before approving the plan. - Establishing a process for the water management board to determine the apportionment of costs between affected counties and review that apportionment. - Authorizing the water management board to issue bonds for water management programs and allowing counties to pledge their full faith and credit to support those bonds. - Clarifying the powers and responsibilities of the water management board, including the ability to relinquish jurisdiction over certain activities. - Revising the timelines and procedures for legal challenges to water management district proceedings and assessments. - Repealing several sections of the Drain Code related to preliminary assessments and other procedures. This bill is tie-barred with House Bill 4382 of the 2023 legislative session.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1956 PA 40, entitled"The drain code of 1956,"by amending sections 559, 560, 561, 562, 563, 564, 565, 569, 570, 571, 572, 573, 574, 576, 577, 578, 580, 581, 582, and 583 (MCL 280.559, 280.560, 280.561, 280.562, 280.563, 280.564, 280.565, 280.569, 280.570, 280.571, 280.572, 280.573, 280.574, 280.576, 280.577, 280.578, 280.580, 280.581, 280.582, and 280.583), section 569 as amended by 2016 PA 27, and by adding sections 561b, 561d, 564b, and 569b; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 04/12/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 16 : Curt VanderWall (R)*, Julie Rogers (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Rachel Hood (D), Jaime Churches (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Erin Byrnes (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Carol Glanville (D), Tullio Liberati (D), Felicia Brabec (D), Regina Weiss (D), Christine Morse (D), Abraham Aiyash (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/12/2023
• Last Action: House Local Government and Municipal Finance (12:00:00 6/14/2023 Room 519, House Office Building)
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ME bill #LD1322 • Last Action 06/12/2023
An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Remote Participation
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to implement the recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee concerning remote participation in public proceedings. The key provisions of the bill include: 1) Allowing both members of public bodies and the public to participate in public proceedings using remote methods, as long as the public body has adopted a written policy governing the conditions for such remote participation. 2) Requiring the policy to provide the public a meaningful opportunity to attend remotely, with reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. 3) Specifying that a member participating remotely is considered present for quorum and voting purposes. 4) Establishing that a public body's remote participation policy generally applies to other public bodies within the same jurisdiction, unless the other body adopts its own policy. However, school boards retain the right to choose whether to adopt a remote participation policy. The bill provides an exception to allow a public body's chair to call an emergency or urgent meeting with remote participation, even if the body has not yet adopted a policy, provided the members then vote to support the chair's determination and adopt a policy.
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Bill Summary: An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Remote Participation
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• Introduced: 03/22/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 131st Legislature
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 06/16/2023
• Last Action: Enacted, Jun 12, 2023
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IL bill #SB1127 • Last Action 06/09/2023
REGULATION-TECH
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Counties Code of Illinois to establish standards for the siting and regulation of commercial wind energy facilities and commercial solar energy facilities. It defines key terms such as "commercial wind energy facility," "commercial solar energy facility," and "participating" and "nonparticipating" properties and residences. The bill sets forth specific requirements for setbacks, shadow flicker, fencing, and height limitations for these facilities. It also limits the county's ability to impose more restrictive standards than those specified in the bill and prohibits certain restrictions, such as disallowing these facilities in agricultural or industrial districts. The bill provides exceptions for certain facilities that have already filed applications or entered into agricultural impact mitigation agreements prior to the effective date of the amendments.
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Bill Summary: concerning regulation.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Win Stoller (R)*, Brad Fritts (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 06/09/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0081
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IL bill #HB2973 • Last Action 06/09/2023
PUBLIC SAFETY&JUSTICE PRIVACY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Public Safety and Justice Privacy Act. It defines terms and prohibits government agencies, persons, businesses, and associations from publicly posting or displaying the personal information of law enforcement officers, prosecutors, public defenders, and probation officers if the individual has submitted a written request for privacy protection. The bill allows these officials to list a business address rather than a home address on certain forms and records. It also makes it a Class 3 felony for any person to knowingly publicly post the personal information of an official or their immediate family if it poses an imminent threat to their health and safety. The bill is intended to broadly favor the protection of the personal information of these officials.
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Bill Summary: New Act 5 ILCS 140/7 10 ILCS 5/10-10.3 new 15 ILCS 335/4 from Ch. 124, par. 24 15 ILCS 335/5 from Ch. 124, par. 25 625 ILCS 5/3-405 from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 3-405 625 ILCS 5/6-106 from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 6-106 625 ILCS 5/6-110 from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 6-110 Creates the Public Safety and Justice Privacy Act. Defines terms. Provides that government agencies, persons, businesses, and associations shall not publicly post or display publicly available content that includes a law enforcement officer's, prosecutor's, public defender's, or probation officer's ("officials") personal information, provided that the government agency, person, business, or association has received a written request from the person that it refrain from disclosing the person's personal information. Provides injunctive or declaratory relief if the Act is violated. Includes procedures for a written request. Provides that it is a Class 3 felony for any person to knowingly publicly post on the Internet the personal information of an official or an official's immediate family under specified circumstances. Excludes criminal penalties for employees of government agencies who publish information in good faith during the ordinary course of carrying out public functions. Provides that the Act and any rules adopted to implement the Act shall be construed broadly to favor the protection of the personal information of officials. Amends various Acts and Codes allowing an official to list a business address rather than a home address and makes conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : C.D. Davidsmeyer (R)*, Travis Weaver (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver
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IL bill #HB3817 • Last Action 06/07/2023
FY24 BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to implement the state's fiscal year 2024 budget. The key provisions are: This bill: - Increases the minimum wage threshold for exemption from the corporate franchise tax from $1,000 to $5,000. - Transfers the responsibility for administering the Illinois Affordable Housing Trust Fund and Capital Fund from the Department of Revenue to the Department of Human Services. - Establishes the Smart Start Child Care Workforce Compensation Program to provide funding to child care providers to increase wages and enhance quality of early childhood education services. - Requires the Department of Healthcare and Family Services to establish a team-based model of care system to address trauma recovery from chronic exposure to firearm violence for Illinois adults. - Makes changes to the distribution of fees collected by the Secretary of State, including increasing certain fees and directing more revenue to the Secretary of State Special Services Fund. - Provides funding and grant programs for various education initiatives, including the Imagination Library of Illinois program, the Teacher Vacancy Grant Pilot Program, and the Freedom Schools grant program. - Makes other changes related to state finances, revenue, and budget implementation.
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Bill Summary: Establishes the FY 2024 Budget Implementation Act. Makes changes in State programs necessary to implement the State budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Effective immediately, except that some provisions take effect on other specified dates.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 19 : Jehan Gordon-Booth (D)*, Elgie Sims (D)*, Sharon Chung (D), Sonya Harper (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Lance Yednock (D), Sue Scherer (D), Larry Walsh (D), Chris Welch (D), Curtis Tarver (D), Fred Crespo (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Joyce Mason (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Laura Ellman (D), Napoleon Harris (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 105
• Last Amended: 06/13/2023
• Last Action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0008
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NY bill #A03715 • Last Action 06/07/2023
Relates to the applicability of open meetings and freedom of information laws to certain not-for-profit corporations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law and the Public Authorities Law to expand the applicability of open meetings and freedom of information laws to certain not-for-profit corporations. The key provisions include: 1. Requiring the Department of State to transmit electronically to the Authorities Budget Office a copy of every certificate of incorporation filed on behalf or at the behest of a municipal corporation, state or local authority, or district. 2. Requiring the consent of the Director of the Authorities Budget Office for any certificate of incorporation that indicates certain individuals associated with a municipal corporation, state or local authority, or district will have significant control over the not-for-profit corporation. 3. Defining "local authority" to include certain not-for-profit corporations affiliated with, sponsored by, or created by a local government, as well as those that issue tax-exempt debt or provide tax exemptions. 4. Subjecting all state and local authorities, and their subsidiaries and affiliates, to the open meetings and freedom of information laws. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability for not-for-profit corporations with close ties to or control by government entities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the not-for-profit corporation law and the public authorities law, in relation to the applicability of open meetings and freedom of information laws to certain not-for-profit corporations
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Amy Paulin (D)*, Steve Otis (D), Pat Fahy (D), Jonathan Jacobson (D), John McDonald (D), Maryjane Shimsky (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/07/2023
• Last Action: substituted by s2727a
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DC bill #PR25-0241 • Last Action 06/06/2023
Medical Cannabis Regulations Approval Resolution of 2023
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: Medical Cannabis Regulations Approval Resolution of 2023
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• Introduced: 05/22/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 05/18/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Business and Economic Development
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OK bill #SB704 • Last Action 06/06/2023
Oklahoma State University Medical Authority; modifying membership of the Authority; modifying powers and duties of the Authority and the Oklahoma State University Medical Trust. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma State University Medical Authority Act. It modifies the membership of the Authority, adding an additional member who is a member of the Board of Regents for the Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges. It also expands the powers and duties of the Authority, including the ability to provide funding to other entities for purposes related to public health, teaching, and research. Additionally, the bill increases the asset limit for the Oklahoma State University Medical Trust for the purpose of certain determinations. Finally, it repeals a section of the existing law and sets an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 704 By: Haste of the Senate and Roe of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma State University Medical Authority; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3275, which relates to members; modifying qualifications; adding member; removing obsolete language; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3276, which relates to powers and duties of the Authority; adding certain power and duty; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3290, which relates to the Oklahoma State University Medical Trust; increasing certain asset limit for purpose of certain determination; repealing 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3287, which relates to the Oklahoma State University Medical Authority; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Oklahoma State University Medical Authority
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Haste (R)*, Cindy Roe (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 05/24/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 06/06/2023
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OK bill #SB612 • Last Action 06/06/2023
Oklahoma Lottery; modifying certain requirements of the Oklahoma Lottery Commission; modifying requirements to claim prize. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various sections of the Oklahoma Lottery Act. Key provisions include: 1. Expanding required background checks for Oklahoma Lottery Commission (OLC) applicants and requiring annual background checks for all OLC employees. 2. Removing the requirement for the OLC to pay for investigations and contract with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. 3. Modifying the information required to claim lottery prizes above $600 and $5,000, including requiring the claimant's name, address, social security/tax ID number, and proof of identification. This information will be confidential except for the claimant's first name, city of residence, and prize amount. 4. Removing the requirement for the OLC to submit quarterly reports and modifying the due date for the annual report. 5. Providing an exception to the Oklahoma Open Records Act for the confidential information submitted by lottery prize claimants. 6. Repealing the Lottery Retailer Advisory Board and Oklahoma Lottery Commission Legislative Oversight Committee. 7. Providing an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 612 By: Howard of the Senate and Osburn of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma Lottery; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Sections 712, 713, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 359, O.S.L. 2022, 724, and 733 (3A O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 713), which relate to the Oklahoma Lottery Commission; expanding required background checks for certain applicants; requiring annual background checks for Commission employees; deleting Commission requirement to pay for certain investigations and contract with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation; deleting requirement to display certain certificate; modifying certain information required for submission; modifying required date for submission of certain information; modifying threshold for certain information required to claim prize; modifying information required to claim certain prize; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.5, which relates to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; providing exception; repealing 3A O.S. 2021, Section 706, which relates to Lottery Retailer Advisory Board and Oklahoma Lottery Commission Legislative Oversight Committee; updating statutory reference; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Lottery
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brent Howard (R)*, Mike Osburn (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 05/24/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 06/06/2023
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NE bill #LB227 • Last Action 06/06/2023
Change provisions relating to public health and welfare
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Adopts the Behavior Analyst Practice Act to require licensure for individuals practicing behavior analysis in Nebraska, with certain exemptions. It also makes changes to the Uniform Credentialing Act related to criminal history record information checks, confidentiality of physician wellness programs, and reporting requirements for certain credential holders. The bill modifies provisions of the Funeral Directing and Embalming Practice Act relating to apprenticeship. It makes substantial changes to the definitions, board membership, licensure requirements, and scope of practice under the Medical Nutrition Therapy Practice Act. The bill also makes changes to laws governing prescriptions, pharmacist licensure, and compounding standards, and allows pharmacy technicians to administer certain vaccines. Under the Medical Assistance Act, the bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to enroll long-term acute care hospitals as providers, submit a state plan amendment or waiver to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage, and rebase inpatient interim per diem rates for critical access hospitals. The bill increases the personal needs allowance for eligible aged, blind, and disabled persons, creates a pilot program for patients with complex health needs, and makes changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It also makes changes to the Disabled Persons and Family Support Act, the Barber Examiners Board, the Health Care Facility Licensure Act, the Nebraska Center for Nursing Act, the Prescription Drug Safety Act, and the Statewide Trauma System Act. Finally, the bill adopts the Overdose Fatality Review Teams Act to establish a framework for local teams to review overdose deaths.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public health and welfare; to amend sections 38-1801, 38-1802, 38-1803, 38-1806, 38-1807, 38-1808, 38-1809, 38-1810, 38-1811, 38-1812, 38-1816, 38-2852, 38-2867.01, 68-1006.01, 68-1512, 71-475, 71-1797, 71-1798, 71-8202, 71-8228, 71-8230, 71-8231, 71-8234, 71-8235, 71-8239, 71-8241, 71-8242, 71-8243, 71-8244, 71-8245, and 71-8247, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 38-101, 38-121, 38-129.02, 38-131, 38-167, 38-186, 38-1,125, 38-1416, 38-1813, 38-2801, 38-2891, 68-901, 68-911, 68-1017.02, 68-1206, 68-1724, 71-222, 71-401, 71-403, 71-417, 71-2461.01, 71-2479, 71-3404, 71-3405, 71-3407, 71-3408, 71-3409, 71-3410, 71-8236, 71-8237, and 71-8240, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to adopt the Behavior Analyst Practice Act; to change provisions of the Uniform Credentialing Act relating to criminal history record information checks, confidentiality relating to physical wellness programs, and a report requirement for certain credential holders; to change provisions of the Funeral Directing and Embalming Practice Act relating to apprenticeship; to provide, change, and eliminate definitions and provisions of the Medical Nutrition Therapy Practice Act relating to legislative findings, board membership and duties, licensure, and scope of practice; to change provisions relating to prescriptions, licensure of pharmacists, and compounding standards; to provide for vaccine administration by pharmacy technicians; to provide duties for the Department of Health and Human Services under the Medical Assistance Act regarding certain hospitals and require submission of a state plan amendment or waiver to extend postpartum coverage; to change the personal needs allowance for eligible aged, blind, and disabled persons; to require medicaid reimbursement for hospitals as prescribed; to create a pilot program relating to patients with complex health needs; to change provisions relating to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; to state intent regarding appropriations; to change provisions relating to child care assistance; to change provisions of the Disabled Persons and Family Support Act; to change the compensation of the Board of Barber Examiners; to provide and change definitions and change requirements relating to medication under the Health Care Facility Licensure Act; to change provisions of the Nebraska Center for Nursing Act relating to appropriation intent and the Nebraska Center for Nursing Board; to change provisions of the Prescription Drug Safety Act relating to delivery and labeling; to adopt the Overdose Fatality Review Teams Act; to provide for the review of incidents of severe maternal morbidity under the Child and Maternal Death Review Act; to change and eliminate definitions, powers and duties, other provisions, and a fund under the Statewide Trauma System Act; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to provide severability; to repeal the original sections; to outright repeal sections 38-1804, 71-8208, 71-8216, 71-8220, 71-8222, 71-8238, 71-8246, and 71-8252, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 71-8226, 71-8227, and 71-8251, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Hansen (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 24 • Actions: 156
• Last Amended: 06/06/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor on June 6, 2023
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NE bill #LB727 • Last Action 06/06/2023
Change provisions relating to revenue and taxation
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill enacts the Nebraska Biodiesel Tax Credit Act, which provides a refundable income tax credit for retail dealers who sell and dispense biodiesel on a retail basis. The credit is equal to $0.14 per gallon of biodiesel sold, up to $1 million in total credits per year. The bill also enacts the Good Life Transformational Projects Act, which allows the Department of Economic Development to approve certain large-scale development projects that meet specified investment and job creation thresholds. For approved projects, a reduced sales tax rate of 2.75% (compared to the standard 5.5% rate) would apply within the designated "good life district." The bill makes various changes to the Convention Center Facility Financing Assistance Act, the Civic and Community Center Financing Act, and the Sports Arena Facility Financing Assistance Act, including expanding the types of businesses that can be considered "associated" or "nearby" for purposes of determining eligible sales tax revenue. The bill authorizes the issuance of up to $450 million in highway bonds under the Nebraska Highway Bond Act to accelerate completion of projects under the Build Nebraska Act. The bill makes numerous other changes to state tax laws, including: - Adjusting the eligibility requirements for special valuation of agricultural/horticultural land - Requiring certain information reporting on inheritance taxes - Providing a sales/use tax exemption for baling wire, twine, and certain food donations - Creating an income tax credit for health insurance premiums paid by retired firefighters - Making changes to the Nebraska Job Creation and Mainstreet Revitalization Act, the Nebraska Advantage Rural Development Act, and other economic development programs Finally, the bill renames the "Law Enforcement Education Act" as the "First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act" and expands it to include tuition waivers for professional firefighters.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to revenue and taxation; to amend sections 13-2602, 13-2603, 13-2604, 13-2605, 13-2609, 13-2610, 13-2611, 13-2612, 13-2706, 13-3102, 13-3103, 13-3104, 13-3108, 39-2205, 39-2209, 39-2211, 39-2212, 39-2213, 39-2216, 39-2222, 39-2223, 39-2703, 39-2704, 66-4,100, 77-1701, 77-1818, 77-1824, 77-1838, 77-2701.02, 77-2902, 77-2903, 77-2904, 77-2905, 77-2910, 77-2912, 77-3513, 77-3522, 77-4001, 77-4002, 77-4007, 77-4008, 77-4025, 77-5803, 77-5806, and 77-5808, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, sections 39-2215, 39-2224, 77-1344, 77-1347, 77-1403, 77-1631, 77-1633, 77-1802, 77-1837, 77-2015, 77-2701, 77-2701.04, 77-2701.41, 77-2704.12, 77-2704.15, 77-2704.36, 77-2711, 77-2713, 77-2715.07, 77-2716, 77-2717, 77-2734.03, 77-27,132, 77-27,187.02, 77-27,188, 77-27,223, 77-3506, 77-3512, 77-6702, 77-6818, 81-1229, 81-12,182, 81-12,245, 82-334, 82-335, 85-1802, 85-2601, 85-2602, 85-2603, and 85-2604, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022, and section 24, Legislative Bill 243, One Hundred Eighth Legislature, First Session, 2023; to adopt the Nebraska Biodiesel Tax Credit Act and the Good Life Transformational Projects Act; to change provisions relating to the Convention Center Facility Financing Assistance Act, the Civic and Community Center Financing Act, and the Sports Arena Facility Financing Assistance Act; to authorize issuance of highway bonds under the Nebraska Highway Bond Act; to change provisions relating to the Build Nebraska Act, agricultural or horticultural land receiving special valuation, the achieving a better life experience program, the Property Tax Request Act, enforcement of delinquent taxes on real property, reports on inheritance taxes, and sales and use tax provisions relating to purchasing agents and exemptions for nonprofit organizations and for purchases by the state, schools, and governmental units; to provide a sales and use tax exemption for baling wire and twine as prescribed; to provide an income tax deduction to retired firefighters for health insurance premiums; to change provisions relating to distribution of certain sales and use tax revenue and the Nebraska Advantage Rural Development Act; to provide an income tax credit for certain food donations; to change provisions relating to the Nebraska Job Creation and Mainstreet Revitalization Act and homestead exemptions; to impose a tax on electronic nicotine delivery systems; to change provisions relating to the Nebraska Advantage Research and Development Act, the Nebraska Property Tax Incentive Act, and the ImagiNE Nebraska Act; to create a fund; to change provisions relating to a workforce housing grant program, the Nebraska Transformational Projects Act, a grant program of the Department of Economic Development, a grant program of the Nebraska Arts Council, and the Nebraska educational savings plan trust; to rename the Law Enforcement Education Act and change provisions therein; to change an operative date provision as prescribed; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to provide severability; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Lou Ann Linehan (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 12 • Actions: 154
• Last Amended: 06/06/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor on June 6, 2023
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OK bill #SB516 • Last Action 06/05/2023
Charter schools; creating the Statewide Charter School Board; providing for succession to certain contracts. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Creates the Statewide Charter School Board to have sole authority to sponsor statewide virtual charter schools and to sponsor other charter schools in the state. The bill establishes the board's membership, appointment process, powers and duties, and creates a revolving fund for the board's operations. The bill transfers oversight of virtual charter schools from the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board to the new Statewide Charter School Board, and also transfers oversight of other charter schools from the State Board of Education to the Statewide Charter School Board, with the State Board of Education retaining responsibility for accreditation and compliance with special education and federal laws. The bill establishes requirements and processes for the application, approval, renewal, and closure of charter schools and virtual charter schools. It also includes provisions related to student enrollment, staffing, funding, reporting, and other operational requirements for charter schools and virtual charter schools. The bill takes effect in September 2023 for some provisions and July 2024 for the remainder of the provisions.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 516 By: Pugh and Brooks of the Senate and Echols of the House An Act relating to charter schools; creating the Statewide Charter School Board; providing authority of board beginning on certain date; providing for membership; requiring initial appointments by certain date; providing terms of members; providing for annual election of chair and vice chair; providing for removal of members; providing for filling of vacancies; prohibiting certain legislators from serving as members; providing for travel reimbursement; requiring first meeting to be held by certain date; providing for frequency of meetings; specifying quorum requirements; requiring virtual charter schools to only be sponsored by the Statewide Charter School Board beginning on certain date; abolishing the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board upon certain date; providing for succession to certain rights, responsibilities, and agreements executed prior to certain date; providing for transfer of powers, duties, personnel, property, and other items; directing the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to coordinate certain transfers; providing for succession of certain contracts; providing for virtual charter school sponsorship contract renewal; providing for enforceability of certain administrative rules; granting rulemaking authority; providing for succession to certain rights, responsibilities, and agreements executed by the State Board of Education prior to certain date; directing Statewide Charter School Board to assume certain sponsorships; providing for certain sponsorship renewal; permitting certain charter schools to apply for sponsorship renewal with the Statewide Charter School Board; establishing powers and duties of the Statewide Charter School Board; reserving certain powers and duties for the State Board of Education; defining terms; providing for preparation of a conversion plan; providing for contents of plan; exempting conversion schools from certain laws; providing for funding of conversion schools; describing process for conversion school reversion; requiring Board to make publicly available a list of certain courses beginning on certain date; directing the Board, in certain conjunction, to negotiate and enter into contracts with certain providers; creating the Statewide Charter School Board Revolving Fund; specifying sources of fund; providing for expenditures; providing purpose of fund; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-104, which relates to powers and duties of the State Board of Education; updating statutory references; modifying reference from the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board to the Statewide Charter School Board; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3-132, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-132), 3-134, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-134), 3- 136, 3-137, 3-139, 3-140, 3-142, 3-143, and 3-144, which relate to implementation of the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; modifying eligibility of certain entities to sponsor charter schools; updating statutory language; exempting certain charter schools from certain limitation; striking duplicative language; transferring certain training duty from the State Department of Education to the Statewide Charter School Board; requiring training after certain date for certain sponsors; establishing deadline for training development and implementation; modifying application process and contents for certain schools; removing references to charter schools sponsored by certain entities; requiring certain charter application to be submitted first to certain school district; removing certain appeals process; prohibiting delegation of certain ENR. S. B. NO. 516 responsibilities to a school district without a contract; providing for powers and duties of charter school and virtual charter school sponsors; requiring Statewide Charter School Board to post certain information on its website; modifying contents of certain written contracts beginning on certain date; directing certain charter schools to be separate and distinct; defining term; modifying language regarding employment contracts; prohibiting certain schools from serving certain students without certain contract; authorizing sponsor to establish certain requirements or conditions for certain schools; updating references; directing certain charter schools to be included in certain bond planning conversations; providing for increase in length of certain charter contracts; prescribing a performance report prior to the final year of a charter contract renewal; permitting sponsor to require charter school to develop certain corrective action plan; authorizing nonrenewal of contract in certain cases; removing requirement of sponsor to appear before the State Board of Education in certain circumstances; requiring certain school to disclose revocation or nonrenewal in a subsequent application; including virtual charter schools in teacher salary and hiring provisions; updating statutory language; prescribing geographic boundaries for virtual charter schools; prohibiting certain students from participating in certain activities; designating certain students as transfer students; prescribing process for enrollment in virtual charter school; requiring transmission of student records within certain time period; directing certain notification if technology infrastructure is inadequate; prescribing limitation of student transfers; defining term; prohibiting additional transfer without certain concurrence; providing a grace period for withdrawal; requiring certain notification; providing for transfer for students who have a parent or guardian in the military; prescribing process for transfer; defining terms; prohibiting the Statewide Charter School Board from charging a fee for administrative or other services; ENR. S. B. NO. 516 specifying how sponsor fee is to be used; directing development of certain data codes for reporting expenditures; requiring sponsor to publish certain report on its website and present report in certain meeting; modifying language regarding calculation of certain weighted average daily membership; updating statutory language; transferring oversight authority of the Charter School Closure Reimbursement Revolving Fund; reassigning duty to submit certain annual report; modifying authority over the Charter Schools Incentive Fund; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3- 145.5, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 153, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-145.5), 3-145.7, and 3-145.8, which relate to virtual charter schools; removing outdated language; granting Statewide Virtual Charter School Board authority over certain revolving fund until certain date; transferring funds to certain revolving fund on certain date; updating statutory references; requiring sponsor governing board to designate representative to complete annual sponsor workshop requirement; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-200, which relates to management organizations; updating statutory language; requiring amounts paid to certain organizations be pursuant to contract terms; mandating disclosure pursuant to certain guidelines; updating statutory citations; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 18-124, which relates to limitations on administrative services expenditures; providing applicability of limitation to certain schools; clarifying calculation for specified schools; modifying definition; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1210.704, which relates to the provision of advanced placement courses; updating statutory language; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3-135, 3-145.1, 3-145.2, 3-145.3, and 3-145.4, which relate to sponsor contract guidelines, meetings, and rule promulgation of the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board; providing for severability; providing for codification; and providing effective dates. ENR. S. B. NO. 516 SUBJECT: Charter schools
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Adam Pugh (R)*, Jon Echols (R)*, Michael Brooks (D)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 05/25/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 06/05/2023
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NE bill #LB298 • Last Action 06/01/2023
Adopt the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact and require school districts and the State Department of Education to collect and report information regarding dyslexia and other learning disabilities and to establish dress code and grooming policies
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Requires each school district to collect and provide information to the State Department of Education regarding learning disabilities, including dyslexia, and the number of students tested, identified, and showing growth in reading. The Department must provide an annual report to the Legislature on this information. - Requires each school district to adopt a written dress code and grooming policy by July 1, 2025 that is consistent with a model policy developed by the State Department of Education. The bill sets limits on how dress code violations can be enforced and prohibits discrimination based on certain student characteristics. - Adopts the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, which establishes a process for expediting the licensure of teachers moving between member states. The bill requires the State Board of Education to adopt rules to implement the Compact. - Amends the definition of "certificated" or "certified" in state law to include teachers licensed through the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to education; to amend section 79-101, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to require each school district to collect and provide information regarding learning disabilities and the school board of each school district to adopt a written dress code and grooming policy as prescribed; to require the State Department of Education to provide a report and to develop a model dress code and grooming policy for schools as prescribed; to adopt the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; to provide a duty for the State Board of Education; to define and redefine terms; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original section.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Lou Ann Linehan (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 76
• Last Amended: 06/01/2023
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB630 amended into LB298 by AM1188
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IA bill #HF671 • Last Action 06/01/2023
A bill for an act establishing the professional counselors licensure compact. (Formerly HF 494, HF 90.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Professional Counselors Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate the interstate practice of licensed professional counselors and improve public access to their services. The key provisions include: 1. Defining the purpose, definitions, and state participation requirements of the compact. 2. Establishing the privilege to practice professional counseling in remote member states for licensed professional counselors. 3. Creating the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact, including its powers, duties, and governance structure. 4. Requiring the development of a coordinated data system for licensure, adverse action, and investigative information on all licensed professional counselors. 5. Outlining the rulemaking process, dispute resolution mechanisms, and enforcement procedures for the compact. 6. Specifying the implementation timeline, withdrawal process, and amendment procedures for the compact. The overall goal of this bill is to promote the portability of professional counseling licenses across member states, enhance public protection, and facilitate increased access to counseling services through the use of telehealth technology.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS LICENSURE COMPACT.
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• Introduced: 03/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0 : Ways and Means
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/26/2023
• Last Action: Signed by Governor. H.J. 1042.
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NE bill #LB413 • Last Action 06/01/2023
Adopt the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would adopt the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, which aims to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states by establishing a streamlined pathway to licensure and enhancing the ability of teachers to move across state lines. The bill would amend Nebraska's existing education laws to include provisions related to the compact, such as redefining the term "certificate, certificated, or certified" to include individuals granted a certificate through the compact, and requiring the State Board of Education to adopt rules and regulations to provide for teacher certification under the compact.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to education; to amend section 79-101, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2022; to adopt the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; to redefine a term; to provide a duty for the State Board of Education; and to repeal the original section.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 108th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Blood (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/12/2023
• Last Action: Provisions/portions of LB413 amended into LB298 by AM1691
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MN bill #SF3307 • Last Action 05/26/2023
Miscellaneous oversights, inconsistencies, ambiguities, unintended results, and technical errors corrected
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a series of miscellaneous corrections to recent legislative enactments, addressing oversights, inconsistencies, ambiguities, unintended results, and technical errors. Key provisions include: - Expanding the types of secondary documents accepted for noncompliant driver's licenses and ID cards. - Modifying the effective date and expiration of a workgroup on expediting rental assistance. - Clarifying eligibility requirements for certain housing grants. - Making technical corrections to effective dates and language in recent bills related to pupil units, collective bargaining agreements, prosecutor-initiated sentence adjustments, administrative costs for grants, unemployment insurance, and other areas. The bill is intended to ensure the proper implementation of recent legislative changes by addressing various technical issues identified after the original bills were enacted.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to legislative enactments; correcting miscellaneous oversights, inconsistencies, ambiguities, unintended results, and technical errors; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 268.057, subdivision 7; Laws 2023, chapter 13, article 1, section 7; Laws 2023, chapter 33, section 18; Laws 2023, chapter 37, article 2, section 8, subdivision 2; article 6, section 14; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 2, section 3, subdivision 8; article 6, section 10, subdivision 2; 2023 H.F. 1830, articles 2, section 16, if enacted; 7, section 10, if enacted; 2023 H.F. 2310, article 4, if enacted; 2023 H.F. No. 2497, article 1, if enacted.
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• Introduced: 04/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Ron Latz (D)*, Warren Limmer (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/22/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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ME bill #LD1331 • Last Action 05/25/2023
RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Change Term Limit Time Periods and the Frequency of Elections of Legislators
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to amend the Constitution of Maine to change the term of office for State Senators and State Representatives from 2 years to 4 years, and to change the number of consecutive years members of the State Senate and House of Representatives may serve from 8 years to 12 years. The bill also proposes to change the frequency of elections for these positions from biennially (every 2 years) to quadrennially (every 4 years), starting with the general election in 2024. The proposed amendment would be subject to a referendum vote by the people of Maine.
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Bill Summary: This resolution proposes to amend the Constitution of Maine to change the term of office for State Senators and State Representatives from 2 years to 4 years and change the number of consecutive years members of the State Senate and House of Representatives may serve from 8 years to 12 years.
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• Introduced: 03/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 131st Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Benjamin Collings (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/27/2023
• Last Action: Ought Not to Pass Pursuant To Joint Rule 310, May 25, 2023
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OK bill #HB2863 • Last Action 05/25/2023
Veterinary medicine; Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority (OSUVMA); creation; revolving funds; bonds; effective date; emergency.
Status: Veto Overridden
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority (OSUVMA), an agency of the state, to support and serve as teaching and training facilities for students enrolled at the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. The Authority is granted various powers, including the ability to issue revenue bonds, acquire property, and enter into agreements to operate veterinary hospitals and clinics. The bill also approves the creation of the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medical Trust, a public trust of which the state is the beneficiary, to lease and operate facilities from the Authority. The bill outlines various requirements and limitations for the Authority and the Trust in managing these facilities and programs.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to veterinary medicine; creating the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority Act; titling and providing reference for the act; defining terms; announcing mission, purposes, and legislative findings; declaring that certain power to govern be retained by certain board of regents; requiring certain hospitals, clinics, and facilities be subject to certain requirements, provide certain services, and participate in certain programs; creating the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority (OSUVMA) as an agency of the state; providing for alternative name and site; providing powers, duties, limitations and prohibitions on certain actions; providing Authority membership, appointing authority, membership term lengths, eligibility requirements, removal conditions, and appointment procedure for vacancies; establishing quorum requirements and organizational requirements; exempting Authority from certain requirements and acts; making Authority subject to certain requirements and acts; providing powers and duties; requiring certain reports be provided to certain entities at certain intervals; providing for the establishment of initial operations and organization; authorizing certain contracting; authorizing certain types of property acquisition, leasing, and disposal; authorizing the hire and employ of various positions; accept grants; issue revenue bonds under certain conditions and limitations; making bonding authority subject to a maximum outstanding bond cap; authorizing certain limiting interest rate; limiting term of issuances; requiring approval of certain fees and expenses; providing for replacement of certain bonds; allowing issuance of bonds without certain consent; authorizing refunding of bonds; requiring certain involvement by Attorney General in issuance of bonds of Authority; authorizing certain declaratory judgment action in Supreme Court; providing for validation proceeding for bonds; providing for certain legal characteristics of bonds; requiring certain notices; clarifying liability for such issuances; requiring certain audits comply with certain standards; establishing a petty cash fund; authorizing certain declaration of necessity; making Authority subject to certain budgetary requirements; limiting certain contractual agreements; providing for investment of certain funds; creating the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority Agency Special Account; providing account nature; providing certain revenues be deposited to account; requiring blanket bond coverage complying with certain conditions; creating the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority Disbursing Fund; providing fund nature; authorizing the budgeting and expenditure of funds for certain purposes by certain entity; creating the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority Marketing Revolving Fund; providing fund nature; authorizing the budgeting and expenditure of funds for certain purposes by certain entity; requiring certain fraction of operating budget be dedicated to fund; authorizing certain traffic and parking regulation by Authority; requiring regulation be accomplished pursuant to certain procedures; authorizing Authority to place certain persons on payroll and provide certain benefits; approving creation of Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medical Trust contingent on certain conditions; requiring certain provisions to be included in certain agreements; requiring approval of contingency review board for certain agreement; authorizing certain transfer of property; providing for reversion of property in certain circumstance; authorizing certain agreement; authorizing certain lease agreements under certain conditions and limitations; creating the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medical Trust Revolving Fund; providing fund nature; authorizing the budgeting and expenditure of funds for certain purposes by certain entity; providing for ENR. H. B. NO. 2863 codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Veterinary medicine
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Kevin Wallace (R)*, Chris Kidd (R)*, Anthony Moore (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 04/20/2023
• Last Action: Filed with Secretary of State
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OK bill #SB299 • Last Action 05/25/2023
Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education; recreating council until certain date; modifying appointment authority. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Veto Overridden
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the law regarding the Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education. It extends the council's existence until July 1, 2026, modifies the appointment authority for certain members, updates the statutory language, and provides for filling Council vacancies. The bill also requires the Council to evaluate and provide an annual report on the effectiveness of the public education system in meeting the needs of Native American students in Oklahoma.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 299 By: Thompson (Roger), Pemberton, and Boren of the Senate and Vancuren, Pittman, and Munson of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3- 173, which relates to composition and duties of the Council; recreating the council until certain date; modifying appointment authority for certain members; modifying date by which appointments are to be made; providing for the filling of certain vacancies; updating statutory language; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education
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• Introduced: 01/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Roger Thompson (R)*, Mark Vancuren (R)*, Cyndi Munson (D), Ajay Pittman (D), Dewayne Pemberton (R), Mary Boren (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/26/2023
• Last Action: Filed with Secretary of State
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OK bill #SB141 • Last Action 05/25/2023
State government; establishing provisions for State Capitol Preservation. Emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes several key provisions: 1. It requires the Department of Public Safety to create and submit a security plan for the Oklahoma State Capitol and Capitol grounds every three years, and coordinate with the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) to implement and staff the approved plan. 2. It creates the position of Capitol Liaison within the Legislative Service Bureau to serve as the primary liaison between the State Capitol Preservation Commission and the Legislature, as well as tenants of the Capitol. The Liaison will be responsible for submitting all proposals for the Capitol and grounds to the Commission for approval. 3. It transfers oversight of the Capitol restoration project from the State Capitol Repair Expenditure Oversight Committee to the State Capitol Preservation Commission. 4. It expands the responsibilities and membership of the State Capitol Preservation Commission, including approving restoration, preservation, enhancement, and modification projects, reviewing budgets and long-range plans, and establishing design standards. 5. It outlines the specific duties of OMES, the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, the Oklahoma Arts Council, and the Department of Transportation with respect to the management, maintenance, and operations of the Capitol and grounds. 6. It exempts Capitol maintenance, restoration, preservation, enhancement, and modification projects from the Public Competitive Bidding Act, and gives the Oklahoma Arts Council responsibility for state-owned art in the Capitol. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the governance and oversight of the Oklahoma State Capitol and grounds, centralizing responsibilities and decision-making under the State Capitol Preservation Commission.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; requiring the Department of Public Safety to create and submit security plan for certain locations on certain schedule; requiring coordination with certain agency; amending 73 O.S. 2021, Section 176, which relates to the permanent Capitol Liaison committee; creating the position of Capitol Liaison; transferring certain duties from the legislative liaison committee to the Capitol Liaison; requiring certain proposals to be submitted to the Capitol Liaison; providing that the Capitol Liaison is the primary liaison for Capitol tenants; amending 73 O.S. 2021, Section 345, which relates to the State Capitol Repair Expenditure Oversight Committee; terminating certain committee; deleting certain responsibilities; removing requirement for certain joint approval; deleting certain construction; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4101, which relates to definitions; modifying and defining terms; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4102, which relates to responsibilities of certain commission; extending sunset termination date; requiring approval of certain art in certain areas; stating purpose of certain commission; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4103, which relates to certain membership; modifying membership; providing procedures for selecting the chair; establishing meeting requirements; providing quorum requirements; providing that certain State Capitol Preservation Commission functions are additional functions of certain members; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4104, which relates to powers and responsibilities of the State Capitol Preservation Commission; modifying and adding certain powers and responsibilities; transferring certain oversight responsibilities; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4105, which relates to Capitol Architect and Curator duties; modifying certain duties of the Capitol Architect and Curator; providing duties of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, the Oklahoma Arts Council, the Department of Transportation, and the Capitol Liaison with respect to the Oklahoma State Capitol; directing the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to employ all necessary staff and consultants; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4108, which relates to application of act; expanding applicability of certain law; directing the Oklahoma Arts Council to be responsible for certain art; authorizing certain events; providing procedures for receiving funds; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 4109, which relates to exemptions from the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974; adding certain project exemptions; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 4106 and 4107, which relate to cooperation between State Capitol Preservation Commission and branches of state government and compliance with certain administrative requirements; deleting obsolete language; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Julia Kirt (D)*, Mark McBride (R)*, Cyndi Munson (D), Mike Dobrinski (R), Jessica Garvin (R), Cowboy Stephens (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 05/19/2023
• Last Action: CCR submitted
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OK bill #SB715 • Last Action 05/25/2023
Oklahoma Open Records Act; requiring certain notification for denial of access to records; authorizing court orders for release of certain records. Effective date.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act to require public bodies to notify requestors if they decide to keep certain personnel records confidential. It allows individuals denied access to these records to file a court action, and the court may order the release of the records if the public interest outweighs the privacy interest. The bill also allows the court to award costs and fees if the denial of access was unreasonable. Additionally, the bill clarifies certain exceptions to public inspection, such as allowing public employees access to their own personnel files and keeping confidential certain records related to the Oklahoma Teacher and Leader Effectiveness Evaluation System.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 715 By: Floyd of the Senate and Lawson of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.7, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 307, O.S.L. 2022 (51 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 24A.7), which relates to confidentiality of personnel records; requiring certain notification for denial of access to records; authorizing filing action upon certain denial; authorizing certain court orders for release of certain records; allowing award of certain costs and fees; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Open Records Act
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kay Floyd (D)*, Mark Lawson (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/01/2023
• Last Action: Veto override message received
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TN bill #HB0952 • Last Action 05/24/2023
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 33; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to the regulation of healthcare facilities.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes regulations regarding the licensing and regulating of certain medically related facilities. It amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 33; Title 68, and Title 71 to do the following: - Allows the Health Facilities Commission to license facilities that are additionally licensed by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for the purpose of providing acute care services. - Revises the composition and powers of the Health Facilities Commission, including granting it the authority to promulgate rules and conduct studies related to healthcare. - Modifies various provisions related to the licensing, inspection, and enforcement of healthcare facilities regulated by the Commission. - Requires the executive director of the Health Facilities Commission to submit an annual report on nursing home inspection and enforcement activities. - Allows mental health and substance abuse facilities licensed under Title 33 to also be licensed by other state departments or agencies.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, establishes regulations regarding the licensing and regulating of certain medically related facilities. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 33; Title 68 and Title 71.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Clark Boyd (R)*, Ron Gant (R), John Ragan (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/22/2023
• Last Action: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 466
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MN bill #HF2887 • Last Action 05/24/2023
Transportation finance and policy bill.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to transportation finance and policy in Minnesota. Here are the key provisions: - Establishes a budget and appropriations for the Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, and Metropolitan Council for various transportation purposes, including road construction and maintenance, transit operations, traffic safety, and more. - Authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to fund transportation projects. - Modifies various policy and finance provisions, including establishing a metropolitan region sales and use tax, requirements for the Metropolitan Council to implement and enforce transit safety measures, and administrative citations and criminal penalties related to transit. - Establishes an advisory committee, a task force, and a working group to provide input and recommendations on transportation issues. - Establishes pilot programs and requires studies on topics like post-COVID public transportation, safe transportation fuel standards, and transportation greenhouse gas emissions. - Transfers money to various transportation-related accounts and funds, including the active transportation account and the transportation advancement account. The bill aims to provide funding and policy changes to support the state's transportation system, with a focus on improving transit, active transportation, safety, and addressing climate change impacts.
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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 prior appropriations; authorizing the sale and issuance of state bonds; modifying various policy and finance provisions; establishing metropolitan region sales and use tax; requiring Metropolitan Council to implement and enforce transit safety measures; authorizing administrative citations; establishing criminal penalties; establishing an advisory committee, a task force, and a working group; establishing pilot programs; requiring a study; requiring reports; transferring money; making conforming changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.9741, subdivision 5; 13.69, subdivision 1; 13.6905, by adding a subdivision; 115E.042, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, by adding a subdivision; 123B.90, subdivision 2; 151.37, subdivision 12; 160.262, subdivision 3; 160.266, subdivisions 1b, 6, by adding a subdivision; 160.27, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 161.045, subdivision 3; 161.082, subdivision 2a; 161.088, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 5, as amended, by adding subdivisions; 161.115, subdivision 265, by adding a subdivision; 161.125, subdivision 1; 161.14, subdivision 97, by adding a subdivision; 161.32, subdivision 2; 161.41; 161.45, subdivisions 1, 2; 161.46, subdivision 2; 161.53; 162.07, subdivision 2; 162.13, subdivisions 2, 3; 162.145, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 163.051, subdivision 1; 168.002, by adding a subdivision; 168.012, by adding a subdivision; 168.013, subdivisions 1a, 8; 168.1235, subdivision 1; 168.1253, subdivision 3; 168.1293, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 168.1295, subdivision 5; 168.1296, subdivision 5; 168.1298, subdivision 5; 168.185; 168.27, subdivisions 11, 16, 31; 168.326; 168.327, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5b, by adding a subdivision; 168.33, subdivision 7; 168.345, subdivision 2; 168.381, subdivision 4; 168A.11, subdivision 3; 168A.151, subdivision 1; 168A.152, subdivision 2; 168A.29, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 168A.31, subdivision 2; 168B.045; 168B.07, subdivision 1; 168D.06; 168D.07; 169.011, subdivision 27, by adding a subdivision; 169.09, subdivisions 8, 13, by adding a subdivision; 169.14, by adding subdivisions; 169.18, subdivision 11, by adding a subdivision; 169.222, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 169.345, subdivision 2; 169.346, subdivision 2a; 169.451, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 169.454, subdivision 2; 169.475, subdivisions 2, 3; 169.70; 169.781, subdivision 3; 169.8261; 169.865, subdivision 1a; 169A.60, subdivisions 13, 16; 171.01, by adding subdivisions; 171.041; 171.042; 171.05, subdivision 2; 171.06, subdivisions 2, 3, as amended, 7, by adding a subdivision; 171.0605, subdivisions 3, 5; 171.061, subdivision 4; 171.07, subdivisions 11, 15; 171.0705, by adding a subdivision; 171.12, subdivision 1a, by adding a subdivision; 171.13, 1 HF2887 FIFTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR KRB H2887-5 subdivisions 1, 1a, 7; 171.26; 171.29, subdivision 2; 171.306, subdivision 4; 171.36; 174.01, by adding a subdivision; 174.03, subdivision 1c; 174.38, subdivisions 3, 5, 6; 174.40, subdivision 4a; 174.50, subdivision 7; 174.52, subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 174.634; 219.015, subdivision 2; 219.1651; 221.0269, by adding a subdivision; 222.37, subdivision 1; 222.50, subdivision 7; 239.761, by adding a subdivision; 256.9752, by adding a subdivision; 270C.15; 296A.07, subdivision 3; 296A.08, subdivision 2; 297A.64, subdivisions 1, 2; 297A.71, by adding a subdivision; 297A.94; 297A.99, subdivision 1; 297A.993, by adding a subdivision; 297B.02, subdivision 1; 297B.03; 297B.09; 299A.01, by adding a subdivision; 299A.55; 299A.705, subdivision 1; 299F.60, subdivision 1; 299J.16, subdivision 1; 325F.6641, subdivision 2; 357.021, subdivisions 6, 7; 360.915, subdivision 6; 473.145; 473.375, by adding a subdivision; 473.39, subdivision 6, by adding a subdivision; 473.3999; 473.4051; 473.408, by adding a subdivision; 473.859, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 609.50, subdivision 1; 609.855, subdivisions 1, 3, 7, by adding a subdivision; Laws 2005, First Special Session chapter 6, article 3, section 103; Laws 2013, chapter 127, section 63; Laws 2018, chapter 214, article 1, section 16, subdivision 11, as amended; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 5, article 1, section 4, subdivision 4; article 4, section 143; Laws 2022, chapter 39, section 2; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 4; 41A; 123B; 160; 161; 162; 168; 169; 171; 174; 219; 289A; 290; 297A; 473; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 168E; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 160.05, subdivision 2; 167.45; 168.121, subdivision 5; 168.1282, subdivision 5; 168.1294, subdivision 5; 168.1299, subdivision 4; 168.345, subdivision 1; 168B.15; 169.829, subdivision 2; 171.06, subdivision 3a; 299A.705, subdivision 2; 360.915, subdivision 5; 473.1467; 473.408, subdivisions 6, 7, 8, 9; Laws 2002, chapter 393, section 85; Minnesota Rules, parts 7411.0530; 7411.0535; 8835.0350, subpart 2.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Frank Hornstein (D)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 25 • Actions: 75
• Last Amended: 05/22/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State Chapter 68
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TN bill #SB0858 • Last Action 05/24/2023
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 33; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to the regulation of healthcare facilities.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes regulations regarding the licensing and regulating of certain medically related facilities. Key provisions include: - Allowing the Health Facilities Commission to license facilities that are additionally licensed by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for the purpose of providing acute care services. - Authorizing the Commission to promulgate rules for designating rural emergency hospitals. - Establishing procedures for the recovery and collection of civil monetary penalties owed to the Commission. - Modifying the composition and operations of the Health Facilities Commission, including expanding its authority and responsibilities. - Allowing mental health and substance abuse facilities licensed under Title 33 to be additionally licensed by other state departments or agencies. The bill takes effect in two phases - provisions related to rulemaking take effect upon becoming law, while the majority of the provisions take effect on July 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, establishes regulations regarding the licensing and regulating of certain medically related facilities. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 33; Title 68 and Title 71.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Shane Reeves (R)*, Ed Jackson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 05/22/2023
• Last Action: Effective date(s) 05/17/2023, 07/01/2023, 07/01/2024
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MN bill #SF2934 • Last Action 05/24/2023
Omnibus Human Services appropriations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key changes to the provision of human services in Minnesota: 1. It establishes the Department of Direct Care and Treatment, which will take over the operation of state-run mental health and substance use disorder treatment facilities, as well as other direct care services currently administered by the Department of Human Services. 2. It expands access to supportive housing, caregiver respite services, and home and community-based services for older adults and people with disabilities. This includes increasing funding for grants and rate adjustments for these services. 3. It makes changes to the Opioid Prescribing Improvement Program, including allowing the commissioner more discretion in disenrolling or requiring quality improvement for providers whose prescribing practices fall outside community standards. 4. It establishes new grant programs to support the substance use disorder treatment provider workforce, including start-up and capacity-building grants for new withdrawal management programs and safe recovery sites. 5. It imposes new requirements for sober homes, including maintaining a supply of opioid antagonists and following certain operating standards. 6. It increases reimbursement rates for certain home and community-based services, including home health, early intensive developmental and behavioral intervention, and disability waiver services. The bill aims to strengthen the state's continuum of care for behavioral health and long-term services and supports, with a focus on expanding access, improving quality, and supporting the direct care workforce.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying provisions governing disability services, aging services, health care, behavioral health, substance use disorder, the Opioid Prescribing Improvement Program, human services licensing, and direct care and treatment; establishing the Department of Direct Care and Treatment; making technical and conforming changes; establishing certain grants; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 4.046, subdivisions 6, 7; 15.01; 15.06, subdivision 1; 43A.08, subdivision 1a; 179A.54, by adding a subdivision; 241.021, subdivision 1; 241.31, subdivision 5; 241.415; 245.037; 245.91, subdivision 4; 245A.03, subdivision 7; 245A.04, subdivision 7; 245A.07, by adding subdivisions; 245A.10, subdivision 6, by adding a subdivision; 245A.11, subdivisions 7, 7a; 245A.13, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9; 245D.03, subdivision 1; 245G.02, subdivision 2; 245G.08, subdivision 3; 245G.09, subdivision 3; 245G.22, subdivision 15, as amended if enacted; 246.54, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 252.27, subdivision 2a; 252.50, subdivision 2; 253B.10, subdivision 1; 254B.01, by adding a subdivision; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 5; 256.01, subdivision 19; 256.042, subdivisions 1, 2; 256.043, subdivisions 3, 3a; 256.975, subdivision 6; 256.9754; 256B.04, by adding a subdivision; 256B.056, subdivision 3; 256B.057, subdivision 9; 256B.0625, subdivisions 17, 17a, 17b, 18h, 22, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0638, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0659, subdivisions 1, 12, 19, 24, by adding a subdivision; 256B.073, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0759, subdivision 2; 256B.0911, subdivision 13; 256B.0913, subdivisions 4, 5; 256B.0917, subdivision 1b; 256B.092, subdivision 1a; 256B.0949, subdivision 15; 256B.14, subdivision 2; 256B.49, subdivision 13; 256B.4905, subdivision 4a; 256B.4911, by adding a subdivision; 256B.4912, by adding subdivisions; 256B.4914, subdivisions 3, as amended, 4, 5, 5a, 5b, 6, 6a, 6b, 6c, 7a, 7b, 7c, 8, 9, 10, 10a, 10c, 12, 14, by adding subdivisions; 256B.5012, by adding subdivisions; 256B.766; 256B.85, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 256B.851, subdivisions 3, 5, 6; 256D.425, subdivision 1; 256I.05, by adding subdivisions; 256M.42; 256R.17, subdivision 2; 256R.25; 256R.47; 256R.53, by adding a subdivision; 256S.15, subdivision 2; 256S.18, by adding a subdivision; 256S.19, subdivision 3; 256S.21; 256S.2101, subdivision 1; 256S.211; 256S.212; 256S.213; 256S.214; 256S.215, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17; 268.19, subdivision 1; Laws 2019, chapter 63, article 3, section 1, as amended; Laws 2021, chapter 30, article 12, section 5, as amended; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 16, section 28, as amended; article 17, sections 8; 16; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 121A; 245; 245A; 245D; 252; 254B; 256; 256B; 256I; 256R; 1 SF2934 REVISOR DTT S2934-4 4th Engrossment 325F; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 246C; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 245G.05, subdivision 2; 245G.06, subdivision 2; 246.18, subdivisions 2, 2a; 256B.0759, subdivision 6; 256B.0917, subdivisions 1a, 6, 7a, 13; 256B.4914, subdivisions 6b, 9a; 256S.19, subdivision 4; 256S.2101, subdivision 2.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : John Hoffman (D)*, Jim Abeler (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 74
• Last Amended: 05/21/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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MN bill #HF2497 • Last Action 05/24/2023
Education finance bill.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key changes to education finance and policy in Minnesota: 1. It establishes a goal for every child to be reading at or above grade level every year beginning in kindergarten, and requires districts to provide evidence-based reading instruction to support this goal. The bill outlines requirements for screening, intervention, and professional development for teachers. 2. It prohibits the use of American Indian mascots by public schools, with an exception for schools located on a reservation with a high percentage of American Indian students. 3. It increases funding and support for American Indian education programs, including requirements for American Indian culture and language classes and parent/community involvement. 4. It aims to increase the percentage of teachers of color and American Indian teachers in Minnesota through various recruitment, preparation, and retention initiatives, including scholarships, mentoring, and hiring bonuses. 5. It expands access to concurrent enrollment and "Introduction to Teaching" courses for high school students. 6. It establishes new requirements and support for charter schools, including a market need and demand study for new or expanded sites, and compliance with certain state laws such as the Pupil Fair Dismissal Act. 7. It creates several new grant programs, including for closing opportunity gaps, supporting heritage language and culture teachers, and developing a pipeline of special education teachers. The bill makes numerous other changes to education policy, staffing, curriculum, and funding in an effort to improve outcomes and equity for Minnesota students.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education finance; providing funding for prekindergarten through grade 12 education; modifying provisions for general education, education excellence, literacy, American Indian education, teachers, charter schools, special education, facilities, nutrition, libraries, early childhood, community education, and state agencies; making forecast adjustments; providing for rulemaking; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.32, subdivision 3; 120A.20, subdivision 1; 120A.22, subdivision 10; 120A.414, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 120A.42; 120B.018, subdivision 6; 120B.021, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, as amended, by adding a subdivision; 120B.022, subdivision 1; 120B.024, subdivisions 1, 2; 120B.11, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 120B.12; 120B.122, subdivision 1; 120B.15; 120B.30, subdivisions 1, 1a; 120B.301; 120B.35, subdivision 3; 120B.36, subdivision 2; 121A.031, subdivision 6; 121A.04, subdivisions 1, 2; 121A.41, subdivision 7, by adding subdivisions; 121A.425; 121A.45, subdivision 1; 121A.46, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 121A.47, subdivisions 2, 14; 121A.53, subdivision 1; 121A.55; 121A.58; 121A.582, subdivision 1; 121A.61, subdivisions 1, 3, by adding subdivisions; 122A.06, subdivisions 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, by adding subdivisions; 122A.07, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 4a, 5, 6; 122A.09, subdivisions 4, 6, 9, 10; 122A.091, subdivisions 1, 2; 122A.092, subdivision 5; 122A.15, subdivision 1; 122A.18, subdivisions 1, 2, 10, by adding a subdivision; 122A.181, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 122A.182, subdivisions 1, 4, by adding subdivisions; 122A.183, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 122A.184, subdivision 1; 122A.185, subdivisions 1, 4; 122A.187, subdivisions 1, 5, by adding a subdivision; 122A.19, subdivision 4; 122A.26, subdivision 2; 122A.31, subdivision 1; 122A.40, subdivisions 3, 5, 8; 122A.41, subdivisions 2, 5, by adding a subdivision; 122A.415, subdivision 4; 122A.59; 122A.63, by adding a subdivision; 122A.635; 122A.69; 122A.70; 122A.73, subdivisions 2, 3, 5; 123B.147, subdivision 3; 123B.595, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 8a, 9, 10, 11; 123B.71, subdivisions 9, 12; 123B.86, subdivision 3; 123B.92, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 124D.03, subdivisions 3, 5; 124D.09, subdivisions 3, 5, 12, 13; 124D.111, subdivisions 1a, as amended, 2a, 5; 124D.1158, as amended; 124D.119; 124D.128, subdivisions 1, 2; 124D.151, subdivision 6; 124D.20, subdivisions 3, 5; 124D.2211; 124D.231; 124D.42, subdivision 8; 124D.531, subdivisions 1, 4; 124D.55; 124D.56; 124D.59, subdivisions 2, 2a; 124D.65, subdivision 5; 124D.68, subdivisions 2, 3; 124D.73, by adding a subdivision; 124D.74, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, by adding a subdivision; 124D.76; 124D.78; 124D.79, subdivision 2; 124D.791, subdivision 4; 124D.81; 124D.861, subdivision 2; 124D.862, subdivision 8; 124D.98, by adding a 1 HF2497 FIFTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR CM H2497-5 subdivision; 124D.99, subdivisions 2, 3, 5; 124E.02; 124E.03, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 124E.05, subdivisions 4, 7; 124E.06, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 124E.10, subdivision 1; 124E.11; 124E.12, subdivision 1; 124E.13, subdivisions 1, 3; 124E.16; 124E.25, subdivision 1a; 125A.03; 125A.08; 125A.0942; 125A.15; 125A.51; 125A.515, subdivision 3; 125A.71, subdivision 1; 125A.76, subdivisions 2c, 2e, by adding a subdivision; 126C.05, subdivisions 3, as amended, 19; 126C.10, subdivisions 2, 2a, 2d, 2e, 3, 4, 13, 14, 18a, by adding subdivisions; 126C.12, by adding a subdivision; 126C.15, subdivisions 1, 2, 5; 126C.17, by adding a subdivision; 126C.40, subdivisions 1, 6; 126C.43, subdivision 2; 126C.44; 127A.353, subdivisions 2, 4; 128C.01, subdivision 4; 134.31, subdivisions 1, 4a; 134.32, subdivision 4; 134.34, subdivision 1; 134.355, subdivisions 1, 5, 6, 7; 144.4165; 256B.0625, subdivision 26; 268.085, subdivision 7; 290.0679, subdivision 2; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 13, article 1, section 10, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9; article 2, section 4, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 12, 27; article 3, section 7, subdivision 7; article 5, section 3, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; article 7, section 2, subdivisions 2, 3; article 8, section 3, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; article 9, section 4, subdivisions 5, 6, 12; article 10, section 1, subdivisions 2, 8; article 11, section 4, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 18, section 4, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 120B; 121A; 122A; 124D; 125A; 127A; 134; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 120B.02, subdivision 3; 120B.35, subdivision 5; 122A.06, subdivision 4; 122A.07, subdivision 2a; 122A.091, subdivisions 3, 6; 122A.18, subdivision 7c; 122A.182, subdivision 2; 124D.095, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8; 126C.05, subdivisions 3, 16; 268.085, subdivision 8; Laws 2023, chapter 18, section 4, subdivision 5; Minnesota Rules, part 8710.0500, subparts 8, 11.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Cheryl Youakim (D)*, Laurie Pryor (D), Mary Clardy (D), Josiah Hill (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 86
• Last Amended: 05/17/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State Chapter 55
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MN bill #HF1830 • Last Action 05/24/2023
State government finance bill.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes the following key provisions: This bill establishes a biennial budget and appropriates money for various state agencies, constitutional offices, the legislature, retirement accounts, and other government entities. It also makes changes to policy provisions related to state government operations, local government policy, elections administration, campaign finance, information technology and cybersecurity, grants oversight, and state employees with disabilities. Key provisions include: - Establishing a new appropriations process for the legislature's budget and operations. - Revising the process for appointing and compensating state agency heads. - Expanding the authority and duties of the Legislative Coordinating Commission. - Making changes to the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board. - Establishing a new voting operations, technology, and election resources account to provide funding to local governments for election administration costs. - Authorizing early voting for state and federal elections. - Making various changes to voter registration, absentee voting, and election administration procedures. - Providing funding for cybersecurity enhancements, cloud transformation, and other IT initiatives. - Creating new offices and programs related to sustainability, translations, and dispute resolution. - Modifying requirements for state facility asset preservation and construction projects. - Allowing municipalities to use a construction manager at risk procurement method. - Providing additional investment authority for certain local government funds. The bill also includes a number of technical, conforming, and clarifying changes related to these policy areas.
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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, certain retirement accounts, certain offices, departments, boards, commissions, councils, general contingent account, and tort claims; transferring certain funds; providing revenue recapture; requiring appropriation reduction for executive agencies; canceling a certain general fund appropriation; making changes to policy provisions for state government operations, local government policy, elections administration, campaign finance, information technology and cybersecurity, grants oversight, and state employees with disabilities; providing penalties; requiring reports; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 1.135, subdivisions 2, 4, 6, by adding a subdivision; 1.141, subdivision 1; 3.011; 3.012; 3.099, subdivision 3; 3.195, subdivision 1; 3.303, subdivision 6; 3.855, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 3.888, subdivision 5, by adding subdivisions; 3.97, subdivision 2; 3.972, subdivision 3; 3.978, subdivision 2; 3.979, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 4.045; 5.30, subdivision 2; 5B.06; 6.91, subdivision 4; 9.031, subdivision 3; 10.44; 10.45; 10.5805; 10A.01, subdivisions 5, 21, 26, 30, by adding subdivisions; 10A.022, subdivision 3; 10A.025, subdivision 4; 10A.03, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 10A.04, subdivisions 3, 4, 6, 9; 10A.05; 10A.06; 10A.071, subdivision 1; 10A.09, subdivision 5, by adding a subdivision; 10A.121, subdivisions 1, 2; 10A.15, subdivisions 3, 5, by adding subdivisions; 10A.17, subdivision 5, by adding a subdivision; 10A.20, subdivisions 2a, 5, 12; 10A.244; 10A.25, subdivision 3a; 10A.271, subdivision 1; 10A.273, subdivision 1; 10A.275, subdivision 1; 10A.31, subdivision 4; 10A.38; 12.03, by adding subdivisions; 12.31, subdivision 2; 12.36; 13.04, subdivision 4; 13D.02, subdivision 1; 15.0395; 15.066, by adding a subdivision; 15A.0815, subdivisions 1, 2; 15A.082, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, by adding a subdivision; 15A.0825, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 9; 16A.011, by adding a subdivision; 16A.055, by adding a subdivision; 16A.103, subdivisions 1, 1b, as amended, by adding a subdivision; 16A.122, subdivision 2; 16A.126, subdivision 1; 16A.1286, subdivision 2; 16A.15, subdivision 3; 16A.152, subdivisions 2, 4; 16A.632, subdivision 2; 16A.97; 16B.307, subdivision 1; 16B.32, subdivisions 1, 1a; 16B.33, subdivisions 1, 3, 3a, by adding a subdivision; 16B.4805, subdivision 1; 16B.58, by adding a subdivision; 16B.87, subdivision 2; 16B.97, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 16B.98, subdivisions 5, 6, 8, by adding subdivisions; 16B.991; 16C.10, subdivision 2; 16C.16, subdivisions 6, 6a, 7; 16C.19; 16C.251; 16C.32, subdivision 1; 16C.36; 16E.01, subdivisions 1a, 3, by adding a subdivision; 16E.016; 16E.03, subdivisions 2, 4a, by adding a subdivision; 16E.14, subdivision 1 HF1830 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR SGS H1830-4 4; 16E.21, subdivisions 1, 2; 43A.01, subdivision 2; 43A.02, by adding subdivisions; 43A.04, subdivisions 1a, 4, 7; 43A.06, subdivision 1; 43A.08, subdivision 1; 43A.09; 43A.10, subdivisions 2a, 7; 43A.14; 43A.15, subdivision 14, by adding a subdivision; 43A.18, subdivision 1; 43A.19, subdivision 1; 43A.191; 43A.21, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 43A.36, subdivision 1; 43A.421; 116J.994, subdivision 3; 118A.09, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 135A.17, subdivision 2; 137.0245, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 138.081, subdivision 3; 138.665, subdivision 2; 138.912, subdivisions 1, 2; 145.951; 155A.23, subdivisions 8, 18, by adding a subdivision; 155A.27, subdivisions 1, 5a, 10; 155A.271, subdivision 1; 155A.29, subdivision 1; 161.1419, subdivision 2; 179A.03, subdivision 14; 179A.22, subdivision 4; 200.02, subdivision 7; 201.014, subdivision 2a, as added; 201.022, subdivision 1; 201.061, subdivisions 1, 3, by adding a subdivision; 201.071, subdivisions 1, as amended, 8; 201.091, subdivision 4a; 201.12, subdivision 2; 201.121, subdivision 1; 201.13, subdivision 3; 201.145, subdivisions 3, 4; 201.1611, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 201.195; 201.225, subdivision 2; 202A.13; 202A.18, subdivision 2a; 203B.001; 203B.01, by adding subdivisions; 203B.03, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 203B.05, subdivision 1; 203B.06, subdivision 3; 203B.07, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 203B.08, subdivisions 1, 3; 203B.081, subdivisions 1, 3, by adding subdivisions; 203B.085; 203B.11, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 203B.12, subdivisions 7, 8, by adding a subdivision; 203B.121, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 203B.16, subdivision 2; 203B.21, subdivisions 1, 3; 203B.23, subdivision 2; 203B.24, subdivision 1; 204B.06, subdivisions 1, 1b, 4a, by adding a subdivision; 204B.071; 204B.09, subdivisions 1, 3; 204B.13, by adding a subdivision; 204B.14, subdivision 2; 204B.16, subdivision 1; 204B.19, subdivision 6; 204B.21, subdivision 2; 204B.26; 204B.28, subdivision 2; 204B.32, subdivision 2; 204B.35, by adding a subdivision; 204B.45, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 204B.46; 204B.49; 204C.04, subdivision 1; 204C.07, subdivision 4; 204C.10, as amended; 204C.15, subdivision 1; 204C.24, subdivision 1; 204C.28, subdivision 1; 204C.33, subdivision 3; 204C.35, by adding a subdivision; 204C.39, subdivision 1; 204D.08, subdivision 6; 204D.09, subdivision 2; 204D.13, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 204D.16; 204D.25, subdivision 1; 205.13, subdivision 5; 205.16, subdivision 2; 205.175, subdivision 3; 205A.09, subdivision 2; 205A.10, subdivision 5; 205A.12, subdivision 5; 206.58, subdivisions 1, 3; 206.61, subdivision 1; 206.80; 206.83; 206.845, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 206.86, by adding a subdivision; 206.90, subdivision 10; 207A.12; 207A.15, subdivision 2; 208.05; 209.021, subdivision 2; 211A.02, subdivision 1; 211B.11, subdivision 1; 211B.15, subdivisions 4a, as added, 8; 211B.20, subdivision 1; 211B.32, subdivision 1, as amended; 307.08; 349A.02, subdivision 1; 367.03, subdivision 6; 381.12, subdivision 2; 383B.145, by adding a subdivision; 383B.32, subdivision 2; 428A.01, by adding subdivisions; 428A.02, subdivision 1; 428A.03, by adding a subdivision; 447.32, subdivision 4; 462A.22, subdivision 10; 471.345, by adding a subdivision; 473.606, subdivision 5; 473.704, subdivision 3; 507.0945; 645.44, subdivision 5, as amended; Laws 2023, chapter 5, sections 1; 2; Laws 2023, chapter 34, article 2, section 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 1; 2; 3; 5; 8; 10A; 15; 16A; 16B; 16E; 43A; 118A; 134; 138; 155A; 203B; 208; 211B; 381; 412; 471; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 1.135, subdivisions 3, 5; 1.141, subdivisions 3, 4, 6; 4A.01; 4A.04; 4A.06; 4A.07; 4A.11; 12.03, subdivision 5d; 15A.0815, subdivisions 3, 4, 5; 16A.98; 16B.24, subdivision 13; 16B.323; 16B.326; 16E.0466, subdivision 2; 43A.17, subdivision 9; 124D.23, subdivision 9; 136F.03; 179.90; 179.91; 202A.16, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 203B.081, subdivision 2; 204D.04, subdivision 1; 383B.143, subdivisions 2, 3; 383C.806; Laws 2014, chapter 287, section 25, as amended; Laws 2023, chapter 34, article 4, section 1, subdivision 2; Minnesota Rules, parts 4511.0100, subpart 1a; 4511.0600, subpart 5. 2 HF1830 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT REVISOR SGS H1830-4
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Ginny Klevorn (D)*, Samakab Hussein (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 28 • Actions: 110
• Last Amended: 05/20/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State Chapter 62
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MN bill #SF2995 • Last Action 05/24/2023
Omnibus Health appropriations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one paragraph summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill makes a number of changes related to health care, health insurance, and health policy in Minnesota. Key provisions include: requiring hospitals to provide patients with information on contraceptive options; allowing medical assistance to cover a 12-month supply of prescription contraceptives; increasing payment rates for family planning and abortion services; expanding medical assistance coverage for adults who were in foster care; annually adjusting rates for certain behavioral health services; establishing a comprehensive drug overdose and morbidity prevention program; creating the Office of African American Health and the Office of American Indian Health to address health disparities; and expanding school-based health centers across the state.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; modifying provisions governing health care, health insurance, health policy, the Department of Health, medical education and research costs, health care workforce, health-related licensing boards, background studies, human services licensing, behavioral health, economic assistance, housing and homelessness, children and families, child care workforce, child support, child safety, child permanency, health care affordability and delivery, human services policy, and certified community behavioral health clinics; establishing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families; making technical and conforming changes; requiring reports; making forecast adjustments; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 4.045; 10.65, subdivision 2; 12A.08, subdivision 3; 13.10, subdivision 5; 13.46, subdivision 4; 13.465, subdivision 8; 15.01; 15.06, subdivision 1; 15A.0815, subdivision 2; 16A.151, subdivision 2; 43A.08, subdivision 1a; 62A.045; 62A.30, by adding subdivisions; 62A.673, subdivision 2; 62J.03, by adding a subdivision; 62J.17, subdivision 5a; 62J.692, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 8; 62J.824; 62J.84, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, by adding subdivisions; 62K.10, subdivision 4; 62K.15; 62Q.01, by adding a subdivision; 62Q.021, by adding a subdivision; 62Q.55, subdivision 5; 62Q.556; 62Q.56, subdivision 2; 62Q.675; 62Q.73, subdivisions 1, 7; 62U.01, by adding a subdivision; 62U.04, subdivisions 4, 5, 5a, 11, by adding subdivisions; 62V.05, subdivision 4a; 103I.005, subdivisions 17a, 20a, by adding a subdivision; 103I.208, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 119B.011, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, 13, 15, 19a; 119B.02, subdivision 4; 119B.025, subdivision 4; 119B.03, subdivisions 3, 4a; 119B.05, subdivision 1; 119B.09, subdivision 7; 119B.095, subdivisions 2, 3; 119B.10, subdivisions 1, 3; 119B.105, subdivision 2; 119B.125, subdivisions 1, 1a, 1b, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7; 119B.13, subdivisions 1, 4, 6; 119B.16, subdivisions 1a, 1c, 3; 119B.161, subdivisions 2, 3; 119B.19, subdivision 7; 121A.335; 122A.18, subdivision 8; 144.122; 144.1481, subdivision 1; 144.1501, subdivision 2; 144.1505; 144.1506, subdivision 4; 144.2151; 144.218, subdivisions 1, 2; 144.222; 144.225, subdivision 2; 144.2252; 144.226, subdivisions 3, 4; 144.382, by adding subdivisions; 144.55, subdivision 3; 144.615, subdivision 7; 144.651, by adding a subdivision; 144.6535, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 144.69; 144.9501, subdivisions 9, 17, 26a, 26b, by adding subdivisions; 144.9505, subdivisions 1, 1g, 1h; 144.9508, subdivision 2; 144A.06, subdivision 2; 144A.071, subdivision 2; 144A.073, subdivision 3b; 144A.474, subdivisions 3, 9, 12; 144A.4791, subdivision 10; 144E.001, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 144E.101, subdivisions 6, 7, 12; 144E.103, subdivision 1; 144E.35; 144G.16, subdivision 7; 144G.18; 144G.57, subdivision 8; 145.411, subdivisions 1, 5; 145.4131, subdivisions 1, 2; 145.4134; 145.423, subdivision 1; 1 SF2995 REVISOR DTT S2995-4 4th Engrossment 145.4716, subdivision 3; 145.87, subdivision 4; 145.924; 145.925; 145A.131, subdivisions 1, 2, 5; 145A.14, by adding a subdivision; 147.02, subdivision 1; 147.03, subdivision 1; 147.037, subdivision 1; 147.141; 147A.16; 147B.02, subdivisions 4, 7; 148.261, subdivision 1; 148.512, subdivisions 10a, 10b, by adding subdivisions; 148.513, by adding a subdivision; 148.515, subdivision 6; 148.5175; 148.5195, subdivision 3; 148.5196, subdivision 1; 148.5197; 148.5198; 148B.392, subdivision 2; 150A.08, subdivisions 1, 5; 150A.091, by adding a subdivision; 150A.13, subdivision 10; 151.065, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 6; 151.37, subdivision 12; 151.555; 151.74, subdivisions 3, 4; 152.126, subdivisions 4, 5, 6; 152.28, subdivision 1; 152.29, subdivision 3a; 153A.13, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, by adding subdivisions; 153A.14, subdivisions 1, 2, 2h, 2i, 2j, 4, 4a, 4b, 4c, 4e, 6, 9, 11, by adding a subdivision; 153A.15, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 153A.17; 153A.175; 153A.18; 153A.20; 168B.07, subdivision 3; 245.095; 245.462, subdivision 17; 245.4661, subdivision 9; 245.4663, subdivisions 1, 4; 245.469, subdivision 3; 245.4889, subdivision 1; 245.4901, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245.735, subdivisions 3, 5, 6, by adding subdivisions; 245A.02, subdivisions 2c, 5a, 6b, 10b, by adding a subdivision; 245A.03, subdivision 2; 245A.04, subdivisions 1, 4, 7, 7a; 245A.041, by adding a subdivision; 245A.05; 245A.055, subdivision 2; 245A.06, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 245A.07, subdivisions 1, 2a, 3; 245A.10, subdivisions 3, 4; 245A.11, by adding a subdivision; 245A.14, subdivision 4; 245A.1435; 245A.146, subdivision 3; 245A.16, subdivisions 1, 9, by adding subdivisions; 245A.18, subdivision 2; 245A.50, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 6, 9; 245A.52, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 245A.66, by adding a subdivision; 245C.02, subdivisions 6a, 11c, 13e, by adding subdivisions; 245C.03, subdivisions 1, 1a, 4, 5, 5a; 245C.031, subdivisions 1, 4; 245C.04, subdivision 1; 245C.05, subdivisions 1, 2c, 4, by adding a subdivision; 245C.07; 245C.08, subdivision 1; 245C.10, subdivisions 1d, 2, 2a, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 9a, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21; 245C.15, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 245C.17, subdivisions 2, 3, 6; 245C.21, subdivisions 1a, 2; 245C.22, subdivision 7; 245C.23, subdivisions 1, 2; 245C.30, subdivision 2; 245C.31, subdivision 1; 245C.32, subdivision 2; 245C.33, subdivision 4; 245D.261, subdivision 3, as added if enacted; 245E.06, subdivision 3; 245G.01, by adding a subdivision; 245G.03, subdivision 1; 245G.11, subdivision 10; 245G.13, subdivision 2; 245H.01, subdivisions 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 245H.02; 245H.03, subdivisions 2, 4, by adding a subdivision; 245H.05; 245H.06, subdivisions 1, 2; 245H.07, subdivisions 1, 2; 245H.08, subdivisions 4, 5; 245H.13, subdivisions 3, 7, 9; 245I.011, subdivision 3; 245I.04, subdivisions 14, 16; 245I.05, subdivision 3; 245I.08, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 245I.10, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8; 245I.11, subdivisions 3, 4; 245I.20, subdivisions 5, 6, 10, 13, 14, 16; 246.54, subdivision 1a, as amended if enacted; 254B.02, subdivision 5; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 1a; 256.01, by adding a subdivision; 256.014, subdivisions 1, 2; 256.046, subdivisions 1, 3; 256.0471, subdivision 1; 256.478, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding subdivisions; 256.962, subdivision 5; 256.9655, by adding a subdivision; 256.9685, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 256.9686, by adding a subdivision; 256.969, subdivisions 2b, 9, 25, by adding a subdivision; 256.98, subdivision 8; 256.983, subdivision 5; 256.987, subdivision 4; 256B.04, subdivisions 14, 15, by adding a subdivision; 256B.051, subdivision 5; 256B.055, subdivision 17; 256B.056, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0622, subdivisions 7b, 7c, 8; 256B.0623, subdivision 4; 256B.0624, subdivisions 5, 8; 256B.0625, subdivisions 3a, 5m, 9, 13, 13c, 13e, 13f, 13g, 16, 28b, 30, 31, 34, by adding subdivisions; 256B.0631, subdivisions 1, 3, by adding a subdivision; 256B.064; 256B.0652, subdivision 5; 256B.0757, subdivision 4c; 256B.0941, subdivisions 2a, 3, by adding subdivisions; 256B.0946, subdivisions 4, 6; 256B.0947, subdivisions 7, 7a; 256B.27, subdivision 3; 256B.434, subdivision 4f; 256B.69, subdivision 5a, by adding subdivisions; 256B.692, subdivision 2; 256B.75; 256B.758; 256B.76, subdivision 1, as amended; 256B.761; 256B.763; 256B.764; 256D.01, subdivision 1a; 256D.02, by adding a subdivision; 256D.024, subdivision 1; 256D.03, by adding a subdivision; 256D.06, subdivision 5; 256D.07; 256D.44, subdivision 5; 256D.63, subdivision 2; 256E.34, subdivision 4; 256E.35, 2 SF2995 REVISOR DTT S2995-4 4th Engrossment subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4a, 6, 7; 256I.03, subdivisions 7, 13, 15, by adding a subdivision; 256I.04, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 256I.05, subdivisions 1a, 2; 256I.06, subdivisions 3, 6, 8, by adding a subdivision; 256I.09; 256J.01, subdivision 1; 256J.02, subdivision 2; 256J.08, subdivisions 21, 65, 71, 79; 256J.09, subdivisions 3, 10; 256J.11, subdivision 1; 256J.21, subdivisions 3, 4; 256J.26, subdivision 1; 256J.33, subdivisions 1, 2; 256J.35; 256J.37, subdivisions 3, 3a; 256J.40; 256J.42, subdivision 5; 256J.425, subdivisions 1, 4, 5, 7; 256J.46, subdivisions 1, 2, 2a; 256J.49, subdivision 9; 256J.50, subdivision 1; 256J.521, subdivision 1; 256J.621, subdivision 1; 256J.626, subdivisions 2, 3; 256J.751, subdivision 2; 256J.95, subdivision 5; 256K.45, subdivisions 3, 7, by adding a subdivision; 256L.03, subdivisions 1, 5; 256L.04, subdivision 10; 256N.24, subdivision 12; 256P.01, by adding subdivisions; 256P.02, subdivisions 1a, 2, by adding subdivisions; 256P.04, subdivisions 4, 8, by adding a subdivision; 256P.06, subdivision 3, by adding subdivisions; 256P.07, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, by adding subdivisions; 259.83, subdivisions 1, 1a, 1b, by adding a subdivision; 260.761, subdivision 2, as amended; 260C.007, subdivisions 14, 26d; 260C.221, subdivision 1; 260C.317, subdivisions 3, 4; 260C.80, subdivision 1; 260E.01; 260E.02, subdivision 1; 260E.03, subdivision 22, by adding subdivisions; 260E.09; 260E.14, subdivisions 2, 5; 260E.17, subdivision 1; 260E.18; 260E.20, subdivision 2; 260E.24, subdivisions 2, 7; 260E.33, subdivision 1; 260E.35, subdivision 6; 261.063; 270B.14, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 297F.10, subdivision 1; 403.161, subdivisions 1, 3, 5, 6, 7; 403.162, subdivisions 1, 2, 5; 514.972, subdivision 5; 518A.31; 518A.32, subdivisions 3, 4; 518A.34; 518A.39, subdivision 2; 518A.41; 518A.42, subdivisions 1, 3; 518A.43, subdivision 1b; 518A.65; 518A.77; 524.5-118; 609B.425, subdivision 2; 609B.435, subdivision 2; Laws 2017, First Special Session chapter 6, article 5, section 11, as amended; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 1, section 36, as amended; article 2, section 84; article 6, section 26; article 14, section 23; article 16, sections 2, subdivision 32, as amended; 3, subdivision 2, as amended; 28, as amended; article 17, sections 5, subdivision 1; 6, as amended; 12, as amended; Laws 2022, chapter 99, article 1, section 46; article 3, section 9; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 5, section 27; article 7, sections 12; 16; 2023 S.F. No. 2934, article 9, section 2, subdivision 16, if enacted; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 4; 62J; 62Q; 62V; 103I; 115; 119B; 144; 144E; 145; 145A; 148; 245; 245A; 245C; 256; 256B; 256D; 256E; 256K; 256P; 260; 290; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 143; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 62J.692, subdivisions 4a, 7, 7a; 62J.84, subdivision 5; 62Q.145; 62U.10, subdivisions 6, 7, 8; 119B.011, subdivision 10a; 119B.03, subdivision 4; 137.38, subdivision 1; 144.059, subdivision 10; 144.212, subdivision 11; 144.9505, subdivision 3; 145.411, subdivisions 2, 4; 145.412; 145.413, subdivisions 2, 3; 145.4132; 145.4133; 145.4135; 145.4136; 145.415; 145.416; 145.423, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 145.4235; 145.4241; 145.4242; 145.4243; 145.4244; 145.4245; 145.4246; 145.4247; 145.4248; 145.4249; 153A.14, subdivision 5; 245A.22; 245C.02, subdivisions 9, 14b; 245C.031, subdivisions 5, 6, 7; 245C.032; 245C.11, subdivision 3; 245C.30, subdivision 1a; 245C.301; 256.8799; 256.9685, subdivisions 1c, 1d; 256.9864; 256B.011; 256B.0631, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 256B.40; 256B.69, subdivision 5c; 256B.763; 256D.63, subdivision 1; 256I.03, subdivision 6; 256J.08, subdivisions 10, 24b, 53, 61, 62, 81, 83; 256J.30, subdivisions 5, 7, 8; 256J.33, subdivisions 3, 4, 5; 256J.34, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 256J.37, subdivision 10; 256J.425, subdivision 6; 256J.95, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19; 256P.07, subdivision 5; 259.83, subdivision 3; 259.89; 260C.637; 261.28; 393.07, subdivision 11; 518A.59; Minnesota Rules, parts 4615.3600; 4640.1500; 4640.1600; 4640.1700; 4640.1800; 4640.1900; 4640.2000; 4640.2100; 4640.2200; 4640.2300; 4640.2400; 4640.2500; 4640.2600; 4640.2700; 4640.2800; 4640.2900; 4640.3000; 4640.3100; 4640.3200; 4640.3300; 4640.3400; 4640.3500; 4640.3600; 4640.3700; 4640.3800; 4640.3900; 4640.4000; 4640.4100; 4640.4200; 4640.4300; 4640.6100; 4640.6200; 4640.6300; 4640.6400; 4645.0300; 4645.0400; 4645.0500; 4645.0600; 4645.0700; 4645.0800; 4645.0900; 3 SF2995 REVISOR DTT S2995-4 4th Engrossment 4645.1000; 4645.1100; 4645.1200; 4645.1300; 4645.1400; 4645.1500; 4645.1600; 4645.1700; 4645.1800; 4645.1900; 4645.2000; 4645.2100; 4645.2200; 4645.2300; 4645.2400; 4645.2500; 4645.2600; 4645.2700; 4645.2800; 4645.2900; 4645.3000; 4645.3100; 4645.3200; 4645.3300; 4645.3400; 4645.3500; 4645.3600; 4645.3700; 4645.3800; 4645.3805; 4645.3900; 4645.4000; 4645.4100; 4645.4200; 4645.4300; 4645.4400; 4645.4500; 4645.4600; 4645.4700; 4645.4800; 4645.4900; 4645.5100; 4645.5200; 4700.1900; 4700.2000; 4700.2100; 4700.2210; 4700.2300, subparts 1, 3, 4, 4a, 5; 4700.2410; 4700.2420; 4700.2500; 5610.0100; 5610.0200; 5610.0300; 9505.0235; 9505.0505, subpart 18; 9505.0520, subpart 9b.
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• Introduced: 03/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Wiklund (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 23 • Actions: 193
• Last Amended: 05/22/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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MN bill #SF3035 • Last Action 05/24/2023
Omnibus Jobs, Economic Development, Labor, and Industry appropriations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes several key provisions: 1. It creates the Office of Child Care Community Partnerships within the Department of Employment and Economic Development to support increasing the quantity and accessibility of quality child care in Minnesota. 2. It establishes the Office of New Americans within the Department of Employment and Economic Development to promote immigrant and refugee inclusion in Minnesota, address workforce needs, and reduce employment barriers. 3. It creates the Getting to Work Grant Program to provide grants to nonprofit organizations that offer programs to provide, repair, or maintain motor vehicles to assist eligible individuals in obtaining or maintaining employment. 4. It establishes the Minnesota Expanding Opportunity Fund Program to provide low-interest loans to nonprofit corporations to increase their lending activities with Minnesota small businesses. 5. It creates the Launch Minnesota program within the Department of Employment and Economic Development to encourage and support the development of new private sector technologies and provide business development assistance and financial assistance to entrepreneurs and emerging technology-based companies. 6. It amends various economic development programs, grant programs, and appropriations within the Department of Employment and Economic Development, including establishing new grant programs for small business assistance, child care, workforce development, and community wealth-building. 7. It makes changes to the Explore Minnesota program, including establishing the Explore Minnesota for Business division to promote workforce and economic opportunity in Minnesota. 8. It establishes the Capitol Area Community Vitality Task Force and creates a Capitol Area community vitality account to improve the livability, economic health, and safety of communities within the Capitol Area in St. Paul. 9. It creates the Providing Resources and Opportunity and Maximizing Investments in Striving Entrepreneurs (PROMISE) Act, establishing grant and loan programs to support businesses in communities adversely affected by various economic and social factors. The bill makes a number of other changes to labor and employment laws, worker protections, and appropriations across various state agencies and programs.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; establishing a biennial budget for jobs, labor, and economic development; appropriating money for the Department of Labor and Industry, Department of Employment and Economic Development, Bureau of Mediation Services, and Workers' Compensation Court of Appeals; making labor policy changes; establishing workforce standards for agriculture and food processing workers, meat and poultry workers, and warehouse workers; establishing a Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board; regulating combative sports; prohibiting covenants not to compete; regulating building and construction contracts; modifying provisions of the Public Employment Relations Board; establishing wage protections for construction workers; establishing earned sick and safe time; modifying economic development provisions; modifying Explore Minnesota provisions; establishing a Capitol Area Community Vitality Task Force; establishing the PROMISE Act; creating the Minnesota Forward Fund; creating the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority; authorizing rulemaking; requiring reports; creating accounts; creating penalties; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.43, subdivision 6; 15.71, by adding subdivisions; 15.72, by adding a subdivision; 116J.5492, subdivisions 8, 10; 116J.55, subdivisions 1, 5, 6; 116J.871, subdivisions 1, 2; 116J.8748, subdivisions 3, 4, 6, by adding a subdivision; 116L.361, subdivision 7; 116L.362, subdivision 1; 116L.364, subdivision 3; 116L.365, subdivision 1; 116L.56, subdivision 2; 116L.561, subdivision 5; 116L.562, subdivision 2; 116U.05; 116U.10; 116U.15; 116U.20; 116U.30; 116U.35; 120A.414, subdivision 2; 122A.181, subdivision 5; 122A.26, subdivision 2; 122A.40, subdivision 5; 122A.41, subdivision 2; 175.16, subdivision 1; 177.26, subdivisions 1, 2; 177.27, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, as amended, 7, 8, 9, 10; 177.42, subdivision 2; 178.01; 178.011, subdivision 7; 178.03, subdivision 1; 178.11; 179.86, subdivisions 1, 3, by adding subdivisions; 179A.03, subdivisions 14, 18, 19; 179A.041, by adding a subdivision; 179A.06, subdivision 6; 179A.07, subdivisions 1, 6, by adding subdivisions; 179A.10, subdivision 2; 179A.12, subdivisions 6, 11, by adding a subdivision; 181.03, subdivision 6; 181.032; 181.06, subdivision 2; 181.14, subdivision 1; 181.171, subdivision 4; 181.172; 181.275, subdivision 1; 181.635, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 6; 181.85, subdivisions 2, 4; 181.86, subdivision 1; 181.87, subdivisions 2, 3, 7; 181.88; 181.89, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 181.932, subdivision 1; 181.939; 181.940, subdivisions 2, 3; 181.941, subdivision 3; 181.9413; 181.942; 181.9435, subdivision 1; 181.9436; 181.944; 181.945, subdivision 3; 181.9456, subdivision 3; 181.956, subdivision 5; 181.964; 182.654, subdivision 11; 182.659, subdivisions 1, 8; 182.66, by adding a subdivision; 182.661, by adding a subdivision; 182.666, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 1 SF3035 REVISOR SS S3035-4 4th Engrossment 5, by adding a subdivision; 182.676; 326B.092, subdivision 6; 326B.093, subdivision 4; 326B.096; 326B.103, subdivision 13, by adding subdivisions; 326B.106, subdivisions 1, 4, by adding a subdivision; 326B.163, subdivision 5, by adding a subdivision; 326B.164, subdivision 13; 326B.31, subdivision 30; 326B.32, subdivision 1; 326B.36, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 326B.802, subdivision 15; 326B.805, subdivision 6; 326B.921, subdivision 8; 326B.925, subdivision 1; 326B.988; 337.01, subdivision 3; 337.05, subdivision 1; 341.21, subdivisions 2a, 2b, 2c, 4f, 7, by adding a subdivision; 341.221; 341.25; 341.27; 341.28, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.32, subdivision 2; 341.321; 341.33; 341.355; 469.40, subdivision 11; 469.47, subdivisions 1, 5, 6; 572B.17; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 4, article 2, section 2, subdivision 1; article 8, section 30; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 10, article 2, section 24; Laws 2023, chapter 24, sections 2, subdivisions 1, 2; 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 13; 16A; 116J; 116L; 116U; 177; 179; 181; 182; 216C; 327; 341; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 177.26, subdivision 3; 179A.12, subdivision 2; 181.9413; Laws 2019, First Special Session chapter 7, article 2, section 8, as amended.
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• Introduced: 03/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Bobby Joe Champion (D)*, Zaynab Mohamed (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 26 • Actions: 143
• Last Amended: 05/17/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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PA bill #HB1235 • Last Action 05/24/2023
Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, which allows audiologists and speech-language pathologists licensed in their home state to practice in other member states without obtaining additional licenses. The Compact establishes procedures for license portability, disciplinary actions, data sharing, and the creation of an interstate commission to administer the Compact. The bill sets forth the terms and provisions of the Compact, which will become effective once Pennsylvania and nine other states have enacted it into law.
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Bill Summary: Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
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• Introduced: 05/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 19 : Arvind Venkat (D)*, Ben Sanchez (D), Jim Haddock (D), Maureen Madden (D), Tarik Khan (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Dawn Keefer (R), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Lisa Borowski (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Kristine Howard (D), Greg Scott (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Brandon Markosek (D), Scott Conklin (D), Roni Green (D), Pat Harkins (D), Danielle Otten (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/24/2023
• Last Action: Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
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OK bill #SB264 • Last Action 05/24/2023
Medical marijuana; modifying application method for certain entities; modifying various action duties and functions of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the regulation and oversight of the medical marijuana industry in Oklahoma. It requires licensed medical marijuana commercial growers to inform their retail suppliers or electric cooperatives of their license status, and to transmit monthly reports on their electricity and water usage to the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA). The bill also establishes the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Board, with members appointed by the Governor, Speaker of the House, and President Pro Tempore of the Senate, to serve as the rulemaking body for OMMA. The Board will have the power to set OMMA's policies, review contracts, and adopt necessary rules. The bill also provides for the reimbursement of Board member expenses and requirements for Board meetings. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to medical marijuana; requiring licensed medical marijuana commercial growers to inform retail suppliers or electric cooperatives as to their license status; requiring transmission of monthly usage reports in certain format to the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 427.3, as last amended by Section 2 of Enrolled House Bill No. 2095 of the 1st Session of the 59th Oklahoma Legislature (63 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 427.3), which relates to Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority duties and functions; requiring establishment of procedures to monitor, collect, and transmit certain usage information of licensed medical marijuana commercial growers; providing for the transmission of monthly usage reports; requiring the development of rules, exemptions, and procedures; providing for license revocation; creating the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Board; providing for appointments to the Board; prescribing terms of office; providing an ex officio member of the Board; providing for the election of a chair and vice chair; imposing quorum requirements for taking official actions; providing exemption from certain prohibition; stating powers and duties of the Board; providing for reimbursement of expenses pursuant to the State Travel Reimbursement Act; authorizing meetings; prescribing minimum number of meetings; stating manner by which vacancies on the Board shall be filled; directing the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority to provide clerical staff and space for meetings; providing for applicability of Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, Oklahoma Open Records Act, and Administrative Procedures Act; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jessica Garvin (R)*, T.J. Marti (R)*, Dean Davis (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 05/24/2023
• Last Action: Title restored
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MI bill #HB4166 • Last Action 05/23/2023
Education: school districts; letter grade system for ranking public schools; eliminate. Amends secs. 392, 502, 503, 507, 522, 528, 552 & 561 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.392 et seq.) & repeals sec. 1280g of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1280g).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill eliminates the letter grade system for ranking public schools in Michigan. It amends multiple sections of the Revised School Code related to public school academies, urban high school academies, and schools of excellence, including provisions around authorizing bodies, contracts, governance, oversight, and revocation. The bill also repeals a section of the code related to the letter grade system. Overall, this bill seeks to remove the system of grading public schools in Michigan using a letter grade scale.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled ?An act to provide a system of public instruction and elementary and secondary schools; to revise, consolidate, and clarify the laws relating to elementary and secondary education; to provide for the organization, regulation, and maintenance of schools, school districts, public school academies, intermediate school districts, and other public school entities; to prescribe rights, powers, duties, and privileges of schools, school districts, public school academies, intermediate school districts, and other public school entities; to provide for the regulation of school teachers and certain other school employees; to provide for school elections and to prescribe powers and duties with respect thereto; to provide for the levy and collection of taxes; to provide for the borrowing of money and issuance of bonds and other evidences of indebtedness; to establish a fund and provide for expenditures from that fund; to make appropriations for certain purposes; to provide for and prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, the state board of education, and certain other boards and officials; to provide for licensure of boarding schools; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,? by amending sections 392, 502, 503, 507, 522, 528, 552, and 561 (MCL 380.392, 380.502, 380.503, 380.507, 380.522, 380.528, 380.552, and 380.561), as amended by 2018 PA 601; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Matt Koleszar (D)*, Amos O'Neal (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Helena Scott (D), Jason Morgan (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Regina Weiss (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 05/23/2023
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 34'23
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OK bill #HB2422 • Last Action 05/22/2023
Public health and safety; creating the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact; permits; multistate compact license; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact, which allows emergency medical services (EMS) personnel like emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics to more easily practice across state lines. The Compact establishes a process for states to grant "privilege to practice" to EMS personnel licensed in other member states, sets requirements for member state participation, creates an Interstate Commission to administer the Compact, and provides for investigation and discipline of EMS personnel. The bill also expedites licensing for military members, veterans, and their spouses. Overall, the Compact aims to increase public access to EMS personnel and enhance coordination and cooperation among states in regulating the EMS workforce.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public health and safety; creating the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact; stating purpose; providing definitions; providing requirements for state participation in the Compact; providing requirements for licensee to participate in Compact; establishing Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice; providing requirements for Commission; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Public health and safety
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Arturo Alonso-Sandoval (D)*, Bill Coleman (R)*, Mickey Dollens (D), Daniel Pae (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 05/17/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/22/2023
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OK bill #SB760 • Last Action 05/19/2023
Oklahoma Capital Investment Board; dissolving Board; transferring management of certain investments and agreements. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill dissolves the Oklahoma Capital Investment Board and transfers the management of its existing contracts and investments to the Oklahoma Science and Technology Research and Development Board. The bill modifies definitions, references, and statutory language related to the Oklahoma Capital Formation Act. It provides an effective date of November 1, 2023 for the changes.
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Bill Summary: 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; updating statutory reference; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date. AMENDMENT NO. 1. , Lines 6 through 11, strike the title to read: "[ Oklahoma Capital Investment Board - Oklahoma Capital Formation Act - transfer of contracts and management of investments to the Oklahoma Science and Technology Research and Development Board - effective date ]" Passed the House of Representatives the 27th day of April, 2023. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives Passed the Senate the ____ day of __________, 2023. Presiding Officer of the Senate ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO. 760 By: Kirt and Hall of the Senate and Boatman 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; updating statutory reference; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Julia Kirt (D)*, Jeff Boatman (R)*, Chuck Hall (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 05/01/2023
• Last Action: Title restored
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IL bill #HB3786 • Last Action 05/19/2023
ALEXANDER/PULASKI MEDICAL DIST
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Alexander/Pulaski Medical District, which covers specified areas in Alexander and Pulaski counties in Illinois. It establishes the Alexander/Pulaski Medical District Commission, a 12-member appointed board with the general purpose of maintaining the proper surroundings to attract and retain medical and related facilities in the district. The Commission has the power to acquire property, construct or improve facilities, provide relocation assistance, manage and dispose of property, and take other actions to further the purposes of the district. The bill also makes conforming changes to the Eminent Domain Act, Court of Claims Act, and State Finance Act.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Alexander/Pulaski Medical District Act. Creates the Alexander/Pulaski Medical District covering specified areas from the City of Cairo to north of the City of Pulaski in Alexander County and Pulaski County. Creates the Commission of the District with 12 appointed commissioners and 3 ex officio commissioners. Contains provisions related to the operation of the District, rights and powers of the District and Commission, acquisition, management, and disposition of property, and other provisions. Amends the Eminent Domain Act and State Finance Act making conforming changes. Amends the Court of Claims Act replacing a reference to a dissolved medical district commission with the Alexander/Pulaski Medical District Commission and the other existing medical district commissions. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Justin Slaughter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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MN bill #SF2909 • Last Action 05/19/2023
Omnibus Judiciary and Public Safety appropriations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key provisions: This bill provides substantial funding and appropriations for the state judiciary, public safety, and corrections systems. Some key provisions include: - Increasing funding and compensation for judges, public defenders, and other court personnel to address caseload backlogs and attract and retain talent. - Providing funding for new treatment courts, courtroom technology enhancements, and interpreter pay increases. - Increasing funding and staffing for the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to enhance forensic processing, reduce backlogs, and investigate violent crimes. - Providing funding for the Department of Corrections to upgrade its information technology systems, enhance staff recruitment and retention, and expand inmate educational and rehabilitation programs. - Establishing a grant program to fund community-based crime prevention and intervention initiatives, with a focus on serving communities disproportionately impacted by violent crime. - Creating an Office of Restorative Practices to promote the use of restorative justice approaches across the criminal justice system. - Establishing an Office for Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls to investigate cases, collect data, and advocate for policy changes. - Revising standards for the use of deadly force by peace officers. - Restricting the ability of peace officers to join or participate in hate groups or criminal gangs. - Prohibiting retaliation against officers who report or intervene in excessive use of force incidents. - Enhancing data sharing requirements between law enforcement agencies and the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board to improve oversight of officer misconduct. - Limiting the ability of the commissioner of corrections to house inmates in privately-operated correctional facilities. - Restricting the use of strip searches and isolation in juvenile detention facilities. - Requiring the provision of free communication services for incarcerated persons, including voice calls and other methods. Overall, the bill makes significant investments and policy changes across the criminal justice system, with a focus on improving public safety, enhancing rehabilitation and reintegration efforts, increasing accountability and oversight, and addressing disparities.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; providing law for judiciary, public safety, crime, sentencing, evidence, courts, law enforcement, firearms, controlled substances, corrections, clemency, expungement, rehabilitation and reinvestment, civil law, community supervision, supervised release, and human rights; providing for rulemaking; providing for reports; providing for criminal and civil penalties; appropriating money for judiciary, Guardian ad Litem Board, Uniform Laws Commission, Board on Judicial Standards, human rights, sentencing guidelines, public safety, fire marshal, Office of Justice programs, emergency communication, Peace Officer Standards and Training Board, Private Detective Board, corrections, Ombudsperson for Corrections, Board of Public Defense, juvenile justice, and law enforcement education and training; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.072, subdivision 1; 13.32, subdivisions 3, 5; 13.643, subdivision 6; 13.72, subdivision 19, by adding a subdivision; 13.825, subdivisions 2, 3; 13.871, subdivisions 8, 14; 13A.02, subdivisions 1, 2; 15.0597, subdivisions 1, 4, 5, 6; 51A.14; 82B.195, subdivision 3; 121A.28; 144.6586, subdivision 2; 145.4712; 145A.061, subdivision 3; 146A.08, subdivision 1; 151.01, by adding a subdivision; 151.40, subdivisions 1, 2; 152.01, subdivisions 12a, 18, by adding a subdivision; 152.02, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, 6; 152.021, subdivisions 1, 2; 152.022, subdivisions 1, 2; 152.023, subdivision 2; 152.025, subdivision 2; 152.093; 152.18, subdivision 1; 152.205; 168B.07, subdivision 3, by adding subdivisions; 169A.276, subdivision 1; 169A.40, subdivision 3; 169A.41, subdivisions 1, 2; 169A.44; 169A.60, subdivision 2; 169A.63, subdivision 8; 171.306, by adding a subdivision; 181.981, subdivision 1; 214.10, subdivision 10; 241.01, subdivision 3a; 241.021, subdivisions 1d, 2a, 2b, by adding a subdivision; 241.025, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 241.90; 242.18; 243.05, subdivision 1; 243.1606; 243.166, subdivision 1b; 243.58; 244.03; 244.05, subdivisions 1b, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, by adding subdivisions; 244.0513, subdivisions 2, 4; 244.09, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 244.101, subdivision 1; 244.17, subdivision 3; 244.171, subdivision 4; 244.172, subdivision 1; 244.18; 244.19; 244.195; 244.197; 244.198; 244.199; 244.1995; 244.20; 244.21; 244.24; 245C.08, subdivisions 1, 2; 245C.15, subdivisions 1, 2, 4a; 245C.24, subdivision 3; 245I.12, subdivision 1; 253B.02, subdivision 4e; 253D.02, subdivision 8; 256I.04, subdivision 2g; 259.11; 259.13, subdivisions 1, 5; 260.515; 260B.171, subdivision 3; 260B.176, by adding a subdivision; 297I.06, subdivision 1; 299A.296; 299A.38; 299A.41, subdivisions 3, 4, by adding a subdivision; 299A.48; 299A.49; 299A.50; 299A.51; 299A.52; 299A.642, subdivision 15; 299A.73, by adding a subdivision; 299A.783, subdivision 1; 299A.85, subdivision 6; 299C.063; 299C.10, subdivision 1; 299C.105, subdivision 1; 299C.106, subdivision 3; 1 SF2909 REVISOR KLL S2909-4 4th Engrossment 299C.11, subdivisions 1, 3; 299C.111; 299C.17; 299C.46, subdivision 1; 299C.53, subdivision 3; 299C.65, subdivisions 1a, 3a; 299C.67, subdivision 2; 299F.362; 299F.46, subdivision 1; 299F.50, by adding subdivisions; 299F.51, subdivisions 1, 2, 5, by adding a subdivision; 325F.70, by adding a subdivision; 325F.992, subdivision 3; 326.32, subdivision 10; 326.3311; 326.336, subdivision 2; 326.3361, subdivision 2; 326.3381, subdivision 3; 326.3387, subdivision 1; 336.9-601; 351.01, subdivision 2; 357.021, subdivision 2; 363A.02, subdivision 1; 363A.03, subdivisions 23, 44, by adding a subdivision; 363A.04; 363A.06, subdivision 1; 363A.07, subdivision 2; 363A.08, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, by adding a subdivision; 363A.09, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 363A.11, subdivisions 1, 2; 363A.12, subdivision 1; 363A.13, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 363A.15; 363A.16, subdivision 1; 363A.17; 363A.21, subdivision 1; 364.021; 364.06, subdivision 1; 401.01; 401.02; 401.025; 401.03; 401.04; 401.05, subdivision 1; 401.06; 401.08; 401.09; 401.10; 401.11; 401.12; 401.14; 401.15; 401.16; 473.387, subdivision 4; 484.014, subdivisions 2, 3; 484.85; 504B.135; 504B.161, subdivision 1; 504B.171, by adding a subdivision; 504B.172; 504B.178, subdivision 4; 504B.211, subdivisions 2, 6; 504B.285, subdivision 5; 504B.291, subdivision 1; 504B.301; 504B.321; 504B.331; 504B.335; 504B.345, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 504B.361, subdivision 1; 504B.371, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 7; 504B.375, subdivision 1; 504B.381, subdivisions 1, 5, by adding a subdivision; 507.07; 508.52; 517.04; 517.08, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 518.191, subdivisions 1, 3; 541.023, subdivision 6; 550.365, subdivision 2; 559.209, subdivision 2; 573.01; 573.02, subdivisions 1, 2; 582.039, subdivision 2; 583.25; 583.26, subdivision 2; 600.23; 609.02, subdivisions 2, 16; 609.03; 609.05, by adding a subdivision; 609.066, subdivision 2; 609.102; 609.105, subdivisions 1, 3; 609.1055; 609.106, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 609.1095, subdivision 1; 609.11, subdivision 9; 609.135, subdivisions 1a, 1c, 2; 609.14, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 609.185; 609.2231, subdivision 4; 609.2233; 609.25, subdivision 2; 609.2661; 609.269; 609.341, subdivision 22; 609.3455, subdivisions 2, 5; 609.35; 609.52, subdivision 3; 609.526, subdivision 2; 609.527, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 609.531, subdivision 1; 609.5314, subdivision 3; 609.582, subdivisions 3, 4; 609.595, subdivisions 1a, 2; 609.631, subdivision 4; 609.632, subdivision 4; 609.67, subdivisions 1, 2; 609.746, subdivision 1; 609.749, subdivision 3; 609.78, subdivision 2a; 609.821, subdivision 3; 609.87, by adding a subdivision; 609.89; 609A.01; 609A.02, subdivision 3; 609A.03, subdivisions 5, 7a, 9; 609B.161; 611.215, subdivision 1; 611.23; 611.58, as amended; 611A.03, subdivision 1; 611A.031; 611A.033; 611A.036, subdivision 7; 611A.039, subdivision 1; 611A.08, subdivision 6; 611A.211, subdivision 1; 611A.31, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 611A.32; 611A.51; 611A.52, subdivisions 3, 4, 5; 611A.53; 611A.54; 611A.55; 611A.56; 611A.57, subdivisions 5, 6; 611A.60; 611A.61; 611A.612; 611A.66; 611A.68, subdivisions 2a, 4, 4b, 4c; 617.22; 617.26; 624.712, subdivision 5; 624.713, subdivision 1; 624.7131; 624.7132; 626.14, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 626.15; 626.21; 626.5531, subdivision 1; 626.843, by adding a subdivision; 626.8432, subdivision 1; 626.8451, subdivision 1; 626.8452, by adding subdivisions; 626.8457, by adding subdivisions; 626.8469, subdivision 1; 626.8473, subdivision 3; 626.87, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 626.89, subdivision 17; 626.90, subdivision 2; 626.91, subdivisions 2, 4; 626.92, subdivisions 2, 3; 626.93, subdivisions 3, 4; 626A.05, subdivision 2; 626A.35, by adding a subdivision; 628.26; 629.292, subdivision 2; 629.341, subdivisions 3, 4; 629.361; 629.72, subdivision 6; 638.01; 641.15, subdivision 2; 641.155; Laws 1961, chapter 108, section 1, as amended; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 11, article 1, section 15, subdivision 3; Laws 2022, chapter 99, article 1, section 50; article 3, section 1, as amended; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 13; 145; 241; 243; 244; 259; 260C; 299A; 299C; 401; 484; 504B; 573; 609; 609A; 624; 626; 638; 641; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 152.092; 241.272; 244.14; 244.15; 244.196; 244.22; 244.32; 299C.80, subdivision 7; 346.02; 363A.20, subdivision 3; 363A.27; 401.07; 504B.305; 504B.341; 518B.02, subdivision 3; 582.14; 609.293, subdivisions 1, 5; 609.34; 609.36; 617.20; 2 SF2909 REVISOR KLL S2909-4 4th Engrossment 617.201; 617.202; 617.21; 617.28; 617.29; 626.93, subdivision 7; 638.02; 638.03; 638.04; 638.05; 638.06; 638.07; 638.075; 638.08.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Latz (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 34 • Actions: 80
• Last Amended: 05/16/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State, Filed
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IL bill #HB2384 • Last Action 05/19/2023
SCH CD-SCHOOL COUNSELORS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the School Code to require school districts to employ a sufficient number of school counselors to maintain a student-counselor ratio of 250 to 1, and to require school counselors to meet with their assigned students at least once each month. The bill also makes related changes, including requiring the State Mandates Act to apply, which may require reimbursement.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Provides that a school district shall (rather than may) employ a sufficient number of school counselors to maintain a (rather than the national and State recommended) student-counselor ratio of 250 to one. Provides that school districts shall require school counselors to meet with their assigned students at least once each month. Makes related changes. STATE MANDATES ACT MAY REQUIRE REIMBURSEMENT MAY APPLY
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• Introduced: 02/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Cyril Nichols (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/14/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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OK bill #HB1590 • Last Action 05/18/2023
Public safety; Haiden Fleming Memorial Act; requiring Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority to maintain certain training platform; requiring creation, maintenance and certification of certain list; repealer; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Haiden Fleming Memorial Act, requires the Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority to maintain an online training platform for 9-1-1 emergency telecommunicators and create a list of qualified training programs. It also sets training requirements for 9-1-1 telecommunicators, including 40 hours of basic training and telecommunicator CPR training. The bill makes various amendments to the Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority Act, including modifying the Authority's membership, powers, and duties, and updating 9-1-1 fee provisions. It also prohibits the establishment of new public safety answering points after July 1, 2024, with certain exceptions.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public safety; creating the Haiden Fleming Memorial Act; providing short title; requiring Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority to maintain certain training platform; requiring creation, maintenance, and certification of certain list; stating certain training requirements; requiring establishment of certain hourly training requirements; requiring completion of certain training by certain date; requiring training follow certain guidelines; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2803, which relates to establishment of basic or sophisticated system; removing certain compatibility stipulation; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2846, which relates to mandatory provision of emergency telephone service; requiring service company provide certain data elements; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2862, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 30, O.S.L. 2022 (63 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 2862), which relates to definitions; defining term; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2863, which relates to the creation of the Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority; modifying membership of the Authority; adding certain nonvoting members; excluding nonvoting members from quorum requirements; excluding nonvoting members from executive sessions; providing selection requirements for nonvoting members; deleting chair designation requirement; allowing for certain reimbursement; removing certain legal support requirement; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2864, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 30, O.S.L. 2022 (63 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 2864), which relates to powers and duties; modifying certain powers and duties; requiring certain submission to Oklahoma Tax Commission; detailing the distribution of certain revenue from collected fees; allowing establishment of certain contracts; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2865, which relates to fees; modifying certain fees collected; including fees for certain types of phones; removing prohibition on fee collection for certain phones; modifying certain deposit amount; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2866 and 2867, which relate to collection and apportionment of fees; modifying retention percentage of certain fees; modifying certain share to be paid or escrowed for governing bodies by the Oklahoma Tax Commission; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2868, which relates to use and oversight of funds; updating statutory references; allowing the transfer of certain monies; requiring certain designee of public agency to have certain meeting; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2871, which relates to the Regional Emergency Nine-One-One Services Act; disallowing establishment of new public safety answering point after certain date; providing certain exceptions; repealing 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2814 and 2815, which relate to additional powers and duties of governing bodies and fee collection; providing for noncodification; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Public safety
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Jim Grego (R)*, Casey Murdock (R)*, Lonnie Sims (R), Ross Ford (R), Josh Cantrell (R), Roland Pederson (R), Cody Rogers (R), Cowboy Stephens (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 66
• Last Amended: 05/12/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/17/2023
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MI bill #HB4565 • Last Action 05/17/2023
Insurance: no-fault; independent medical examinations; create an oversight board and provide for the appointment of independent examiners. Amends secs. 3151 & 3153 of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.3151 & 500.3153) & adds sec. 3151a.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Insurance Code of 1956 to create the No-Fault Independent Medical Examination Board within the Department. The board will select and appoint physicians to conduct mandatory medical examinations for personal protection insurance claims, establish examination fees, and review the quality and independence of the examinations. The bill also provides specific requirements for the physicians conducting the examinations, such as being licensed in Michigan and having a majority of their practice focused on clinical practice rather than examining litigants. Additionally, the bill modifies the court's authority regarding a person's refusal to comply with the medical examination requirements.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled"The insurance code of 1956,"by amending sections 3151 and 3153 (MCL 500.3151 and 500.3153), section 3151 as amended by 2019 PA 22, and by adding section 3151a.
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• Introduced: 05/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Doug Wozniak (R)*, Bob Bezotte (R), Greg Markkanen (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/16/2023
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MI bill #HB4577 • Last Action 05/17/2023
Mental health: code; updates regarding the transition from specialty prepaid inpatient health plans to specialty integration plans; provide for. Amends secs. 100a, 100d, 116, 153, 165, 202, 206, 207, 207a, 208, 209a, 209b, 210, 226, 227, 269, 270, 271, 273, 274, 275, 287, 409, 705, 713, 748, 752, 754, 755 & 972 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1100a et seq.) & adds secs. 203, 760, 761 & 762. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4576'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key changes to Michigan's mental health code: 1. It requires the department to contract with "contracted health plans" and a "single statewide entity" within 2 years to manage the financial and service delivery of Medicaid-funded behavioral health services for certain populations. The department must provide oversight of these contracted entities through policy, administrative rules, and other means. 2. It requires the department to develop equitable behavioral health reimbursement policies and payment models that promote value over volume, including funding certified community behavioral health clinics and Medicaid health homes. The department must apply for federal waivers and funding opportunities to support these efforts. 3. It requires the department to promote self-directed services, including contracting with a subject matter expert to ensure adequate network and equitable access for self-directed services. 4. It establishes an autonomous Office of the Behavioral Health Ombudsman and a Behavioral Health Accountability Council to monitor the integration of behavioral and physical health services by the contracted entities. The Council is responsible for evaluating the integration process and providing recommendations. 5. It requires the Behavioral Health Accountability Council to establish standing committees, including a Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Committee and a Clinical Oversight Committee, to provide guidance and recommendations on various aspects of the service delivery system. Overall, this bill aims to transition the administration and oversight of Medicaid-funded behavioral health services from community mental health services programs to contracted entities, while establishing new accountability structures to monitor the integration process.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled"Mental health code,"by amending sections 100a, 100d, 116, 153, 165, 202, 206, 207, 207a, 208, 209a, 209b, 210, 226, 227, 269, 270, 271, 273, 274, 275, 287, 409, 705, 713, 748, 752, 754, 755, and 972 (MCL 330.1100a, 330.1100d, 330.1116, 330.1153, 330.1165, 330.1202, 330.1206, 330.1207, 330.1207a, 330.1208, 330.1209a, 330.1209b, 330.1210, 330.1226, 330.1227, 330.1269, 330.1270, 330.1271, 330.1273, 330.1274, 330.1275, 330.1287, 330.1409, 330.1705, 330.1713, 330.1748, 330.1752, 330.1754, 330.1755, and 330.1972), section 100a as amended and section 972 as added by 2020 PA 402, sections 100d and 409 as amended by 2022 PA 214, section 116 as amended by 1998 PA 67, sections 153, 206, 209a, 209b, and 752 as amended and sections 207, 227, 705, 713, and 755 as added by 1995 PA 290, section 165 as amended by 2021 PA 22, section 202 as amended by 2016 PA 320, section 207a as added by 2014 PA 28, sections 208 and 210 as amended and sections 269, 270, 271, 273, 274, 275, and 287 as added by 2012 PA 500, section 226 as amended by 2014 PA 266, section 748 as amended by 2016 PA 559, and section 754 as amended by 2006 PA 604, and by adding sections 203, 760, 761, and 762.
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• Introduced: 05/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Curt VanderWall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/16/2023
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MI bill #HB4564 • Last Action 05/17/2023
Property tax: tax tribunal; methods for tax tribunal to hold hearings; expand to include electronically. Amends secs. 26 & 34 of 1973 PA 186 (MCL 205.726 & 205.734). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4563'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Tax Tribunal Act to allow the tribunal to hold hearings either in person or electronically by telephone or video conferencing if agreed upon by the parties and approved by the tribunal. The bill also requires the tribunal to conduct its business in compliance with the Open Meetings Act, including providing public notice of the time, date, and place of any meetings. Additionally, the bill specifies that the amendatory act does not take effect unless another related bill is enacted into law.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1973 PA 186, entitled"Tax tribunal act,"by amending sections 26 and 34 (MCL 205.726 and 205.734), section 26 as amended by 2008 PA 126 and section 34 as amended by 1980 PA 437.
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• Introduced: 05/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Pat Outman (R)*, Matt Bierlein (R), Bob Bezotte (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/16/2023
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MI bill #HB4563 • Last Action 05/17/2023
Property tax: tax tribunal; electronic hearings of the tax tribunal; provide for. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4564'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to provide for electronic hearings of the tax tribunal. Specifically, it exempts electronic proceedings held pursuant to the Tax Tribunal Act from the prerequisites for holding an electronic public meeting, such as requiring that members be absent due to military duty or a medical condition. This allows the tax tribunal to hold electronic hearings without those specific limitations. The bill also makes other changes to the rules around electronic public meetings, such as posting agenda and participation information online. The bill is tie-barred with House Bill 4564, meaning it will not take effect unless that related bill is also enacted.
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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 2021 PA 54.
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• Introduced: 05/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Mike Hoadley (R)*, Matt Bierlein (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Pat Outman (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/16/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/16/2023
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MI bill #SB0189 • Last Action 05/16/2023
Appropriations: general government; appropriations for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Appropriates funds for the legislature, the executive, the department of 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 years ending September 30, 2023 and September 30, 2024. It provides for the expenditure of the appropriations, the disposition of fees and other income received by the state agencies, and repeals certain acts and parts of acts. Key provisions include: - Appropriating over $5 billion in total funding, with the majority coming from other state restricted revenues and the state general fund. - Providing funding for the operations of the Attorney General's office, including investigations and prosecutions, as well as legal services. - Funding the operations of the Department of Civil Rights, including complaint investigations and enforcement. - Appropriating funds for the legislature, including the Senate, House of Representatives, and Legislative Council. - Funding the operations of the Department of State, including branch offices, elections, and technology services. - Providing funding for the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget for information technology services, state building authority rent, and the Civil Service Commission. - Appropriating funds for the operations of the Department of Treasury, including tax collection, revenue sharing, and casino gaming regulation. The bill also includes various provisions related to the management and use of the appropriated funds, as well as reporting requirements for the state departments and agencies.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make and supplement appropriations for the legislature, the executive, the department of 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 years ending September 30, 2023 and September 30, 2024; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; to provide for the disposition of fees and other income received by the state agencies; to declare the effect of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cherry (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 05/10/2023
• Last Action: Notice Given To Discharge Committee
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WA bill #HB1066 • Last Action 05/16/2023
Making technical corrections and removing obsolete language from the Revised Code of Washington pursuant to RCW 1.08.025.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes technical, nonsubstantive amendments to the Revised Code of Washington. The key provisions are: 1. Part 1 merges multiple amendments to certain sections where amendments were made without reference to other amendments made in the same session. 2. Part 2 updates references in the code to the "department of community, trade, and economic development" with the "department of commerce," in accordance with the renaming of that department by prior legislation. 3. Section 3001 adds an expiration date to amendments to RCW 51.32.099, as the underlying section expired in 2016 but the expiration dates for the amendatory sections were apparently omitted. 4. Section 3002 repeals an expiration date for 2011 amendments to RCW 74.60.020 and 74.60.090, as the repealed expiration date conflicts with the expiration date provided in RCW 74.60.901. 5. Section 3003 decodifies certain inactive groups or task forces. 6. Sections 3004 through 3006 reorganize subsection numbering so that distinct criminal penalties are located in separate paragraphs. 7. Sections 3007 through 3010 update terminology relating to behavioral health disorders in certain sex offense statutes. 8. Section 3011 updates a reference to a federal law that was reclassified and renumbered. 9. Section 3012 updates a subsection reference. 10. Sections 3013 through 3015 replace instances of the word "marijuana" with "cannabis." 11. Section 3016 corrects an erroneous section reference. 12. Section 3017 changes the term "apartment" to "lot" in a section of chapter 64.38 RCW, relating to homeowners' associations. 13. Sections 3018 and 3019 correct an erroneous subsection reference. 14. Sections 3020 and 3021 replace an erroneous usage of the word "county" with "country." 15. Section 3022 amends cross-references in the interstate compact on educational opportunity for military children.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to making technical corrections and removing 2 obsolete language from the Revised Code of Washington pursuant to RCW 3 1.08.025; amending RCW 10.99.033, 7.68.360, 18.85.285, 19.27.190, 4 24.46.010, 28A.160.090, 28A.515.320, 28B.30.537, 28B.30.900, 5 28B.50.281, 28C.18.130, 28C.18.140, 31.24.030, 34.05.330, 35.02.260, 6 35.13.171, 35.21.300, 36.01.120, 36.70A.085, 36.70A.131, 36.70B.040, 7 36.70B.080, 36.93.080, 36.110.030, 39.04.156, 39.19.240, 39.34.230, 8 39.35D.080, 39.44.210, 39.44.230, 39.84.090, 40.10.020, 41.06.072, 9 43.20A.037, 43.20A.790, 43.21A.510, 43.21A.515, 43.21A.612, 10 43.21G.010, 43.22.495, 43.22A.020, 43.23.035, 43.30.835, 43.31.205, 11 43.31.504, 43.31.970, 43.63A.115, 43.63A.135, 43.63A.155, 43.63A.230, 12 43.63A.275, 43.63A.400, 43.63A.410, 43.63A.720, 43.63A.735, 13 43.63A.764, 43.70.540, 43.132.030, 43.132.810, 43.133.030, 14 43.133.050, 43.150.040, 43.163.020, 43.163.120, 43.168.010, 15 43.176.030, 43.176.901, 43.180.040, 43.180.200, 43.180.220, 16 43.185A.100, 43.185C.200, 43.210.030, 43.210.060, 43.270.020, 17 43.270.070, 43.270.080, 43.310.020, 43.325.100, 43.325.110, 18 43.330.065, 43.330.904, 43.332.010, 47.01.440, 47.12.064, 47.39.040, 19 47.39.069, 47.39.090, 47.50.090, 47.76.230, 49.04.200, 50.38.030, 20 50.72.030, 53.36.030, 54.16.285, 54.52.020, 57.46.010, 57.46.020, 21 59.18.440, 59.24.020, 59.24.050, 59.24.060, 59.28.030, 59.28.040, 22 59.28.050, 59.28.060, 59.28.120, 64.34.442, 66.08.195, 66.08.198, 23 67.28.8001, 67.38.070, 70.62.290, 70.114A.070, 70.136.030, HB 1066.SL 1 70A.50.020, 70A.205.210, 70A.205.710, 71.09.255, 72.09.055, 2 72.65.210, 76.56.020, 79.105.600, 79A.30.050, 79A.50.100, 79A.60.480, 3 80.36.440, 80.80.050, 80.80.080, 90.56.280, 9.41.280, 9.41.284, 4 9.41.305, 9A.44.050, 9A.44.100, 9.94A.838, 9A.44.128, 9A.72.160, 5 10.31.115, 43.20A.715, 82.04.758, 43.41.425, 64.38.110, 72.01.412, 6 88.02.620, and 28A.705.010; reenacting and amending RCW 10.99.080, 7 28A.300.145, 43.03.305, 43.185B.020, 46.04.670, 46.68.340, 53.08.370, 8 54.16.330, 70A.15.3150, 79.64.100, 43.21J.030, and 9A.44.010; 9 reenacting RCW 10.99.030, 46.25.010, 66.24.210, 66.24.495, 69.50.530, 10 69.50.540, 70.47.020, 74.09.053, 82.38.060, and 82.42.040; creating a 11 new section; decodifying RCW 28A.300.2851, 28A.300.807, 43.10.300, 12 43.280.091, and 44.82.010; repealing 2011 1st sp. sess. c 35 s 3 13 (uncodified); providing a contingent effective date; and providing 14 expiration dates. 15
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• Introduced: 12/22/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Roger Goodman (D)*, Peter Abbarno (R), Tarra Simmons (D), Shelley Kloba (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 05/18/2023
• Last Action: Effective date 7/23/2023**.
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PA bill #SB696 • Last Action 05/15/2023
Providing for pharmaceutical transparency; establishing the Pharmaceutical Transparency Review Board and providing for its powers and duties; establishing the Pharmaceutical Transparency Review Fund; and imposing a penalty.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Pharmaceutical Transparency Review Board, an independent board tasked with reviewing high-cost prescription drug products and developing recommendations to address affordability issues for residents, government agencies, health plans, providers, employers, and pharmacies in Pennsylvania. The bill requires manufacturers to report detailed information about the costs and pricing of certain high-cost drugs, which the Board will use to analyze and publish reports on prescription drug affordability. The Board is funded through assessments on manufacturers and can impose penalties on non-compliant manufacturers. The bill also requires the Board to submit annual reports on pricing trends and recommendations for making prescription drugs more affordable in the state.
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Bill Summary: Providing for pharmaceutical transparency; establishing the Pharmaceutical Transparency Review Board and providing for its powers and duties; establishing the Pharmaceutical Transparency Review Fund; and imposing a penalty.
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• Introduced: 05/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Sharif Street (D)*, Dan Laughlin (R), Wayne Fontana (D), Vincent Hughes (D), Tim Kearney (D), Amanda Cappelletti (D), Jay Costa (D), Jimmy Dillon (D), Maria Collett (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/15/2023
• Last Action: Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE
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MN bill #HF2335 • Last Action 05/15/2023
Housing finance and policy bill.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a variety of new housing grant programs and funding sources to address affordable housing and homelessness in Minnesota. The key provisions include: - Appropriating over $792 million in FY 2024 and $273 million in FY 2025 to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency for various housing programs, including the Challenge Program, Workforce Housing Development, Manufactured Home Park Infrastructure Grants and Loans, Workforce Homeownership Program, Housing Trust Fund, Homeless Prevention, Homeownership Assistance, Affordable Rental Investment, and more. - Creating new programs like the First-Generation Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Fund, Supportive Housing Program, Lead Safe Homes Grant Program, Community Stabilization Program, Greater Minnesota Housing Infrastructure Grant Program, Stable Housing Organization Relief Program, Community-Based First-Generation Homebuyers Assistance Program, and High-Rise Sprinkler System Grant Program. - Establishing a 0.25% metropolitan region sales and use tax to fund rent assistance, metropolitan city aid, and metropolitan county aid programs. - Expanding eligibility and uses for various Minnesota Housing Finance Agency programs and modifying bonding authority. - Requiring cities to report on residential buildings without sprinkler systems and creating a workgroup to study expediting rental assistance processing and distribution. The bill aims to increase the supply of affordable housing, preserve naturally occurring affordable housing, provide rental and down payment assistance, and address homelessness across Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; establishing budget for Minnesota Housing Finance Agency; making policy, finance, and technical changes to housing provisions; expanding and establishing certain homeownership, manufactured home, and rent assistance programs; expanding requirements and uses of housing infrastructure bonds; establishing metropolitan region sales tax; establishing local affordable housing aid; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 82.75, subdivision 8; 297A.99, subdivision 1; 327C.095, subdivisions 12, 13, 16; 327C.096; 462.357, subdivision 1; 462A.05, subdivision 14, by adding subdivisions; 462A.07, by adding a subdivision; 462A.2035, subdivision 1b; 462A.204, subdivision 3; 462A.21, subdivision 3b; 462A.22, subdivision 1; 462A.33, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 462A.36, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 462A.37, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 462A.38, subdivision 1; 462A.39, subdivisions 2, 5; 469.002, subdivision 12, by adding a subdivision; 500.20, subdivision 2a; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 8, article 1, section 3, subdivision 11; Laws 2023, chapter 20, section 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 297A; 327C; 462A; 477A.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Howard (D)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 14 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 05/09/2023
• Last Action: Secretary of State Chapter 37
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AK bill #HB137 • Last Action 05/13/2023
Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Interstate Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, which allows physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to obtain a compact privilege to practice in other member states. The bill also requires criminal background checks for license applicants, adds a new compact privilege fee, and allows the Physical Therapy Compact Commission to promulgate rules to facilitate the compact's administration. Current licensees may continue practicing under their existing licenses until expiration. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act relating to an interstate physical therapy licensure compact; relating to the licensure of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, and occupational therapy assistants; and providing for an effective date."
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• Introduced: 03/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Stanley Wright (R)*, Dan Ortiz (NP), Mike Prax (R), Frank Tomaszewski (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/27/2023
• Last Action: COSPONSOR(S): TOMASZEWSKI
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VT bill #H0062 • Last Action 05/12/2023
An act relating to the interstate Counseling Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Counseling Compact, which facilitates interstate practice of licensed professional counselors to improve public access to counseling services. The Compact allows for mutual recognition of member state licenses, enhances states' ability to protect public health and safety, and enables the use of telehealth technology to increase access to counseling. It creates a national Counseling Compact Commission to administer the Compact, including developing rules and data systems. The bill also authorizes the Office of Professional Regulation to conduct criminal background checks on applicants for licensure as clinical mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and certain other professions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the interstate Counseling Compact
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lori Houghton (D)*, David Durfee (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 62
• Last Amended: 06/12/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on June 1, 2023
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VT bill #H0452 • Last Action 05/12/2023
An act relating to expanding apprenticeship and other workforce opportunities
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to expand apprenticeship and other workforce opportunities in Vermont. It establishes the Vermont Registered Apprenticeship Program within the Department of Labor, which will develop, register, monitor, and maintain records of apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and youth apprenticeship programs. The bill sets standards for these programs, including requirements for on-the-job training, related technical instruction, wages, and equal employment opportunity. It also creates the Vermont Apprenticeship Advisory Board to advise the Department and promote the development of apprenticeship programs. Additionally, the bill requires the Commissioner of Labor to work with the Vermont Office of Racial Equity to examine ways to better incorporate equity and diversity in apprenticeship programs, with a report due by January 15, 2024. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to expanding apprenticeship and other workforce opportunities.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Michael Marcotte (R)*, Jim Carroll (D), Heather Chase (D), Edye Graning (D), Stephanie Jerome (D), Emma Mulvaney-Stanak (D), Logan Nicoll (D), Monique Priestley (D), Jarrod Sammis (LIB), Kirk White (D), Jonathan Williams (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 06/14/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on June 8, 2023
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VT bill #H0282 • Last Action 05/12/2023
An act relating to the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts and adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, which aims to increase public access to professional psychological services by allowing for telepsychology practice across state lines and temporary in-person, face-to-face services in states where the psychologist is not licensed. The Compact establishes a Commission to administer the agreement, including setting rules, issuing subpoenas, and taking disciplinary actions. The bill also creates a coordinated database to share licensure and disciplinary information on psychologists across Compact states. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Lori Houghton (D)*, Daisy Berbeco (D), Alyssa Black (D), Mari Cordes (D), Leslie Goldman (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 06/12/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on June 1, 2023
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VT bill #H0077 • Last Action 05/12/2023
An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact in Vermont, which allows physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege" while their home state license remains in good standing. The bill establishes the Physical Therapy Compact Commission as the governing body, outlines the requirements for state participation, defines the compact privilege process, and addresses issues like adverse actions, active duty military personnel, data sharing, rulemaking, and enforcement. The bill also authorizes the Office of Professional Regulation to administer and enforce the compact within Vermont.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Ode (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 62
• Last Amended: 06/12/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on June 1, 2023
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VT bill #S0014 • Last Action 05/12/2023
An act relating to a report on criminal justice-related investments and trends
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Establishes a requirement for the Vermont Statistical Analysis Center (SAC) to submit a report every three years on trends associated with Vermont's criminal justice-related investments and expenditures, including data on recidivism rates, clearance rates, evidence of desistance, bail rates, pretrial detainees, and funding for substance abuse treatment, mental health, and other initiatives. - Creates the Coordinated Justice Reform Advisory Council to provide data-driven recommendations on priorities and appropriations to support a unified and collaborative state approach to community-based programs and services employing restorative justice principles. The Council is required to submit annual recommendations on funding allocations and a sustainable planning and funding structure. - Requires the Commissioner of Corrections to incorporate the Council's funding recommendations into the Department's annual proposed budget. - Sets a repeal date of July 1, 2028 for the reporting requirement, the Coordinated Justice Reform Advisory Council, and the Commissioner's budget responsibilities related to the Council.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a report on criminal justice-related investments and trends.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Dick Sears (D)*, Phil Baruth (D), Nader Hashim (D), Ginny Lyons (D), Bob Norris (R), Tanya Vyhovsky (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 65
• Last Amended: 06/12/2023
• Last Action: Senate Message: Signed by Governor June 1, 2023
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VT bill #H0086 • Last Action 05/12/2023
An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts Vermont's adoption of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, which allows for the mutual recognition of other member state licenses and facilitates interstate practice of audiology and speech-language pathology. The bill defines key terms, outlines the requirements for obtaining a compact privilege to practice, establishes the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission, and sets forth rules for adverse actions, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The bill also makes changes to Vermont's laws related to interpreters for individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind, and establishes a new fee for the compact privilege. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2023, except for the sections related to the compact and the new fee, which will take effect on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike McCarthy (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 63
• Last Amended: 06/12/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on June 1, 2023
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US bill #HR3221 • Last Action 05/11/2023
John Tanner and Jim Cooper Fairness and Independence in Redistricting Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the John Tanner and Jim Cooper Fairness and Independence in Redistricting Act, would prohibit states from conducting more than one congressional redistricting after each decennial census, except when required by a court to comply with the Constitution or the Voting Rights Act. It would require states to conduct congressional redistricting through independent redistricting commissions or, if the commission's plan is not enacted, through the state's highest court or a federal district court. The bill also provides for payments to states to establish and operate their independent redistricting commissions, and would apply these provisions to congressional redistricting after the 2030 census.
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Bill Summary: A BILL To prohibit States from carrying out more than one Congressional redistricting after a decennial census and apportionment, to require States to conduct such redistricting through independent commissions, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 05/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Cohen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/24/2023
• Last Action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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AK bill #HB138 • Last Action 05/10/2023
Aud. & Speech-lang Interstate Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to implement the Audiology and Speech-Language Interstate Compact, which would allow audiologists and speech-language pathologists licensed in one member state to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege." The bill would require audiologists and speech-language pathologists to undergo criminal background checks, and it would add a new section to the existing law to outline the provisions of the compact, including establishing the Audiology and Speech-Language Compact Commission to govern the compact. The bill would also make related amendments to existing state law to incorporate the new compact requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act relating to an audiology and speech-language interstate compact; relating to the practice of audiology and the practice of speech-language pathology; and providing for an effective date."
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• Introduced: 03/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Stanley Wright (R)*, Dan Ortiz (NP), Mike Prax (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/27/2023
• Last Action: COSPONSOR(S): PRAX
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WA bill #HB1744 • Last Action 05/09/2023
Clarifying the responsibilities and accountability for the effective delivery and oversight of public education services to charter school students.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill seeks to clarify the responsibilities and increase the accountability for the effective delivery and oversight of public education services to charter school students in Washington. Key provisions include: - Requiring charter school boards to ensure annual training for board members and staff on compliance with laws and proper use of public funds. - Expanding requirements for charter schools to report on hiring of non-certified instructional staff. - Clarifying the role of the Washington State Charter School Commission to authorize high-quality charter schools, ensure accountability and oversight, and hold charter school boards accountable. - Enhancing authorizer responsibilities to hold charter school boards accountable for academic outcomes, operations, and finances. - Allowing the State Board of Education to review and make recommendations on the performance of the Charter School Commission. - Establishing a system for students and parents to submit complaints about charter school operations to the Commission. - Requiring charter schools to prominently post information for submitting complaints on their websites. The overall goal is to strengthen the accountability and oversight of charter schools in Washington to ensure high-quality educational opportunities and outcomes for students.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to clarifying the responsibilities and 2 accountability for the effective delivery and oversight of public 3 education services to charter school students; amending RCW 4 28A.710.030, 28A.710.040, 28A.710.070, 28A.710.100, 28A.710.120, 5 28A.710.140, 28A.710.180, and 28A.710.190; adding new sections to 6 chapter 28A.710 RCW; and creating a new section. 7
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• Introduced: 02/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Skyler Rude (R)*, Sharon Tomiko Tomiko Santos (D), Suzanne Schmidt (R), Gerry Pollet (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 05/16/2023
• Last Action: Effective date 7/23/2023.
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VT bill #H0271 • Last Action 05/08/2023
An act relating to approval of amendments to the charter of the Town of Springfield
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill approves the amendments to the charter of the Town of Springfield, Vermont, which were approved by the voters on November 3, 2020. The key provisions include changes to the ordinance adoption procedure, procedures for charter revision and amendment, town meeting and elections, duties and responsibilities of elected officials, and the town's financial administration and budget process. The bill specifies that the amendments shall take effect upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to approval of amendments to the charter of the Town of Springfield.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Alice Emmons (D)*, Kristi Morris (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 05/12/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on May 4, 2023
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TN bill #SB0027 • Last Action 05/03/2023
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8, Chapter 44, relative to public meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Tennessee's laws regarding public meetings of municipal, metropolitan, and county government legislative bodies. It requires these bodies to make the agenda for upcoming meetings publicly available at no charge at least 48 hours prior to the meeting, in an accessible location. The bill also allows these bodies to deliberate or act on matters not listed on the agenda, as long as they follow their own bylaws or rules and comply with other applicable state laws. The bill specifies that making the agenda available on the local government's website would satisfy the public accessibility requirement.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, requires a legislative body for a municipal, metropolitan, or county government to make available to the public, at no charge and at least 48 hours prior to a meeting, the agenda for the upcoming meeting in a place accessible to the public; authorizes such body to deliberate or act upon matters not listed on the agenda if the body follows its bylaws or properly adopted rules and procedures and complies with all other applicable state laws. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 44.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2022
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Todd Gardenhire (R)*, Ferrell Haile (R), Ken Yager (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/01/2023
• Last Action: Effective date(s) 04/25/2023
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NC bill #H445 • Last Action 05/03/2023
Open Meetings Changes
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes remote meetings for public bodies in North Carolina under certain circumstances, such as during a declared emergency, when members are unable to attend in person due to health issues or other unexpected circumstances. The bill establishes requirements for remote meetings, including notice, participation, voting, and public access. It also clarifies that remote meetings comply with open meeting laws and provides guidance on quorum, voting, and public hearings. The bill updates various statutes to reflect the new remote meeting provisions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE REMOTE MEETINGS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
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• Introduced: 03/22/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Matthew Winslow (R)*, Sam Watford (R)*, Ben Moss (R)*, Celeste Cairns (R)*, Dennis Riddell (R), Bill Ward (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 05/03/2023
• Last Action: Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
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TN bill #SB0980 • Last Action 05/03/2023
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, Chapter 13, relative to charter schools.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various provisions related to charter schools in Tennessee. The key changes include: 1. Requiring authorizers to consider the performance of any charter schools operated by the sponsoring organization when reviewing charter applications. 2. Requiring local school boards to notify charter schools at least 120 days before changing grade bands, to allow the charter schools to seek amendments to their charter agreements. 3. Clarifying enrollment policies for out-of-district students at charter schools, including allowing up to 25% of a charter school's enrollment to be out-of-district students if the authorizer has a policy allowing it. 4. Allowing charter schools to give enrollment preferences to economically disadvantaged students and to children of employees or governing board members (up to 10% of enrollment or 25 students). 5. Establishing a progressive intervention policy that authorizers must adopt to address issues with charter schools before seeking revocation, and clarifying the revocation process. 6. Expanding the student information that charter schools can publish to include email addresses and telephone listings.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, revises various provisions relative to charter schools. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 13.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Todd Gardenhire (R)*, Janice Bowling (R), John Stevens (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/01/2023
• Last Action: Effective date(s) 04/24/2023
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TN bill #HB1086 • Last Action 05/03/2023
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, Chapter 13, relative to charter schools.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises various provisions related to charter schools in Tennessee. Key changes include: 1. Authorizers must consider the performance of any existing charter schools operated by the applicant when reviewing a new charter application. 2. If a local school district changes grade bands for its schools, it must notify charter schools authorized by the district at least 120 days in advance to allow the charter schools to seek an amendment to their charter agreements. 3. Charter schools can enroll up to 25% of their students from outside the geographic area of the local school district in which the charter is located, if the authorizer has a policy allowing out-of-district enrollment. 4. Charter schools can give enrollment preferences to economically disadvantaged students and to children of school employees or governing board members (up to 10% of enrollment or 25 students, whichever is less). 5. The bill establishes a progressive intervention policy that authorizers must adopt to address compliance issues before revoking a charter, except in emergency situations. 6. The bill also expands the student information that charter schools must disclose, including email addresses and phone numbers.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, revises various provisions relative to charter schools. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 13.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 113th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Charlie Baum (R)*, Mark White (R), Gino Bulso (R), Chris Todd (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 05/01/2023
• Last Action: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 206
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IL bill #HB4040 • Last Action 05/03/2023
REVENUE-MEGAPROJECTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Megaproject Sports and Entertainment Facility Admission Tax Act, which imposes a $3 tax on each individual admitted to a sports and entertainment facility located on megaproject property. The bill also amends the Property Tax Code to provide that certain property may be certified by the Department of Revenue as containing a megaproject, which is defined as a project with respect to which a company makes a specified investment during a specified investment period. The certified megaproject property is eligible for an assessment freeze and may be granted an abatement. The bill requires the company operating a megaproject to enter into an agreement with the municipality in which the project is located to make certain special payments, and creates the Arlington Megaproject Oversight Board to provide oversight and recommendations related to the megaproject. The bill also amends various other tax acts to provide exemptions for qualified tangible personal property used in the construction or operation of a megaproject, and requires the deposit of certain tax proceeds from megaproject property into the Arlington Megaproject Infrastructure Fund.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Megaproject Sports and Entertainment Facility Admission Tax Act. Imposes a tax of $3 for each individual admitted to a sports and entertainment facility located on megaproject property. Contains provisions concerning the distribution of the proceeds of the tax. Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that certain property may be certified by the Department of Revenue as containing a megaproject. Provides that a "megaproject" is a project with respect to which a company makes a specified investment during a specified investment period. Provides that the Department of Revenue may issue a megaproject certificate only for a megaproject in the Village of Arlington Heights. Provides that the megaproject property is eligible for an assessment freeze. Provides that megaproject property may be granted an abatement. Provides that a company that operates a megaproject shall enter into an agreement with the municipality in which the project is located to make certain special payments. Creates the Arlington Megaproject Oversight Board. Provides that the incentive agreement must be approved by resolution of the Arlington Megaproject Oversight Board. Amends the State Finance Act making conforming changes. Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Provides that qualified tangible personal property used in the construction or operation of a megaproject is exempt from the taxes imposed under those Acts. Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act, the Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax Act, and the Liquor Control Act of 1934. Provides that certain tax proceeds from megaproject property shall be deposited into the Arlington Megaproject Infrastructure Fund. Makes other changes. Effective June 1, 2023.
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• Introduced: 04/20/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 24 : Marty Moylan (D)*, Nabeela Syed (D), Jonathan Carroll (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Joyce Mason (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Bob Rita (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Matt Hanson (D), Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Dee Avelar (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Anthony DeLuca (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Carol Ammons (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Marcus Evans (D), Mary Flowers (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Edgar Gonzalez (D), Jehan Gordon-Booth (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/20/2023
• Last Action: Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Stephanie A. Kifowit
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AK bill #SB130 • Last Action 05/03/2023
Nursing: Licensure; Multistate Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact in Alaska, which allows nurses to practice in multiple states under a single multistate license. The bill establishes fees for the multistate license, requires the Board of Nursing to adopt regulations to implement the compact, and sets an effective date of July 1, 2024, except for the provision allowing the state to immediately adopt implementing regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act relating to the licensure of nursing professionals; relating to a multistate nurse licensure compact; and providing for an effective date."
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• Introduced: 04/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 33rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Donny Olson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 05/03/2023
• Last Action: REFERRED TO LABOR & COMMERCE
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OK bill #HB2858 • Last Action 05/02/2023
Construction Industries Board; powers and duties; reports; votes; workforce development; contacts; reporting requirements; effective date; emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the laws related to the Construction Industries Board (CIB) in Oklahoma. The key provisions include: 1. Expanding the CIB's regulatory authority to include home inspectors. 2. Authorizing the CIB chair, vice-chair, administrator, or designee to cancel or reschedule meetings of the CIB's licensing or registration act advisory examining committees. 3. Requiring the CIB to review and vote on all administrative fines, penalties, and fees within 90 days of imposition. 4. Allowing the CIB to enter into contracts with state-accredited vocational or technical schools to develop instructional courses and workforce development programs related to the trades regulated by the CIB. 5. Creating a Skilled Trade Education and Workforce Development Fund to be funded by certain fine and penalty revenue, and establishing processes for the use and reclamation of those funds. 6. Providing an effective date of July 1, 2023 and declaring an emergency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Construction Industries Board; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1000.2, which relates to the recreation of the Board; amending regulated industries; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1000.4, which relates to the powers of the Board; amending the scope of the Board; authorizing certain members to make specific changes to meetings; altering receipt of certain reports; modifying when certain votes must occur; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1000.4a, which relates to additional powers of the Board; providing for sharing certain information related to workforce; modifying certain contracting ability; implementing reporting requirements for certain funds; creating processes for reclaiming lapsed funds; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Construction Industries Board
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kevin Wallace (R)*, Bill Coleman (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/27/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/02/2023
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OK bill #SB613 • Last Action 05/01/2023
Health care; prohibiting gender transition procedures for children; authorizing certain civil actions and relief; licensure; adding violations and penalties. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits health care providers from providing gender transition procedures to children in Oklahoma. It defines "gender transition procedures" and makes it unprofessional conduct and a felony for a provider to knowingly provide such procedures to minors. The bill allows for civil lawsuits by parents, guardians, or the child themselves, and authorizes the Attorney General to bring enforcement actions. It also amends existing laws to add violations related to providing gender transition procedures to children as grounds for disciplinary action against medical and nursing licenses. The bill declares an emergency, indicating it will take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 613 By: Daniels, Bullard, Jett, Burns, Bergstrom, Hamilton, Woods, Rogers, Stephens, Dahm, and Standridge of the Senate and Hasenbeck, Hardin, West (Kevin), Gann, and Crosswhite Hader of the House An Act relating to health care; defining terms; prohibiting gender transition procedures for children; providing for administrative, criminal, and civil enforcement; authorizing certain civil actions and relief; authorizing Attorney General to bring enforcement actions; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 509, 567.8, and 637, which relate to health care provider licensure; adding violations and penalties; updating statutory language; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Health care
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 17 : Julie Daniels (R)*, Toni Hasenbeck (R)*, Tom Gann (R), Kevin West (R), David Hardin (R), Marilyn Stark (R), Denise Crosswhite Hader (R), Nathan Dahm (R), Shane Jett (R), Cowboy Stephens (R), Tom Woods (R), Cody Rogers (R), Warren Hamilton (R), David Bullard (R), Micheal Bergstrom (R), George Burns (R), Rob Standridge (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 53
• Last Amended: 05/01/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/01/2023
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MN bill #HF1826 • Last Action 05/01/2023
State and local government policy bill.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Designates the Bill and Bonnie Daniels Firefighters Hall and Museum in Minneapolis as the official state fire museum. - Makes changes to legislative day definitions, legislative reporting requirements, the Executive Council, data practices, state civil service provisions, ADA coordinator positions, and notary public laws. - Establishes the Office of Collaboration and Dispute Resolution and the Office of Enterprise Sustainability within the Department of Administration. - Makes changes to state procurement, personnel management, and hiring and retention practices for people with disabilities. - Requires accessibility standards for state information technology and cybersecurity provisions. - Makes changes to the Board of Regents, civil marriages, holidays, the Mississippi River Parkway Commission, certain closed meetings proceedings, and service worker standards. - Establishes the Ramsey County and Anoka County Library Advisory Boards. - Allows the construction manager at risk method of project delivery for municipalities. - Requires cities to report buildings without sprinkler systems. - Dissolves the Minneapolis Municipal Building Commission.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; designating the state fire museum; making provisions for legislative day, legislative reports, legislative provisions, Executive Council, data practices, state civil service, ADA coordinators, and notary; defining appointing authority; providing changes covering state agencies, legislative salary council, and MMB accounting system; clarifying capital asset preservation; establishing the Office of Collaboration and Dispute Resolution and the Office of Enterprise Sustainability; changing certain state procurement provisions; making changes to state personnel management; requiring provisions for disability recruitment, hiring, and advancement; requiring accessibility standards; changing Board of Regents provisions; changing provisions for civil marriages, holidays, Mississippi River Parkway Commission, certain closed meetings proceedings, and service worker standards; changing certain information technology and cybersecurity provisions; making local government provision changes; establishing the Ramsey County and Anoka County Library Advisory Boards; establishing the construction manager at risk method of project delivery; allowing managed natural landscapes; allowing municipal hotel licensing; requiring reporting of buildings that do not have sprinkler systems; implementing the Municipal Building Commission dissolution; requiring reports; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.011; 3.012; 3.195, subdivision 1; 3.303, subdivision 6; 3.855, subdivisions 2, 3, 5; 3.888, subdivision 5, by adding subdivisions; 9.031, subdivision 3; 13.04, subdivision 4; 13D.02, subdivision 1; 15.0597, subdivisions 1, 4, 5, 6; 15.066, by adding a subdivision; 15A.0825, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 16A.055, by adding a subdivision; 16A.15, subdivision 3; 16A.632, subdivision 2; 16B.307, subdivision 1; 16B.33, subdivisions 1, 3, 3a, by adding a subdivision; 16B.58, by adding a subdivision; 16C.10, subdivision 2; 16C.251; 16C.32, subdivision 1; 16C.36; 16E.01, subdivisions 1a, 3, by adding a subdivision; 16E.016; 16E.03, subdivisions 2, 4a, by adding a subdivision; 43A.01, subdivision 2; 43A.02, by adding subdivisions; 43A.04, subdivisions 1a, 4, 7; 43A.06, subdivision 1; 43A.09; 43A.10, subdivisions 2a, 7; 43A.14; 43A.15, subdivision 14, by adding a subdivision; 43A.17, by adding a subdivision; 43A.18, subdivisions 1, 9; 43A.19, subdivision 1; 43A.191; 43A.21, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 43A.36, subdivision 1; 43A.421; 118A.09, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 137.0245, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 138.081, subdivision 3; 138.665, subdivision 2; 161.1419, subdivision 2; 179A.22, subdivision 4; 351.01, subdivision 2; 357.17; 359.04; 364.021; 364.06, subdivision 1; 383B.145, by adding a subdivision; 471.345, by adding a subdivision; 473.606, subdivision 5; 473.704, subdivision 3; 507.0945; 517.04; 645.44, subdivision 5, as amended; proposing 1 HF1826 SECOND ENGROSSMENT REVISOR SGS H1826-2 coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 1; 16B; 43A; 118A; 134; 359; 383B; 412; 471; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 15.0395; 16B.24, subdivision 13; 16E.0466, subdivision 2; 43A.17, subdivision 9; 136F.03; 179.90; 179.91; 383B.143, subdivisions 2, 3; 383B.75; 383B.751; 383B.752; 383B.753; 383B.754.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Ginny Klevorn (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/18/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (16:00:00 5/1/2023 )
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OK bill #HB1543 • Last Action 05/01/2023
Uniform Consumer Credit Code; dollar amounts; reverting to a previous year's Consumer Price Index; removing the Advisory Committee; emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Uniform Consumer Credit Code in Oklahoma. Key provisions include: 1. Reverting the reference base index for calculating changes in certain dollar amounts from December 2021 to December 2020, and modifying the percentage thresholds for when those dollar amounts can change. 2. Removing the requirement for the Administrator to include the method for calculating changes to certain dollar amounts in the rules, as well as removing the provision for the Administrator to have rulemaking control over those changes. 3. Removing the Consumer Credit Advisory Committee, which previously advised the Commission on Consumer Credit on matters related to the Department of Consumer Credit. 4. Declaring an emergency, allowing the bill to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Uniform Consumer Credit Code; amending 14A O.S. 2021, Section 1-106, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 207, O.S.L. 2022 (14A O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 1-106), which relates to change in dollar amounts; reverting to a previous year's Consumer Price Index; removing provision for percentage change in the Index under certain conditions; relinquishing certain rulemaking control of the Administrator; amending 14A O.S. 2021, Section 1-301, which relates to definitions; modifying definition; amending 14A O.S. 2021, Section 6-501, which relates to administration; removing the Consumer Credit Advisory Committee; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Uniform Consumer Credit Code
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Anthony Moore (R)*, Bill Coleman (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/24/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/28/2023
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OK bill #HB1036 • Last Action 05/01/2023
Veterans; creating the Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force, which will study and make recommendations regarding the causes and prevention of suicides among veterans in the state of Oklahoma. The task force will consist of 9 members, including veterans, representatives from various state agencies and departments, and appointees from the state legislature and governor. The task force is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations by November 30, 2024. The task force will be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and its members will not receive compensation or travel reimbursement.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to veterans; creating the Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force; setting end date for task force; providing for task force membership; specifying deadline for task force appointments; providing for certain coordination in appointing task force members; establishing deadline for task force organizational meeting; providing for selection of chair and vice chair; providing for task force duties; setting quorum requirement; subjecting task force to Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; prohibiting compensation and reimbursement for task force members; providing for staffing and administrative support of task force; directing submission of a report of findings and recommendations; providing for noncodification. SUBJECT: Veterans
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Jacob Rosecrants (D)*, Chris Kidd (R)*, Josh West (R), Daniel Pae (R), Trish Ranson (D), Annie Menz (D), Ellyn Hefner (D), John Waldron (D), Kay Floyd (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/24/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/28/2023
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OK bill #SB575 • Last Action 04/28/2023
Professions and occupations; creating the Janet Phillips Act of 2023; enacting the Counseling Compact and authorizing the Governor to enter into compact with certain jurisdictions. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Counseling Compact, which allows licensed professional counselors to practice in other member states through a "privilege to practice" without obtaining additional state licenses. The compact establishes the Counseling Compact Commission to oversee the compact's administration and enforcement. The bill authorizes the Governor to enter Oklahoma into the compact with other participating jurisdictions. The compact aims to improve public access to professional counseling services by facilitating interstate practice and enhancing information sharing among states.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 575 By: Stephens of the Senate and Randleman and Hefner of the House An Act relating to professions and occupations; creating the Janet Phillips Act of 2023; providing short title; enacting the Counseling Compact and authorizing Governor to enter into compact with certain jurisdictions; setting forth form of certain compact; providing for codification; providing for noncodification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Counseling Compact
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Cowboy Stephens (R)*, Randy Randleman (R)*, Ellyn Hefner (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/24/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/28/2023
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KS bill #HB2285 • Last Action 04/28/2023
Requiring the secretary of health and environment to study drug overdose death cases and providing for the confidentiality of related records, restricting the authority of the secretary of health and environment and local health officers to control the spread of infectious or contagious diseases, repealing the authority of the secretary to quarantine individuals and impose penalties for violations thereof and prohibiting the secretary of health and environment from requiring COVID-19 vaccination
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Requires the secretary of health and environment to study drug overdose deaths, including reviewing autopsy reports, medical records, and other relevant data, to determine the preventability of such deaths and develop recommendations to prevent future overdoses. The bill provides confidentiality protections for the records and information gathered during this study. - Restricts the authority of the secretary of health and environment and local health officers to control the introduction and spread of infectious or contagious diseases. The bill removes the secretary's ability to issue orders for isolation, quarantine, or testing, and instead allows only for recommendations in certain situations. - Repeals the secretary of health and environment's authority to quarantine individuals and impose penalties for violations. - Prohibits the secretary of health and environment from requiring COVID-19 vaccination for children to attend child care facilities or schools.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the secretary of health and environment; relating to drug overdoses; requiring the secretary of health and environment to study overdose deaths; providing for the confidentiality of acquired and compiled records; restricting the powers of the secretary of health and environment and local health officers to control the introduction and spread of infectious or contagious diseases; revoking the authority of the secretary to order individuals to isolate or quarantine and impose penalties for violations thereof; prohibiting the secretary of health and environment from requiring a COVID-19 vaccination in order to attend a child care facility or school; amending K.S.A. 65-116g, 65-119, 65-128, 65-129b, 65-129d, 65-508 and 72-6262 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 65-101, 65-202 and 72-5180 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 65-126, 65-127, 65-129 and 65-129c.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Insurance
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/28/2023
• Last Action: House The Legislature having adjourned sine die on April 28, 2023, there was no opportunity to reconsider and the veto is sustained.
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IL bill #HB2469 • Last Action 04/28/2023
SCH CD-DRESS CODE POLICY
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois School Code to address school dress code policies. Specifically, it prohibits school dress codes from including or applying to hairstyles historically associated with race, ethnicity, or hair texture, and it ensures students have the right to wear or accessorize graduation attire with items associated with their cultural or ethnic identity. The bill also requires school boards and local school councils to accommodate the needs of students from indigent families and allow religious exemptions from dress code policies. Additionally, the State Board of Education must develop and provide resource materials to schools regarding hairstyles. Overall, this bill aims to promote inclusion and prevent discrimination in school dress codes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Provides that a school uniform or dress code policy adopted by a school board or local school council shall not prohibit the right of a student to wear or accessorize graduation attire with items associated with the student's cultural or ethnic identity or any protected characteristic or category identified in the Illinois Human Rights Act. Provides that the items used to accessorize graduation attire may include, but are not limited to, flags, pins, or any other relevant item. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Aarón Ortíz (D)*, Karina Villa (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/17/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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MI bill #SB0304 • Last Action 04/27/2023
Appropriations: school aid; supplemental appropriations in the school aid act; provide for. Amends secs. 4, 6, 6a, 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 20, 20d, 20f, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22m, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 27a, 27b, 27c, 28, 31a, 31c, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 31p, 31aa, 32d, 32n, 32p, 35a, 39, 39a, 41, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51e, 51g, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 56, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 61i, 62, 65, 67, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97, 97b, 97e, 98, 98c, 99h, 99s, 104, 104h, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, 147
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the State School Aid Act of 1979 to provide supplemental appropriations for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The key provisions of the bill include: - Increasing the funding for the foundation allowance for school districts from $9,150 per pupil in 2022-2023 to $9,608 per pupil in 2023-2024. - Allocating an additional $1.3 billion for special education programs and services, including 100% reimbursement of foundation allowance costs associated with special education pupils. - Providing $50 million for reimbursing eligible districts for transportation costs, with higher per-pupil amounts for districts with lower pupil density. - Allocating $92.4 million for early literacy programs, including funding for early literacy coaches, additional instructional time for struggling readers, and professional development. - Allocating $150 million for improving student mental health, including funding for support staff, mental health screening tools, and consultation services. - Providing $50 million for a competitive grant program to expand access to quality, affordable before-school, after-school, and summer programming. - Allocating funding for various other programs related to early childhood education, data integration, school nutrition, and specialized services for students. The bill aims to provide additional resources to support student achievement, mental health, and school operations across Michigan school districts and intermediate districts.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled"The state school aid act of 1979,"by amending sections 4, 6, 6a, 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 20, 20d, 20f, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22m, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 27a, 27b, 27c, 28, 31a, 31c, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 31p, 31aa, 32d, 32n, 32p, 35a, 39, 39a, 41, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51e, 51g, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 56, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 61i, 62, 65, 67, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97, 97b, 97e, 98, 98c, 99h, 99s, 104, 104h, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, 147c, 147e, 152a, and 152b (MCL 388.1604, 388.1606, 388.1606a, 388.1611, 388.1611a, 388.1611j, 388.1611k, 388.1611m, 388.1611s, 388.1615, 388.1620, 388.1620d, 388.1620f, 388.1621h, 388.1622a, 388.1622b, 388.1622c, 388.1622d, 388.1622m, 388.1624, 388.1624a, 388.1625f, 388.1625g, 388.1626a, 388.1626b, 388.1626c, 388.1626d, 388.1627a, 388.1627b, 388.1627c, 388.1628, 388.1631a, 388.1631c, 388.1631d, 388.1631f, 388.1631j, 388.1631n, 388.1631p, 388.1631aa, 388.1632d, 388.1632n, 388.1632p, 388.1635a, 388.1639, 388.1639a, 388.1641, 388.1651a, 388.1651c, 388.1651d, 388.1651e, 388.1651g, 388.1653a, 388.1654, 388.1654b, 388.1654d, 388.1656, 388.1661a, 388.1661b, 388.1661c, 388.1661d, 388.1661i, 388.1662, 388.1665, 388.1667, 388.1674, 388.1681, 388.1694, 388.1694a, 388.1695b, 388.1697, 388.1697b, 388.1697e, 388.1698, 388.1698c, 388.1699h, 388.1699s, 388.1704, 388.1704h, 388.1707, 388.1747, 388.1747a, 388.1747b, 388.1747c, 388.1747e, 388.1752a, and 388.1752b), section 4 as amended by 2021 PA 48, sections 6, 6a, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 20, 20d, 20f, 21h, 22a, 22c, 22d, 22m, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 28, 31a, 31d, 31j, 31n, 31p, 32d, 32p, 35a, 39, 41, 51d, 51g, 54b, 54d, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97, 98, 99h, 99s, 104, 104h, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, 147e, 152a, and 152b as amended and sections 27a, 27b, 27c, 31aa, 32n, 51e, 61i, 97b, 97e, and 98c as added by 2022 PA 144, sections 11, 22b, 31f, 39a, 51a, 51c, 53a, 54, and 147c as amended by 2023 PA 3, and section 31c as added and section 56 as amended by 2022 PA 212, and by adding sections 22e, 31k, 32w, and 35k.
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• Introduced: 04/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Thomas Albert (R)*, Michele Hoitenga (R), Joe Bellino (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/27/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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OK bill #HB2818 • Last Action 04/26/2023
Sunset; Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board; re-creating Board; modifying termination date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to re-create the Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board within the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and extend its termination date from July 1, 2023, to July 1, 2025. The Board is responsible for coordinating and integrating state and local efforts to address opioid overdose deaths, conducting case reviews, collecting and analyzing data, and making recommendations to improve policies, procedures, and practices to prevent fatal opioid overdoses. The bill also outlines the Board's powers and duties, including maintaining confidentiality of information and submitting annual reports on the incidence and causes of opioid overdose deaths in Oklahoma.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to sunset; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-1001, which relates to the Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board; re-creating the Board; and modifying termination date. SUBJECT: Sunset
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gerrid Kendrix (R)*, Micheal Bergstrom (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/20/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/26/2023
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MI bill #HB4219 • Last Action 04/26/2023
Economic development: Michigan strategic fund; membership on the Michigan strategic fund board; modify. Amends sec. 5 of 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2005).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the membership of the Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) Board, which is responsible for overseeing the state's economic development efforts. The bill adds two additional members to the 11-member board, with one member appointed from a list of nominees from the Senate minority leader and the other from a list of nominees from the House minority leader. The new members must have experience in private equity, venture capital, commercial lending, or technology commercialization. The bill also clarifies the board's authority to delegate certain responsibilities, such as approving smaller business development and community revitalization incentives, to the MSF president. Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures for the board's meetings, including provisions for protecting confidential financial and proprietary information submitted by applicants.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled ?An act relating to the economic development of this state; to create the Michigan strategic fund and to prescribe its powers and duties; to transfer and provide for the acquisition and succession to the rights, properties, obligations, and duties of the job development authority and the Michigan economic development authority to the Michigan strategic fund; to provide for the expenditure of proceeds in certain funds to which the Michigan strategic fund succeeds in ownership; to provide for the issuance of, and terms and conditions for, certain notes and bonds of the Michigan strategic fund; to create certain boards and funds; to create certain permanent funds; to exempt the property, income, and operation of the fund and its bonds and notes, and the interest thereon, from certain taxes; to provide for the creation of certain centers within and for the purposes of the Michigan strategic fund; to provide for the creation and funding of certain accounts for certain purposes; to impose certain powers and duties upon certain officials, departments, and authorities of this state; to make certain loans, grants, and investments; to provide penalties; to make an appropriation; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,? by amending section 5 (MCL 125.2005), as amended by 2014 PA 507.
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• Introduced: 03/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Matt Hall (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/27/2023
• Last Action: Assigned Pa 24'23 With Immediate Effect
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MI bill #SB0136 • Last Action 04/26/2023
History and arts: other; history museum authorities act; create. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the "History Museum Authorities Act" that allows any county in Michigan to form a history museum authority. The authority is a public corporate body with the power to sue and be sued, and it can provide funding to history museum services providers to support the operation of history museums. The authority can levy a property tax of up to 0.4 mills for up to 20 years, subject to approval by a majority of the county's voters. The bill outlines the process for establishing the authority, its governance structure, and financial management requirements, including an annual audit and budget process. The authority is required to transfer the tax revenue, less its own expenses, to the history museum services providers.
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Bill Summary: An act to provide for the establishment of history museum authorities; to provide for the powers and duties of a history museum authority; to authorize the levy and collection of a property tax by a history museum authority; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 11 : Sylvia Santana (D)*, Mallory McMorrow (D), Mary Cavanagh (D), Sue Shink (D), Paul Wojno (D), John Cherry (D), Erika Geiss (D), Dayna Polehanki (D), Veronica Klinefelt (D), Kevin Hertel (D), Jeremy Moss (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/02/2023
• Last Action: Senate Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection (12:30:00 4/26/2023 Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building)
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OK bill #HB2819 • Last Action 04/26/2023
Sunset; Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education; re-creating Council; modifying termination date.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma law to re-create the Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education, which was previously set to terminate in 2023. The bill extends the Council's termination date to 2025, in accordance with the Oklahoma Sunset Law. The Council is responsible for making recommendations to the State Board of Education and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction on matters affecting the education of Native American students, promoting educational opportunities, advocating for Native American students, and monitoring and evaluating the impact of the public education system on Native American students. The bill outlines the Council's composition, meeting requirements, and duties, including identifying effective communication strategies, developing measurable success criteria, analyzing data, encouraging Native American educational leadership, and making recommendations to the State Board of Education.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to sunset; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-173, which relates to the Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education; re-creating the Council; and modifying termination date. SUBJECT: Sunset
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gerrid Kendrix (R)*, Micheal Bergstrom (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/20/2023
• Last Action: Vetoed 04/26/2023
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OK bill #HB2799 • Last Action 04/24/2023
Sunset; Child Death Review Board; re-creating Board; modifying termination date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma law that created the Child Death Review Board, which is responsible for reviewing cases of child deaths and near-deaths in the state. The key provisions of the bill are: 1. It re-creates the Child Death Review Board until July 1, 2026, extending its termination date by three years from the previous July 1, 2023 date. 2. It maintains the Board's existing powers and duties, which include conducting case reviews, developing statistical information, improving protective services for surviving siblings, and making recommendations to improve the child protection system. 3. It requires the Board to submit annual statistical reports and a summary of its activities to the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth, which then incorporates the Board's findings and recommendations into its own annual report and state plan. Overall, this bill ensures the continued operation of the Child Death Review Board, which plays a critical role in understanding and improving the state's child protection system.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to sunset; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 1150.2, which relates to the Child Death Review Board; re-creating the Board; and modifying termination date. SUBJECT: Sunset
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gerrid Kendrix (R)*, Micheal Bergstrom (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/19/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/21/2023
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KS bill #HB2395 • Last Action 04/24/2023
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 open records act. The bill amends several existing laws to keep exceptions related to the confidentiality of various records, including financial examination records of captive insurance companies, records obtained during maternal death investigations, and records related to the central registry of police officers. The bill also maintains the confidentiality of cybersecurity assessment reports and other information collected to effectuate the state's cybersecurity program.
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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. 9-512, 40- 4308, 40-4350, 45-229, 65-177, 65-28b08, 74-5611a, 75-7240 and 75-7242 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Judiciary
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/05/2023
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Friday, April 14, 2023
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KS bill #HB2226 • Last Action 04/24/2023
Extending the time period for notice of excavations and permitting use of virtual whitelining for excavations.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the time period for notice of excavations from 15 to 20 calendar days and permits the use of virtual whitelining for excavation sites. The bill amends various sections of the Kansas Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act, including definitions, notice requirements, and the role of the notification center. It also allows the State Corporation Commission to adjust the time period for notice of intent to excavate and the maximum number of days for an operator to provide the location of the tolerance zone.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the state corporation commission; relating to the Kansas underground utility damage prevention act; extending the time period for notice for excavations; permitting virtual whitelining of excavation sites; amending K.S.A. 66-1804 and 66- 1810 and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 66-1802, 66-1805 and 66-1806 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/03/2023
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Friday, April 7, 2023
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KS bill #SB66 • Last Action 04/24/2023
Enacting the interstate teacher mobility compact to recognize equivalent teacher licenses across member states, requiring that licensing bodies provide verified electronic credentials to all credential holders based on their credentials from other jurisdictions and requiring licensing bodies to use centralized electronic credential data management systems capable of providing instantaneous credential verification.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the interstate teacher mobility compact to recognize equivalent teacher licenses across member states, requires licensing bodies to provide verified electronic credentials to all credential holders based on their credentials from other jurisdictions, and requires licensing bodies to use centralized electronic credential data management systems capable of providing instantaneous credential verification. The bill also establishes the interstate teacher mobility compact commission, sets forth its powers and duties, and provides for dispute resolution and enforcement of the compact. Additionally, the bill amends existing law to require Kansas licensing bodies to provide paper-based and verified electronic credentials to persons they regulate and to develop a uniform or singular license verification portal for verifying credential status.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning occupational licensure; relating to teacher licensure; enacting the interstate teacher mobility compact; recognizing equivalent teacher licenses from other member states; requiring that licensing bodies provide verified electronic credentials, in addition to paper-based credentials, to all credential holders, including military servicemembers and others receiving Kansas credentials based on their credentials from other jurisdictions; requiring licensing bodies to use centralized electronic credential data management systems capable of providing instantaneous credential verification; mandating that such systems maintain an auditable record; excepting certification of law enforcement officers from such electronic credential requirements and other provisions; amending K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 48-3406 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Education
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/24/2023
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 20, 2023
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OK bill #HB1897 • Last Action 04/24/2023
Public health and safety; modifying statutory references; modifying name of certain act; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing laws related to the operation and funding of emergency telephone services (9-1-1) in Oklahoma. Key provisions include: - Authorizing governing bodies (counties, municipalities, etc.) to provide for the operation of emergency telephone service and impose an emergency telephone fee, subject to voter approval. The fee can be up to 15% of the tariff rate charged by local telephone companies. - Defining terms related to emergency telephone services, including "area served," "emergency telephone service," and "emergency telephone fee." - Specifying requirements for the collection, remittance, and use of emergency telephone fees by local telephone companies and governing bodies. - Establishing the Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority to oversee the 9-1-1 fees collected and ensure proper use by public agencies. - Requiring annual audits and reporting by public agencies operating 9-1-1 systems, and allowing the Authority to order the escrow of fees for non-compliance. - Recodifying and repealing certain existing statutory sections related to emergency telephone services. The bill aims to update and clarify laws regarding the provision and funding of 9-1-1 emergency telephone services across Oklahoma.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public health and safety; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2814 and 2815, which relate to political subdivisions authorized to operate emergency telephone service and fee collection; modifying statutory references; modifying name of certain act; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2862, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 30, O.S.L. 2022 (63 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 2862), which relates to definitions; defining terms; modifying definition; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2868, which relates to use of funds; modifying name of certain act; removing certain duplicate language; providing for recodification; repealing 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2811, 2812 and 2813, which relate to short title, purpose of act and definitions; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Public health and safety
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Josh Cantrell (R)*, Chris Kidd (R)*, Justin Humphrey (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/19/2023
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 04/21/2023
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IA bill #SF127 • Last Action 04/24/2023
A bill for an act establishing the professional counselors licensure compact.(Formerly SSB 1012.)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the professional counselors licensure compact. The compact allows professional counselors licensed in one member state to practice in other member states without applying for additional licenses. The compact imposes certain minimum requirements on the licensure of professional counselors in member states. The compact creates a commission to administer its operations, including establishing rules, collecting fees, and taking disciplinary actions. The compact becomes effective upon enactment by 10 states and allows for the mutual recognition of professional counseling licenses between member states.
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to the adoption of the professional counselors interstate licensure compact. The compact establishes a system whereby professional counselors licensed to practice in one member state may practice in another member state under a compact privilege without applying for a license in that state. The compact imposes certain minimum requirements on the licensure of professional counselors in member states. The compact becomes effective upon enactment of the compact by 10 states. The compact creates a commission to administer the operation of the compact. The commission is an instrumentality of the member states. The compact includes provisions relating to the purpose, establishment, and membership of the commission; powers and privileges of the commission; active duty military personnel; telehealth; adverse actions; joint investigations; meetings and voting requirements; commission bylaws and rules; commission committees; commission finances; records of the commission; compact state compliance; venue for judicial proceedings; qualified immunity, defense, and indemnification; data and reporting; rulemaking; oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement; technical assistance and termination; effective dates and amendments to the compact; withdrawal, default, and expulsion; severability and construction; and the binding effect of the compact and other laws.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0 : Health And Human Services
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: Withdrawn. S.J. 935.
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KS bill #HB2288 • Last Action 04/24/2023
Enacting the counseling compact to provide for interstate practice privileges for professional counselors.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the counseling compact to provide for interstate practice privileges for professional counselors. The bill allows licensed professional counselors to practice in other member states under a "privilege to practice" while maintaining their home state license. The bill also establishes the Counseling Compact Commission to administer the compact and promulgate rules. Additionally, the bill authorizes the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board in Kansas to set a fee for a home-state license with interstate practice privileges.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the behavioral sciences; relating to professional counselors; enacting the counseling compact to provide interstate practice privileges; authorizing the behavioral sciences regulatory board to establish a fee for a home-state license with interstate practice privileges; amending K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 65-5808 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Health and Human Services
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/03/2023
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Monday, April 10, 2023
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MN bill #HF2930 • Last Action 04/21/2023
Health finance bill.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of the bill in a single paragraph: This bill makes several changes to health care administration and affordability, including establishing a Health Care Affordability Commission to set health care spending growth targets, enhance provider transparency, and monitor the adoption of alternative payment models. The bill also creates a direct payment system for Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare enrollees, expands access to telehealth, and increases reimbursement rates for certain services like long-acting reversible contraceptives, mental health, and tobacco/nicotine cessation. The bill aims to improve care coordination, expand school-based health centers, and address health disparities through new offices, advisory councils, and grant programs focused on communities of color, individuals with disabilities, and rural areas. The bill also includes provisions related to hospital nurse staffing, lead remediation, health care entity transactions, and other public health initiatives.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; modifying provisions on health care administration and affordability, the Minnesota Department of Health, health-related licensing boards, human services background studies, behavioral health, Department of Human Services operations and policy, economic assistance, and housing supports; requiring reports; making forecast adjustments; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 12A.08, subdivision 3; 13.3805, subdivision 1; 16A.151, subdivision 2; 62A.045; 62A.30, by adding subdivisions; 62A.673, subdivision 2; 62J.17, subdivision 5a; 62J.692, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 8; 62J.84, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, by adding subdivisions; 62Q.01, by adding a subdivision; 62Q.021, by adding a subdivision; 62Q.55, subdivision 5; 62Q.556; 62Q.56, subdivision 2; 62Q.73, subdivisions 1, 7; 62U.04, subdivisions 4, 5, 5a, 11, by adding subdivisions; 62V.05, subdivision 4a, by adding a subdivision; 121A.28; 121A.335; 122A.18, subdivision 8; 144.122; 144.1481, subdivision 1; 144.1501, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; 144.1505; 144.2151; 144.222; 144.226, subdivisions 3, 4; 144.382, by adding subdivisions; 144.55, subdivision 3; 144.566; 144.608, subdivision 1; 144.615, subdivision 7; 144.651, by adding a subdivision; 144.653, subdivision 5; 144.6535, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 144.69; 144.7055; 144.7067, subdivision 1; 144.9501, subdivisions 9, 17, 26a, 26b, by adding subdivisions; 144.9505, subdivisions 1, 1g, 1h; 144.9508, subdivision 2; 144A.06, subdivision 2; 144A.071, subdivision 2; 144A.073, subdivision 3b; 144A.474, subdivisions 3, 9, 12; 144A.4791, subdivision 10; 144E.001, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 144E.101, subdivisions 6, 7; 144E.103, subdivision 1; 144E.35; 144G.16, subdivision 7; 144G.18; 144G.57, subdivision 8; 145.411, subdivisions 1, 5; 145.423, subdivision 1; 145.87, subdivision 4; 145.924; 145.925; 145A.131, subdivisions 1, 5; 145A.14, by adding a subdivision; 147.02, subdivision 1; 147.03, subdivision 1; 147.037, subdivision 1; 147.141; 147A.08; 147A.16; 147B.02, subdivisions 4, 7; 148.261, subdivision 1; 148.512, subdivisions 10a, 10b, by adding subdivisions; 148.513, by adding a subdivision; 148.515, subdivision 6; 148.5175; 148.5195, subdivision 3; 148.5196, subdivision 1; 148.5197; 148.5198; 148B.392, subdivision 2; 148F.11, by adding a subdivision; 150A.08, subdivisions 1, 5; 150A.091, by adding a subdivision; 150A.13, subdivision 10; 151.01, subdivision 27, by adding a subdivision; 151.065, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 6; 151.37, subdivision 12; 151.40, subdivisions 1, 2; 151.555; 151.74, subdivisions 3, 4; 152.01, subdivision 18; 152.205; 153A.13, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, by adding subdivisions; 153A.14, subdivisions 1, 2, 2h, 2i, 2j, 4, 4a, 4b, 4c, 4e, 6, 9, 11, by adding a subdivision; 153A.15, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 153A.17; 153A.175; 153A.18; 153A.20; 245.4661, subdivision 9; 245.4663, subdivisions 1, 4; 245.469, 1 HF2930 FIRST ENGROSSMENT REVISOR DTT H2930-1 subdivision 3; 245.4901, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245.735, subdivisions 3, 5, 6, by adding subdivisions; 245A.02, subdivisions 5a, 10b; 245A.04, subdivisions 1, 7, 7a; 245A.041, by adding a subdivision; 245A.05; 245A.055, subdivision 2; 245A.06, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 245A.07, subdivisions 2a, 3; 245A.10, subdivisions 3, 4; 245A.16, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 245C.02, subdivisions 6a, 11c, 13e, by adding subdivisions; 245C.03, subdivisions 1, 1a, 4, 5, 5a; 245C.031, subdivisions 1, 4; 245C.05, subdivisions 1, 4, by adding a subdivision; 245C.07; 245C.08, subdivision 1; 245C.10, subdivisions 1d, 2, 2a, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 9a, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, by adding a subdivision; 245C.31, subdivision 1; 245C.32, subdivision 2; 245C.33, subdivision 4; 245G.01, by adding a subdivision; 245G.11, subdivision 10; 245H.01, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 245H.03, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 245H.06, subdivisions 1, 2; 245H.07, subdivisions 1, 2; 245H.13, subdivision 9; 245I.04, subdivisions 14, 16; 245I.05, subdivision 3; 245I.08, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 245I.10, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8; 245I.11, subdivisions 3, 4; 245I.20, subdivisions 5, 6, 10, 13, 14, 16; 254B.02, subdivision 5; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 1a; 256.01, by adding a subdivision; 256.0471, subdivision 1; 256.478, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding subdivisions; 256.9685, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 256.9686, by adding a subdivision; 256.969, subdivisions 2b, 9, 25, by adding a subdivision; 256B.04, subdivisions 14, 15; 256B.055, subdivision 17; 256B.056, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0616, subdivisions 3, 4, 5; 256B.0622, subdivisions 7a, 7b, 7c, 8; 256B.0623, subdivision 4; 256B.0624, subdivisions 5, 8; 256B.0625, subdivisions 3a, 5m, 9, 13c, 13e, 16, 22, 28b, 30, 31, by adding subdivisions; 256B.0631, subdivisions 1, 3; 256B.064; 256B.0757, subdivision 4c; 256B.0941, subdivision 2a, by adding subdivisions; 256B.0946, subdivision 6; 256B.0947, subdivision 7a, by adding a subdivision; 256B.196, subdivision 2; 256B.27, subdivision 3; 256B.434, subdivision 4f; 256B.69, subdivisions 4, 5a, 6d, 28, 36; 256B.692, subdivisions 1, 2; 256B.75; 256B.76, subdivisions 1, 2; 256B.764; 256D.01, subdivision 1a; 256D.02, by adding a subdivision; 256D.024, subdivision 1; 256D.06, subdivision 5; 256D.07; 256I.03, subdivisions 7, 15, by adding a subdivision; 256I.04, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 256I.06, subdivision 3; 256I.09; 256J.08, subdivision 21; 256J.09, subdivision 3; 256J.26, subdivision 1; 256J.95, subdivision 5; 256L.03, subdivisions 1, 5; 256L.04, subdivisions 1c, 7a, 10, by adding a subdivision; 256L.07, subdivision 1; 256L.15, subdivision 2; 256P.01, by adding subdivisions; 256P.02, subdivisions 1a, 2, by adding subdivisions; 256P.04, by adding a subdivision; 256P.06, subdivision 3, by adding subdivisions; 260C.007, subdivision 26d; 260E.09; 270B.14, subdivision 1; 297F.10, subdivision 1; 403.161; 403.162; 518A.39, subdivision 2; 524.5-118; 609B.425, subdivision 2; 609B.435, subdivision 2; Laws 2017, First Special Session chapter 6, article 5, section 11, as amended; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 6, section 26; article 16, section 2, subdivision 32, as amended; Laws 2022, chapter 99, article 1, section 46; article 3, section 9; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 62J; 62Q; 115; 144; 144E; 145; 148; 245; 245A; 245C; 256; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 62J.692, subdivisions 4a, 7, 7a; 62J.84, subdivision 5; 62Q.145; 62U.10, subdivisions 6, 7, 8; 137.38, subdivision 1; 144.059, subdivision 10; 144.9505, subdivision 3; 145.1621; 145.411, subdivisions 2, 4; 145.412; 145.413, subdivisions 2, 3; 145.4131; 145.4132; 145.4133; 145.4134; 145.4135; 145.4136; 145.415; 145.416; 145.423, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 145.4235; 145.4241; 145.4242; 145.4243; 145.4244; 145.4245; 145.4246; 145.4247; 145.4248; 145.4249; 152.092; 153A.14, subdivision 5; 245A.22; 245C.02, subdivisions 9, 14b; 245C.031, subdivisions 5, 6, 7; 245C.032; 245C.30, subdivision 1a; 245C.301; 256.9685, subdivisions 1c, 1d; 256B.011; 256B.40; 256B.69, subdivision 5c; 256I.03, subdivision 6; 261.28; 393.07, subdivision 11; Minnesota Rules, parts 4615.3600; 4640.1500; 4640.1600; 4640.1700; 4640.1800; 4640.1900; 4640.2000; 4640.2100; 4640.2200; 4640.2300; 4640.2400; 4640.2500; 4640.2600; 4640.2700; 4640.2800; 4640.2900; 4640.3000; 4640.3100; 4640.3200; 4640.3300; 4640.3400; 4640.3500; 4640.3600; 4640.3700; 4640.3800; 4640.3900; 4640.4000; 4640.4100; 4640.4200; 4640.4300; 4640.6100; 4640.6200; 4640.6300; 2 HF2930 FIRST ENGROSSMENT REVISOR DTT H2930-1 4640.6400; 4645.0300; 4645.0400; 4645.0500; 4645.0600; 4645.0700; 4645.0800; 4645.0900; 4645.1000; 4645.1100; 4645.1200; 4645.1300; 4645.1400; 4645.1500; 4645.1600; 4645.1700; 4645.1800; 4645.1900; 4645.2000; 4645.2100; 4645.2200; 4645.2300; 4645.2400; 4645.2500; 4645.2600; 4645.2700; 4645.2800; 4645.2900; 4645.3000; 4645.3100; 4645.3200; 4645.3300; 4645.3400; 4645.3500; 4645.3600; 4645.3700; 4645.3800; 4645.3805; 4645.3900; 4645.4000; 4645.4100; 4645.4200; 4645.4300; 4645.4400; 4645.4500; 4645.4600; 4645.4700; 4645.4800; 4645.4900; 4645.5100; 4645.5200; 4700.1900; 4700.2000; 4700.2100; 4700.2210; 4700.2300, subparts 1, 3, 4, 4a, 5; 4700.2410; 4700.2420; 4700.2500; 5610.0100; 5610.0200; 5610.0300; 9505.0235; 9505.0505, subpart 18; 9505.0520, subpart 9b.
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• Introduced: 03/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina Liebling (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/13/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (10:00:00 4/21/2023 )
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WA bill #SB5499 • Last Action 04/20/2023
Concerning the multistate nurse licensure compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the interstate nurse licensure compact of 2023 in Washington. The key provisions include: - Defining terms and purpose of the compact, which is to facilitate interstate nurse licensure and mobility, promote public safety, and decrease redundancies in the licensing process. - Outlining requirements for nurses to obtain a multistate license, including meeting education, examination, and criminal background check standards. - Authorizing state licensing boards to take adverse actions against a nurse's multistate license privilege, with the home state having the power to take final disciplinary action. - Establishing a coordinated licensure information system to share data on nurse licensing and enforcement activities across party states. - Creating the interstate commission of nurse licensure compact administrators to oversee implementation and administration of the compact, with rule-making authority. - Requiring certain healthcare facilities in Washington to report on nurses holding multistate licenses from other states and ensure they complete required training. The bill aims to provide opportunities for interstate nursing practice while maintaining public protection through uniform licensing standards and information sharing across states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the multistate nurse licensure compact; 2 amending RCW 18.79.020, 18.79.202, 18.79.030, 18.130.040, 18.130.040, 3 18.130.064, and 43.70.110; adding new sections to chapter 18.79 RCW; 4 adding a new section to chapter 70.41 RCW; adding a new section to 5 chapter 71.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.230 RCW; adding 6 a new section to chapter 18.51 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 7 18.20 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.127 RCW; adding a new 8 section to chapter 70.128 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 18.52C 9 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 18 RCW; providing an effective 10 date; and providing an expiration date. 11
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Mark Mullet (D)*, Ann Rivers (R), Curtis King (R), Annette Cleveland (D), John Braun (R), Ron Muzzall (R), Chris Gildon (R), Sam Hunt (D), Mike Padden (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/22/2023
• Last Action: Effective date 7/23/2023*.
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MN bill #SF1424 • Last Action 04/20/2023
Omnibus State Government policy bill
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Designates the Bill and Bonnie Daniels Firefighters Hall and Museum in Minneapolis as the official state fire museum. - Makes various changes to the Legislative Coordinating Commission, including allowing the executive director to enter into certain contracts, modifying the approval process for state employee compensation plans, and clarifying procedures for conducting closed meetings. - Modifies the Legislative Audit Commission membership, procedures for auditing state agency contracts, and data access provisions related to audits. - Authorizes additional forms of collateral for state deposits. - Modifies procedures for challenging the accuracy of government data. - Modifies provisions related to the Legislative Salary Council, including expanding the types of state officials whose compensation is subject to review. - Modifies the senate confirmation process for certain appointee nominations. - Modifies the targeted small business contracting program, including increasing purchasing thresholds and preference percentages. - Modifies provisions related to the Regent Candidate Advisory Council. - Modifies provisions related to the State Historical Society and the Mississippi River Parkway Commission. - Modifies the Healthy Eating, Here at Home program. - Eliminates legislative action on collective bargaining agreements and arbitration decisions, and moves and modifies the Office of Collaboration and Dispute Resolution. - Creates the Office of Enterprise Sustainability to assist state agencies with improving sustainability of government operations. - Eliminates the Candidate Advisory Council. - Modifies the setting of a fee for electric vehicle chargers on the Capitol complex. - Makes various changes to local government laws, including authorizing municipal hotel licensing, modifying special service district laws, and dissolving the Minneapolis Municipal Building Commission.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; designating the state fire museum; changing provisions in state government operations; modifying enabling statutes for the Legislative Commission on Cybersecurity; modifying provisions related to the Office of the Legislative Auditor and the Legislative Audit Commission; authorizing forms of collateral for state deposits; modifying procedures for challenging accuracy of government data; modifying provisions relating to the Legislative Salary Council; modifying senate confirmation process for appointee nominations; modifying the targeted small business contracting program; modifying provisions related to the Regent Candidate Advisory Council; modifying provisions related to the State Historical Society; modifying the Healthy Eating, Here at Home program; modifying provisions relating to the Mississippi River Parkway Commission membership terms; modifying the classified status of several positions in public safety; eliminating legislative action on collective bargaining agreements and arbitration decisions; moving and modifying the Office of Collaboration and Dispute Resolution; creating the Office of Enterprise Sustainability; eliminating the Candidate Advisory Council; modifying the setting of a fee for electric vehicle chargers for public use on the Capitol complex; modifying provisions related to local government; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.303, subdivision 6; 3.855, subdivisions 2, 3, 5; 3.888, subdivision 5, by adding subdivisions; 3.97, subdivision 2; 3.972, subdivision 3; 3.978, subdivision 2; 3.979, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 9.031, subdivision 3; 13.04, subdivision 4; 15.066, by adding a subdivision; 15A.0825, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 16B.32, subdivisions 1, 1a; 16B.58, by adding a subdivision; 16B.87, subdivision 2; 16C.16, subdivisions 6, 6a, 7; 16C.19; 16C.36; 43A.06, subdivision 1; 43A.18, subdivisions 1, 9; 118A.09, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 137.0245, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 138.081, subdivision 3; 138.665, subdivision 2; 138.912, subdivisions 1, 2; 161.1419, subdivision 2; 179A.22, subdivision 4; 383B.32, subdivision 2; 428A.01, by adding subdivisions; 428A.02, subdivision 1; 462A.22, subdivision 10; 473.606, subdivision 5; 507.0945; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 1; 16B; 118A; 134; 428A; 471; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 16B.24, subdivision 13; 16B.323, subdivisions 1, 2; 16B.326; 43A.17, subdivision 9; 136F.03; 179.90; 179.91; 383B.75; 383B.751; 383B.752; 383B.753; 383B.754. 1 SF1424 REVISOR SGS S1424-1 1st Engrossment
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/27/2023
• Last Action: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF1826, SF indefinitely postponed
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IL bill #SB0186 • Last Action 04/20/2023
ACCESS TO PUBLIC HEALTH DATA
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Access to Public Health Data Act, which requires the Department of Public Health, the Department of Human Services, and the Department of Healthcare and Family Services to provide any and all public health data related to residents of a local health department's jurisdiction to that local health department upon request, for the purposes of preventing or controlling disease, injury, or disability. The bill also exempts certain public health data obtained by local health departments from the Freedom of Information Act and makes related changes to the Vital Records Act to ensure access to vital records for public health purposes.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Access to Public Health Data Act. Provides that the Department of Public Health, the Department of Human Services, and the Department of Children and Family Services shall, at the request of a local health department in Illinois, make any and all public health data related to residents of that local health department's jurisdiction available to that local health department for the purposes of preventing or controlling disease, injury, or disability. Provides that the Department of Public Health, the Department of Human Services, and the Department of Healthcare and Family Services may adopt any rules necessary to implement the Act. Exempts specified information from inspection and copying under the Freedom of Information Act and makes a conforming change in that Act. Contains other provisions. Amends the Vital Records Act. Provides that no rule adopted by the Department of Public Health shall be construed as restricting access to vital records by any municipality, county, multicounty, public health district, or regional health officer recognized by the Department for the purposes described in specified provisions.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Karina Villa (D)*, Sara Feigenholtz (D), Emil Jones (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Rachel Ventura (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/31/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
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WA bill #HB1590 • Last Action 04/20/2023
Concerning the membership and subcommittees of the oversight board for children, youth, and families.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to modify the membership and subcommittees of the oversight board for children, youth, and families. Specifically, it adds a new member representing subject matter experts on education for youth who are placed in an institution or dependent, and allows the board to create subcommittees as needed to carry out its duties. The bill also clarifies the qualifications and terms of board members, and outlines the board's powers and responsibilities in overseeing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the membership and subcommittees of the 2 oversight board for children, youth, and families; and amending RCW 3 43.216.015. 4
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Tom Dent (R)*, Carolyn Eslick (R), Michelle Caldier (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/14/2023
• Last Action: Governor vetoed.
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HI bill #SB1513 • Last Action 04/20/2023
Relating To Public Agency Meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires a Public Agency Board to report any discussion or final action taken during an executive meeting, provided that such disclosure is not inconsistent with the purpose of convening the executive meeting. However, the board is given discretion to maintain confidentiality for information that would defeat the purpose of the executive meeting, such as matters affecting the privacy of individuals.
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Bill Summary: Requires a Public Agency Board to report any discussion or final action taken during an executive meeting; provided that such disclosure is not inconsistent with the purpose of convening the executive meeting, but giving the Board discretion to maintain confidentiality.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Les Ihara (D)*, Angus McKelvey (D)*, Maile Shimabukuro (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: Act 019, 04/19/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1119).
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MN bill #SF1426 • Last Action 04/19/2023
Omnibus State Government and Elections appropriations
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill appropriates funding for state government operations, including the legislature, governor's office, state auditor, attorney general, secretary of state, and various state agencies, boards, councils, and retirement funds. It sets salaries for constitutional officers, changes provisions related to state government operations and information technology, creates new offices and advisory entities, and modifies requirements for grants management, fiscal notes, lobbying, and election administration. The bill establishes a pilot program for construction materials to meet certain standards for global warming potential, implements recommendations of the Advisory Task Force on State Employment and Retention of Employees with Disabilities, modifies licensing requirements for the Board of Cosmetologist Examiners, and changes processes and responsible parties for assessing cemeteries. It also establishes a grant program, requires financial review of recipients of grants and business subsidies, and modifies fiscal note requirements. Additionally, the bill modifies provisions related to lobbying and election administration, establishes a task force on ranked choice voting and voter engagement, amends requirements related to soliciting near polling places, prohibits election judge intimidation, and authorizes rulemaking, studies, and reports.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the operation of state government; appropriating money for the legislature, the governor's office, state auditor, attorney general, secretary of state, and certain agencies, boards, councils, and retirement funds; setting salaries for constitutional officers; changing provisions in state government operations; changing provisions for information technology; creating offices, councils, commissions, and task forces; modifying grants management oversight; establishing a pilot program for construction materials to meet certain standards for global warming potential; implementing recommendations of Advisory Task Force on State Employment and Retention of Employees with Disabilities; modifying licensing requirements under the Board of Cosmetologist Examiners; modifying processes and responsible parties for assessing cemeteries; establishing a grant program; requiring financial review of recipients of grants and business subsidies; modifying fiscal note requirements; modifying provisions related to lobbying; modifying election administration provisions; establishing a task force on ranked choice voting and voter engagement; amending requirements related to soliciting near the polling place; prohibiting election judge intimidation; authorizing rulemaking; authorizing studies; requiring reports; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 1.135, subdivisions 2, 4, 6, by adding a subdivision; 1.141, subdivision 1; 3.07; 3.09; 3.98, subdivision 2; 4.045; 5.30, subdivision 2; 6.91, subdivision 4; 8.31, subdivision 1; 10A.01, subdivision 21, by adding a subdivision; 10A.04, subdivisions 4, 6; 10A.05; 10A.06; 10A.071, subdivision 1; 10A.31, subdivision 4; 16A.011, by adding a subdivision; 16A.055, by adding a subdivision; 16A.103, subdivisions 1, 1b, as amended, by adding a subdivision; 16A.126, subdivision 1; 16A.1286, subdivision 2; 16A.152, subdivision 2; 16A.97; 16B.4805, subdivision 1; 16B.97, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 16B.98, subdivisions 5, 6, 8, by adding a subdivision; 16B.991; 16E.01, subdivisions 1a, 3, by adding a subdivision; 16E.016; 16E.03, subdivision 2; 16E.14, subdivision 4; 16E.21, subdivisions 1, 2; 43A.01, subdivision 2; 43A.02, by adding subdivisions; 43A.04, subdivisions 1a, 4, 7; 43A.08, subdivision 1; 43A.09; 43A.10, subdivisions 2a, 7; 43A.14; 43A.15, subdivision 14, by adding a subdivision; 43A.18, subdivision 6; 43A.19, subdivision 1; 43A.191; 43A.21, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 43A.36, subdivision 1; 43A.421; 145.951; 155A.23, subdivisions 8, 18, by adding a subdivision; 155A.27, subdivisions 1, 5a, 10; 155A.271, subdivision 1; 155A.29, subdivision 1; 179A.01; 179A.03, subdivision 15; 201.022, subdivision 1; 201.071, subdivision 1, as amended; 201.091, subdivision 4a; 201.145, subdivisions 3, 4; 203B.001; 203B.01, by adding a subdivision; 203B.03, subdivision 1; 203B.05, subdivision 1; 203B.081, subdivisions 1, 3, by adding subdivisions; 203B.085; 1 SF1426 REVISOR SGS S1426-2 2nd Engrossment 203B.12, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 203B.121, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 204B.09, subdivision 3; 204B.26; 204B.28, subdivision 2; 204B.45, subdivisions 1, 2; 204B.46; 204B.49; 204C.10, as amended; 206.845, subdivision 1; 211A.02, subdivision 1; 211B.11, subdivision 1; 211B.32, subdivision 1; 307.08; 381.12, subdivision 2; Laws 2023, chapter 5, sections 1; 2; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 15; 15B; 16A; 16B; 16E; 43A; 155A; 203B; 211B; 381; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 1.135, subdivisions 3, 5; 1.141, subdivisions 3, 4, 6; 4A.01; 4A.04; 4A.06; 4A.07; 4A.11; 16A.98; 16E.0466, subdivision 2; 124D.23, subdivision 9; 124D.957; 203B.081, subdivision 2; Laws 2014, chapter 287, section 25, as amended.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/18/2023
• Last Action: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF1830, SF indefinitely postponed
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MN bill #SF3281 • Last Action 04/19/2023
Nurse Licensure compact creation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Nurse Licensure Compact in Minnesota, allowing nurses to hold a multistate license that authorizes practice in all party states under a multistate licensure privilege. The bill outlines the requirements for obtaining a multistate license, the authorities of party state licensing boards, and the establishment of the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to administer the compact. It also appropriates funds to the Board of Nursing to implement the new law. The key provisions of the bill include establishing the compact, defining terms, granting authority to party state licensing boards, creating a coordinated licensure information system, and setting up an interstate commission to oversee the compact's implementation.
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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: 04/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Carla Nelson (R)*, Paul Utke (R), Karin Housley (R), Rich Draheim (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/18/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Health and Human Services
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NC bill #H709 • Last Action 04/19/2023
Election Director Dismissal Process
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the process by which a county board of elections director may be dismissed. It allows the county board of elections to petition the Executive Director of the State Board of Elections to dismiss the county director, who must then be given the opportunity to respond. The Executive Director will then make a decision on the dismissal, which can be appealed to the State Board of Elections. The bill also allows the Executive Director to suspend a county director pending the dismissal process if the petition alleges certain violations. The dismissal of a county director must comply with the procedures outlined in the bill.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REVISE THE PROCESS BY WHICH A COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS DIRECTOR MAY BE DISMISSED.
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• Introduced: 04/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Clampitt (R)*, Keith Kidwell (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/19/2023
• Last Action: Ref to the Com on Election Law and Campaign Finance Reform, if favorable, Judiciary 1, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
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VT bill #H0466 • Last Action 04/19/2023
An act relating to technical corrections for the 2023 legislative session
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes technical corrections for the 2023 legislative session. Key provisions include: - Amends various statutes to update language, make technical corrections, and ensure consistency across Vermont law. Changes include updating references, correcting typos, and aligning terminology. - Redesignates and reorganizes the sections of several titles, including statutes related to snowmobiling, boating under the influence, and the Village of Derby Center's charter. - Repeals the displaced homemakers program under 21 V.S.A. chapter 16. - Requires the Office of Legislative Counsel to make conforming revisions to update committee names in the Vermont Statutes Annotated. - Clarifies that the technical amendments in this bill are intended to be supplemental to, and not supersede, any substantive changes enacted in other bills this session. - Takes effect on July 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to technical corrections for the 2023 legislative session.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Government Operations and Military Affairs
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/20/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on April 18, 2023
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MN bill #HF2755 • Last Action 04/18/2023
Labor and industry finance bill.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill establishes a biennial budget for the Department of Labor and Industry, Bureau of Mediation Services, Public Employment Relations Board, and Workers' Compensation Court of Appeals. It modifies various labor and employment provisions, authorizes rulemaking, requires reports, and appropriates money. Key provisions include: - Establishing the Minnesota Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board to adopt minimum standards for nursing home worker compensation and working conditions. - Requiring certified worker organizations to provide training to nursing home workers on their rights and obligations. - Prohibiting retaliation against nursing home workers for exercising their rights. - Requiring contractors working at petroleum refineries to use a skilled and trained workforce. - Expanding regulation of combative sports, including new requirements for ambulances and drug testing. - Providing wage protections for construction workers by holding contractors liable for unpaid wages of subcontractors. - Establishing new workplace safety requirements for warehouse distribution centers and meatpacking operations. The bill also makes various administrative changes to the Department of Labor and Industry, including consolidating the Division of Labor Standards and Apprenticeship.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to labor and industry; establishing a biennial budget for the Department of Labor and Industry, Bureau of Mediation Services, Public Employment Relations Board, and Workers' Compensation Court of Appeals; modifying labor and employment provisions; authorizing rulemaking; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.43, subdivision 6; 175.16, subdivision 1; 177.26, subdivisions 1, 2; 177.27, subdivisions 4, 7; 178.01; 178.011, subdivision 7; 178.03, subdivision 1; 178.11; 179.86, subdivisions 1, 3, by adding subdivisions; 179A.041, by adding a subdivision; 181.14, subdivision 1; 181.635, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 6; 181.85, subdivisions 2, 4; 181.86, subdivision 1; 181.87, subdivisions 2, 3, 7; 181.88; 181.89, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 181.9435, subdivision 1; 181.9436; 182.654, subdivision 11; 182.666, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 326B.092, subdivision 6; 326B.096; 326B.103, subdivision 13, by adding subdivisions; 326B.106, subdivisions 1, 4, by adding a subdivision; 326B.802, subdivision 15; 341.21, subdivisions 2a, 2b, 2c, 4f, 7, by adding a subdivision; 341.221; 341.25; 341.27; 341.28, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.32, subdivision 2; 341.321; 341.33; 341.355; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 13; 179; 181; 182; 341; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 177.26, subdivision 3.
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• Introduced: 03/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Mike Nelson (D)*, Kaela Berg (D), Sydney Jordan (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/12/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (09:00:00 4/18/2023 )
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US bill #HR2646 • Last Action 04/17/2023
John Tanner and Jim Cooper Fairness and Independence in Redistricting Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the John Tanner and Jim Cooper Fairness and Independence in Redistricting Act, would prohibit states from conducting more than one congressional redistricting after each decennial census, unless required by a court to comply with the Constitution or the Voting Rights Act. It would require states to conduct redistricting through independent commissions, which would be composed of an equal number of members appointed by legislative leaders from the two major political parties. The bill also authorizes federal payments to states to establish and operate these independent redistricting commissions, and provides a process for federal courts to select or develop redistricting plans if a state fails to do so. The provisions of the bill would apply to congressional redistricting conducted after the 2030 census.
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Bill Summary: A BILL To prohibit States from carrying out more than one Congressional redistricting after a decennial census and apportionment, to require States to conduct such redistricting through independent commissions, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 04/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 118th Congress
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Cohen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/21/2023
• Last Action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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NC bill #S324 • Last Action 04/13/2023
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which creates an expedited pathway for physicians to become licensed in multiple states. The Compact sets forth definitions, eligibility requirements, and procedures for obtaining and renewing an expedited license, as well as provisions for information sharing, joint investigations, and disciplinary actions among member states. The bill also authorizes the creation of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission to administer the Compact, and grants it various powers and duties, including the ability to promulgate binding rules. Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to North Carolina's existing medical licensing laws to integrate the new Compact.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH AN INTERSTATE COMPACT FOR THE LICENSURE OF THE PRACTICE OF MEDICINE.
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• Introduced: 03/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Jim Perry (R)*, Benton Sawrey (R)*, Michael Lee (R)*, Gale Adcock (D), Bobby Hanig (R), Ralph Hise (R), Tim Moffitt (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/20/2023
• Last Action: Re-ref to Health Care. If fav, re-ref to Rules and Operations of the Senate
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DC bill #B25-0170 • Last Action 04/13/2023
School Security and Transparency Amendment Act of 2023
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Department of General Services Establishment Act of 2011 to exempt security-sensitive data from public dashboard disclosure requirements and mandate periodic updates to the Council regarding the maintenance of certain public school security features. Specifically, it requires the Department to conduct annual assessments of school security objectives, such as automatic door locks, functional public address systems, and operational security surveillance systems. The Department may withhold work order data related to these security features from public disclosure, but must provide monthly status updates and closed-door briefings to the Council.
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Bill Summary: A BILL IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend the Department of General Services Establishment Act of 2011 to exempt data that is security-sensitive from public dashboard disclosure requirements, and to require periodic updates to the Council regarding maintenance of certain public school security features.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 9 : Eric Albus (R)*, Kenyan McDuffie (I)*, Vince Gray (D)*, Christina Henderson (I)*, Matt Frumin (D)*, Janeese George (D)*, Charles Allen (D)*, Brooke Pinto (D)*, Zachary Parker (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2023
• Last Action: Public Hearing Held
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MI bill #HB4386 • Last Action 04/13/2023
Natural resources: other; natural resources commission membership; modify. Amends sec. 501 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.501).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 501 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to modify the composition and membership of the Natural Resources Commission. The key provisions include: (1) the Commission must have no more than 4 members from the same political party; (2) the Governor appoints Commission members with the advice and consent of the Senate; (3) Commission members must have relevant training and experience related to the Department of Natural Resources' activities; (4) Commission members serve 4-year terms; (5) the Governor can fill vacancies and remove members for cause; and (6) newly appointed members must have held a hunting or fishing license for at least 4 out of the 6 years preceding their appointment.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"by amending section 501 (MCL 324.501).
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• Introduced: 04/12/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Greg Markkanen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/12/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/12/2023
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MN bill #SF1703 • Last Action 04/13/2023
Procedures requirement for when the legislative commission on cybersecurity holds closed meetings
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to establish procedures for the Legislative Commission on Cybersecurity when it holds closed meetings. The bill defines "closed meeting records" and requires the commission to adopt procedures for conducting closed meetings, including providing public notice, minimizing the number of attendees, and addressing alleged violations of confidentiality by commission members. The bill also exempts the Legislative Coordinating Commission's meetings when necessary to safeguard the confidentiality of closed meeting records, and requires legislative committees with jurisdiction over ethical conduct to preserve the confidentiality of closed meetings when investigating alleged confidentiality violations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; requiring procedures for when the legislative commission on cybersecurity holds closed meetings; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 3.888, subdivision 5, by adding subdivisions.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Melissa Wiklund (D)*, Omar Fateh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/13/2023
• Last Action: Author stricken Lucero
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WA bill #HB1069 • Last Action 04/13/2023
Adopting the mental health counselor compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Mental Health Counselor Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors to improve public access to their services. The compact preserves states' regulatory authority, allows for mutual recognition of licenses, enhances cooperation among states, supports spouses of military personnel, and enables the use of telehealth. The bill outlines the compact's purpose, definitions, member state requirements, privileges for licensed counselors, data system provisions, rule-making procedures, and oversight mechanisms. It also amends existing state law to align with the compact's requirements for licensed mental health counselors.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the mental health counselor compact; amending 2 RCW 18.225.090; and adding a new chapter to Title 18 RCW. 3
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• Introduced: 12/22/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 28 : Mari Leavitt (D)*, Paul Harris (R), Marcus Riccelli (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Andrew Barkis (R), Vandana Slatter (D), Cindy Ryu (D), Jessica Bateman (D), Skyler Rude (R), Suzanne Schmidt (R), Alicia Rule (D), Roger Goodman (D), Alex Ybarra (R), Lisa Callan (D), Beth Doglio (D), Tina Orwall (D), Nicole Macri (D), Michelle Caldier (R), Tana Senn (D), Steve Tharinger (D), Dan Bronoske (D), Mia Gregerson (D), Dave Paul (D), Sharon Wylie (D), Monica Stonier (D), Shelley Kloba (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Darya Farivar (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/14/2023
• Last Action: Effective date 7/23/2023.
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OK bill #SB1101 • Last Action 04/13/2023
Public finance; creating the Oklahoma Legacy Investment Board; designating board membership; creating the Oklahoma Legacy Fund; providing sources of funding; providing for appointment of investment managers; providing procedures. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Legacy Investment Board, which will manage the newly established Oklahoma Legacy Fund. The board will consist of 10 members appointed by the State Auditor, legislative leaders, and the Governor. The board can hire investment managers to invest the fund's monies with a focus on long-term, high-yield investments. The fund will be funded by surplus state monies and savings appropriated by the legislature. If the fund exceeds $1.1 billion, the excess may be used to supplement future reductions in state tax revenue. The bill also amends existing laws to exempt the Oklahoma Legacy Fund from certain investment restrictions applicable to other state funds. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2023 and contains an emergency clause.
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Bill Summary: state fiscal affairs - Legacy Investment Board - guidelines for investments - Oklahoma Legacy Fund - investment managers - investment guidelines - realization of losses - budget - codification - effective date - emergency
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Greg Treat (R)*, Charles McCall (R)*, Daniel Pae (R), Micheal Bergstrom (R), Shane Jett (R), Tom Woods (R), John Montgomery (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/13/2023
• Last Action: Coauthored by Senator(s) Bergstrom
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MN bill #SF2782 • Last Action 04/12/2023
Omnibus Labor and Industry appropriations
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes the biennial budget for the Department of Labor and Industry, Workers' Compensation Court of Appeals, and Bureau of Mediation Services. It provides protections for agricultural and food processing workers, including requirements for employers to disclose terms of employment and pay workers promptly. It establishes nursing home workforce standards, including creating a Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board to set minimum employment standards. The bill modifies combative sports regulations, including adding oversight for kickboxing contests. It also regulates restrictive employment agreements, preventing employers from requiring employees to agree to certain non-compete clauses or limits on where disputes can be adjudicated. The bill makes various other miscellaneous policy changes related to workplace safety, employee rights, and tax provisions. It requires reports and appropriates money.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; establishing the biennial budget for the Department of Labor and Industry, Workers' Compensation Court of Appeals, and Bureau of Mediation Services; providing protections for agricultural and food processing workers; establishing nursing home workforce standards; modifying combative sports; providing for safe workplaces for meat and poultry processing workers; regulating restrictive employment agreements; modifying other miscellaneous policy provisions; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 15.71, by adding subdivisions; 15.72, by adding a subdivision; 116J.871, subdivision 2; 175.16, subdivision 1; 177.26, subdivisions 1, 2; 177.27, subdivisions 4, 7; 178.01; 178.011, subdivision 7; 178.03, subdivision 1; 178.11; 179.86, subdivisions 1, 3, by adding subdivisions; 181.14, subdivision 1; 181.635, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 6; 181.85, subdivisions 2, 4; 181.86, subdivision 1; 181.87, subdivisions 2, 3, 7; 181.88; 181.89, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 181.9435, subdivision 1; 181.9436; 182.654, subdivision 11; 182.666, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 290.0132, by adding a subdivision; 326B.092, subdivision 6; 326B.096; 326B.103, subdivision 13, by adding subdivisions; 326B.106, subdivisions 1, 4, by adding a subdivision; 326B.802, subdivision 15; 337.01, subdivision 3; 337.05, subdivision 1; 341.21, subdivisions 2a, 2b, 2c, 4f, 7, by adding a subdivision; 341.221; 341.25; 341.27; 341.28, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.32, subdivision 2; 341.321; 341.33; 341.355; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 179; 181; 182; 341; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 177.26, subdivision 3.
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• Introduced: 03/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Jen McEwen (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/03/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (09:00:00 4/12/2023 )
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IA bill #HF494 • Last Action 04/11/2023
A bill for an act establishing the professional counselors licensure compact.(Formerly HF 90; See HF 671.)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the professional counselors licensure compact. The compact allows licensed professional counselors in one member state to practice in other member states under a privilege to practice, without having to obtain additional licenses. The compact sets minimum requirements for the licensure of professional counselors in member states and creates a commission to administer the compact. The commission has various powers, including promulgating rules, disciplining licensees, and administering a data system. The compact becomes effective when 10 states enact it into law. The bill also includes provisions related to active duty military personnel, telehealth, adverse actions, obtaining a new home state license, and dispute resolution and enforcement.
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to the adoption of the professional counselors interstate licensure compact. The compact establishes a system whereby professional counselors licensed to practice in one member state may practice in another member state under a compact privilege without applying for a license in that state. The compact imposes certain minimum requirements on the licensure of professional counselors in member states. The compact becomes effective upon enactment of the compact by 10 states. The compact creates a commission to administer the operation of the compact. The commission is an instrumentality of the member states. The compact includes provisions relating to the purpose, establishment, and membership of the commission; powers and privileges of the commission; active duty military personnel; telehealth; adverse actions; joint investigations; meetings and voting requirements; commission bylaws and rules; commission committees; commission finances; records of the commission; compact state compliance; venue for judicial proceedings; qualified immunity, defense, and indemnification; data and reporting; rulemaking; oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement; technical assistance and termination; effective dates and amendments to the compact; withdrawal, default, and expulsion; severability and construction; and the binding effect of the compact and other laws.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0 : State Government
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/28/2023
• Last Action: Withdrawn. H.J. 805.
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OK bill #SB1005 • Last Action 04/11/2023
Animal health and public health; creating the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority Act; defining terms; expressing legislative findings. Emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority Act to support and serve as teaching and training facilities for veterinary students, facilitate veterinary medical and biomedical research, and provide care for animal patients. The Authority will have the power to issue revenue bonds, enter into agreements, acquire property, and regulate traffic and parking on its property. The bill also authorizes the creation of the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medical Trust, a public trust that will lease and operate the Authority's facilities. The bill declares an emergency for the immediate implementation of these provisions.
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Bill Summary: animal health and public health - Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority Act - purposes - veterinary hospitals - authority - members - report - funds - bonds - fund - audit - benefits - judgment - notice - property - agreement - codification - emergency
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Chris Kidd (R)*, Kevin Wallace (R)*, David Bullard (R), Cowboy Stephens (R), Darcy Jech (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/12/2023
• Last Action: Coauthored by Senator(s) Stephens
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MN bill #HF62 • Last Action 04/11/2023
Public Employment Relations Board data modified, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the data that can be accessed by the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) and the Bureau of Mediation Services, and appropriates $750,000 in each of fiscal years 2024 and 2025 to the PERB. Specifically, it allows the PERB and its employees or agents to access certain personnel data, and classifies data related to unfair labor practice charges and appeals as protected or confidential, with some exceptions for certain public data. The bill also exempts the PERB from the Open Meeting Law when deliberating on unfair labor practice charges, reviewing hearing officer recommendations, or reviewing commissioner decisions.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to labor; modifying Public Employment Relations Board data; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.43, subdivision 6; 179A.041, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 13.
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• Introduced: 01/05/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 6 : Mike Nelson (D)*, Sydney Jordan (D), Samakab Hussein (D), Luke Frederick (D), Liish Kozlowski (D), Kaela Berg (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/13/2023
• Last Action: Second reading
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IA bill #HF90 • Last Action 04/11/2023
A bill for an act establishing the professional counselors licensure compact.(See HF 494, HF 671.)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the professional counselors licensure compact. The compact allows professional counselors licensed in one member state to practice in other member states without applying for an additional license. The compact sets minimum requirements for licensure of professional counselors and creates a commission to administer the compact. The commission has the authority to promulgate rules, investigate disciplinary matters, and take action against a counselor's privilege to practice in a member state. The compact becomes effective once adopted by 10 member states and allows for withdrawal by member states after 6 months' notice. The bill is intended to improve public access to professional counseling services by facilitating interstate practice while preserving the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety.
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to the adoption of the professional counselors interstate licensure compact. The compact establishes a system whereby professional counselors licensed to practice in one member state may practice in another member state under a compact privilege without applying for a license in that state. The compact imposes certain minimum requirements on the licensure of professional counselors in member states. The compact becomes effective upon enactment of the compact by 10 states. The compact creates a commission to administer the operation of the compact. The commission is an instrumentality of the member states. The compact includes provisions relating to the purpose, establishment, and membership of the commission; powers and privileges of the commission; active duty military personnel; telehealth; adverse actions; joint investigations; meetings and voting requirements; commission bylaws and rules; commission committees; commission finances; records of the commission; compact state compliance; venue for judicial proceedings; qualified immunity, defense, and indemnification; data and reporting; rulemaking; oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement; technical assistance and termination; effective dates and amendments to the compact; withdrawal, default, and expulsion; severability and construction; and the binding effect of the compact and other laws.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Megan Jones (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/23/2023
• Last Action: Withdrawn. H.J. 805.
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NC bill #S718 • Last Action 04/10/2023
Social Work Interstate Licensure Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Social Work Interstate Licensure Compact, which facilitates the interstate practice of regulated social workers by improving public access to social work services. The Compact allows for the mutual recognition of licenses between member states, reducing the need for multiple licenses and supporting workforce mobility, while preserving the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety. Key provisions include defining eligibility requirements for a multistate license, outlining the authority of the Compact Commission and member state licensing authorities, establishing data sharing and rulemaking procedures, and providing for dispute resolution and enforcement mechanisms. The Compact will take effect once at least seven states have enacted it into law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH AND ENTER INTO AN INTERSTATE COMPACT FOR THE PRACTICE OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY.
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• Introduced: 04/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Joyce Krawiec (R)*, Jim Burgin (R)*, Kevin Corbin (R)*, Gale Adcock (D), Sydney Batch (D), Rachel Hunt (D), Mujtaba Mohammed (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/10/2023
• Last Action: Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
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KS bill #HB2390 • Last Action 04/06/2023
House Substitute for HB 2390 by Committee on Public Health and Welfare - Requiring the secretary of health and environment to study drug overdose death cases and providing for the confidentiality of acquired and related records, restricting the authority of the secretary of health and environment and local health officers to prevent the introduction and spread of infectious or contagious diseases and repealing the authority of the secretary to quarantine individuals and impose associated penalti
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the secretary of health and environment to study drug overdose death cases in Kansas, providing for the confidentiality of the acquired and related records. It also restricts the authority of the secretary of health and environment and local health officers to prevent the introduction and spread of infectious or contagious diseases, and repeals the authority of the secretary to quarantine individuals and impose associated penalties.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the secretary of health and environment; relating to drug overdoses; requiring the secretary of health and environment to study overdose deaths; providing for the confidentiality of acquired and compiled records; restricting the powers of the secretary of health and environment and local health officers to control the introduction and spread of infectious or contagious diseases; repealing the authority of the secretary to order individuals to isolate or quarantine and impose penalties for violations thereof; amending K.S.A. 65-116g, 65-118, 65- 119, 65-128, 65-129b and 65-129d and K.S.A. 2022 Supp. 65-101, 65- 202 and 72-5180 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 65-126, 65-127, 65-129 and 65-129c.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Public Health and Welfare
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 03/22/2023
• Last Action: Senate Conference Committee Report not adopted; Yea: 19 Nay: 18
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OK bill #HB2850 • Last Action 04/04/2023
Courts; creating the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation; creating the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation and the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation to provide Justices and judges with information about their performance and conduct statewide judicial performance evaluations using uniform criteria and procedures. The bill defines key terms, outlines the purpose and structure of the new Office and Board, and prescribes their duties and powers, including conducting initial, interim, and election-year evaluations of Justices and judges, developing improvement plans, and maintaining confidentiality of certain information. The bill also requires disclosure of conflicts of interest and allows the Board to require recusal in certain circumstances.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to courts; defining terms; creating the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation; providing purpose of Office; creating Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation; stating purpose of Board; providing for terms of office for members of the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation; imposing certain conditions with respect to membership; providing for payment to members of the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation; providing for travel reimbursement; requiring approval for expenses of the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation; providing certain meetings of the Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation confidential and exempt from Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; providing for confidentiality of certain information and exemption from Oklahoma Open Records Act; creating Administrator position; prescribing duties of Administrator; prescribing duties and powers of Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation; prescribing criteria for judicial performance evaluations; requiring initial evaluations; requiring interim evaluations; allowing response from Justice or judge; requiring performance evaluations be shared with certain persons; requiring election-year evaluations; prescribing content of narratives; allowing response from Justice or judge; requiring performance evaluations be shared with certain persons; authorizing improvement plans; prescribing process; prescribing procedures based upon failure to complete plan; providing for disclosure of certain conflicts of interest; providing recusal process for certain persons; requiring information be kept confidential; prescribing Board of Judicial Performance Evaluation duties and powers; authorizing promulgation of rules; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kevin Wallace (R)*, Brent Howard (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/17/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Appropriations
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MN bill #SF3218 • Last Action 04/03/2023
Task Force on Youth Interventions establishment and appropriation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Task Force on Youth Interventions to develop recommendations on designing a regional system of care providing youth interventions, sustainable financing models, and alternatives to juvenile delinquency consequences and criminal penalties for youth. The task force will evaluate coordinated approaches to address the therapeutic and rehabilitative needs of youth involved in the youth protection system and juvenile justice system, with the goal of reducing and eliminating youth involvement in the juvenile justice system and identifying community-based services to address youth needs. The task force will also assess current youth treatment resources and best practices across North America, and make recommendations in a report to the legislature by February 2024. The bill appropriates $500,000 in fiscal year 2024 to the Legislative Coordinating Commission for the task force's work.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to youth; establishing the Task Force on Youth Interventions; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 03/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Bobby Joe Champion (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/31/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
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IL bill #SB0028 • Last Action 03/31/2023
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical change to the Open Meetings Act, updating the language in the section concerning the short title of the Act. Specifically, it removes the word "and" from the phrase "This Act shall be known and may be cited as the Open Meetings Act." The change appears to be a minor revision to the wording of the law without any substantive policy implications.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 120/1.01 from Ch. 102, par. 41.01 Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Don Harmon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/20/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB1537 • Last Action 03/31/2023
OMA-REMOTE MEETINGS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow meetings to be held by audio or video conference if the head of the public body determines that an in-person meeting is not in the best interests of the public body or its members. The bill modifies the requirements for such remote meetings, including that a quorum of members can participate remotely, all votes must be conducted by roll call, and the public must be able to contemporaneously hear all discussion, testimony, and votes. The bill also allows news outlets to receive notice of special, emergency, rescheduled, or reconvened meetings by email, and removes provisions concerning meetings held on a legal holiday and certain quorum requirements.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 120/2.01 from Ch. 102, par. 42.01 5 ILCS 120/2.02 from Ch. 102, par. 42.02 5 ILCS 120/2.03 from Ch. 102, par. 42.03 5 ILCS 120/2.06 from Ch. 102, par. 42.06 5 ILCS 120/7 Amends the Open Meetings Act. Allows meetings to be held by audio or video conference if the head of the public body determines that an in-person meeting or a meeting is not in the best interests of the public body or its members. Makes conforming changes. Modifies the requirements for meetings held by audio or video conference. Allows news outlets to receive notice of all special, emergency, rescheduled, or reconvened meetings by email. Removes provisions concerning meetings held on a legal holiday and certain quorum requirements.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Christopher Belt (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB1619 • Last Action 03/31/2023
OPEN MTG DURING EMERGENCY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies to conduct open or closed meetings by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members, during a declared public health disaster. Key provisions include requiring the public body to make a dedicated meeting space available for individuals without Internet access, ensure remote participation options beyond just audio, maintain proper camera operation, and keep a record of in-person and remote participants. The bill also sets forth notice requirements and verbatim recording obligations, with some exceptions for bona fide emergencies. Overall, the bill aims to facilitate public participation in government meetings during a public health crisis while maintaining transparency.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that an open or closed meeting may be conducted by audio or video conference, without the physical presence of a quorum of the members, so long as the following additional requirements are met: (1) the public body makes available a dedicated meeting space where those individuals who do not have access to the Internet may participate in the meeting; (2) the public body ensures that a means of remote participation other than audio-only communication is made available to those individuals who are interested in participating in the meeting; (3) the public body ensures that all cameras used for remote participation are operating properly; and (4) the public body maintains a written record of those individuals who participated in the meeting and a description of whether those individuals participated in person or by remote means. Makes technical and other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Julie Morrison (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB1684 • Last Action 03/31/2023
OPEN MEETINGS-PUBLIC OFFICIALS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to provide that any person shall be permitted an opportunity to address public officials individually or to address the public body as a whole, under the rules established and recorded by the public body. The bill also defines "public official" as any individual having been duly elected, appointed, or otherwise designated as a member of a public body, and specifies that the right to address individual public officials may not be restricted by the rules of the public body.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that, under rules established and recorded by the public body, any person shall be permitted an opportunity to address public officials individually or to address the public body as a whole (now, under the rules established and recorded by the public body, a person must be permitted an opportunity to address public officials). Provides that the right to address individual public officials may not be restricted by the rules of the public body. Defines "public official".
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB2326 • Last Action 03/31/2023
OPEN MEETINGS-SCHOOL EVENTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies, such as school boards, to hold closed meetings to consider evidence or testimony presented regarding the denial of admission to school events or property, provided that the school board prepares and makes available a written decision setting forth its reasoning. This provides an exception to the general requirement that public bodies hold open meetings, allowing for closed discussions on these specific matters related to school event or property access.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that a public body may hold closed meetings to consider evidence or testimony presented to a school board regarding denial of admission to school events or property, provided that the school board prepares and makes available for public inspection a written decision setting forth its determinative reasoning.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Meg Loughran Cappel (D)*, Laura Murphy (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB2437 • Last Action 03/31/2023
FIRST 2023 GENERAL REVISORY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a one paragraph summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill creates the First 2023 General Revisory Act, which reconciles conflicts that have arisen from multiple amendments and enactments, makes technical corrections and revisions, and renumbers certain sections that have been added or amended by more than one Public Act. It revises cross-references, deletes obsolete text, and includes provisions authorizing emergency rulemaking to implement changes made by recent Public Acts. The bill also amends various Acts to set forth, renumber, and change multiple versions of sections, and includes changes to the State's election laws, taxation provisions, child welfare policies, law enforcement training and certification requirements, and more.
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Bill Summary: Creates the First 2023 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: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Cunningham (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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OK bill #HB2556 • Last Action 03/30/2023
Professions and occupations; authorizing Construction Industries Board to administer the Uniform Building Code Commission Act; repealer; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Construction Industries Board to administer the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission Act. It modifies the powers and duties of the Board and the Commission, allowing the Board to enforce the provisions of the Uniform Building Code Commission Act and perform inspections related to the trades it licenses. The bill also authorizes the Board to establish a system of fees for construction permits, with a portion of the fees going to the state's General Revenue Fund. Additionally, the bill repeals sections related to the Chief Executive Officer and legal advisor of the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 1000.2, 1000.3, 1000.6, which relate to the Construction Industries Board Act; authorizing Board to administer the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission Act; modifying powers and duties of the Board; clarifying language; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 1000.21, 1000.22, 1000.23, 1000.24, 1000.25 and 1000.28, which relate to the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission Act; authorizing Construction Industries Board to administer the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission Act; modifying powers and duties of the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission; providing for administrative services; authorizing Commission to recommend system of fees; providing for payment of certain fees collected; repealing 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 1000.26 and 1000.27, which relate to the Chief Executive Officer and legal advisor to the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mark McBride (R)*, Brent Howard (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/17/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Business and Commerce
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MN bill #HF1355 • Last Action 03/30/2023
Corrections; e-filing of disposition of detainers authorized, language access provided, statutory language amended, rehabilitation facility provided, warrant issuance practices amended, release of incarcerated persons provisions modified, challenge incarceration program readmission provided and program offered at Shakopee facility, Advisory Council of Interstate Adult Supervision and Interstate Commission for Juveniles combined, intensive community supervision program law repealed, funding mecha
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: - Authorizes the electronic filing of disposition of detainers for incarcerated individuals. - Requires the Department of Corrections to provide language access services for limited English proficient individuals under its authority. - Amends statutory language to reflect current standards of care for substance use disorder assessments. - Provides for a facility to commit adjudicated delinquents based on their rehabilitation needs. - Allows the commissioner to issue a warrant for a convicted defendant who fails to report to a facility post-sentencing. - Modifies certain provisions regarding the release of incarcerated persons, including allowing certain public agency and community corrections staff to participate in certain employment benefits. - Permits readmission to the challenge incarceration program and clarifies that the Shakopee correctional facility offers this program. - Combines the Advisory Council of Interstate Adult Supervision with the Interstate Commission for Juveniles. - Repeals the intensive community supervision program law and provides a mechanism for funding probation services resulting from the transition of services to the Department of Corrections.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to corrections; authorizing e-filing of disposition of detainers; providing language access to limited English proficient individuals under authority of Department of Corrections; amending statutory language regarding substance use disorder assessment process to reflect current standards of care; providing for facility for commitment of adjudicated delinquents based on rehabilitation needs; issuing warrant for convicted defendant not reporting to facility postsentencing; modifying certain provisions regarding release of incarcerated persons; permitting certain public agency and community corrections staff to participate in certain employment benefits; providing for readmission to challenge incarceration program; clarifying that Shakopee correctional facility offers challenge incarceration program; combining Advisory council of Interstate Adult Supervision with Interstate Commission for Juveniles; repealing intensive community supervision program law; providing mechanism for funding probation services resulting from transition of services to Department of Corrections; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 169A.276, subdivision 1; 241.021, by adding a subdivision; 242.18; 243.1606; 243.58; 244.05, subdivisions 6, 8; 244.0513, subdivisions 2, 4; 244.171, subdivision 4; 244.172, subdivision 1; 244.19, subdivisions 1, 5; 260.515; 299A.41, subdivision 4; 629.292, subdivision 2; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 244.14; 244.15.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Kelly Moller (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/20/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Finance
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MN bill #SF1819 • Last Action 03/30/2023
Corrections provisions modifications
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several modifications to corrections provisions in Minnesota, including: - Allowing the commissioner of corrections to place certain juvenile offenders in facilities that best meet their rehabilitative needs, rather than separating juvenile and adult offenders. - Expanding the jurisdiction and responsibilities of the Department of Corrections Fugitive Apprehension Unit, allowing them to assist local law enforcement agencies upon request. - Establishing an Indeterminate Sentence Release Board to review and make release decisions for inmates serving life sentences with the possibility of parole or supervision, as well as those serving indeterminate sentences for crimes committed before 1980. - Modifying procedures for revoking supervised release or parole, particularly for inmates serving life sentences. - Allowing the commissioner to order conditional medical or epidemic release for inmates under certain circumstances. - Requiring the use of a risk assessment instrument when determining whether to release or detain a juvenile offender taken into custody. - Creating a pilot program to provide mental health treatment at a state correctional facility for certain county jail inmates. The bill also makes various other changes related to probation services, the Interstate Compact for Juveniles, and other corrections-related provisions.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to corrections; amending provisions relating to juvenile placement and risk assessments, fugitive apprehension and warrants, and release and programming authority; combining and expanding advisory councils; establishing a pilot program and a release board; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 169A.276, subdivision 1; 241.021, by adding a subdivision; 241.025, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 242.18; 243.1606; 243.58; 244.05, subdivisions 2, 5, 6, 8; 244.0513, subdivisions 2, 4; 244.171, subdivision 4; 244.172, subdivision 1; 244.19, subdivisions 1, 5; 260.515; 260B.176, by adding a subdivision; 299A.41, subdivision 4; 629.292, subdivision 2; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 244; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 244.14; 244.15.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Sandy Pappas (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/30/2023
• Last Action: Second reading
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OK bill #HB2723 • Last Action 03/30/2023
Mental health; Interstate Licensed Professional Counselors Compact; purpose; definitions; requirements for state participation in the Compact; requirements for licensee to participate in Compact; requirements for licensee to obtain a new home state license based on participation in Compact; active duty military and their spouse; Compact privilege to practice telehealth; Counseling Compact Commission; requirements for Commission; rules; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Interstate Licensed Professional Counselors Compact, which facilitates the practice of licensed professional counselors across state lines with the goal of improving public access to counseling services. The compact establishes requirements for state participation, the privilege to practice in remote states, obtaining a new home state license, active duty military and their spouses, the use of telehealth, the Counseling Compact Commission, data systems, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, enforcement, and the effective date of the compact. The key provisions of the bill are aimed at increasing public access to professional counseling services, enhancing state regulatory authority, encouraging interstate cooperation, and supporting military families and telehealth services.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to mental health; creating the Interstate Licensed Professional Counselors Compact; stating purpose; providing definitions; providing requirements for state participation in the compact; providing requirements for licensee to participate in the compact; providing requirements for licensee to obtain a new home state license based on participation in compact; providing for active duty military and their spouse; providing for compact privilege to practice telehealth; establishing Counseling Compact Commission; providing for adverse actions; prescribing procedures; providing requirements for Commission; authorizing actions by Commission; prescribing procedures; providing for data system; providing for rulemaking authority prescribing procedures for rulemaking; providing for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement; providing for implementation date and associated rules; providing for withdrawal; providing for amendments; providing for construction and severability; providing for binding effect of compact and effect of other laws; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Ellyn Hefner (D)*, Brenda Stanley (R)*, John Waldron (D), Julia Kirt (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/23/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services Committee then to Appropriations Committee
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OK bill #HB2414 • Last Action 03/30/2023
Schools; charter schools; modifying provisions of the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act to provide transparency and accountability; effective date; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions of the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act to provide greater transparency and accountability. Key provisions include: - Requiring charter schools to promptly notify their sponsor of any significant adverse actions, material findings of noncompliance, or pending actions. - Directing sponsors to use a performance framework to evaluate charter schools annually, with the results presented publicly. - Subjecting charter schools to the same spending limitations as school districts and prohibiting them from providing instruction to certain students. - Mandating charter school governing boards comply with open meeting and conflict of interest requirements. - Modifying procedures for charter school contracts, including requiring sponsors to develop corrective action plans and allowing for non-renewal in certain cases. - Specifying how sponsor fees should be used and requiring sponsors to publish reports on their oversight activities. - Subjecting certain charter schools and their educational management organizations to additional financial, oversight, and reporting requirements. - Establishing training and conflict of interest requirements for charter school and sponsor governing board members.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3-135, 3-136, 3-137, and 3-142, which relate to the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; requiring charter school to provide certain notice to sponsor; directing sponsor to use performance framework for charter school evaluation; authorizing development of certain separate framework; adding minimum requirements for framework; mandating annual evaluation; directing presentation of results to certain governing boards; defining term; subjecting charter school to certain spending limitations; prohibiting charter school from providing instruction to certain students; directing charter school governing board to comply with certain acts; subjecting charter school sponsor governing board to certain conflict of interest requirements; modifying procedures for charter school contracts; requiring sponsor to develop a corrective action plan; authorizing nonrenewal of contract in certain cases; specifying how sponsor fee should be used; requiring sponsor to publish certain report on its website; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-145.3, which relates to duties of the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board; requiring compliance with the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; modifying limitation on fee for administrative expenses and support; subjecting certain charter schools to the same purchasing procedures and compliance requirements as school districts; prohibiting commingling of certain school funds; modifying instruction and continuing education obligations for certain governing board members; establishing requirements for governing boards which contract with educational management organizations; prescribing duties for board membership; requiring State Department of Education and sponsor to publish certain contracts on their websites; directing Department to publish list of fees paid; subjecting certain board members to instruction and continuing education requirements; prohibiting certain conflicts of interest and pecuniary gain; disallowing certain appointments or selections of members; requiring sponsor board members to complete instruction and continuing education requirements; specifying entity to pay for instruction and continuing education; prescribing requirements for instruction and continuing education; defining term; designating certain funds as public funds; prohibiting transfer or conversion of state funds to private funds; clarifying provision; requiring payments from charter schools to comply with certain provisions; directing organization to provide certain documents; subjecting certain funds to audit, transparency, oversight and financial reporting; requiring certain funds to remain public funds; prescribing grade for participation in certain extracurricular or educational activities; declaring certain property to remain public property of the charter school; mandating an operating agreement review of certain charter schools; establishing procedures for review; requiring written agreement for certain expenditures; mandating criminal history record checks for certain personnel; prescribing process and payment of checks; prohibiting certain activities by educational management organizations; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-200, which relates to educational management organizations; requiring amounts paid to certain organizations be pursuant to contract terms; mandating disclosure pursuant to certain guidelines; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 18-124, which relates to limitations on administrative services expenditures; providing applicability of limitation to certain charter schools; clarifying calculation for specified schools; modifying definition; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Ronny Johns (R)*, Dewayne Pemberton (R)*, John Waldron (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/22/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #HB2085 • Last Action 03/30/2023
State government; legal representation of agency; prohibiting certain attorneys from being voting members of boards or commissions; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends a law relating to the legal representation of state agencies. It prohibits certain attorneys employed by state agencies from providing legal advice beyond routine matters to boards or commissions on which their agency has a voting member, except for attorneys providing advice to members acting in a quasi-judicial capacity. The bill also outlines various requirements and restrictions for state agencies when contracting with private attorneys, including limits on contingency fees, public disclosure of contract details, and legislative oversight for high-value cases. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 20i, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 308, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 20i), which relates to legal representation of agency; prohibiting certain attorneys from being voting members of boards or commissions; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chad Caldwell (R)*, Julie Daniels (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/22/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Judiciary
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OK bill #HB1446 • Last Action 03/30/2023
Teachers; School District Empowerment Program; teacher evaluations; professional development; effective date; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to teacher evaluations and professional development requirements in Oklahoma schools. Key provisions include: - Removing the requirement for school districts to annually review their teacher evaluation policies and provide individualized professional development programs. Instead, school districts may submit a request to the State Board of Education to use an alternative evaluation system. - Clarifying the frequency of teacher evaluations, allowing career teachers rated as "superior" or "highly effective" to be evaluated once every three years instead of annually. - Limiting the collection of teacher evaluation data by the State Department of Education to only what is required for federal reporting purposes. - Removing references to the Oklahoma Teacher and Leader Effectiveness Evaluation System (TLE) and instead allowing school districts to develop their own evaluation systems that meet certain criteria. The bill also makes technical changes to definitions related to teacher classifications and dismissal/non-reemployment procedures. Overall, the bill aims to provide more flexibility to school districts in designing and implementing their teacher evaluation and professional development programs.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to teachers; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-129.11, which relates to the School District Empowerment Program; deleting statutory reference; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-101.3, which relates to definitions; modifying definitions for certain types of teachers; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 6-101.10, 6-101.11, and 6-101.16, which relate to teacher evaluations; deleting requirement for annual review of certain written policy; removing requirement for a focused and individualized program of professional development; deleting references to policy and program; striking provision providing for release of certain data; striking statutory reference; removing individualized program of professional development requirement; permitting school districts to submit a request to use an alternative evaluation system; clarifying frequency of certain evaluations; allowing certain evaluation schedule to be designated by local policy; limiting collection of certain information only for federal reporting requirements; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 6-101.23 and 6-101.24, which relate to the Teacher Due Process Act of 1990; deleting reference to certain evaluation provisions; removing statutory citation; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-101.31, which relates to teacher evaluation ratings; deleting statutory reference; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Melissa Provenzano (D)*, Mary Boren (D)*, Trish Ranson (D), John Waldron (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/23/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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IL bill #SJRCA0010 • Last Action 03/30/2023
CON AMEND-REDISTRICTING
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: Proposes to amend the Legislature Article of the Illinois Constitution. Removes the requirement for each Legislative District to be divided into 2 Representative Districts. Modifies provisions concerning legislative redistricting. Provides specified requirements for each Legislative District, Representative District, and Congressional District for redistricting purposes. Replaces the current method of legislative redistricting with a 17-member Commission, appointed by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and the most senior Supreme Court Justice of a different political party in accordance with specified criteria. Specifies requirements for the Commission concerning redistricting plans. Adds provisions concerning the membership of the Commission and budgetary matters related to the Commission. Provides the Supreme Court with original and exclusive jurisdiction over redistricting matters. Defines terms. Makes conforming and other changes. Effective upon being declared adopted and applicable to redistricting beginning in 2031 and to the election of General Assembly members beginning in 2032.
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• Introduced: 03/30/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan McConchie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/30/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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OK bill #SB839 • Last Action 03/29/2023
Students; requiring certain association's written policy to include certain provision. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act to require any school athletic association that a public school or school district is a member of to contract for legal representation with the Office of the Attorney General. The bill also sets an effective date of July 1, 2023 and declares an emergency, allowing the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to students; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 27-103, which relates to the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act; requiring certain association’s written policy to include certain provision regarding legal representation; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Adam Pugh (R)*, Ryan Martinez (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/09/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Common Education
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NC bill #H205 • Last Action 03/29/2023
Transparent Governance & Integrity Act.-AB
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Transparent Governance & Integrity Act, aims to enhance transparency and financial management in state and local government. Key provisions include: - Expanding the definition of "public body" to include all public entities in the state, whether established by the Constitution or otherwise. - Prohibiting non-disclosure agreements that restrict access to public records, and requiring any such agreements to be included in meeting minutes. - Requiring the Governor to convene the Council of State whenever the law requires their concurrence, advice, or consent, and making Council of State meetings subject to open meetings laws. - Mandating financial management education for governing board members of counties and cities, especially those under financial distress or oversight by the Local Government Commission. - Requiring certain local government administrators to receive financial management training when their jurisdiction is under financial duress. - Allowing local governments to establish capital reserve accounts and fund balance reserve accounts to improve fiscal management. - Restricting the pledging of security interests by local governments to only the collateral being financed by a specific loan. The bill aims to increase transparency, strengthen financial oversight, and improve the financial management capabilities of state and local governments in North Carolina.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT PROVIDING FOR GREATER TRANSPARENCY IN AND MAINTENANCE OF STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL MATTERS.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 19 : Howard Penny (R)*, Matthew Winslow (R)*, Jennifer Capps Balkcom (R)*, Jay Adams (R), Dean Arp (R), Allen Chesser (R), Mike Clampitt (R), Kevin Crutchfield (R), Karl Gillespie (R), Ed Goodwin (R), Neal Jackson (R), Jake Johnson (R), Keith Kidwell (R), Jeff McNeely (R), Ben Moss (R), Diane Wheatley (R), Shelly Willingham (D), Michael Wray (D), Jeff Zenger (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/29/2023
• Last Action: Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
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IL bill #SB2032 • Last Action 03/28/2023
AGING EQUITY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Illinois Strategic Action Plan for Aging Equity Act, which establishes the Strategic Action Planning Commission for Aging Equity (Commission). The Commission, co-chaired by the Governor's Office and the Department on Aging, will develop a comprehensive strategic action plan for aging equity in Illinois through the year 2035. The Commission will examine the effects, challenges, opportunities, and needs for planning related to the shifting age demographics in Illinois, including areas such as home and community-based care, transportation, housing, and social participation. The Commission will make recommendations to address the long-term effects of the demographic shift on Illinois residents, state government, and the private sector. The bill requires the Commission to submit reports to the Governor and General Assembly, and allows for the Commission to be dissolved on December 31, 2043.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Illinois Strategic Action Plan for Aging Equity Act. Establishes the Strategic Action Planning Commission for Aging Equity (Commission) to be co-chaired by designees of the Governor's Office and the Department on Aging. Provides that the Commission shall be a public body consisting of members appointed by the Governor within 3 months after the effective date of the Act. Requires the Governor to consult with the President and Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, and the Director of Aging about appointments to the Commission to ensure: (1) members across the main Commission and its committees meet the criteria set forth under the Act; (2) the Commission's committees reflect the geographic diversity of the State and are inclusive and consist of members who reflect a diversity of age, gender, ability, race, cultural, socioeconomic, and national background; (3) the Commission includes Illinois residents aged 60 or older who represent urban, suburban, and rural areas of the State; (4) the Commission consists of specified professionals with expertise in aging, home and community-based services for older residents of Illinois, and other matters; and (5) the Commission consists of representatives from certain State agencies and departments. Requires the Commission to examine the effects, challenges, opportunities, and needs for planning related to the shifting age demographics in Illinois. Requires the Commission to adopt certain guiding principles. Contains provisions on Commission guidelines; the Commission's development of a preliminary comprehensive strategic action plan for aging equity in Illinois through the year 2035; Commission recommendations to address the long-term effects of the demographic shift on Illinois residents, State government, and the private sector; and other matters. Imposes reporting requirements on the Commission and other duties. Provides that the Commission shall dissolve on December 31, 2043. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Karina Villa (D)*, Laura Murphy (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Laura M. Murphy
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NC bill #S378 • Last Action 03/28/2023
Code Council Reorg. and Var. Code Amend
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill reorganizes the Building Code Council and creates a new Residential Code Council, amends various provisions of the North Carolina State Building Code and land development regulations. Specifically, the bill: - Establishes the Residential Code Council with 13 members, including residential contractors, licensed professionals, and public representatives, to oversee revisions to the North Carolina Residential Code. - Increases the cost threshold for when a building permit is required from $20,000 to $40,000 for certain minor construction activities in single-family homes, farms, and commercial buildings. - Authorizes private developers to use alternative pavement design standards for private roads, driveways, and parking lots within new developments, provided they meet certain requirements. - Prohibits local governments from requiring routine exterior sheathing inspections for structures covered by the North Carolina Building or Residential Codes. - Modifies requirements for the Building Code Summary (Appendix B) and insulation standards for unvented attic and enclosed rafter assemblies. - Restricts the Building Code Council from further amending certain sections of the North Carolina Residential Code until 2031. - Allows three-family and four-family dwellings to be included within the scope of the North Carolina Residential Code. - Clarifies the fee calculation for erosion and sedimentation control plan review by local governments. - Prohibits local governments from requiring certain payments from owners of privately maintained stormwater control systems.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REORGANIZE THE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL AND CREATE THE RESIDENTIAL CODE COUNCIL AND TO AMEND VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE BUILDING CODE AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS.
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• Introduced: 03/27/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Steve Jarvis (R)*, Tim Moffitt (R)*, Jim Perry (R)*, Carl Ford (R), Bobby Hanig (R), Brent Jackson (R), Joyce Krawiec (R), Tom McInnis (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/28/2023
• Last Action: Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
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OH bill #HB16 • Last Action 03/28/2023
Enact the Ethics and Financial Disclosure Reform Act
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Ethics and Financial Disclosure Reform Act to revise the law governing ethics and lobbying. The key provisions include: - Expanding disclosure requirements for public officials and employees, including requiring disclosure of sources of income, gifts, travel expenses, and meals/food and beverages. The bill also requires disclosure statements to be published online. - Revising the registration and reporting requirements for legislative agents, executive agency lobbyists, and retirement system lobbyists. This includes new requirements for these lobbyists and their employers to report compensation and other financial information. - Providing the Ohio Ethics Commission, Joint Legislative Ethics Committee, and Board of Professional Conduct of the Supreme Court increased authority to investigate and enforce ethics and lobbying laws. - Prohibiting certain officials, like the governor and state attorneys, from receiving compensation for serving on corporate boards of directors, with some exceptions. - Making it a first-degree misdemeanor to knowingly file a false disclosure statement required under the bill. Overall, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability around the activities of public officials, employees, and lobbyists in Ohio.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 101.15, 101.34, 101.70, 101.71, 101.72, 101.73, 101.74, 101.75, 101.76, 101.78, 101.90, 101.91, 101.92, 101.93, 101.95, 101.96, 101.98, 102.01, 102.02, 102.022, 102.03, 102.031, 102.06, 102.07, 102.08, 102.99, 109.54, 121.60, 121.61, 121.62, 121.63, 121.65, 121.66, 121.68, 122.651, 184.01, 184.03, 187.03, 2701.11, 2925.01, 2925.38, 3781.343, 4503.033, 4705.021, 4901.021, and 4901.99; to enact sections 101.741, 101.941, 102.10, 121.641, and 4901.022; and to repeal section 102.021 of the Revised Code to enact the Ethics and Financial Disclosure Reform Act to revise the law governing ethics and lobbying.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Derek Merrin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: House Government Oversight 2nd Hearing, Proponent Testimony (13:00:00 3/28/2023 Room 121)
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IL bill #HB1245 • Last Action 03/27/2023
DPT RETURNING RESIDENT AFFAIRS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Second Chance Public Health and Safety Act, which establishes the Department of Returning Resident Affairs. The Department is responsible for developing and administering the Second Chance State Program, which provides services and assistance to "returning residents" (individuals who have been detained, are defendants in criminal prosecutions, are incarcerated, or have been incarcerated). The bill outlines the powers and duties of the Department, including operating hub sites across the state that are run by community-based organizations to deliver comprehensive, coordinated services to program participants. The bill also includes provisions related to program metrics and reporting, confidentiality for program participants, and prohibitions on relationships between the Department and for-profit correctional entities.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Second Chance Public Health and Safety Act and amends the Freedom of Information Act, the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois, and the Unified Code of Corrections. Contains declarations and findings. Creates the Department of Returning Resident Affairs and sets forth its powers in relation to returning residents (residents who have been detained, are defendants in criminal prosecutions, are incarcerated, or have been incarcerated) and other matters. Provides that the Department shall develop and administer the Second Chance State Program for returning residents and provides for the establishment of hub sites to provide specified services to eligible individuals and other elements of the Program. Provides for the appointment of a Director of Returning Resident Affairs who has experience working with or for a community-based organization and was incarcerated in an Illinois Department of Corrections facility for not less than one year, as well as an Assistant Director and a General Counsel. Contains provisions regarding other matters. Provides that the provisions of the Act are severable. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 23 : Justin Slaughter (D)*, Carol Ammons (D), Camille Lilly (D), Nick Smith (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Thaddeus Jones (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Kam Buckner (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Nabeela Syed (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Maurice West (D), Robyn Gabel (D), Lamont Robinson (D), Natalie Manley (D), Joyce Mason (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB0406 • Last Action 03/27/2023
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical change to the Open Meetings Act, amending Section 1.01 to change the wording in the short title of the Act. Specifically, it removes the "and" between "known" and "may be cited" and replaces it with a single "and" to read "This Act shall be known and may be cited as the Open Meetings Act."
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 120/1.01 from Ch. 102, par. 41.01 Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 12/05/2022
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Welch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/11/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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MN bill #HF2092 • Last Action 03/27/2023
Metropolitan governance task force created.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a task force on metropolitan governance to study and make recommendations to the legislature on reforming the governance of the Metropolitan Council. The task force will be composed of various stakeholders, including legislators, local government representatives, and members of the public. The task force will analyze the costs and benefits of different governance models, such as direct election of Metropolitan Council members, a council of governments, and reapportioning responsibilities to state agencies and local governments. The task force must provide a report with its findings and recommendations by February 1, 2024, and the section creating the task force will expire on June 30, 2024.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to metropolitan government; creating a task force on metropolitan governance.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 7 : Frank Hornstein (D)*, Kristin Robbins (R), Erin Koegel (D), Sydney Jordan (D), Jess Hanson (D), Andrew Myers (R), Jim Nash (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/27/2023
• Last Action: Author added Nash
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IL bill #HB1066 • Last Action 03/27/2023
OPEN MEETINGS-CHILDCARE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow a member of a public body to attend a meeting by video or audio conference if the member is prevented from physically attending due to childcare obligations, in addition to the existing reasons of personal illness, disability, employment purposes, or a family or other emergency. The bill sets out specific conditions and procedures that must be followed for a member to attend remotely, including notifying the clerk or recording secretary, and for the public body to conduct a meeting remotely during a declared public health disaster.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 120/7 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, among other circumstances, childcare obligations.
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• Introduced: 12/29/2022
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Dan Didech (D)*, Janet Yang Rohr (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/11/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3150 • Last Action 03/27/2023
PROSTITUTION-TERMINOLOGY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled "PROSTITUTION-TERMINOLOGY", aims to change the terminology used in Illinois law regarding commercial sex work and the exploitation of minors. The key provisions are: This bill replaces the term "prostitution" with "commercial sexual activity" throughout the law, and replaces terms like "juvenile prostitute" and "juvenile prostitution" with "sexually exploited child" and "commercial sexual exploitation of a child." This change in terminology reflects the understanding that individuals engaged in commercial sex work, especially minors, are more accurately viewed as victims of exploitation rather than as participants in criminal activity. The bill also allows individuals convicted of certain offenses related to commercial sexual activity or the exploitation of minors to petition to have their convictions vacated and records expunged if their participation was a result of being a victim of human trafficking. This provides an opportunity for victims to clear their records and avoid the collateral consequences of those convictions. Additionally, the bill enhances penalties for certain offenses related to the promotion of commercial sexual activity and the exploitation of minors. It also allows the state's attorney to file motions to vacate and expunge convictions for these types of offenses. Overall, this bill aims to update Illinois law to adopt a more victim-centered, trauma-informed approach to addressing commercial sex work and the exploitation of minors, rather than criminalizing the victims. The changes in terminology and the provisions for vacating and expunging convictions reflect this shift in approach.
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Bill Summary: concerning criminal law.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Will Guzzardi (D)*, Lilian Jiménez (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/17/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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MN bill #SF1334 • Last Action 03/27/2023
Corrections provisions modifications
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to corrections provisions in Minnesota. It authorizes e-filing of disposition of detainers, provides language access for limited English proficient individuals under the Department of Corrections' authority, allows the commissioner to determine facility placement for juveniles sentenced as adults, updates language regarding substance use disorder assessments, provides warrant authority for inmates who fail to report post-sentencing, modifies intensive supervised release and electronic surveillance, allows for release during a pandemic, permits readmission to challenge incarceration programs, clarifies that the Shakopee correctional facility offers a challenge incarceration program, combines the Interstate Adult Supervision Advisory Council with the Interstate Commission for Juveniles, repeals the intensive community supervision program law, includes community supervision agents as public safety officers for line of duty death benefits, and provides a mechanism for funding probation services resulting from the transition of those services to the Department of Corrections.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to corrections; authorizing e-filing of disposition of detainers; providing language access to limited English proficient individuals under authority of Department of Corrections; authorizing commissioner of corrections to determine facility placement of juveniles sentenced as adults; amending statutory language regarding substance use disorder assessment process to reflect current standards of care; including warrant authority for inmate failing to report post sentencing; modifying intensive supervised release and electronic surveillance; providing for release during a pandemic; allowing readmission to challenge incarceration program; clarifying that Shakopee correctional facility offers challenge incarceration program; combining Advisory council of Interstate Adult Supervision with Interstate Commission for Juveniles; repealing intensive community supervision program law; including community supervision agents as public safety officers for line of duty death benefits; providing mechanism for funding probation services resulting from transition of services to Department of Corrections; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 169A.276, subdivision 1; 241.021, by adding a subdivision; 242.18; 243.1606; 243.58; 244.05, subdivisions 6, 8; 244.0513, subdivisions 2, 4; 244.171, subdivision 4; 244.172, subdivision 1; 244.19, subdivisions 1, 5; 260.515; 299A.41, subdivision 4; 629.292, subdivision 2; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 244.14; 244.15.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Clare Oumou Verbeten (D)*, Ron Latz (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/20/2023
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass and re-referred to Finance
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IL bill #HB3474 • Last Action 03/27/2023
REIMAGINE PUBLIC SAFETY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Reimagine Public Safety Act. It removes language requiring specific grant amounts and quantities from the Office of Firearm Violence Prevention, and instead allows the Assistant Secretary to provide grants in each eligible service area based on factors like community needs, trends, and best practices. The bill also removes a requirement for initial grants to be named by a certain date, and instead specifies that 60 days after the Office receives local advisory council recommendations and distributes funding, the Office will have no further responsibility to manage or oversee those councils. The local advisory councils will then operate under the governing body of their service area and be exempt from the Open Meetings Act and other state requirements. The bill also makes a conforming change to the Open Meetings Act to reflect this exemption for the local advisory council meetings.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 120/2 from Ch. 102, par. 42 430 ILCS 69/35-15 430 ILCS 69/35-25 430 ILCS 69/35-30 430 ILCS 69/35-35 430 ILCS 69/35-40 Amends the Reimagine Public Safety Act. Removes language requiring grants from the Office of Firearm Violence Prevention to be in specified quantities, specified amounts, or both. Provides that, at the discretion of the Assistant Secretary of Firearm Violence Prevention, the Office of Firearm Violence Prevention may provide grants in each eligible service area that the Office of Firearm Violence Prevention determines to be eligible. Provides that various services must be distributed equitably among various recipients. Removes language requiring initial grants issued by the Department of Human Services and the Office of Firearm Violence Prevention to be named no later than April 1, 2022 and renewed or competitively bid as appropriate in subsequent fiscal years. Provides that 60 days after the Office of Firearm Violence Prevention receives all local advisory council recommendations under specified provisions and distributes funding based on those recommendations, the Office of Firearm Violence Prevention shall have no responsibility to manage, oversee, or exercise administrative authority over any local advisory council and local advisory councils shall be exempt from specified State requirements. Makes other changes. Makes a conforming change in the Open Meetings Act.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Justin Slaughter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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VA bill #HB1738 • Last Action 03/26/2023
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; state public bodies, meetings, virtual public access.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to allow all state public bodies to provide public access to their meetings through electronic communication means, such as telephone or videoconferencing. It also allows these public bodies to provide the public with the opportunity to comment at such meetings through the use of electronic communication means when public comment is typically received. The bill specifies that no cause of action shall arise against a state public body for accidental or involuntary loss of audio or video signal or inability of the public to comment through the electronic communications means. The bill also requires state public bodies to post notice of their meetings on a central, publicly available electronic calendar maintained by the Commonwealth.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; state public bodies; meetings; virtual public access. Provides that all state public bodies may provide public access to meetings through electronic communication means and may provide the public with the opportunity to comment at such meetings through the use of such electronic communication means when public comment is customarily received. Virginia Freedom of Information Act; state public bodies; meetings; virtual public access. Provides that all state public bodies may provide public access to meetings through electronic communication means and may provide the public with the opportunity to comment at such meetings through the use of such electronic communication means when public comment is customarily received.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Betsy Carr (D)*, Dawn Adams (D), Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D), Wendy Gooditis (D), Elizabeth Guzmán (D), Dan Helmer (D), Kathleen Murphy (D), Irene Shin (D), Marcus Simon (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/26/2023
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0536)
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VA bill #HB1757 • Last Action 03/24/2023
Immunity of persons; tort actions, assertion of immunity, attorney fees and costs.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides immunity from tort liability for certain statements made by a person. Specifically, it grants immunity for statements (i) regarding matters of public concern that are protected by the First Amendment, (ii) made at a public hearing or otherwise communicated to a governing body on matters properly before that body, or (iii) made by an employee against their employer where retaliation is prohibited by law. The immunity does not apply if the person knew or should have known the statements were false or made with reckless disregard for their truth. The bill also allows a person who prevails in a legal action based on this immunity provision to be awarded reasonable attorney fees and costs.
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Bill Summary: Immunity of persons; tort actions; assertion of immunity; attorney fees and costs. Provides that a person shall be immune from tort liability if the tort claim is based solely on statements (i) regarding matters of public concern that would be protected under the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States made by that person that are communicated to a third party; (ii) made at a public hearing before the governing body of any locality or other political subdivision, or the boards, commissions, agencies, and authorities thereof, and other governing bodies of any local governmental entity concerning matters properly before such body; or (iii) made by an employee against his employer and where retaliatory action against an employee by such employer is otherwise prohibited by law. The bill also provides that any person who prevails in such a legal action may be awarded reasonable attorney fees and costs.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeffrey Campbell (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 03/24/2023
• Last Action: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0462)
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MN bill #SF1549 • Last Action 03/24/2023
Establishment of Task force on Youth Interventions and prevention services, intervention services, and barrier reduction services appropriation relating to youth involved or at risk of becoming involved in the criminal or juvenile justice system
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Task Force on Youth Interventions to develop recommendations on designing a regional system of care for youth interventions, sustainable financing models, and alternatives to criminal penalties. The task force will evaluate coordinated approaches to youth with high behavioral health needs with the goal of reducing and eliminating touchpoints with the justice system, as well as identifying community-based services to address youth needs and gaps in services. The bill also appropriates money for grants to provide prevention services, intervention services, and services that reduce barriers for youth involved or at risk of becoming involved in the criminal or juvenile justice system. The grants will be administered by the Office of Justice Programs within the Department of Public Safety.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to public safety; appropriating money for prevention services, intervention services, and barrier reduction services relating to youth involved or at risk of becoming involved in the criminal or juvenile justice system; establishing the task force on youth interventions; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Bobby Joe Champion (D)*, Nicole Mitchell (D), Susan Pha (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/23/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (08:30:00 3/24/2023 )
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MN bill #SF1129 • Last Action 03/23/2023
Membership modification of the Formulary Committee
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the membership of the Formulary Committee, which is responsible for reviewing and recommending drugs that require prior authorization for the state's Medicaid program. The bill increases the number of committee members from 4 to at least 5 licensed physicians, including a psychiatrist, a specialist in rare diseases, a pediatrician, and someone who treats persons with disabilities. It also adds at least 4 consumer representatives with a personal or professional connection to medical assistance, and a representative from the Minnesota Rare Disease Advisory Council. The bill requires the committee to meet at least 4 times per year, makes the committee subject to the Open Meeting Law, and extends the committee's expiration date to 2027. It also modifies prior authorization requirements, including exempting certain liquid medications from prior authorization, and requires the commissioner to disclose the contract with the vendor for the preferred drug list and maintain an archive of previous versions of the list.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying the membership of the Formulary Committee; modifying prior authorization requirements; modifying the procedure for making changes to the preferred drug list; making related changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 256B.0625, subdivisions 13c, 13f, 13g.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : John Hoffman (D)*, Scott Dibble (D), Jim Abeler (R), Liz Boldon (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/01/2023
• Last Action: Withdrawn and re-referred to Health and Human Services
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IL bill #HB2824 • Last Action 03/23/2023
PUBLIC OFFICE DISQUALIFICATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various Acts to change provisions concerning whether a conviction for certain criminal offenses disqualifies an individual from serving in specified public offices or on specified boards and commissions. The bill generally prohibits individuals from holding public office if they have been convicted of an offense under Article 33 of the Criminal Code of 2012 within the preceding 5 years, with some exceptions. The bill also requires potential nominees to disclose any such convictions to the appointing authority.
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Bill Summary: Amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, the Election Code, the Children and Family Services Act, the Illinois Health Facilities Planning Act, the Township Code, the Illinois Municipal Code, the Public Library District Act of 1991, the School Code, the Home Medical Equipment and Services Provider License Act, the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975, the Illinois Gambling Act, the Liquor Control Act of 1934, and the Criminal Code of 2012. Makes changes in these Acts to provisions concerning whether a conviction for certain criminal offenses disqualifies an individual from serving in one of the specified public offices or on one of the specified boards and commissions. Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Maurice West (D)*, Barbara Hernandez (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Sonya Harper (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Sonya M. Harper
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MN bill #HF759 • Last Action 03/23/2023
Computer science education advancement provided, rulemaking authorized, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to advance computer science education in Minnesota. It establishes a Computer Science Education Advancement Program, which includes creating a computer science education supervisor position, forming a working group to develop a statewide strategic plan, and providing funding for high-quality computer science educator training and capacity building. The bill also requires teacher preparation programs to include computer science instruction and mandates data collection on computer science course offerings and enrollment, with a focus on ensuring equitable access. Finally, the bill appropriates $4 million per year in fiscal years 2024 and 2025 for STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) grants and computer science education advancement.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; providing for computer science education advancement; authorizing rulemaking; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 10 : Liz Lee (D)*, Steve Elkins (D), Mohamud Noor (D), Heather Edelson (D), Kristin Bahner (D), Kristi Pursell (D), Kaela Berg (D), María Isa Pérez-Vega (D), Matt Norris (D), Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/06/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (10:30:00 3/23/2023 )
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OK bill #SB761 • Last Action 03/22/2023
Public meetings; modifying certain requirements and procedures under the Oklahoma Open Meetings Act. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meetings Act to define "public health emergency" and establish requirements for public bodies to conduct meetings and executive sessions using digital means during such emergencies. It requires alternative means to make meetings available to the public, exempts certain governing bodies, and prohibits private electronic communications among members during public meetings. The bill provides immunity for public bodies making good-faith efforts to comply and sets an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public meetings; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 304, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 123, O.S.L. 2022 (25 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 304), which relates to definitions used in the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; defining term of public health emergency; establishing requirements under which a public body may conduct meetings and executive sessions utilizing digital means; requiring alternative means be used to make meetings available to the public under certain conditions; exempting governing bodies under certain conditions; clarifying no charge to the public; permitting participation by the public in meetings; prohibiting certain private electronic communications; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 07/24/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brent Howard (R)*, Daniel Pae (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/27/2023
• Last Action: Senate Floor SB761 (3-22-23) (HOWARD) FS FA1 - SB761 (3-22-23) (HOWARD) FS FA1
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MN bill #SF2431 • Last Action 03/22/2023
Council on LGBTQIA Minnesotans establishment and appropriations
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Council on LGBTQIA Minnesotans, a 16-member council appointed by the governor and legislature. The council is tasked with advising the governor and legislature on issues affecting the LGBTQIA community, recommending policy changes, serving as a liaison between state government and LGBTQIA organizations, and conducting studies on relevant topics. The bill also appropriates funds to support the council's operations and provide training for its members.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; establishing the Council on LGBTQIA Minnesotans; appropriating money; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 15.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Erin Maye Quade (D)*, Nicole Mitchell (D), Clare Oumou Verbeten (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/20/2023
• Last Action: Author added Oumou Verbeten
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OK bill #SB1021 • Last Action 03/22/2023
Oklahoma Broadband Expansion Act; directing Council to evaluate certain processes and procedures in conjunction with Universal Service Fund. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Oklahoma Broadband Expansion Act, directs the Broadband Expansion Council to evaluate the processes and procedures of the Oklahoma Broadband Office and the Oklahoma Universal Service Fund on an annual basis, and to submit findings and recommendations for statutory or regulatory updates to the state's leadership. The bill also extends the Broadband Expansion Council's existence until June 30, 2028, and requires the Council to provide administrative support to the Oklahoma Broadband Office. The bill becomes effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: Oklahoma Broadband Expansion Act - Council - processes and procedures - submission - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Shane Jett (R)*, Eric Roberts (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/06/2023
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Roberts (principal House author)
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VT bill #S0066 • Last Action 03/22/2023
An act relating to the provision of State-funded education in districts that do not maintain an elementary or high school
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to: 1) Require a school district that does not maintain an elementary school or high school to designate up to three eligible schools to serve as the public school or schools of the district. Eligible schools include public schools in Vermont, public schools located outside Vermont, and certain recognized independent schools that meet specific criteria. 2) Repeal the definition of approved independent school and the approved independent school approval process, while maintaining the recognized independent school enrollment process. 3) Create a definition of therapeutic schools and make amendments to special education independent school tuition provisions. 4) Make conforming changes throughout Title 16 regarding the school designation process. 5) Make conforming changes throughout the Vermont Statutes Annotated based on the repeal of the approved independent school definition and approval process.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to 1) require a school district that does not maintain an elementary school or high school to designate eligible schools to serve as the public school of the district; 2) repeals the definition of approved independent school and the approved independent school approval process, while maintaining the recognized independent school enrollment process; 3) creates a definition of therapeutic schools and makes amendments to special education independent school tuition provisions; 4) makes conforming changes throughout Title 16 regarding the school designation process; and 5) makes conforming changes throughout the Vermont Statutes Annotated based on the repeal of the approved independent school definition and approval process.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Ruth Hardy (D)*, Ann Cummings (D), Martine Gulick (D), Ginny Lyons (D), Mark MacDonald (D), Richard McCormack (D), Kesha Ram Hinsdale (D), Tanya Vyhovsky (D), Anne Watson (D), Becca White (D), Irene Wrenner (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2023
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Education Hearing (00:00:00 3/22/2023 )
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MI bill #SB0224 • Last Action 03/21/2023
Civil rights: public records; legislative open records act (LORA); create as part of the freedom of information act. Amends secs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 10a, 10b & 13 of 1976 PA 442 (MCL 15.231 et seq.); designates secs. 1 - 16 as pt. 1 & adds pt. 2. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0223'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to create a new part called the Legislative Open Records Act (LORA) that sets up a separate process for the public to access records from the legislative branch of government. The key provisions include: - Designating a LORA coordinator to accept and process public record requests for the legislative branch. - Establishing timelines and procedures for the public to request and receive legislative records, including the ability to appeal denials and challenge excessive fees. - Defining what types of legislative records can be exempted from disclosure, such as constituent communications, advisory communications, and security-related records. - Allowing the legislative branch to charge fees for record requests, with limits and waivers for indigent requestors. - Providing for the attorney general to advise public bodies on LORA administration. - Tying the effective date of the bill to the enactment of another bill, Senate Bill 223. Overall, this bill creates a new legislative transparency framework that aims to increase public access to records from the legislative branch, while maintaining certain exemptions to protect sensitive information.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled"Freedom of information act,"by amending sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 10a, 10b, and 13 (MCL 15.231, 15.232, 15.233, 15.234, 15.235, 15.236, 15.240, 15.240a, 15.240b, and 15.243), section 1 as amended by 1997 PA 6, section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 68, section 3 as amended by 2018 PA 523, section 4 as amended by 2020 PA 38, section 5 as amended by 2020 PA 36, section 6 as amended by 1996 PA 553, section 10 as amended and sections 10a and 10b as added by 2014 PA 563, and section 13 as amended by 2021 PA 33, by designating sections 1 to 16 as part 1, and by adding part 2.
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• Introduced: 03/21/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Runestad (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/21/2023
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Elections And Ethics
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IL bill #HB3146 • Last Action 03/21/2023
WIND&SOLAR ENERGY REGULATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Counties Code and the Renewable Energy Facilities Agricultural Impact Mitigation Act to modify regulations for commercial wind and solar energy facilities in Illinois. The key provisions include: increasing setback distances from occupied buildings and non-participating residences for wind towers; requiring a comprehensive agricultural drainage plan and agreements with drainage districts; removing the requirement for commercial solar energy facility owners to submit an agricultural impact mitigation agreement at least 45 days prior to construction; and allowing commercial renewable energy facility owners to cross or impact drainage systems without prior agreement or approval from the drainage district, as long as they repair any damage.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Counties Code. Modifies the setback distance of a wind tower from occupied community buildings and nonparticipating residences. Modifies provisions restricting the county's ability to enact standards for construction, decommissioning, or deconstruction of commercial wind energy facilities or commercial solar energy facilities that are more restrictive than those included in the Department of Agriculture's impact agreements. Includes provisions requiring a comprehensive agricultural drainage plan and agreements with drainage districts to cross or impact a drainage system. Amends the Renewable Energy Facilities Agricultural Impact Mitigation Act. Modifies provisions requiring a commercial renewable energy facility owner of a commercial wind energy facility or a commercial solar energy facility that is located on landowner property to enter into an agricultural impact mitigation agreement with the Department outlining construction and deconstruction standards and policies. Removes provisions requiring a commercial solar energy facility owner to submit, not less than 45 days prior to commencement of actual construction, to the Department a standard agricultural impact mitigation agreement signed by the commercial solar energy facility owner and including all information required by the Department. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Lance Yednock (D)*, Dave Severin (R), Mike Marron (R), Maurice West (D), Wayne Rosenthal (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Wayne A Rosenthal
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MN bill #HF629 • Last Action 03/21/2023
Read Act established, schools required to use approved literacy curriculum, literacy specialists required, report required, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "Read Act" and requires the following: - Schools to use approved evidence-based or science-of-reading-based literacy curriculum and provide evidence-based literacy instruction. - Schools to administer reading screeners to students in grades K-3 and provide targeted intervention for students not reading at grade level. - Schools to develop personal learning plans for students not reading at grade level by the end of 3rd grade. - The Department of Education to partner with the University of Minnesota's Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement to approve literacy curricula, assessments, and professional development programs. - Schools to employ a literacy specialist and a lead literacy specialist to support the implementation of the Read Act. - The Department of Education to establish an advisory council to provide input on the implementation of the Read Act. The bill also appropriates $40 million for literacy grants and $60 million for professional development on structured literacy instruction.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; establishing the Read Act; requiring schools to use approved literacy curriculum; requiring literacy specialists; requiring a report; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 120B.11, subdivisions 1, 2; 120B.12, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4a, 5; 122A.06, subdivision 4; 124D.98, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 120B.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 9 : Heather Edelson (D)*, Kim Hicks (D), Mary Clardy (D), Matt Norris (D), Brad Tabke (D), Hodan Hassan (D), Sandra Feist (D), Cheryl Youakim (D), Jeff Brand (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/08/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (10:30:00 3/21/2023 )
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IL bill #HB2455 • Last Action 03/21/2023
FOIA-JUDICIAL RECORDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act to include judicial bodies of the State as "public bodies" under the Act, and exempts certain records related to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders from disclosure, similar to the existing exemption for records related to the preparation of legislative documents. The bill also exempts judicial records that are subject to fees imposed under the Clerks of Courts Act from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, for purposes of the Act, "public body" includes judicial bodies of the State. Exempts preliminary drafts, notes, recommendations, memoranda and other records in which opinions are expressed, or policies or actions are formulated, that pertain to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders. Exempts judicial records already subject to fees imposed under the Clerks of Courts Act.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Curtis Tarver (D)*, Kam Buckner (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Lindsey LaPointe
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MN bill #SF1273 • Last Action 03/20/2023
The Read Act
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled the "Read Act," aims to improve literacy rates in Minnesota. The key provisions include: - Requiring schools to use approved, evidence-based literacy curricula and instructional methods, including structured literacy approaches that focus on phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. - Mandating schools to administer literacy screeners to identify students not reading at grade level and provide targeted interventions and progress monitoring. - Establishing a state literacy data system to track literacy rates and teacher training. - Requiring districts to employ literacy specialists and trainers to support evidence-based literacy instruction and teacher professional development. - Appropriating $40 million for literacy instructional materials and $60 million for teacher training on structured literacy. - Creating a Read Act Implementation Advisory Council to review and advise on approved literacy curricula, screeners, and professional development programs. The overall goal is to ensure that all students, including English learners, are reading at grade level by the end of third grade through the implementation of proven, research-based literacy practices.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; requiring schools to use approved literacy curriculum; requiring literacy specialists; establishing an advisory council; requiring a report; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 120B.11, subdivisions 1, 2; 120B.12, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4a, 5; 122A.06, subdivision 4; 124D.98, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 120B.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Erin Maye Quade (D)*, Susan Pha (D), Foung Hawj (D), Tou Xiong (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/20/2023
• Last Action: Author stricken Mohamed
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MN bill #SF2651 • Last Action 03/20/2023
Infrastructure Resilience Advisory Task Force establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an Infrastructure Resilience Advisory Task Force to evaluate issues related to coordination, sustainability, resiliency, and federal funding on state, local, and private infrastructure in Minnesota. The task force, composed of members from the legislature, state agencies, Tribal governments, and various stakeholder groups, will develop objectives and strategies to manage infrastructure effectively, enhance its sustainability and resiliency, respond to and mitigate the effects of adverse weather events, and ensure equitable treatment in areas of persistent poverty and historically disadvantaged communities. The task force will also identify approaches to enhance infrastructure coordination, maximize federal infrastructure funding, and evaluate options for organizational design to meet these objectives. The task force is required to submit a report with its findings and recommendations to the governor and legislative committees by February 1, 2024, and the task force will expire on June 30, 2024.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to sustainable infrastructure; establishing an Infrastructure Resilience Advisory Task Force; requiring a report.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Jim Carlson (D)*, Sandy Pappas (D), Scott Dibble (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/03/2023
• Last Action: Author added Dibble
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MN bill #SF455 • Last Action 03/20/2023
Open meeting from a nonpublic location participation conditions modification
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the conditions for participation in an open meeting from a nonpublic location. The existing law allows a member of a public body to participate in a meeting from a location that is not open or accessible to the public, if the member has not done so more than three times in a calendar year and either is serving in the military or has been advised by a health care professional against being in a public place for personal or family medical reasons. The bill removes the requirement that this exception only applies during a declared state of emergency.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to local government; amending the conditions for participation in an open meeting from a nonpublic location; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 13D.02, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Jim Carlson (D)*, John Jasinski (R), Susan Pha (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action: Author added Pha
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MN bill #HF2405 • Last Action 03/20/2023
Infrastructure Resilience Advisory Task Force established, and report required.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Infrastructure Resilience Advisory Task Force to evaluate issues related to coordination, sustainability, resiliency, and federal funding on state, local, and private infrastructure in Minnesota. The task force consists of various state commissioners, legislators, and representatives from local governments, industry associations, and tribal governments. The task force is tasked with developing objectives and strategies to enhance infrastructure management, sustainability, and resiliency, as well as identifying ways to maximize federal infrastructure funding and explore organizational options for state agencies to meet these goals. The task force must submit a report by February 2024 with its findings and recommendations, and it will expire on June 30, 2024.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to sustainable infrastructure; establishing an Infrastructure Resilience Advisory Task Force; requiring a report.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Erin Koegel (D)*, Brion Curran (D), Mary Clardy (D), Andy Smith (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/02/2023
• Last Action: Committee report, to adopt and re-refer to Transportation Finance and Policy
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OK bill #SB118 • Last Action 03/20/2023
Industry regulation; creating General Regulatory Business Relief Office; requiring participant to compile report for Commission following the end of the program participation; providing for contents of report. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the General Regulatory Business Relief Office and the General Regulatory Business Program within the Department of Labor. The program allows businesses to temporarily demonstrate innovative offerings without obtaining certain licenses or authorizations, with the goal of reducing regulatory burdens while still protecting consumers. The bill outlines the application process, participant requirements, and reporting obligations. It also creates an advisory commission to provide recommendations on the program and laws/rules that could be modified or eliminated to reduce regulatory burdens. The bill is effective November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: industry regulation - program - Commission - recommendations - consultations - application - agreement - denial - rules - demonstration - disclosure - records - report - participation - codification - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Micheal Bergstrom (R)*, Mark Lepak (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/02/2023
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Lepak (principal House author)
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IL bill #HB2985 • Last Action 03/16/2023
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled "FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL", repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes conforming changes to various other Acts. The key provisions are: - Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act, removing the requirement for individuals to obtain a Firearm Owner's Identification Card to possess firearms. - Amends the Open Meetings Act, Firearm Concealed Carry Act, Criminal Identification Act, Illinois Criminal Justice Information Act, State Finance Act, Intergovernmental Drug Laws Enforcement Act, Peace Officer Firearm Training Act, School Code, Illinois Explosives Act, Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Locksmith Act of 2004, Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code, Lead Poisoning Prevention Act, Methamphetamine Control and Community Protection Act, Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963, Unified Code of Corrections, Stalking No Contact Order Act, Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act, Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986, Uniform Disposition of Unclaimed Property Act, and Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act to remove references to the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and conforming changes related to firearms. - Establishes a process for individuals prohibited from possessing firearms under State or federal law to petition the Director of the Illinois State Police or the circuit court to be relieved of the prohibition, with certain exceptions. The bill aims to repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and make related changes to various other laws that currently reference or rely on that Act.
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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: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Blaine Wilhour (R)*, Chris Miller (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Chris Miller
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MN bill #HF2954 • Last Action 03/16/2023
Combative sports regulations modified.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the regulation of combative sports in Minnesota: It expands the definition of "combatant" to include professional and amateur kickboxers, and clarifies that combative sports include professional and amateur kickboxing and mixed martial arts contests. The bill also defines "kickboxing" as the act of attack and defense with the fists using padded gloves and bare feet. The bill modifies the composition and appointment terms of the Combative Sports Advisory Council, reduces its membership from nine to five, and exempts certain council meetings from open meeting requirements. The bill incorporates the most recent versions of the Unified Rules of Boxing, Kickboxing, and Mixed Martial Arts into Minnesota's regulations, and gives the commissioner authority to approve regulatory bodies to oversee martial arts and amateur boxing contests. The bill also imposes new requirements on promoters, including providing security, an ambulance service, and submitting event information and documentation in advance. It also allows combatants to challenge the outcome of a contest under certain circumstances. Finally, the bill prohibits the use of certain performance-enhancing substances by combatants and authorizes drug testing, and allows the commissioner to impose civil penalties for violations of the combative sports regulations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; modifying combative sports regulations; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 341.21, subdivisions 2a, 2b, 2c, 4f, 7, by adding a subdivision; 341.221; 341.25; 341.27; 341.28, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.32, subdivision 2; 341.321; 341.33; 341.355; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 341.
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• Introduced: 03/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Nelson (D)*, Kaela Berg (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/16/2023
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to State and Local Government Finance and Policy
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IL bill #HB2605 • Last Action 03/16/2023
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. It amends various Acts to make conforming changes, such as removing references to the FOID card and instead referencing whether a person is prohibited under state or federal law from possessing a firearm. The bill also makes changes related to the reporting of mental health records, the sale and possession of assault weapons and large capacity magazines, and the procedures for individuals prohibited from possessing firearms to seek relief from those prohibitions. The bill takes effect immediately.
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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: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Adam Niemerg (R)*, Chris Miller (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Chris Miller
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IL bill #HB3514 • Last Action 03/16/2023
OPEN MEETINGS-REMOTE MEETINGS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Open Meetings Act to prohibit public bodies from conducting closed meetings by audio or video conference. Instead, such meetings must be held with the physical presence of a quorum of the members. The bill makes conforming changes to the existing law that previously allowed for remote attendance under certain limited circumstances, such as during a declared disaster. This change aims to ensure greater transparency and public access to meetings of public bodies in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 120/7 Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that a public body shall not conduct a closed meeting by audio or video conference, and shall conduct such meetings only with the physical presence of a quorum of the members of the public body. Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Dan Caulkins (R)*, Chris Miller (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Chris Miller
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MN bill #SF2971 • Last Action 03/16/2023
Combative sports regulations modification
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to Minnesota's combative sports regulations: It expands the definition of "combatant" to include professional and amateur kickboxers, and clarifies the definition of "combative sport" to include professional and amateur kickboxing contests. The bill also defines "kickboxing" and incorporates the Unified Rules of Kickboxing into state regulations. The bill reduces the number of members on the Combative Sports Advisory Council from 9 to 5, and specifies that all 5 members must have knowledge of combative sports. It also provides that meetings related to challenges filed under the new challenge process are exempt from open meeting requirements. The bill incorporates the Unified Rules of Boxing into regulations for tough person contests, and requires tough person contestants to wear headgear and 12-ounce gloves. It also clarifies the commissioner's regulatory authority over professional and amateur kickboxing contests. The bill establishes new regulations for martial arts and amateur boxing contests, requiring them to be overseen by nationally recognized organizations approved by the commissioner. It exempts certain student contests regulated by high school and college athletic associations from the combative sports regulations. The bill revises prelicensure requirements for promoters, combatants, officials, and physicians. It also changes the license expiration date from December 31 to one year after issuance, and modifies various license fees. The bill includes new provisions requiring promoters to provide security personnel and ambulance service, prohibiting the use of performance-enhancing substances by combatants, and establishing a process for combatants to challenge the outcome of a contest. Overall, this bill aims to update and clarify Minnesota's regulations governing various forms of combative sports.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; modifying combative sports regulations; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 341.21, subdivisions 2a, 2b, 2c, 4f, 7, by adding a subdivision; 341.221; 341.25; 341.27; 341.28, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding subdivisions; 341.30, subdivision 4; 341.32, subdivision 2; 341.321; 341.33; 341.355; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 341.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Jen McEwen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/15/2023
• Last Action: Referred to State and Local Government and Veterans
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MI bill #HR0056 • Last Action 03/16/2023
A resolution to declare March 13-18 2023, as Sunshine Week in the state of Michigan.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A resolution to declare March 13-18 2023, as Sunshine Week in the state of Michigan.
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• Introduced: 03/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 27 : Erin Byrnes (D)*, Reggie Miller (D), Kelly Breen (D), Kara Hope (D), Julie Brixie (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Phil Skaggs (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Greg Alexander (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Matt Bierlein (R), John Fitzgerald (D), Carol Glanville (D), Jim Haadsma (D), Mike Harris (R), Tom Kunse (R), Tullio Liberati (D), Christine Morse (D), Natalie Price (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Julie Rogers (D), Bill Schuette (R), Will Snyder (D), Lori Stone (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Stephanie Young (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/16/2023
• Last Action: Adopted
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IL bill #SB1276 • Last Action 03/15/2023
TIRC-DEFINITIONS-REPORT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission Act to broaden the definition of "claim of torture" to include cases where a third party was tortured into implicating the convicted person or where a witness statement was used to obtain the conviction. It also defines "torture" more broadly to include any act that inflicts severe physical or mental pain, any pain inflicted to obtain a confession or information, any pain inflicted for punishment, and any intimidation or coercion based on discrimination. The bill requires the Commission to determine the resources needed to assess the credibility of each claim within 2 years and report its findings to the Governor and General Assembly. It also repeals a provision that limited the Act to claims filed within 10 years of the effective date.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission Act. In the definition of "claim of torture": provides that it also means a third party was tortured into implicating a person for the crime for which the person was convicted; provides that it also means a witness statement was used to obtain the conviction; and removes language providing that the allegations of torture occur within a county of more than 3,000,000 inhabitants. Defines "torture" as: any act by which severe pain or suffering, whether physical or mental, is intentionally inflicted on a person; any pain or suffering that is intentionally inflicted on a person for such purposes as obtaining from that person a confession or information about a third party; any pain or suffering that is intentionally inflicted on a person for purposes of punishing a suspected act by that person; or any intimidation or coercion for any reason based on discrimination of any kind. Requires the Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission to determine the resources necessary to assess the credibility or lack thereof of each claim within 2 years after the date upon which the claim was received, and to make a report of its findings to the Governor and the General Assembly. Repeals a provision providing that the Act applies to claims of torture filed not later than 10 years after the effective date of the Act (August 10, 2009). Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Robert Peters (D)*, Celina Villanueva (D), Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D), Mike Simmons (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Rachel Ventura (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/03/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
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MN bill #SF2506 • Last Action 03/15/2023
Transit enforcement requirements modifications; transit service intervention project establishment; working group establishment; appropriating money
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to transit enforcement and services in Minnesota. It requires the Metropolitan Council to adopt a rider code of conduct for transit passengers and allows peace officers to order people to depart a transit vehicle or facility for violations of the code. The bill also establishes a Transit Service Intervention Project to provide coordinated, high-visibility interventions on light rail transit lines, including enhanced social services outreach and engagement, code of conduct regulation, and law enforcement. The project will be managed by an appointee of the governor and overseen by a working group of various stakeholders. The bill appropriates money from the general fund to the Metropolitan Council to implement the project, which is set to expire on December 31, 2023.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to transit; amending requirements governing transit enforcement; establishing a transit service intervention project; establishing a working group; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 609.855, subdivision 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 473.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Dibble (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/02/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (15:00:00 3/15/2023 )
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MN bill #SF2139 • Last Action 03/15/2023
Task Force on Pregnancy Health and Substance Use Disorders establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Task Force on Pregnancy Health and Substance Use Disorders to develop uniform standards for administering toxicology tests and reporting prenatal exposure to controlled substances, discuss and evaluate family-centered substance use disorder treatment models, and provide recommendations for addressing barriers and increasing access to such treatment services. The task force will also evaluate the effectiveness of involuntary civil commitment during pregnancy and make policy recommendations. The bill appropriates funding from the general fund to the Legislative Coordinating Commission to support the task force's work, with the task force expiring upon submission of its final report by December 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to behavioral health; establishing the Task Force on Pregnancy Health and Substance Use Disorders; requiring reports; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Kelly Morrison (D)*, Alice Mann (D), Jim Abeler (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/15/2023
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Health and Human Services
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MI bill #HB4261 • Last Action 03/15/2023
Civil rights: other; governor's office; subject to freedom of information act. Amends secs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 10a, 10b & 13 of 1976 PA 442 (MCL 15.231 et seq.) & designates secs. 1 - 16 as pt. 1. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4263'23, HB 4262'23
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Freedom of Information Act by modifying several key provisions. It changes the name of the act to the "Freedom of Information and Legislative Open Records Act", expands the definition of a "public body" to include the executive office of the governor and lieutenant governor, and adds new exemptions to the disclosure of public records related to the governor's and lieutenant governor's offices. The bill also establishes procedures for appealing the fees charged by public bodies for providing records and imposes new penalties for public bodies that willfully or intentionally fail to comply with the act. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2024 and is tied to the enactment of two other related bills.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled"Freedom of information act,"by amending sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 10a, 10b, and 13 (MCL 15.231, 15.232, 15.233, 15.234, 15.235, 15.236, 15.240, 15.240a, 15.240b, and 15.243), section 1 as amended by 1997 PA 6, section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 68, section 3 as amended by 2018 PA 523, section 4 as amended by 2020 PA 38, section 5 as amended by 2020 PA 36, section 6 as amended by 1996 PA 553, section 10 as amended and sections 10a and 10b as added by 2014 PA 563, and section 13 as amended by 2021 PA 33, and by designating sections 1 to 16 as part 1.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 15 : Bill Schuette (R)*, Tom Kuhn (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Jaime Greene (R), Angela Rigas (R), Tom Kunse (R), Matt Bierlein (R), Ann Bollin (R), Luke Meerman (R), Mark Tisdel (R), Bob Bezotte (R), Ken Borton (R), Alicia St. Germaine (R), Donni Steele (R), Timmy Beson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/14/2023
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/14/2023
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MN bill #HF2099 • Last Action 03/13/2023
Task Force on Pregnancy Health and Substance Use Disorders established, reports required, and money appropriated.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Task Force on Pregnancy Health and Substance Use Disorders. The task force will develop uniform standards for administering toxicology tests and reporting prenatal exposure to controlled substances, evaluate family-centered substance use disorder treatment models, and provide recommendations to address barriers and increase access to these services. The task force will also evaluate the effectiveness of involuntary civil commitment during pregnancy and provide recommendations for policy and practice changes. The bill appropriates $ in fiscal year 2024 from the general fund to the Legislative Coordinating Commission to support the task force, which will expire upon submission of its final report by December 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to behavioral health; establishing the Task Force on Pregnancy Health and Substance Use Disorders; requiring reports; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Ruth Richardson (D)*, Hodan Hassan (D), Larry Kraft (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/13/2023
• Last Action: Author added Kraft
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OK bill #HB1621 • Last Action 03/13/2023
Criminal procedure; insanity of accused; modifying membership of the Forensic Review Board; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law on the insanity defense in criminal proceedings. The key provisions are: 1. It modifies the membership of the Forensic Review Board, which is responsible for determining whether individuals found not guilty by reason of mental illness or guilty with mental defect are eligible for therapeutic visits, conditional release, or discharge. The Board now consists of four licensed mental health professionals and three at-large members, instead of the previous composition that included an attorney and a retired judge. 2. It clarifies the procedures for the Forensic Review Board's meetings, which are not subject to the Open Meetings Act and are closed to the public, except for specific individuals involved in the cases. 3. It provides additional details on the conditional release process, including the requirement for the person to agree to the free transmission of information among various agencies and personnel, and the ability to revoke the conditional release upon non-compliance. 4. It defines key terms, such as "dangerous," "guilty with mental defect," and "person requiring treatment," to provide more clarity around the criteria for determining an individual's status. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to criminal procedure; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1161, which relates to insanity of accused; modifying memberships of the Forensic Review Board; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Kane (R)*, John Haste (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/04/2023
• Last Action: Remove Representative Worthen as principal House author and substitute with Representative Kane
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IL bill #SB1464 • Last Action 03/10/2023
HUMBOLDT PARK MEDICAL DISTRICT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Humboldt Park Community Medical District in the City of Chicago, with boundaries between Division Street, Sacramento Boulevard, California Avenue, and Augusta Boulevard. It establishes a 9-member Commission to oversee the district, with additional ex officio members, and provides the Commission with powers to acquire property, construct improvements, and manage the district. The bill also creates a special state fund for the district's income and provides for oversight and auditing of the Commission's activities. The bill amends various state laws to incorporate references to the new Humboldt Park Community Medical District Commission.
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Bill Summary: New Act 705 ILCS 505/8 from Ch. 37, par. 439.8 705 ILCS 505/22-1 from Ch. 37, par. 439.22-1 705 ILCS 505/22-2 from Ch. 37, par. 439.22-2 735 ILCS 30/15-5-49 new 30 ILCS 105/5.990 new Creates the Humboldt Park Community Medical District Act. Establishes the boundaries of the District in the City of Chicago to be south of Division Street, between Sacramento Boulevard and California Avenue, and north of Augusta Boulevard. Creates the Commission of the District with 9 appointed commissioners and 3 ex officio commissioners. Contains provisions related to the operation of the District, rights and powers of the District and Commission, acquisition, management, and disposition of property, and other provisions. Amends the Eminent Domain Act and State Finance Act making conforming changes. Amends the Court of Claims Act replacing a reference to a dissolved medical district commission with the Humboldt Park Community Medical District Commission and the other existing medical district commissions. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Omar Aquino (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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MN bill #SF1746 • Last Action 03/10/2023
Legislative commissions and councils and state councils provisions modifications
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to legislative commissions and councils, as well as other state councils: It amends the provisions for the Legislative Coordinating Commission, allowing its executive director to enter into contracts for services and supplies for the legislature, legislative commissions, and joint legislative offices. It also adds definitions and procedures for the Commission's ability to hold closed meetings to safeguard the state's cybersecurity. The bill modifies the membership and appointment process for the Legislative Salary Council, which sets the salaries of state legislators. It also updates the appointment process for the Regent Candidate Advisory Council, which recommends candidates for the University of Minnesota Board of Regents. Additionally, the bill amends the membership and terms of the Mississippi River Parkway Commission, and repeals the Candidate Advisory Council for the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees. Overall, the bill aims to update the provisions for various legislative and state councils to improve their operations and oversight.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; changing provisions for certain legislative commissions and councils and other state councils; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 3.303, subdivision 6; 3.888, subdivision 5, by adding subdivisions; 15A.0825, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 137.0245, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 161.1419, subdivision 2; 507.0945; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 136F.03.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/14/2023
• Last Action: Hearing (08:30:00 3/10/2023 )
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IL bill #SB2178 • Last Action 03/10/2023
FOIA-DEADLINES, LICENSE PLATES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) in Illinois. The key provisions are: 1) It changes the definition of a "recurrent requester" to reduce the thresholds for the number of requests a person must make to be considered a recurrent requester. This will subject certain requesters to additional requirements when making FOIA requests. 2) It extends the deadlines for public bodies to respond to FOIA requests, increasing the initial response time from 5 to 15 business days and extending the deadline for commercial requests from 21 to 30 days. 3) It exempts from disclosure records related to the location or operation of automated license plate recognition systems and the data generated by those systems. Overall, the bill aims to modify the FOIA process in Illinois by adjusting some of the key definitions and deadlines, as well as creating new exemptions for certain types of records.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 140/2 from Ch. 116, par. 202 5 ILCS 140/3 from Ch. 116, par. 203 5 ILCS 140/3.1 5 ILCS 140/7 Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Changes the definition of "recurrent requester" to mean a person who, in the 12 months immediately preceding the request, has submitted to the same public body (i) a minimum of 40 (instead of 50) requests for records, (ii) a minimum of 10 (instead of 15) requests for records within a 30-day period, or (iii) a minimum of 5 (instead of 7) requests for records within a 7-day period. Requires a public body to either comply with or deny a request for public records, or to invoke its right to an extension of the deadline to produce the records, within 15 (instead of 5) business days after its receipt of the request. Extends the deadline to respond to a request made for a commercial purpose from 21 to 30 days. Exempts from disclosure records related to the location or operation of an automated license plate recognition system and records containing data generated or stored by those systems.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB2777 • Last Action 03/10/2023
MINORITY GROUP-ARAB PERSONS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends various Acts to add Arab persons to provisions referencing or defining minority groups and ethnicities. Specifically, it adds Arab as a category for purposes of defining minorities in areas such as employment, education, health services, and data collection. The bill aims to promote greater inclusion and representation of Arab Americans across different sectors and programs in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 410/10 5 ILCS 410/15 20 ILCS 50/5 20 ILCS 65/20-15 20 ILCS 105/3.10 20 ILCS 301/5-10 20 ILCS 607/3-10 20 ILCS 2310/2310-215 was 20 ILCS 2310/55.62 20 ILCS 2630/4.5 30 ILCS 575/2 30 ILCS 577/35-5 30 ILCS 785/5 70 ILCS 210/23.1 from Ch. 85, par. 1243.1 105 ILCS 5/27-21 from Ch. 122, par. 27-21 105 ILCS 5/34-18 from Ch. 122, par. 34-18 110 ILCS 205/9.16 from Ch. 144, par. 189.16 110 ILCS 925/3.07 from Ch. 144, par. 1503.07 110 ILCS 930/2 from Ch. 144, par. 2302 110 ILCS 947/50 110 ILCS 947/65.30 110 ILCS 947/65.110 215 ILCS 5/500-50 305 ILCS 5/4-23 305 ILCS 5/12-4.48 505 ILCS 72/10 625 ILCS 5/11-212 720 ILCS 5/17-10.2 was 720 ILCS 5/17-29 775 ILCS 5/2-105 from Ch. 68, par. 2-105 805 ILCS 5/8.12 Amends various Acts to add Arab persons to provisions referencing or defining minority groups and ethnicities.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Cyril Nichols (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #SB1275 • Last Action 03/10/2023
PRIVATE COLLEGE CAMPUS POLICE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Private College Campus Police Act to provide that private colleges and universities and their private campus police departments are bound by the Act. It requires counties and municipalities with private campus police departments to include these officers in civilian complaint, investigation, and review mechanisms. The bill also requires the municipality or county to pass an ordinance defining the boundaries in which the private campus police department may act, and the institution must indemnify the governmental entity and its residents and citizens. Additionally, the bill requires private campus police departments to adhere to the Illinois Police Training Act, conduct community information meetings, and make settlement agreement evidence publicly available.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Private College Campus Police Act. Provides that private colleges and universities and private campus police departments are bound by the Act. Provides that counties and municipalities with private campus police departments in their jurisdictions must include sworn officers of private campus police departments in civilian complaint, investigation, and review mechanisms or designate an officer in charge of complaints, investigations, and reviews. Requires the municipality or county in which the private campus police department is located or operates to pass an ordinance articulating the boundaries in which the private campus police department may act. Sets forth what the ordinance must define. Requires the private college or university to indemnify both the governmental entity and its residents and citizens. Provides that if a private campus police department enters into a settlement agreement on behalf of itself, its law enforcement officers, or other employees or independent contractors, the settlement terms shall make any evidence available to the public. Provides that a private college or university and its private campus police department must adhere to the Illinois Police Training Act and are subject to the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board. Requires community information meetings. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Peters (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/03/2023
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB3264 • Last Action 03/10/2023
AUDIOLOGY&SPEECH PATH COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact Act, which allows audiologists and speech-language pathologists licensed in a member state to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege." The bill defines key terms, outlines eligibility requirements, and establishes the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission to administer the compact. It also allows for joint investigations, disciplinary actions, and dispute resolution between member states. If the compact becomes law, the bill requires Illinois' Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to update its rules and make recommendations to the General Assembly on aligning Illinois law with the compact.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact Act. Enters into the compact, which may be entered into by any state, commonwealth, district, or territory of the United States of America, in order to facilitate interstate practice of audiology and speech-language pathology with the goal of improving public access to audiology and speech-language pathology services, along with other stated objectives. Defines terms. Provides that a license issued to an audiologist or speech-language pathologist by a home state to a resident in that state shall be recognized by each member state as authorizing an audiologist or speech-language pathologist to practice audiology or speech-language pathology, under a privilege to practice, in each member state. Contains other provisions relating to: state participation in the compact; compact privilege, including practicing telehealth; designation of home state by active military or their spouses; taking adverse actions against audiologists and speech-language pathologists; creation of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission, including rulemaking authority; database and reporting system; oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement; construction and severability; and the binding effect of compact and other laws. Provides that the Compact shall come into effect on the date on which the Compact is enacted into law in the 10th member state, commonwealth, district, or territory. Amends the Illinois Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Practice Act. Provides that, if the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact becomes law, the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shall revise its rules related to implementing and enforcing the Illinois Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Practice Act to be in conformance with the Compact, if necessary. Provides that the Department shall also make recommendations in a report to the General Assembly as to what portions of the Act and other laws should be modified, if at all, to be consistent with the Compact.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Jay Hoffman (D)*, Dan Swanson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: House Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3610 • Last Action 03/10/2023
ST OFFICIALS ETHICS-EXEMPTIONS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act to provide that all investigatory files and reports of the Office of an Executive Inspector General, other than specified monthly reports, are confidential and privileged, exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act, and can only be shared with certain entities like law enforcement, the Executive Ethics Commission, or the head of a state agency affected by or involved in the investigation. The bill also makes conforming changes and takes effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: Amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act. Provides that all investigatory files and reports of the Office of an Executive Inspector General, other than specified monthly reports, are confidential and privileged, are exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act, and shall not be divulged to any person or agency, except, among other exceptions, to the head of a State agency affected by or involved in the investigation. Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Fred Crespo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB2834 • Last Action 03/10/2023
COUNSELING COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Counseling Compact Act, which allows Illinois to join the Counseling Compact. The Compact facilitates interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to counseling services. It establishes provisions for obtaining a license in a new home state, practicing via telehealth, handling adverse actions, operating a Counseling Compact Commission, and other matters. The bill requires the Professional Counselor Licensing and Disciplinary Board to recommend any statutory or budgetary changes needed to comply with the Compact, and it requires the Board and the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to modify their rules as needed to comply with the Compact's requirements.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Counseling Compact Act. Provides that the State of Illinois enters into the Counseling Compact. Specifies that the Compact's purpose is to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. Sets out provisions concerning the privilege to practice, obtaining a new home state license, active duty military personnel, telehealth, adverse actions, Counseling Compact Commission, data systems, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement. Contains other provisions concerning the Commission, the Compact, and the procedures governing participating in and construction of the Compact. Amends the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act. Requires the Professional Counselor Licensing and Disciplinary Board to submit a report to the General Assembly with recommendations of any statutory changes and budgetary changes needed to comply with the requirements of the Counseling Compact. Requires the Board and Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to modify, if needed, Board and Department rules to comply with the requirements of the Counseling Compact. Provides that the changes to the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Lindsey LaPointe (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB1101 • Last Action 03/10/2023
CANNABIS-POSSESS NOT CRIMINAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes: 1. It provides for the automatic expungement of criminal records for arrests, charges, supervision orders, and probation orders related to possession of cannabis that occurred on or after January 1, 1970, regardless of whether the sentence has been served. It also requires the release of anyone imprisoned solely for cannabis possession offenses. 2. It repeals the provision in the Cannabis Control Act that prohibited possession of cannabis. 3. It makes conforming changes to other Acts to align with the decriminalization of cannabis possession. 4. It provides for the automatic expungement of minor cannabis offenses that occurred prior to June 25, 2019, and allows individuals and state's attorneys to petition the court to vacate and expunge certain misdemeanor and Class 4 felony cannabis convictions. 5. It allows for the expungement of certain felony prostitution convictions. In summary, this bill aims to decriminalize the possession of cannabis and provide for the expungement of past cannabis-related convictions and arrests, reflecting a shift in the state's approach to cannabis policy.
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Bill Summary: 20 ILCS 2630/5.2 410 ILCS 705/10-15 705 ILCS 405/5-125 720 ILCS 5/14-3 720 ILCS 550/7 from Ch. 56 1/2, par. 707 720 ILCS 550/9 from Ch. 56 1/2, par. 709 720 ILCS 550/10 from Ch. 56 1/2, par. 710 720 ILCS 550/16.2 720 ILCS 550/4 rep. 725 ILCS 5/115-23 Amends the Criminal Identification Act. Provides that the Illinois State Police and all law enforcement agencies within the State shall automatically expunge all criminal history records of an arrest, charge not initiated by arrest, order of supervision, or order of qualified probation for any person who, on or after January 1, 1970, has been convicted of, or is serving an order of supervision for, possession of cannabis whether or not the person has served or is serving his or her sentence for that violation on the effective date of the amendatory Act. Provides that the clerk of the circuit court shall, on the effective date of the amendatory Act, automatically expunge the court records of a person who, on or after January 1, 1970, has been convicted of, or is serving an order of supervision for, possession of cannabis whether or not the person has served or is serving his or her sentence for that violation on the effective date of the amendatory Act. Provides that a person imprisoned solely as a result of one or more convictions for possession of cannabis shall be released from incarceration on the effective date of the amendatory Act. Amends the Cannabis Control Act. Repeals the provision prohibiting the possession of cannabis. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Mary Flowers (D)*, Carol Ammons (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/11/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB1433 • Last Action 03/10/2023
CRIM CD-EAVESDROP EXEMPTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill eliminates the sunset provision of an existing exemption that allows law enforcement officers or individuals acting at their direction to record or listen to conversations with the prior approval of the State's Attorney. The exemption applies to investigations of certain qualified offenses, such as felony drug crimes, violent felonies, and sex trafficking. The bill also clarifies the process for obtaining State's Attorney approval and the limitations on the use of any recordings obtained under this exemption.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Eliminates the sunset of the exemption from an eavesdropping violation that provides with prior request to and written or verbal approval of the State's Attorney of the county in which the conversation is anticipated to occur, recording or listening with the aid of an eavesdropping device to a conversation in which a law enforcement officer, or any person acting at the direction of a law enforcement officer, is a party to the conversation and has consented to the conversation being intercepted or recorded in the course of an investigation of a qualified offense as specified in the statute. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Patrick Windhorst (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB2265 • Last Action 03/10/2023
OPEN MEETINGS-NOTICE VIOLATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Open Meetings Act to provide that a civil action for a violation of the Act's notice requirements can be brought within 60 days after the discovery of the failure to comply with the notice provisions. The bill also clarifies the timeline for when such civil actions must be brought, including within 60 days of the meeting alleged to be in violation, within 60 days of the discovery of the violation by the State's Attorney, or within 60 days of the decision by the Attorney General on a request for review. Additionally, the bill exempts records obtained by the State's Attorney for purposes of reviewing compliance with the Act from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that a civil action for violation of the Act may be brought within 60 days after the discovery of failure to comply with specified notice requirements.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ryan Spain (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB1437 • Last Action 03/10/2023
PHYSICAL THERAPY COMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Physical Therapy Act to ratify and approve the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. The Compact aims to facilitate interstate practice of physical therapy and improve public access to physical therapy services by allowing for mutual recognition of licenses across member states. The Compact establishes definitions, participation requirements for states, provisions for the compact privilege to practice in remote states, processes for adverse actions and discipline, and creates the Physical Therapy Compact Commission to administer the agreement. The bill also outlines the Commission's powers, duties, data system, rulemaking procedures, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Physical Therapy Act. Provides that the State of Illinois ratifies and approves the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. Provides that the purpose of the Compact is to facilitate interstate practice of physical therapy with the goal of improving public access to physical therapy services, and states that the Compact preserves the regulatory authority of states to protect public health and safety through the current system of state licensure. In the Compact, contains provisions concerning definitions, state participation in the Compact, active duty military personnel and their spouses, adverse actions, establishment of the Physical Therapy Compact Commission, a data system, rulemaking, oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement, date of implementation, withdrawal, construction, and severability.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Larry Walsh (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: House Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB2922 • Last Action 03/10/2023
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes corresponding changes to various other Acts and Codes to remove references to the Firearm Owners Identification Card and align provisions with the repeal of that Act. Key provisions include: - Repealing the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act entirely, eliminating the requirement for a Firearm Owner's Identification Card to possess firearms. - Providing a new process for persons prohibited from possessing firearms under state or federal law to petition the Director of the Illinois State Police or a court for relief from the prohibition, with certain exceptions. - Requiring the Illinois State Police to act as the Illinois Point of Contact for the National Instant Criminal Background Check System and enter mental health and other prohibited person records into the federal system. - Eliminating references to the Firearm Owner's Identification Card in various laws and replacing them with references to a person being eligible or prohibited under state and federal law to possess a firearm. - Repealing provisions related to the registration and reporting requirements for Firearm Owner's Identification Cards. The bill aims to simplify firearm possession laws in Illinois by relying more directly on federal prohibitions rather than the state-specific Firearm Owners Identification Card system.
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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: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dennis Tipsword (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3815 • Last Action 03/10/2023
LAW ENFORCEMENT-BODY CAMERAS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act, Freedom of Information Act, and related laws. Key provisions include: - Defining when a law enforcement officer is considered "in uniform" for purposes of the body camera law. - Adding a definition for "no expectation of privacy" to the body camera law. - Changing when body camera recordings can be destroyed and when they must be retained. - Modifying the circumstances under which body camera recordings can be used to discipline officers. - Limiting the disclosure of body camera recordings under the Freedom of Information Act to only those recordings where the subject had a reasonable expectation of privacy and certain other conditions are met. - Removing certain reporting requirements for law enforcement agencies receiving grants for in-car video cameras or officer-worn body cameras. - Making conforming changes to the Criminal Code of 2012 and Freedom of Information Act.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 140/7.5 50 ILCS 706/10-10 50 ILCS 706/10-20 50 ILCS 707/15 50 ILCS 707/20 720 ILCS 5/14-3 Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that a law enforcement officer is "in uniform" only when primarily assigned to respond to law enforcement-related encounters or activities. Adds a definition for "no expectation of privacy". Provides that, on and after January 1, 2026, an officer no longer needs to provide notice of recording to a person that has a reasonable expectation of privacy. In provisions relating to exceptions to destruction of camera recordings if a recording has been flagged, provides that an encounter is deemed to be flagged when a formal investigation or informal inquiry has commenced (rather than a formal or informal complaint has been filed). Modifies when recordings may be used to discipline law enforcement officers. Provides that recordings are only subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act when a recording is flagged due to the filing of a complaint, discharge of a firearm, use of force, arrest or detention, or resulting death or bodily harm and the subject of the encounter has a reasonable expectation of privacy at the time of the recording (removing other exceptions). Provides that only the subject of the recording or the subject's legal representative may obtain the portion of the recording containing the subject if they provide written authorization to release the video. Makes other changes. Amends the Law Enforcement Camera Grant Act. Removes a requirement to include criminal and other violations and civil proceedings in which the cameras were used in reports that must be provided by a law enforcement agency receiving a grant for in-car video cameras or for officer-worn body cameras. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012 and Freedom of Information Act making conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Fred Crespo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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MN bill #SF2742 • Last Action 03/08/2023
Teacher strike provisions modifications
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the teacher strike provisions in Minnesota. It amends the existing law to specify that teachers can only strike if the collective bargaining agreement has expired, mediation has occurred for at least 30 days, and the employer has not offered an agreement that increases future district costs for salaries and benefits by at least the maximum increase available. The bill also adds a new subdivision that requires school districts to determine the maximum increase in costs for salaries and benefits based on changes in the state's gross domestic product and population growth, and to provide notice to the public if the final agreement exceeds this maximum. The provisions in this bill would be effective for collective bargaining agreements starting July 1, 2023 and thereafter.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to labor; modifying teacher strike provisions; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 179A.18, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Glenn Gruenhagen (R)*, Steve Green (R), Eric Lucero (R), Steve Drazkowski (R), Cal Bahr (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/07/2023
• Last Action: Referred to State and Local Government and Veterans
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IA bill #SF458 • Last Action 03/07/2023
A bill for an act concerning employment matters involving public employees including collective bargaining, educator employment matters, personnel records and settlement agreements, city civil service requirements, and health insurance matters, and including effective date, applicability, and transition provisions.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: This bill relates to employment matters involving public employees including collective bargaining, educator employment matters, personnel records and settlement agreements, city civil service requirements, and health insurance matters. The bill generally strikes statutory changes made by 2017 Iowa Acts, House File 291, and restores statutory language in effect prior to the enactment of 2017 Iowa Acts, House File 291. The bill makes changes to the scope of negotiations, arbitration procedures, public employee elections, employee organization dues, and other provisions related to public employee collective bargaining. The bill also makes various changes relating to educator employment matters, including termination of teacher employment contracts, teacher probationary periods, extracurricular interscholastic athletic coach contracts, and school administrator employment matters. The bill strikes a requirement that public employers offer health insurance to all permanent, full-time public employees.
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to employment matters involving public employees including collective bargaining, educator employment matters, personnel records and settlement agreements, city civil service requirements, and health insurance matters. The bill generally strikes statutory changes made by 2017 Iowa Acts, House File 291, and restores statutory language in effect prior to the enactment of 2017 Iowa Acts, House File 291. DIVISION I —— PUBLIC EMPLOYEE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING. This division makes a variety of changes to Code chapter 20, the public employment relations Act, as well as other Code provisions relating to collective bargaining by public employees. ELIMINATION OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND TRANSIT EMPLOYEE CATEGORIES. The division eliminates public safety employees and transit employees as separate categories of employees for the purposes of public employee collective bargaining, making affected provisions of Code chapter 20 applicable to all public employees governed by Code chapter 20. SCOPE OF NEGOTIATIONS. The division makes changes to subjects which are negotiated through collective bargaining between public employers and public employees under Code section 20.9. The division provides that the scope of negotiations for all public employees shall consist of wages, hours, vacations, insurance, holidays, leaves of absence, shift differentials, overtime compensation, supplemental pay, seniority, transfer procedures, job classifications, health and safety matters, evaluation procedures, procedures for staff reduction, in-service training, dues checkoff, grievance procedures for resolving any questions arising under the agreement, and other matters mutually agreed upon. The division provides that retirement systems shall be excluded from the scope of negotiations. The division strikes language providing that mandatory subjects of negotiation under Code section 20.9 shall be interpreted narrowly and restrictively. The division strikes language limiting the term of a collective bargaining agreement entered into pursuant to Code chapter 20 to a maximum of five years. ARBITRATION PROCEDURES. The division makes changes to the procedures for arbitration of impasses in collective bargaining between public employers and public employees under Code section 20.22. The division modifies the factors that an arbitrator is required to consider in addition to any other relevant factors in making a final determination on an impasse item. The division requires an arbitrator to consider past collective bargaining contracts between the parties including the bargaining that led up to such contracts; comparison of wages, hours, and conditions of employment of the involved public employees with those of other public employees doing comparable work, giving consideration to factors peculiar to the area and the classifications involved; the interests and welfare of the public, the ability of the public employer to finance economic adjustments, and the effect of such adjustments on the normal standard of services; and the power of the public employer to levy taxes and appropriate funds for the conduct of its operations. The division strikes language permitting the parties to agree to change the four-day deadline to serve final offers on impasse items after a request for arbitration is received. The division strikes language prohibiting the parties to an arbitration from introducing, and the arbitrator from accepting or considering, any direct or indirect evidence regarding any subject excluded from negotiations pursuant to Code section 20.9. The division strikes language providing for a maximum increase in base wages in an arbitrator’s award. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE ELECTIONS. The division makes changes to public employee elections conducted pursuant to Code section 20.15. The division strikes language providing for retention and recertification elections and requires the public employment relations board (PERB) to cancel any such elections scheduled or in process. The division requires the PERB to consider a petition for certification of an employee organization as the exclusive representative of a bargaining unit for which an employee organization was not retained and recertified as the exclusive representative of that bargaining unit regardless of the amount of time that has elapsed since the retention and recertification election, notwithstanding prior requirements prohibiting such consideration for two years. The division provides that the outcome of a certification or decertification election is determined by a majority vote of the members of the bargaining unit voting, rather than the total membership of the bargaining unit. The division provides for a runoff election if none of the choices on the ballot in a certification election receives a majority vote of the members of the bargaining unit voting. The division lowers the required percentage of support from employees in a bargaining unit required for an employee organization that did not submit a petition for certification as the exclusive bargaining representative of a bargaining unit to be listed on the ballot for a certification election from 30 percent to 10 percent. The division strikes language prohibiting the PERB from considering a petition for certification as the exclusive bargaining representative of a bargaining unit unless a period of two years has elapsed from the date of the last certification election in which an employee organization was not certified as the exclusive representative of that bargaining unit or of the last decertification election in which an employee organization was decertified as the exclusive representative of that bargaining unit. The division prohibits the PERB from considering a petition for certification as the exclusive bargaining representative of a bargaining unit for one year after the employee organization is not certified in a certification election. The division makes additional changes relating to the scheduling of decertification elections. EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION DUES. The division strikes a prohibition on public entities authorizing or administering a deduction from the salaries or wages of its employees for membership dues to an employee organization. The division provides procedures for administering such dues deductions. PERB DUTIES. The division provides that the PERB may interpret and apply, as well as administer, Code chapter 20. The division strikes language permitting the PERB to appoint a certified shorthand reporter to report state employee grievance and discipline resolution proceedings, to contract with a vendor to conduct elections, to establish fees to cover the cost of elections, and to retain certain funds collected by the PERB as repayment receipts. STATEWIDE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS FOLLOWING A GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION YEAR. The division strikes language providing for modified collective bargaining procedures for a proposed, statewide collective bargaining agreement to become effective in the year following a general election in which the governor and certain other elected officials are elected. CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS. The division strikes language providing that certain information relating to elections conducted by the PERB is a confidential record under Code chapter 22, the state open records law. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING. The division strikes a definition of “supplemental pay”. The division strikes language providing that a public employer has the right to evaluate public employees in positions within the public agency. The division strikes language providing that a public employee has the right under Code section 20.8 to exercise any right or seek any remedy provided by law, including but not limited to Code sections 70A.28 and 70A.29, Code chapter 8A, subchapter IV, and Code chapters 216 and 400. The division transfers language in Code section 20.10 prohibiting a public employee or any employee organization from negotiating or attempting to negotiate directly with a member of the governing board of a public employer if the public employer has appointed or authorized a bargaining representative for the purpose of bargaining with the public employees or their representative to Code section 20.17. The division decreases the amount of time before an employee organization decertified as the exclusive representative of a bargaining unit for violating an injunction against an unlawful strike can be certified again from 24 months to 12 months. The division strikes language prohibiting voluntary contributions by individuals to political parties or candidates through payroll deductions. The division strikes a requirement that a copy of a final collective bargaining agreement be filed with the PERB by the public employer within 10 days of the agreement being entered into. The division strikes a requirement that the PERB maintain an internet site that allows searchable access to a database of collective bargaining agreements and other collective bargaining information. The division changes the period before retirement for a prohibited voluntary reduction to a nonsupervisory rank or grade by a supervisor and related ineligibility for benefits from 36 months to 6 months. The division strikes language providing that a mediator shall not be required to testify in any arbitration proceeding regarding any matters occurring in the course of a mediation. The division requires a council, board of waterworks, or other board or commission which establishes a pension and annuity retirement system pursuant to Code chapter 412 to negotiate in good faith with a certified employee organization which is the collective bargaining representative of the employees, with respect to the amount or rate of the assessment on the wages and salaries of employees and the method or methods for payment of the assessment by the employees. The division makes additional conforming changes. TRANSITION PROVISIONS —— DEADLINE. The division requires parties, mediators, and arbitrators engaging in any collective bargaining procedures provided for in Code chapter 20, Code 2023, who have not, before the effective date of the division, completed such procedures, to immediately terminate any such procedures in process as of the effective date of the division. The division provides that a collective bargaining agreement negotiated pursuant to such procedures in process shall not become effective. The division prohibits parties, mediators, and arbitrators from engaging in further collective bargaining procedures except as provided in the division. The division requires such parties to commence collective bargaining in accordance with Code section 20.17, as amended by the division. The division requires such parties to complete such bargaining not later than June 30, 2023, unless the parties mutually agree to a different deadline. The division requires the PERB to adopt emergency rules to implement these requirements. The division also requires the department of administrative services to adopt emergency rules to implement the provisions of the division relating to dues deductions. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPLICABILITY PROVISIONS. The division takes effect upon enactment. With the exception of the section of the division amending Code section 20.6, subsection 1, the division does not apply to collective bargaining agreements which have been ratified in a ratification election, for which an arbitrator has made a final determination, or which have become effective, where such events occurred before the effective date of the division. The division applies to all collective bargaining procedures provided for in Code chapter 20 occurring on and after the effective date of the division and collective bargaining agreements for which a ratification election is held, for which an arbitrator makes a final determination, or which become effective on or after the effective date of the division. DIVISION II —— EDUCATOR EMPLOYMENT MATTERS. This division makes a variety of changes relating to educator employment matters. TERMINATION OF TEACHER EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS. The division makes various changes relating to the termination of teacher employment contracts. The division shortens various procedural deadlines regarding private hearings held after a superintendent recommends termination of a teacher’s employment contract. The division makes participation in such a private hearing by the superintendent, the superintendent’s designated representatives, the teacher’s immediate supervisor, the teacher, and the teacher’s representatives mandatory on the part of those individuals instead of discretionary. The division requires that the school board employ a certified shorthand reporter to keep a record of a private hearing. The division requires the school board to issue subpoenas for witnesses and evidence on behalf of the board and the teacher. The division provides for a judicial remedy if a witness appears and refuses to testify or to produce required books or papers at a private hearing. The division authorizes the superintendent and the teacher to file written briefs and arguments with the board at the conclusion of the private hearing. The division provides deadlines for determining the status of the teacher’s contract if the teacher does not request a private hearing. The division requires that the decision of the board include findings of fact and conclusions of law. The division strikes language authorizing a school board which votes to continue a teacher’s contract to issue the teacher a one-year, nonrenewable contract. The division permits a teacher to appeal the board’s determination to an adjudicator and provides procedures for such appeals. TEACHER PROBATIONARY PERIODS. The division makes various changes relating to probationary employment of teachers. The division decreases from two years to one year the length of a teacher’s probationary employment period in a school district if the teacher has successfully completed a probationary period of employment for another school district located in Iowa. The division provides that requirements for notices of termination, private hearings, and appeals applicable to nonprobationary teachers whose employment contracts are terminated are applicable to probationary teachers whose employment contracts are terminated. The division strikes alternative procedures for the termination of employment contracts of such probationary teachers, including notification procedures and the opportunity to request a private conference with the school board. EXTRACURRICULAR INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC COACH CONTRACTS. The division makes various changes relating to extracurricular interscholastic athletic coach employment contracts. The division provides that wages for such coaches shall be paid pursuant to established or negotiated supplemental pay schedules. The division provides that employment contracts of such coaches shall be continued automatically in force and effect for equivalent periods and that the termination of such contracts follows procedures similar to those used for teacher contracts. The division strikes language providing that employment contracts of such coaches may be terminated prior to their expiration for any lawful reason following an informal, private hearing before the school board. The division strikes language providing that the decision of the school board to terminate such a contract is final. SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR EMPLOYMENT MATTERS. The division makes various changes relating to school administrator employment matters. The division provides that the rate of compensation in an administrator’s employment contract must be on a weekly or monthly basis. The division strikes language authorizing a school board to issue a temporary employment contract to an administrator for a period of up to nine months. The division strikes language authorizing a school board to issue a one-year, nonrenewable employment contract and instead authorizes a school board considering the termination of an administrator’s contract and the administrator to mutually agree to enter into such a contract. The division decreases the probationary employment period for administrators from three years to two years and authorizes a school board to waive the probationary period for an administrator who previously served a probationary period in another school district. The division strikes language providing that a hearing before an administrative law judge requested by an administrator whose employment contract a school board is considering terminating shall be a private hearing. The division reduces certain procedural deadlines relating to such hearings. The division strikes language providing that any witnesses for the parties at the hearing shall be sequestered. The division requires that the decision of the board include findings of fact and conclusions of law. The division strikes language authorizing a school board which votes to continue an administrator’s contract to issue the administrator a one-year, nonrenewable contract. INTENSIVE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS. The division makes various changes relating to intensive assistance programs. The division strikes language providing that a teacher who has previously participated in an intensive assistance program relating to particular Iowa teaching standards or criteria shall not be entitled to participate in another intensive assistance program relating to the same standards or criteria. The division strikes language providing that following a teacher’s participation in an intensive assistance program, the teacher shall be reevaluated to determine whether the teacher successfully completed the intensive assistance program and is meeting district expectations under the applicable Iowa teaching standards or criteria. The division strikes language providing that if the teacher did not successfully complete the intensive assistance program or continues not to meet the applicable Iowa teaching standards or criteria, the board may initiate procedures to terminate the teacher’s employment contract immediately or at the end of the school year or may continue the teacher’s contract for a period not to exceed one year on a nonrenewable basis and without the right to a private hearing. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS RELATING TO EDUCATOR EMPLOYMENT MATTERS. The division strikes language authorizing a school board to issue a temporary employment contract to a teacher for a period of up to six months. The division strikes language providing that just cause for which a teacher may be discharged at any time during the contract year under Code section 279.27 includes but is not limited to a violation of the code of professional conduct and ethics of the board of educational examiners if the board has taken disciplinary action against a teacher during the six months following issuance by the board of a final written decision and finding of fact after a disciplinary proceeding. The division either authorizes or requires a school board and its certified bargaining representative to negotiate various matters pursuant to Code chapter 20. The division makes additional conforming changes. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPLICABILITY PROVISIONS. The division takes effect upon enactment. The division applies to employment contracts of school employees entered into pursuant to Code chapter 279 on and after the effective date of the division. The division does not apply to collective bargaining agreements pursuant to Code chapter 20 which have been ratified in a ratification election, for which an arbitrator has made a final determination, or which have become effective, where such events occurred before the effective date of the division. The division applies to all collective bargaining procedures provided for in Code chapter 20 occurring on and after the effective date of the division and collective bargaining agreements pursuant to Code chapter 20 for which a ratification election is held, for which an arbitrator makes a final determination, or which become effective on or after the effective date of the division. DIVISION III —— PERSONNEL RECORDS AND SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS. This division makes changes relating to public employee personnel records and settlement agreements. PERSONNEL RECORDS. The division strikes language providing that certain information relating to the discipline, resignation, discharge, or demotion of a public employee is a public record and requiring notice to affected employees. PERSONNEL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS. The division also strikes language prohibiting a personnel settlement agreement between the state and a state executive branch employee that contains confidentiality or nondisclosure provisions that attempt to prevent the disclosure of the agreement. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPLICABILITY PROVISIONS. The division takes effect upon enactment. The division applies to requests for records submitted on or after the effective date of the division. DIVISION IV —— CITY CIVIL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS. This division makes a variety of changes relating to city civil service requirements under Code chapter 400. SENIORITY RIGHTS. The division strikes language permitting a city council to extinguish statutory seniority rights of all city civil service employees who are not employed or appointed as a fire fighter or police officer, fire chief or police chief, or assistant fire chief or assistant police chief, unless otherwise provided in a collective bargaining agreement. The division reestablishes any such rights so extinguished, including accrual of seniority during the period of extinguishment. ADVERSE EMPLOYMENT ACTIONS —— GROUNDS AND PROCEDURES. The division provides that adverse employment action may be taken against a city civil service employee for neglect of duty, disobedience, misconduct, or failure to properly perform the person’s duties. The division strikes language permitting such action to be taken due to any act or failure to act by the employee that is in contravention of law, city policies, or standard operating procedures, or that in the judgment of the person having the appointing power as provided in this Code chapter, or the chief of police or chief of the fire department, is sufficient to show that the employee is unsuitable or unfit for employment. The division strikes language providing that the scope of review for an appeal to district court from a civil service commission shall be limited to de novo appellate review without a trial or additional evidence, instead providing that the appeal shall be a trial de novo as an equitable action. DIMINUTION OF EMPLOYEES. The division provides that a diminution of city employees by a city council can only be implemented when the public interest requires. The division permits a diminution to be carried out either by abolishing an office and removing the employee from the employee’s classification or grade thereunder, or reducing the number of employees in any classification or grade by suspending the necessary number. The division provides for such removal to be carried out based on seniority and requires that employees so removed be placed on a preferred list for at least three years for purposes of appointments or promotions made during that period to the person’s former duties. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS. The division makes changes in terminology relating to adverse employment actions for city civil service employees. The division makes additional conforming changes. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPLICABILITY PROVISIONS. The division takes effect upon enactment. The division applies to employment actions taken on or after the effective date of the division. DIVISION V —— HEALTH INSURANCE MATTERS. This division strikes a requirement that a public employer shall offer health insurance to all permanent, full-time public employees employed by the public employer. EFFECTIVE DATE. The division takes effect upon enactment.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Todd Taylor (D)*, Bill Dotzler (D)*, Liz Bennett (D)*, Eric Giddens (D)*, Izaah Knox (D)*, Sarah Trone Garriott (D)*, Claire Celsi (D)*, Janice Weiner (D)*, Zach Wahls (D)*, Herman Quirmbach (D)*, Nate Boulton (D)*, Janet Petersen (D)*, Cindy Winckler (D)*, Molly Donahue (D)*, Tony Bisignano (D)*, Pam Jochum (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/28/2023
• Last Action: Subcommittee: Driscoll, Kraayenbrink, and T. Taylor. S.J. 540.
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MN bill #HF1159 • Last Action 03/06/2023
Formulary Committee membership modified, procedure modified for making changes to preferred drug list, and related changes made.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the membership and procedures of the Formulary Committee, which is responsible for maintaining the preferred drug list for the state's Medicaid program. The bill increases the number of committee members, adds requirements for specific types of medical specialists and consumer representatives, and extends the committee's expiration date. It also requires the commissioner to maintain an archive of previous versions of the preferred drug list and to conduct public hearings before deleting or modifying the inclusion of a drug on the list, considering the impact on public health and health disparities. Additionally, the bill mandates public disclosure of the committee's contract with a vendor for the preferred drug list and supplemental rebate program.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying the membership of the Formulary Committee; modifying the procedure for making changes to the preferred drug list; making related changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 256B.0625, subdivisions 13c, 13g.
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• Introduced: 02/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 12 : Peter Fischer (D)*, Anne Neu Brindley (R), Steve Elkins (D), Kristin Bahner (D), Patty Acomb (D), Brion Curran (D), Liz Olson (D), Robert Bierman (D), Kim Hicks (D), Andrew Myers (R), Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D), Kelly Moller (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/01/2023
• Last Action: Author added Moller
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VT bill #H0283 • Last Action 03/03/2023
An act relating to initiatives to prevent death by suicide
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key initiatives to prevent death by suicide in Vermont. It establishes the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Special Fund to maintain the statewide 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and related services, as well as the 988 Crisis Response Commission to oversee the lifeline and manage the special fund. The bill also creates a Suicide Fatality Review Team to examine suicide cases, identify risk factors, and recommend strategies for intervention. Additionally, it requires crisis phone numbers to be printed on student ID cards, mandates suicide prevention training for school staff, raises the universal service charge to fund the 988 Lifeline, calls for a report on integrating the 988 Lifeline with the 911 system, and appropriates funds for a statewide peer respite system and other suicide prevention initiatives.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to (1) establish the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Special Fund; (2) establish the 988 Crisis Response Commission; (3) establish a Suicide Fatality Review Team; (4) require crisis telephone numbers to be printed on student identification cards; (5) require faculty and staff members to receive suicide and awareness training; (6) raise the universal service charge by four-tenths of one percent and earmark that revenue for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline; (7) require a report on reciprocal call diversion; and (8) appropriate funds for a statewide peer respite system and other suicide prevention activities.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Alyssa Black (D)*, Daisy Berbeco (D), Brian Cina (D), Mari Cordes (D), Penny Demar (R), Bobby Farlice-Rubio (D), Rey Garofano (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Lori Houghton (D), Topper McFaun (R), Art Peterson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: House Committee on Health Care Hearing (00:00:00 3/3/2023 )
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PA bill #HR1 • Last Action 03/01/2023
Adopting permanent rules for the House of Representatives.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: Adopting permanent rules for the House of Representatives.
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• Introduced: 03/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Mark Rozzi (D)*, Tim Briggs (D), Morgan Cephas (D), Pete Schweyer (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/01/2023
• Last Action: Adopted (102-100)
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VT bill #H0258 • Last Action 03/01/2023
An act relating to the provision of State-funded education in districts that do not maintain an elementary or high school
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key changes: 1) It requires school districts that do not maintain an elementary or high school to designate up to three eligible schools to serve as the public school(s) of the district. Eligible schools can include public schools in Vermont or another state, or certain recognized independent schools in Vermont. 2) It repeals the definition of "approved independent school" and the approval process, while maintaining the "recognized independent school" enrollment process. 3) It creates a definition of "therapeutic schools" and makes amendments to special education independent school tuition provisions. 4) It makes conforming changes throughout Title 16 of Vermont statutes regarding the school designation process and the repeal of the approved independent school definition and approval process.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to 1) require a school district that does not maintain an elementary school or high school to designate eligible schools to serve as the public school of the district; 2) H.258 repeals the definition of approved independent school and the approved independent school approval process, while maintaining the recognized independent school enrollment process; 3) creates a definition of therapeutic schools and makes amendments to special education independent school tuition provisions; 4) makes conforming changes throughout Title 16 regarding the school designation process; and 5) makes conforming changes throughout the Vermont Statutes Annotated based on the repeal of the approved independent school definition and approval process.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 37 : Edye Graning (D)*, Angela Arsenault (D), Daisy Berbeco (D), Matt Birong (D), Elizabeth Burrows (D), Conor Casey (D), Ela Chapin (D), Kevin Christie (D), Mari Cordes (D), Leonora Dodge (D), Kari Dolan (D), Rey Garofano (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Troy Headrick (D), Rebecca Holcombe (D), Bob Hooper (D), Stephanie Jerome (D), Kate Lalley (D), Saudia Lamont (D), Jed Lipsky (I), Kate Logan (D), Kate McCann (D), Jubilee McGill (D), Marc Mihaly (D), Emma Mulvaney-Stanak (D), Carol Ode (D), Barbara Rachelson (D), Jarrod Sammis (LIB), Laura Sibilia (I), Taylor Small (D), Trevor Squirrell (D), Heather Surprenant (D), Dave Templeman (D), Tristan Toleno (D), Dara Torre (D), Chea Waters Evans (D), Kirk White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/14/2023
• Last Action: House Committee on Education Hearing (00:00:00 3/1/2023 )
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IL bill #HB3994 • Last Action 02/28/2023
OPEN MEETINGS-REMOTE MEETINGS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to remove the requirement for a disaster declaration related to public health concerns in order to conduct public meetings by audio or video conference without the physical presence of a quorum. Instead, the presiding officer must explain why conducting the meeting remotely is in the best interest of the public body. The bill also removes the requirement for roll call voting during remote meetings and other related changes to streamline the process for public bodies to hold remote meetings.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Removes the condition that a disaster declaration related to public health concerns needs to be in effect to conduct meetings by audio or video conference without the physical presence of a quorum. Provides that the presiding officer shall give a reason why conducting an audio or video conference is in the best interest of the public body (instead of the nature of the emergency) at the beginning of the meeting. Makes conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark Walker (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/24/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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OK bill #HB2160 • Last Action 02/28/2023
Oklahoma State University Medical Authority; members; qualifications; powers and duties; Oklahoma State University Medical Trust; increasing certain asset limit; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Oklahoma State University Medical Authority and Oklahoma State University Medical Trust. Key provisions include: - Expanding the number of members on the Authority from 7 to 8, with new members appointed by the Oklahoma State Senate President Pro Tempore, Oklahoma House Speaker, and the Board of Regents for Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges. - Authorizing the Authority and Trust to hold virtual meetings under certain conditions. - Modifying the powers and duties of the Authority, including allowing it to provide funding to other entities for public health, teaching, and research purposes. - Specifying that Authority revenue bonds can be payable from the Authority's revenues or appropriated funds from the Legislature. - Increasing the asset limit for the Oklahoma State University Medical Trust from $250,000 to $500,000 for certain determinations. - Exempting the Authority and Trust from the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974 for the construction of clinical facilities. - Repealing two existing sections of law related to the Authority. - Providing an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma State University Medical Authority; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3275, which relates to members; modifying qualifications; adding members; removing obsolete language; authorizing virtual meetings under certain conditions; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3276, which relates to powers and duties of the Authority; modifying and adding powers and duties; removing certain prohibition; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3283, which relates to revenue bonds; specifying allowed payment sources for bonds; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3290, which relates to the Oklahoma State University Medical Trust; increasing certain asset limit for purpose of certain determination; authorizing virtual meetings under certain conditions; repealing 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 3287 and 3291, which relate to the Oklahoma State University Medical Authority; exempting the Authority from the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974; defining term; repealing 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 3287 and 3291; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Cindy Roe (R)*, John Haste (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/28/2023
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Higher Education and Career Tech Committee
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VT bill #H0101 • Last Action 02/24/2023
An act relating to transportation initiatives to reduce carbon emissions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several initiatives to reduce carbon emissions from Vermont's transportation sector: 1. It requires the Agency of Transportation to present a plan on how to fund state efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase access to higher-efficiency, lower-cost transportation options. 2. It creates a Legislative Regional Transportation Climate Initiative Working Group to study regional climate initiatives like the Transportation and Climate Initiative Program. 3. It implements a self-funded feebate program based on vehicle efficiency, with fees for low-efficiency vehicles and rebates for high-efficiency vehicles. 4. It requires the Agency to assess motor vehicle fuel use to identify effective actions to transition operators to plug-in electric vehicles. 5. It appropriates funding for transportation innovation grants, bicycle and pedestrian programs, and electric bike incentives. 6. It requires recommendations on a dedicated funding source for the local match required of public transit providers. 7. It makes modifications to existing vehicle incentive programs. 8. It updates the state's transportation planning policy to prioritize greenhouse gas emissions reduction and infrastructure resilience. 9. It strengthens the state's complete streets policy and requires training for municipalities. 10. It requires updates to the Vermont State Standards. 11. It directs the Agency to work with Amtrak on service improvements. 12. It appropriates funding to maintain zero-fare service on urban public transit routes.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to: (1) require the Agency of Transportation to present a written plan with recommendations on how to fund State efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase access to higher-efficiency, lower-cost transportation options; (2) create the Legislative Regional Transportation Climate Initiative Working Group to study regional climate initiatives such as the Transportation and Climate Initiative Program; (3) implement a self-funded feebate program based on pleasure car efficiency; H.101 (4) require the Agency of Transportation to assess motor vehicle fuel use in Vermont in order to identify the most effective actions to transition operators to plug-in electric vehicles; (5) appropriate money for the Mobility and Transportation Innovation Grant Program, Bicycle and Pedestrian Program, and eBike Incentive Program; (6) require the Agency of Transportation to provide a written recommendation on a dedicated funding source for the local match required of public transit providers in Vermont; (7) make modifications to the Incentive Program for New PEVs and Replace Your Ride Program and the annual reporting requirements for the State’s motor vehicle incentive programs; (8) amend the State’s transportation planning policy related to greenhouse gas emissions and infrastructure resilience; (9) update the State’s complete streets policy and require the Agency of Transportation to provide municipalities with training on complete streets; (10) require the Agency of Transportation to update the Vermont State Standards; (11) require the Agency of Transportation to work with Amtrak, and other entities, on certain modifications to Amtrak service in Vermont; and (12) appropriate money to maintain zero-fare service on all urban public transit routes. H.101
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 46 : Mollie Burke (D)*, Gabrielle Stebbins (D), Peter Anthony (D), John Bartholomew (D), Tiff Bluemle (D), Jana Brown (D), Scott Campbell (D), Jim Carroll (D), Conor Casey (D), Kevin Christie (D), Brian Cina (D), Sara Coffey (D), Esme Cole (D), Mari Cordes (D), Carl Demrow (D), Leonora Dodge (D), Karen Dolan (D), Caleb Elder (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Troy Headrick (D), Lori Houghton (D), Kathleen James (D), Stephanie Jerome (D), Emilie Kornheiser (D), Emilie Krasnow (D), Kate Lalley (D), Martin LaLonde (D), Kate Logan (D), Emily Long (D), Jim Masland (D), Mike McCarthy (D), Mike Mrowicki (D), Emma Mulvaney-Stanak (D), Logan Nicoll (D), William Notte (D), Carol Ode (D), Avram Patt (D), Phil Pouech (D), Monique Priestley (D), Barbara Rachelson (D), Mike Rice (D), Amy Sheldon (D), Katherine Sims (D), Mary-Katherine Stone (D), Tristan Toleno (D), Dara Torre (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: House Committee on Transportation Hearing (00:00:00 2/24/2023 )
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IL bill #HB1380 • Last Action 02/23/2023
WRONGFUL PROSECUTION COMM'N
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Wrongful Prosecution Commission Act in Illinois. The Wrongful Prosecution Commission is established as an independent commission under the Illinois Human Rights Commission for administrative purposes. The Commission will investigate claims of wrongful prosecution made by living individuals convicted of crimes in counties with over 3 million inhabitants, where there is credible evidence of the use of false evidence to obtain the conviction. The Commission can request judicial review if it finds sufficient evidence of wrongful prosecution, and the court may then take appropriate action regarding the judgment or sentence. The Act applies to claims filed within 5 years of its effective date and is repealed 10 years after that date.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Wrongful Prosecution Commission Act. Creates the Wrongful Prosecution Commission as an independent commission under the Illinois Human Rights Commission for administrative purposes. Defines "claim of wrongful prosecution" as a claim by or on behalf of a living person convicted of a crime in a county of more than 3,000,000 inhabitants asserting that the person was falsely incriminated for the crime and there is credible evidence related to allegations of the use of false evidence to obtain the conviction. Defines other terms. Provides that the Commission shall conduct inquiries into claims of wrongful prosecution. Provides that if the Commission concludes there is sufficient evidence of wrongful prosecution to merit judicial review, the Chair of the Commission shall request that the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County assign the case to a trial judge for consideration. Provides that the Act applies to claims of wrongful prosecution filed not later than 5 years after the effective date of the Act. Repeals the Act 10 years after the effective date. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Kam Buckner (D)*, Carol Ammons (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/24/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol Ammons
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IL bill #HB1357 • Last Action 02/23/2023
SCH CD-STUDENT ARREST DATA
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires school boards and charter schools to collect data on student referrals to law enforcement and school-related arrests, including the reasons for such referrals and arrests. The State Board of Education must then prepare an annual report on this data and identify the top 20% of schools with the highest number of referrals and arrests, requiring those schools to submit a plan to reduce these occurrences. The bill takes effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: 105 ILCS 5/2-3.162a new 105 ILCS 5/10-27.1C new 105 ILCS 5/27A-5 105 ILCS 5/34-8.07 new Amends the School Code. Each school year, beginning with the 2023-2024 school year, requires a school board and charter school to collect data on student referrals to law enforcement and school-related arrests of students and on the reason for referring students to law enforcement and school-related arrests of students and submit that data annually to the State Board of Education. Requires the State Board to prepare a report (to be posted on the State Board's website) on student referrals to law enforcement and school-related arrests of students in all school districts and charter schools in this State for each school year, beginning with the 2023-2024 school year. Sets forth what the report must include. Provides that, before July 1 following the posting of a report, the State Board of Education shall identify those public schools and charter schools that are within the top 20% of schools with respect to the number of student referrals to law enforcement and school-related arrests of students and require each of the identified schools to submit a referral and arrest improvement plan identifying the strategies the school will implement to reduce the use of student referrals to law enforcement and school-related arrests of students. Provides for a progress report to be submitted. Effective immediately. STATE MANDATES ACT MAY REQUIRE REIMBURSEMENT MAY APPLY
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Carol Ammons (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/23/2023
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol Ammons
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IL bill #SB1694 • Last Action 02/23/2023
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. It amends various Acts to make conforming changes, such as removing references to the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and firearm owners identification cards. The bill also makes changes to the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, including allowing individuals prohibited from possessing firearms under state or federal law to petition for relief from the prohibition in certain circumstances. Additionally, the bill prohibits the manufacture, possession, delivery, sale, and purchase of assault weapons, .50 caliber rifles, and .50 caliber cartridges, with some exceptions. The bill takes effect immediately.
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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: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Neil Anderson (R)*, Andrew Chesney (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Andrew S. Chesney
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IL bill #HB2888 • Last Action 02/22/2023
FOIA-MEDICAL RECORDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act to modify the definition of "private information" to include electronic medical records and the information contained within or extracted from an electronic medical records system operated or maintained by a Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) covered entity. The bill exempts from disclosure all protected health information that may be contained within or extracted from any record held by a covered entity, including information that alone or compiled, or under circumstances in which the patient information combined with other information could allow for patient identification, in compliance with state and federal medical privacy laws and regulations, including HIPAA.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Modifies the definition of "private information" by providing that medical records include electronic medical records and the information contained within or extracted from an electronic medical records system operated or maintained by a Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act covered entity. Exempts from disclosure all protected health information that may be contained within or extracted from any record held by a covered entity, including information that alone or compiled or under circumstances in which the patient information combined with other information could allow for patient identification, in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Lilian Jiménez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Chief Sponsor Changed to Rep. Lilian Jiménez
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VA bill #SB1351 • Last Action 02/22/2023
FOIA; virtual public meetings, etc.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to allow local and regional public bodies to convene up to 50% of their meetings per calendar year as all-virtual public meetings. The current law limits all-virtual public meetings to no more than two times per calendar year or 25% of the meetings held per calendar year, whichever is greater, and prohibits any such meeting from being held consecutively. The bill also requires public bodies to adopt a policy, at least annually, that describes the circumstances under which all-virtual public meetings and remote participation will be allowed, and the process for making and approving such requests.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; electronic meetings; local and regional public bodies. Allows, with certain exceptions, local and regional public bodies to convene no more than 50 percent of the meetings held per calendar year rounded up to the next whole number as an all-virtual public meeting. Current law limits all-virtual public meetings to no more than two times per calendar year or 25 percent of the meetings held per calendar year rounded up to the next whole number, whichever is greater, and prohibits any such meeting from being held consecutively with another all-virtual public meeting. Virginia Freedom of Information Act; electronic meetings; local and regional public bodies. Allows, with certain exceptions, local and regional public bodies to convene no more than 50 percent of the meetings held per calendar year rounded up to the next whole number as an all-virtual public meeting. Current law limits all-virtual public meetings to no more than two times per calendar year or 25 percent of the meetings held per calendar year rounded up to the next whole number, whichever is greater, and prohibits any such meeting from being held consecutively with another all-virtual public meeting.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Marsden (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: Left in General Laws
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VT bill #S0075 • Last Action 02/21/2023
An act relating to civilian oversight of law enforcement
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to authorize municipalities to create civilian oversight boards to oversee law enforcement within their jurisdiction. These boards would have the authority to manage police departments, receive and investigate public complaints of misconduct, and issue discipline in accordance with collective bargaining agreements. The investigations conducted by the boards would be confidential unless certain exceptions apply. The bill also clarifies that the provisions for civilian oversight would control over any conflicting municipal charter provisions, except where a charter provides for police officer tenure during good behavior.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to authorize municipalities to create civilian oversight boards to oversee law enforcement within its jurisdiction. Any board created has the authority to manage police departments in the same manner as a legislative body, town manager, or police chief. Additionally, a board has the power to receive, investigate, and adjudicate complaints of misconduct against law enforcement officers. The investigations are confidential unless certain exceptions apply, and any discipline shall be in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dick Sears (D)*, Brian Campion (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Government Operations Hearing (00:00:00 2/21/2023 )
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PA bill #HR7 • Last Action 02/21/2023
Providing for the Operating Rules For The Special Session On Providing Justice To Otherwise Barred Victims Of Childhood Sexual Abuse (Special Session No. 1).
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: Providing for the Operating Rules For The Special Session On Providing Justice To Otherwise Barred Victims Of Childhood Sexual Abuse (Special Session No. 1).
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• Introduced: 02/22/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Special Session #1
• Sponsors: 3 : Pete Schweyer (D)*, Tim Briggs (D), Morgan Cephas (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/22/2023
• Last Action: Adopted (102-99)
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DC bill #PR25-0093 • Last Action 02/21/2023
District of Columbia Board of Ethics and Government Accountability Melissa Tucker Confirmation Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2023
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: February 7, 2023 To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to confirm the appointment of Ms. Melissa Tucker to the District of Columbia Board of Ethics and Government Accountability.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Anita Bonds (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2023
• Last Action: Retained by the Council
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PA bill #HR22 • Last Action 02/21/2023
Providing for the Operating Rules for Special Session No. 1 (2023) on Providing Justice to Otherwise Barred Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse.
Status: Introduced
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Bill Summary: Providing for the Operating Rules for Special Session No. 1 (2023) on Providing Justice to Otherwise Barred Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse.
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• Introduced: 02/22/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Special Session #1
• Sponsors: 1 : Bryan Cutler (R)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/22/2023
• Last Action: Introduced
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DC bill #PR25-0091 • Last Action 02/21/2023
District of Columbia Board of Ethics and Government Accountability Norma Hutcheson Confirmation Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2023
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: February 7, 2023 To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to confirm the appointment of Ms. Norma Hutcheson to the District of Columbia Board of Ethics and Government Accountability.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Anita Bonds (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2023
• Last Action: Retained by the Council
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OK bill #HB1924 • Last Action 02/20/2023
Public safety; requiring Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority to maintain certain training platform; requiring creation, maintenance and certification of certain list; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes the following key provisions: This bill requires the Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority to maintain an online training platform for 9-1-1 emergency telecommunicators and create, maintain, and certify a list of qualified training programs that include at least 40 hours of basic call handling and dispatch instruction. By July 1, 2024, all existing 9-1-1 telecommunicators must complete this 40-hour training, and new hires must do so within 6 months. It also requires telecommunicator CPR training by July 1, 2024. The bill amends several existing laws related to 9-1-1 systems, removing a compatibility requirement, modifying fee collection and retention, and requiring service companies to provide certain data elements for Next Generation 9-1-1 systems. It expands the membership of the Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority, adding five non-voting industry representatives, and modifies the authority's powers and duties, including the ability to establish contracts. The bill increases the monthly 9-1-1 fee on wireless, VoIP, and prepaid wireless services and adjusts the distribution of fee revenue. Finally, the bill prohibits the establishment of new public safety answering points after July 1, 2024, unless they are the result of a consolidation or replacement of an existing one.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public health and safety; requiring Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority to maintain certain training platform; requiring creation, maintenance and certification of certain list; stating certain training requirements; requiring establishment of certain hourly training requirements; requiring completion of certain training by certain date; requiring training follow certain guidelines; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2803, which relates to establishment of basic or sophisticated system; removing certain compatibility stipulation; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2815, which relates to fee collection; removing certain limits on terms; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2846, which relates to mandatory provision of emergency telephone service; requiring service company provide certain data elements; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2862, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 30, O.S.L. 2022 (63 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 2862), which relates to definitions; defining term; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2863, which relations to the creation of the Oklahoma 9-1-1 Management Authority; modifying membership of the Authority; adding certain nonvoting members; excluding nonvoting members from quorum requirements; excluding nonvoting members from executive sessions; providing selection requirements for nonvoting members; deleting chair designation requirement; allowing for certain reimbursement; removing certain legal support requirement; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2864, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 30, O.S.L. 2022 (63 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 2864), which relates to powers and duties; modifying certain powers and duties; requiring certain submission to Oklahoma Tax Commission; detailing the distribution of certain revenue from collected fees; allowing establishment of certain contracts; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2865, which relates to fees; modifying certain fees collected; excluding fees for certain types of phones; modifying certain deposit amount; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2866 and 2867, which relate to collection and apportionment of fees; modifying retention percentage of certain fees; removing fee retention by certain entity; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2868, which relates to use and oversight of funds; allowing the transfer of certain monies; requiring certain designee of public agency to have certain meeting; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2871, which relates to the Regional Emergency Nine-One-One Services Act; disallowing establishment of new public safety answering point after certain date; providing certain exceptions; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lonnie Sims (R)*, Dave Rader (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/21/2023
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Rural Development Committee
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IL bill #HB3355 • Last Action 02/17/2023
FOID-REVOCATION&SUSPENSION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act to establish new procedures for the revocation of Firearm Owner's Identification Cards. Specifically, the bill states that the Illinois State Police may no longer revoke a Firearm Owner's Identification Card, and that revocation can only occur after a hearing in the circuit court of the county where the person resides. The bill also requires the State's Attorney of the county to file a petition for revocation if they have probable cause to believe the person is no longer eligible for the card. The hearing must be held within 45 days and the court must find clear and convincing evidence of ineligibility to order revocation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that notwithstanding any other provision of the Act to the contrary, on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, the Illinois State Police may not revoke a Firearm Owner's Identification Card. Provides that on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, a Firearm Owner's Identification Card may only be revoked after a Firearm Owner's Identification Card hearing has been held in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that, if the State's Attorney of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked has probable cause to believe that the person who has been issued a Firearm Owner's Identification Card is no longer eligible for the Card under the Act, the State's Attorney shall file a petition in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that at the hearing, the person may present evidence in his or her favor seeking retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card and the Illinois State Police and State's Attorney may present evidence for revocation. Provides that the hearing shall be a civil proceeding and subject to due process, the Code of Civil Procedure, and the Illinois Rules of Evidence as adopted by the Supreme Court. Provides that the hearing shall be held within 45 days after the filing of the petition. Provides that if the circuit court determines, by clear and convincing evidence, that the person is ineligible for retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card under the Act, the court shall order the Illinois State Police to immediately revoke the Card and the circuit clerk shall seize the Card and transmit the Card to the Illinois State Police. Establishes procedures for the Illinois State Police to suspend a Firearm Owner's Identification Card.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : David Friess (R)*, Patrick Windhorst (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3302 • Last Action 02/17/2023
MHDD CD-CLEAR/PRESENT DANGER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies to hold closed meetings to discuss security procedures, school building safety and security, and the use of personnel, equipment, reporting to law enforcement, or legal action to respond to actual, threatened, or potential dangers to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public, or public property. The bill also amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code to require school administrators to notify the Illinois State Police within 24 hours if they determine that a person poses a clear and present danger. The Illinois State Police must then notify local law enforcement, determine whether to revoke the person's Firearm Owner's Identification Card, and decide whether to file a petition under the Firearms Restraining Order Act. The bill also requires the Illinois State Police, in consultation with the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Board of Higher Education, to develop and maintain a resource guide for school administrators on making clear and present danger determinations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that a public body may hold a closed meeting to consider security procedures, school building safety and security, and the use of personnel, equipment, reporting to law enforcement, or legal action to respond to an actual, a threatened, or a reasonably potential danger to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public, or public property. Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code. Provides that the Illinois State Police, in conjunction with the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Board of Higher Education, shall prescribe the form and manner that the school administrator shall notify the Illinois State Police of the determination. Provides that when the Illinois State Police is notified by a school administrator that a person has been determined to pose a clear and present danger, within 24 hours of receiving the notification, it shall notify a local law enforcement agency where the person resides and, if applicable, a local law enforcement agency where the school administrator's school is located of that determination. The Illinois State Police shall determine whether to revoke the person's Firearm Owner's Identification Card, if applicable, and in consultation with local law enforcement, whether an Illinois State Police Officer will file a petition under the Firearms Restraining Order Act with that person as the respondent. Provides that within 24 hours after a school administrator makes a notification pursuant to this provision, the Illinois State Police shall notify the school administrator in writing of its determination about whether to file an action under the Firearms Restraining Order Act with that person as the respondent. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3332 • Last Action 02/17/2023
STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Finance Authority Act by making a technical change to a section concerning the official acts of the Authority, meetings of the Authority and the Advisory Councils, and audits by the Auditor General. Specifically, it clarifies that all official acts of the Authority require the approval of at least 8 members, and that all meetings must be conducted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, with a quorum of members physically present at a single location within the state and other members able to participate and vote remotely. Additionally, the bill specifies that the Auditor General shall conduct financial and program audits of the Authority, in accordance with the Illinois State Auditing Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Finance Authority Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning official acts of the Authority, meetings of the Authority and the Advisory Councils, and audits by the Auditor General.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kelly Burke (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3197 • Last Action 02/17/2023
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes various other changes related to firearms and firearm ownership in Illinois. The key provisions are: - Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act, removing the requirement for Illinois residents to obtain a FOID card to possess firearms. - Amends laws to replace references to the "Firearm Owners Identification Card Act" with references to provisions in the Criminal Code of 2012 defining "firearm." - Allows persons prohibited from possessing firearms under state or federal law to petition the Director of the Illinois State Police or a circuit court for relief from the prohibition, with certain exceptions. - Requires the Illinois State Police to provide a dial-up telephone system for federally licensed firearm dealers, gun show promoters, or vendors to conduct background checks on prospective firearm purchasers. - Prohibits the manufacture, possession, delivery, sale, and purchase of assault weapons, .50 caliber rifles, and .50 caliber cartridges, with certain exceptions. - Prohibits the purchase or possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, with certain exceptions. This bill is aimed at repealing the FOID card requirement and making various other changes to firearms laws in Illinois.
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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: 02/16/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : David Friess (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3549 • Last Action 02/17/2023
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the State Historic Preservation Board, which will have the power to list, delist, and change the designation of State Historic Sites in Illinois. The Board will be composed of experts in various fields related to historic preservation, with at least 60% of the members representing historically excluded and marginalized communities. The bill also gives the Department of Natural Resources the authority to cooperate with the Board and provide it with resources and assistance. Additionally, the bill requires the Department to submit an annual report to the General Assembly containing a full list of the State Historic Sites and their designations, as recommended by the Board and approved by the Department. The bill makes other changes to the existing Historic Preservation Act, such as defining "State Historic Site" and deleting the statutory listing of specific historic sites and memorials.
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Bill Summary: 20 ILCS 3405/2 from Ch. 127, par. 2702 20 ILCS 3405/4.5 20 ILCS 3405/4.7 new 20 ILCS 3405/6 from Ch. 127, par. 2706 20 ILCS 3405/8 20 ILCS 3405/16 from Ch. 127, par. 2716 20 ILCS 3405/21 new 20 ILCS 3405/35 Amends the Historic Preservation Act. Creates the State Historic Preservation Board. Provides for appointment of members of the Board and the powers and duties of the Board. Provides that the Board may: (1) adopt rules in accordance with the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act, for the administration and execution of the powers granted under the Act after consultation with and written approval by the Department of Natural Resources; (2) list, delist, create specific list designations, create designation definitions, create property assessment criteria, or change the listing designation of State Historic Sites. Provides that such actions shall be undertaken by administrative rule; and (3) advise the Department on methods of assistance, protection, conservation, and management of State Historic Sites, which are all subject to Department approval and available appropriations to implement those recommendations. Provides that the listing, delisting, creation of specific list designations or designation definitions, or change of listing designation by the Board shall only be done with the written approval of the Director of Natural Resources. Deletes the statutory listing of specific State Historic Sites, State Memorials, and Miscellaneous Properties. Provides that State Historic Sites shall be designated by administrative rule. Provides that the Department shall submit an annual report, on or before June 30, to the General Assembly containing a full list of the State Historic Sites and the site designations, as recommended by the Board and which received the approval of the Department. Defines "State Historic Site" as a property that has been deemed by the Board and the Department to have a State, national, or international level of historic significance. Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Jehan Gordon-Booth (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/17/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB2753 • Last Action 02/16/2023
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical change to the Open Meetings Act by amending Section 1.01 to add the word "and" to the section describing the short title of the act. The bill does not make any substantive changes to the law, but rather makes a minor grammatical update to the language.
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Bill Summary: 5 ILCS 120/1.01 from Ch. 102, par. 41.01 Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB2945 • Last Action 02/16/2023
FOIA-ENGINEERING PROPOSALS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act to provide that proposals or bids submitted by engineering consultants in response to requests for proposal or other competitive bidding requests by the Department of Transportation or the Illinois Toll Highway Authority are exempt from disclosure under the Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that proposals or bids submitted by engineering consultants in response to requests for proposal or other competitive bidding requests by the Department of Transportation or the Illinois Toll Highway Authority are exempt from disclosure under the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Marron (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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MI bill #SR0011 • Last Action 02/16/2023
A resolution to amend the Standing Rules of the Senate.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A resolution to amend the Standing Rules of the Senate.
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• Introduced: 02/16/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Winnie Brinks (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/16/2023
• Last Action: Adopted
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MN bill #HF1710 • Last Action 02/15/2023
Procedures required when legislative commission on cybersecurity holds closed meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to add provisions related to the procedures the Legislative Commission on Cybersecurity must follow when holding closed meetings. The key provisions include: defining "closed meeting records" as the recordings, minutes, documents, and member voting records from a closed meeting; requiring the Commission to adopt procedures for conducting closed meetings, including providing public notice and minimizing the number of attendees; and requiring any legislative committee investigating an allegation that a Commission member violated the confidentiality of a closed meeting to also preserve the confidentiality of the closed meeting.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; requiring procedures for when the legislative commission on cybersecurity holds closed meetings; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 3.888, subdivision 5, by adding subdivisions.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Kristin Bahner (D)*, Steve Elkins (D), Jim Nash (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Author added Nash
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VA bill #HB1953 • Last Action 02/15/2023
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; closed meeting exemption, home instruction of children.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates an exemption from the open meeting requirements of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act for discussion, consideration, or decisions relating to home instruction of children, unless objected to by a parent or guardian in an open meeting, that are exempt from disclosure under relevant law.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; closed meeting exemption; home instruction of children. Creates an exemption from the open meeting requirements of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act for discussion, consideration, or decisions relating to home instruction of children, unless objected to by a parent or guardian in an open meeting, that are exempt from disclosure pursuant to relevant law.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Karen Greenhalgh (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 01/10/2023
• Last Action: Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N)
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IL bill #HB2488 • Last Action 02/15/2023
CORONERS & MEDICAL EXAMINERS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes: 1. It discontinues the elected office of coroner in each county on December 1, 2024 and replaces it with an appointed medical examiner. The medical examiner must be a licensed physician, and for counties with populations over 250,000, they must also be board certified in forensic pathology or have 20+ years of death investigation experience. 2. It allows two or more counties to appoint the same person to serve as the medical examiner, deputy medical examiner, and investigators for those counties. 3. It gives medical examiners the authority to appoint investigators to assist with their duties. Medical examiners are also allowed to establish an elderly and vulnerable adult death review team. 4. It makes various other changes to the laws governing medical examiners, including provisions related to their powers, duties, reporting requirements, records, and fees. 5. It makes conforming changes to various other laws that reference coroners to instead refer to medical examiners. The bill is intended to transition Illinois from a coroner-based system to a medical examiner-based system for investigating deaths, with the goal of improving the quality and consistency of death investigations statewide. The changes are set to take effect on December 1, 2024, except for a few provisions that take effect immediately upon the bill becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Counties Code. Provides that the county board or board of county commissioners of each county shall appoint a medical examiner and the medical examiner may appoint a deputy medical examiner, who both shall be physicians licensed to practice within this State. Discontinues the office of the coroner in each county on December 1, 2024 replacing it with the appointed medical examiner. Allows a medical examiner to appoint investigators. Provides that 2 or more counties may enter into an agreement to allow the same persons to act as medical examiners, deputy medical examiners, and investigators. Allows a medical examiner to establish an elderly and vulnerable adult death review team. Makes other changes concerning removal of medical examiners and deputy medical examiners, bonds, death investigations, identification of bodies, expenses, records, organ donation and cremation of a body subject to investigation, autopsies, removal of property found near a body, and notification of a medical examiner. Limits concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Amends various other Acts and Codes making conforming changes. Effective December 1, 2024, except that specified provisions take effect immediately. STATE MANDATES ACT MAY REQUIRE REIMBURSEMENT MAY APPLY
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• Introduced: 02/15/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Maurice West (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IA bill #SF244 • Last Action 02/14/2023
A bill for an act adopting the psychology interjurisdictional compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, which allows psychologists licensed in one state to practice telepsychology and provide temporary in-person services in other compact states. The compact establishes a commission to oversee its operations, including developing rules and procedures, investigating disciplinary matters, and facilitating the sharing of licensure information between states. The bill aims to increase access to psychological services across state lines while maintaining regulatory oversight and accountability. The compact becomes effective when enacted into law by the seventh participating state.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates an interstate compact to allow psychologists from other states to practice telepsychology with patients living in Iowa, to practice “face-to-face” psychology on a temporary basis in Iowa, and to allow Iowa psychologists to practice telepsychology with patients in other states. The compact is intended to authorize regulatory authorities to afford legal recognition, in a manner consistent with the terms of the compact, to psychologists licensed in another state. The compact does not apply when a psychologist is licensed in both the “home” and “receiving” states. A commission is created to oversee the compact, which is effective upon the enactment into law by the seventh compact state.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Brad Zaun (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Subcommittee: Costello, Garrett, and Trone Garriott. S.J. 323.
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IL bill #HB2337 • Last Action 02/14/2023
PUBLIC SAFETY-VARIOUS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes the following key provisions: This bill restores the statutes to the form they existed in before being amended by several previous public acts. It amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to reinstate the death penalty as an option for certain aggravating factors in first-degree murder cases. It also amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 to eliminate the provision that abolished the death penalty and transfers unobligated funds from the Death Penalty Abolition Fund to the reestablished Capital Litigation Trust Fund. The bill enacts the Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2023 and amends the State Appellate Defender Act to add provisions concerning the restoration of the death penalty. Additionally, the bill makes changes to the Downstate Police and Downstate Firefighter Articles of the Illinois Pension Code, removing Tier 2 limitations on the amount of salary for annuity purposes, providing that the automatic annual increases to retirement pensions or survivor pensions are calculated under the Tier 1 formulas, and providing that the amount of and eligibility for a retirement annuity are calculated under the Tier 1 provisions. The changes apply regardless of whether the firefighter or police officer was in service on or after the effective date of the amendatory act. The bill also amends the Illinois Municipal Code to require municipalities that provide health insurance to police officers and firefighters to maintain their health insurance plans after retirement and pay the cost of the health insurance premiums for each retiree who has completed 20 years of service. The bill is effective immediately.
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Bill Summary: Restores the statutes to the form in which they existed before their amendment by Public Acts 101-652, 102-28, and 102-1104, with certain exceptions. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012 concerning aggravating factors for which the death penalty may be imposed. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Eliminates a provision that abolishes the sentence of death. Transfers unobligated and unexpended moneys remaining in the Death Penalty Abolition Fund into the reestablished Capital Litigation Trust Fund. Enacts the Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2023 and amends the State Appellate Defender Act to add provisions concerning the restoration of the death penalty. Amends the Downstate Police and Downstate Firefighter Articles of the Illinois Pension Code. Removes Tier 2 limitations on the amount of salary for annuity purposes; provides that the automatic annual increases to a retirement pension or survivor pension are calculated under the Tier 1 formulas; and provides that the amount of and eligibility for a retirement annuity are calculated under the Tier 1 provisions. Provides that the changes that provide benefit increases for firefighters and police officers apply without regard to whether the firefighter or police officer was in service on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act. Makes other and conforming changes. Amends the State Mandates Act to require implementation without reimbursement. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a municipality that provides health insurance to police officers and firefighters shall maintain their health insurance plans after retirement and shall pay the cost of the health insurance premiums for each retiree who has completed 20 years of service. Makes other changes. Effective immediately. STATE MANDATES ACT MAY REQUIRE REIMBURSEMENT MAY APPLY
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• Introduced: 02/14/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cabello (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/14/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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OK bill #SB89 • Last Action 02/14/2023
Oklahoma Open Records Act; requiring written notice when records request cannot be completed within a specified time. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act to require certain public bodies to provide written notice to a requestor if a records request cannot be completed within 10 business days. The notice must indicate the reason for the delay and specify a date within a reasonable time when the requested information will be available for inspection or duplication. The bill also extends the Oklahoma Open Records Act to cover Sections 24A.1 through 24A.33 of the relevant state statutes. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.5, which relates to inspection and copying of records; requiring certain written notice when records request cannot be completed within a specified time; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/29/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Julia Kirt (D)*, Jon Echols (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/15/2023
• Last Action: Reported Do Pass as amended Judiciary committee; CR filed
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MN bill #SF1559 • Last Action 02/13/2023
District advisory committee requirement to comply with Chapter 13D and give notice to meetings establishment
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to require that a district advisory committee, and any subcommittees of the district advisory committee, comply with the state's open meeting law (Chapter 13D) and provide public notice of their regular and special meetings. The district advisory committee is responsible for providing community input on the school district's academic standards, curriculum, assessments, and programs, and must strive to reflect the diversity of the district and its school sites.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; requiring a district advisory committee to comply with chapter 13D and give notice of meetings; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 120B.11, subdivision 3.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Jeff Howe (R)*, Glenn Gruenhagen (R), Cal Bahr (R), Eric Lucero (R), Justin Eichorn (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Education Policy
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MN bill #SF303 • Last Action 02/13/2023
Public Employment Relations Board Data modification and appropriation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the data privacy provisions related to the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) in Minnesota. It allows the PERB to access certain personnel data to conduct elections and implement labor relations laws. The bill also classifies data related to unfair labor practice charges as either public or private, with some exceptions. Additionally, the bill exempts the PERB from the Open Meeting Law when deliberating on unfair labor practice charges. Finally, the bill appropriates $750,000 in each of the next two fiscal years to the PERB.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to labor; modifying Public Employment Relations Board data; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.43, subdivision 6; 179A.041, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 13.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 4 : Rob Kupec (D)*, Sandy Pappas (D), Nick Frentz (D), Grant Hauschild (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/13/2023
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Judiciary and Public Safety
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IL bill #SB2205 • Last Action 02/10/2023
OPIOID LITIGATION PROCEEDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Act, which creates the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Fund as a special fund in the State treasury to receive and allocate monetary payments from legal claims against manufacturers and distributors of prescription opioid analgesics, pharmacies that dispensed such opioids, and related parties. The bill requires the moneys in the Fund to be used solely for substance use disorder abatement infrastructure, programs, services, supports, and resources for prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction. The bill establishes the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Council to oversee the allocation and disbursement of the Fund, provide accountability and transparency, and ensure the moneys supplement rather than supplant existing substance use disorder funding. The bill also imposes reporting requirements and authorizes the Department of Public Health to adopt rules for the implementation of the Act.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Act. Establishes the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Fund as a special fund in the State treasury. Provides for the allocation of moneys to the Fund. Provides requirements for the use and disbursement of moneys in the Fund. Establishes the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Council. Provides for the membership of the Council and related requirements. Provides for the powers and duties of the Council and the Department of Public Health in relation to Council activities. Provides that the Council shall disburse moneys from the Fund in a manner consistent with the limitations on uses of litigation proceeds set forth in any controlling court order, with specified exceptions. Provides reporting requirements. Provides for the adoption of rules. Provides findings and purpose provisions. Defines terms. Amends the State Finance Act to provide for the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Fund.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Sally Turner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB2334 • Last Action 02/10/2023
FOID-REVOCATION-SUSPENSION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new procedures for the revocation of Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) cards in Illinois. Specifically, it requires that FOID card revocations must be initiated through the county circuit court rather than directly by the Illinois State Police. The State's Attorney of the county must have probable cause to believe the FOID card holder is no longer eligible before filing a petition with the court. The court must then hold a hearing within 45 days to determine by clear and convincing evidence whether the person is ineligible to retain their FOID card under existing law. The bill also sets up new timelines and procedures for the suspension and potential reinstatement of FOID cards by the Illinois State Police.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that notwithstanding any other provision of the Act to the contrary, on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, the Illinois State Police may not revoke a Firearm Owner's Identification Card. Provides that on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, a Firearm Owner's Identification Card may only be revoked after a Firearm Owner's Identification Card hearing has been held in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that if the State's Attorney of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked has probable cause to believe that the person who has been issued a Firearm Owner's Identification Card is no longer eligible for the Card under the Act, the State's Attorney shall file a petition in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that at the hearing, the person may present evidence in his or her favor seeking retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card and the Illinois State Police and State's Attorney may present evidence for revocation. Provides that the hearing shall be a civil proceeding and subject to due process, the Code of Civil Procedure, and the Illinois Rules of Evidence as adopted by the Supreme Court. Provides that the hearing shall be held within 45 days after the filing of the petition. Provides that if the circuit court determines, by clear and convincing evidence, that the person is ineligible for retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card under the Act, the court shall order the Illinois State Police to immediately revoke the Card and the circuit clerk shall seize the Card and transmit the Card to the Illinois State Police. Establishes procedures for the Illinois State Police to suspend a Firearm Owner's Identification Card.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Terri Bryant (R)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB2136 • Last Action 02/10/2023
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes conforming changes to various other Acts. The key provisions are: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and removes all references to the Firearm Owners Identification Card throughout the Illinois statutes. It eliminates the requirement for individuals to obtain a Firearm Owners Identification Card to possess firearms in Illinois. Instead, the bill ties firearm possession eligibility to not being prohibited under state or federal law from possessing a firearm. Individuals prohibited from possessing firearms can petition the Director of the Illinois State Police or a circuit court for relief from the prohibition, subject to certain exceptions. The bill also makes changes to the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code, the Criminal Code of 2012, and other laws related to firearms, mental health reporting, and firearm-related crimes and penalties. These changes reflect the repeal of the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes. Effective January 1, 2024.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Andrew Chesney (R)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/10/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB1973 • Last Action 02/09/2023
FOID-REVOCATION&SUSPENSION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act to establish new procedures for the revocation and suspension of Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) cards. The key provisions are: 1. The Illinois State Police may no longer unilaterally revoke a FOID card. Revocation can only occur after a hearing in the circuit court of the person's county of residence, where the person can present evidence to retain their card and the State's Attorney can present evidence for revocation. 2. The State's Attorney must have probable cause to believe the person is no longer eligible for a FOID card under the Act in order to petition the court for revocation. 3. The court must find, by clear and convincing evidence, that the person is ineligible to retain their FOID card in order to order its revocation. 4. The Illinois State Police can suspend a FOID card for 30-45 days and must schedule a revocation hearing with the court and State's Attorney during that time period. If the hearing is not held, the card must be reinstated. 5. The bill also creates a new Firearm Owner's Identification Card Review Board to consider appeals of FOID card denials or revocations, except for those directed to the circuit court.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that notwithstanding any other provision of the Act to the contrary, on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, the Illinois State Police may not revoke a Firearm Owner's Identification Card. Provides that on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, a Firearm Owner's Identification Card may only be revoked after a Firearm Owner's Identification Card hearing has been held in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that, if the State's Attorney of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked has probable cause to believe that the person who has been issued a Firearm Owner's Identification Card is no longer eligible for the Card under the Act, the State's Attorney shall file a petition in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that at the hearing, the person may present evidence in his or her favor seeking retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card and the Illinois State Police and State's Attorney may present evidence for revocation. Provides that the hearing shall be a civil proceeding and subject to due process, the Code of Civil Procedure, and the Illinois Rules of Evidence as adopted by the Supreme Court. Provides that the hearing shall be held within 45 days after the filing of the petition. Provides that if the circuit court determines, by clear and convincing evidence, that the person is ineligible for retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card under the Act, the court shall order the Illinois State Police to immediately revoke the Card and the circuit clerk shall seize the Card and transmit the Card to the Illinois State Police. Establishes procedures for the Illinois State Police to suspend a Firearm Owner's Identification Card.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Terri Bryant (R)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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VT bill #S0076 • Last Action 02/09/2023
An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to adopt the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact in Vermont. The Compact aims to facilitate interstate practice of audiology and speech-language pathology with the goal of improving public access to these services. It establishes a Commission to administer the Compact, allows for the mutual recognition of licenses between member states, and sets out the requirements and procedures for audiologists and speech-language pathologists to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states. The bill also adds a new subchapter to Vermont's laws to implement the Compact, designates the Office of Professional Regulation to oversee its administration, and sets an effective date of July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to adopt the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact in Vermont.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Kesha Ram Hinsdale (D)*, Brian Campion (D), Ginny Lyons (D), Tanya Vyhovsky (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Health and Welfare
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IL bill #SB1957 • Last Action 02/09/2023
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and makes several related changes: It removes references to the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act from various laws and instead refers to whether a person is prohibited under state or federal law from possessing a firearm. It modifies provisions related to the reporting of mental health records to the Illinois State Police for purposes of determining firearm eligibility. It also makes changes to the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, the Firearms Restraining Order Act, the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act, and other laws involving firearms and firearm possession. Overall, the bill shifts the focus from a state-issued firearm owner identification card to federal and state prohibitions on firearm possession.
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Bill Summary: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Bennett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB1833 • Last Action 02/09/2023
SCH CD-DIVERSITY IN LITERATURE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Diversity in Literature Law, requires that school districts in Illinois include books written by diverse authors, including but not limited to African American, women, Native American, LatinX, and Asian authors, as part of any course, material, instruction, reading assignment, or other school curricula related to literature during the school year or on summer reading lists. The bill also prohibits reading material from perpetuating bias against individuals based on factors such as ability, race, language, beliefs, gender, culture, family dynamics, and socioeconomic status. For school districts receiving federal Title I, Part A funds, the selection of each book must receive prior approval from the school board, which cannot approve books containing derogatory, racist, or hate-inciting language or material. The bill requires the State Board of Education to adopt any necessary rules and guidelines to implement these provisions, and it takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Instructional Materials Article of the School Code. Provides that a school district (including a charter school) shall require that books that are included as a part of any course, material, instruction, reading assignment, or other school curricula related to literature during the school year or that appear on summer reading lists must include books that are written by diverse authors, including, but not limited to, authors who are African American, women, Native American, LatinX, and Asian. Provides that reading material may not perpetuate bias against persons based on specified categories. Provides that for any school district utilizing federal funds under Title I, Part A of the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, the selection of each book to be included in a reading assignment, course material and instruction, or other school curricula related to literature must first receive prior approval from the school board before the book may be included. Provides that the criteria for the approval or denial of a book shall be determined by school board policy, but the minimum requirement is that the book may not be approved by the school board if the book contains language or material that is derogatory or racist or incites hate against any persons. Provides for rulemaking and guidelines. Effective immediately. STATE MANDATES ACT MAY REQUIRE REIMBURSEMENT MAY APPLY
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• Introduced: 02/09/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Elgie Sims (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/09/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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MN bill #SF757 • Last Action 02/08/2023
Computer science education advancement fund establishment and appropriation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Computer Science Education Advancement Program in Minnesota. The key provisions include: 1. Defining computer science and related terms, such as "computer science courses and content" and "high-quality computer science educator training." 2. Creating a full-time computer science supervisor position at the Department of Education and establishing a Computer Science Education Advisory Committee to develop a statewide strategic plan for computer science education. 3. Providing funding for the development and implementation of high-quality, coordinated teacher recruitment and educator training programs for computer science courses and content. 4. Allowing students to fulfill certain graduation requirements, such as mathematics, science, and electives, with approved computer science courses. 5. Requiring teacher preparation programs to include instruction in computer science as applied to student learning and classroom instruction. 6. Directing the Department of Education to develop a plan for secure and automatic regular reporting of data and information from all public schools and charter schools on computer science course enrollment and student performance. 7. Authorizing the Department of Education and Professional Educator Standards and Licensing Board to adopt rules to administer the program, including rules for flexible options to license computer science teachers. The bill also appropriates $4 million in both fiscal years 2024 and 2025 for the implementation of the Computer Science Education Advancement Program and STEM-focused grants for after-school and in-school programs.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education; providing for computer science education advancement; authorizing rulemaking; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 5 : Heather Gustafson (D)*, Mary Kunesh (D), Bonnie Westlin (D), Eric Pratt (R), Zach Duckworth (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to State and Local Government and Veterans
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IL bill #SB1678 • Last Action 02/08/2023
STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Finance Authority Act by making a technical change to a section concerning official acts of the Authority, meetings of the Authority and the Advisory Councils, and audits by the Auditor General. It clarifies that all official acts of the Authority require the approval of at least 8 members, that meetings must be conducted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, and that the Auditor General shall conduct financial and program audits of the Authority.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Finance Authority Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning official acts of the Authority, meetings of the Authority and the Advisory Councils, and audits by the Auditor General.
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• Introduced: 02/08/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Cunningham (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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OK bill #SB66 • Last Action 02/08/2023
State government; creating the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Act of 2023. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Act of 2023, which establishes the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Program under the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. The program aims to provide funding and incentives for sow farms to update their facilities by transitioning from individual gestation crates to group housing pens, removing gestation crates, and training workers on humane animal care standards. The bill also creates the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Revolving Fund to finance the program, with a one-time $47 million appropriation from the state. The program will have specific eligibility criteria, confidentiality provisions, and an independent review committee to analyze and recommend projects for approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to sow farms; creating the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Act of 2023; providing short title; establishing duties for the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Program; authorizing expenditures; requiring promulgation of certain rules; creating the Oklahoma Rural Investment for Sow Farms Revolving Fund; providing for expenditures; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : George Young (D)*, Jason Lowe (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/20/2022
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Lowe (Jason) (principal House author)
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OH bill #SB27 • Last Action 02/08/2023
Ratify Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts section 3319.34 of the Revised Code to ratify the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact. The purpose of the compact is to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states by establishing a streamlined pathway to licensure, supporting the relocation of eligible military spouses, enhancing the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information, and removing barriers to the employment of out-of-state teachers. The bill creates the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission, which has the authority to promulgate rules, investigate and impose disciplinary measures, and facilitate the exchange of information among member states. The compact becomes effective once ten states have enacted it into law, and member states may withdraw by repealing the compact statute.
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Bill Summary: To enact section 3319.34 of the Revised Code to ratify the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/25/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
• Sponsors: 1 : Kristina Roegner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/25/2023
• Last Action: Referred to committee: Education
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OK bill #SB189 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Charter schools; prohibiting a charter school from entering into a contract with a teacher who does not hold a valid certificate. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma law governing charter schools. It prohibits charter schools from entering into contracts with teachers who do not hold a valid certificate issued by the State Board of Education. The bill also updates the statutory language related to charter school compliance, including changing the reference from the "Office of Accountability" to the "Office of Educational Quality and Accountability". The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2023 and declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to charter schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-136, which relates to charter school compliance with certain provisions; updating statutory language; prohibiting a charter school from entering into a contract with a teacher who does not hold a valid certificate; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carri Hicks (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #SB149 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Charter schools; removing language allowing the State Board of Education to sponsor certain charter schools. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes the ability of the State Board of Education to sponsor certain charter schools in Oklahoma. Starting on July 1, 2024, the State Board of Education will only be able to sponsor charter schools that are for the purpose of providing education services to youth in the custody or supervision of the state. The bill also requires charter schools currently sponsored by the State Board of Education under other circumstances to find a new sponsor by July 1, 2024, or be dissolved. Additionally, the bill makes changes to the application process for charter schools, removing the ability of certain charter school applicants to appeal a rejection to the State Board of Education and allowing them to instead go to binding arbitration.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to charter schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-132, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-132), which relates to charter school sponsorship; removing language allowing the State Board of Education to sponsor a charter school under certain circumstances; prohibiting the State Board of Education from sponsoring certain charter schools after certain date; requiring certain notification; directing certain charter school applicants to enter into certain contract by certain date; providing for dissolution of certain charter schools after certain date; updating statutory reference and language; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-134, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-134), which relates to charter school applications; removing language regarding the location of certain charter school sponsored by the State Board of Education; modifying which charter school applicants can seek certain arbitration under certain conditions; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carri Hicks (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/04/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #SB793 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Uniform Consumer Credit Code; modifying provisions for percentage changes; removing the Consumer Credit Advisory Committee. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Uniform Consumer Credit Code in Oklahoma by: 1. Reverting to a previous year's Consumer Price Index for making changes to certain dollar amounts in the code, and removing the provision for percentage changes in the Index under certain conditions. 2. Modifying the definition of a "Subsection 10 mortgage" by adjusting the thresholds for the annual percentage rate and total points and fees. 3. Removing the Consumer Credit Advisory Committee, relinquishing certain rulemaking control of the Administrator. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Uniform Consumer Credit Code; amending 14A O.S. 2021, Section 1-106, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 207, O.S.L. 2022 (14A O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 1-106), which relates to change in dollar amounts; reverting to a previous year's Consumer Price Index; removing provision for percentage change in the Index under certain conditions; relinquishing certain rulemaking control of the Administrator; amending 14A O.S. 2021, Section 1-301, which relates to definitions; modifying definition; amending 14A O.S. 2021, Section 6-501, which relates to administration; removing the Consumer Credit Advisory Committee; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Coleman (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Business and Commerce
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OK bill #SB211 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Uniform Consumer Credit Code; expanding Commission with additional supervised lender. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Uniform Consumer Credit Code to expand the Commission on Consumer Credit by adding an additional supervised lender representative, recommended by the Oklahoma Consumer Credit Coalition. The bill also updates the statutory language and provides an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Uniform Consumer Credit Code; amending 14A O.S. 2021, Section 6-501, which relates to the Commission on Consumer Credit; expanding Commission with additional supervised lender; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ally Seifried (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Business and Commerce
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OK bill #HB2438 • Last Action 02/07/2023
State government; Oklahoma Pregnant Pigs Pilot Program Act of 2023; revolving fund; grants; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Oklahoma Pregnant Pigs Pilot Program, which is administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. The program aims to create investment and jobs in the pig industry while aligning its practices with responsible animal-care values. It provides grants to farms, cooperatives, and other agricultural entities to update their facilities, remove gestation crates, and train workers on humane housing techniques for pregnant pigs. The bill also creates the Oklahoma Pregnant Pigs Pilot Program Revolving Fund, which consists of a one-time $4 million appropriation and other designated funds, to finance the program. The Department of Commerce is required to promulgate rules governing the program and establish criteria for approving or denying grant applications. The bill also includes confidentiality provisions and the establishment of an independent review committee to analyze and recommend projects for approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; creating the Oklahoma Pregnant Pigs Pilot Program Act of 2023; establishing duties for the Oklahoma Pregnant Pigs Pilot Program; authorizing expenditures; creating the Oklahoma Pregnant Pigs Pilot Program Revolving Fund; providing for expenditures; requiring the submission of certain information and forms; providing for approving of or denying grant funds; providing criteria to be considered in order to receive grant funds; providing for confidentiality; providing for the composition of review committees; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jason Lowe (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Agriculture
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OK bill #HB2386 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Prisons and reformatories; clarifying eligibility requirements for commutations; emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends a law related to commutations (reductions in sentences) by the Pardon and Parole Board in Oklahoma. The key provisions include: prohibiting the Board from recommending commutation of restitution owed by a person in a criminal case; clarifying that inmates in the custody of the Department of Corrections or on probation are eligible for commutation consideration; establishing an accelerated commutation process for applicants convicted of crimes that have been reclassified from felonies to misdemeanors; and requiring the Board to provide certain notifications to victims, district attorneys, and the public. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to prisons and reformatories; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 332.2, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 198, O.S.L. 2022 (57 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 332.2), which relates to commutations; prohibiting recommendations for commuting restitution; clarifying eligibility requirements for commutations; defining term; updating internal citation; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Kannady (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #HJR1024 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Oklahoma Constitution; specifying power of redistricting; creating the Citizens' Independent Redistricting Commission; providing for duties of the Commission and the Secretary; ballot title; filing.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: A Joint Resolution directing the Secretary of State to refer to the people for their approval or rejection of proposed new sections to Article V of the Constitution of the State of Oklahoma; providing for House and Senate districts; specifying power of redistricting; defining terms; creating the Citizens' Independent Redistricting Commission; providing for composition and qualification of the Commission; providing for application and selection of Commissioners; providing for funding of the Commission; providing for duties of the Commission and the Secretary; providing for redistricting criteria; providing for judicial review; repealing sections related to legislative apportionment; providing ballot title; and directing filing.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mickey Dollens (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #SB719 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Practice of nursing; modifying and adding grounds for disciplinary action; requiring disciplinary action for commission of certain criminal offenses. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the law related to the practice of nursing in Oklahoma. It modifies and adds grounds for disciplinary action by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, including removing the requirement to impose disciplinary action on certain grounds. The bill also requires the Board to revoke or deny licenses, privileges, certifications, and authority for individuals convicted of certain criminal offenses such as abuse, assault, and drug-related crimes. Additionally, the bill provides for the confidentiality of investigative records, allows the Board to issue confidential letters of concern, and authorizes the Board to recover costs associated with disciplinary actions.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the practice of nursing; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 567.8, which relates to denial, revocation, or suspension of license or certification; removing requirement for the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to impose disciplinary action on certain grounds; modifying and adding grounds for disciplinary action; requiring disciplinary action for commission of certain criminal offenses; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jessica Garvin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
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OK bill #SB833 • Last Action 02/07/2023
School district boards of education; removing requirement for certain hours of instruction. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing laws related to the training requirements for school district board of education members in Oklahoma. It reduces the required training hours from 12 to 3 hours, and allows rather than requires board members to complete the training within 6 months of their election or appointment. The bill also removes the ability for certain organizations to provide the training, and directs school districts to maintain records of board member training completion on their websites. Additionally, the bill repeals a section related to continuing education requirements for board members and declares the act effective July 1, 2023, with an emergency clause.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to school district boards of education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110, which relates to instruction for board of education members; removing outdated language; removing language requiring certain member to agree in writing to education requirements; allowing rather than requiring certain instruction; changing time period in which member may complete certain training; reducing number of hours of instruction; removing requirement for training in certain topics; removing ability for certain type of organization to offer certain training; removing education requirements for certain incumbent board members; directing board members to represent certain interests; removing language regarding penalties for failing to complete certain instruction; allowing a board member’s district to be charged for certain attendance upon completion; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110.2, which relates to attendance records of school board members; directing school districts to maintain records rather than the State Board of Education; requiring records to be posted on certain website; removing language regarding certain notification; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110.1, which relates to continuing education requirements for board members; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lonnie Paxton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #SB331 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Students; repealing a section of law relating to eligibility to participate in certain competitions. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act to require that the written policy of any school athletic association of which a public school or school district is a member include a provision allowing students who enroll in a school district pursuant to the Education Open Transfer Act to participate in interscholastic activities or contests offered by the receiving school district upon enrollment. The bill also repeals a separate law that prohibited students from participating in certain competitions for a certain period of time following a transfer. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2023 and declares an emergency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to students; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 27-103, which relates to the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act; requiring certain association’s written policy to include certain provision regarding participation of certain students; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Section 8- 103.2, which relates to a prohibition on participating in certain competitions for certain time period following transfer; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cody Rogers (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/13/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #SB431 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Charter schools; providing method for electing board of education members of a charter school and virtual charter school. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act to update statutory language, require charter school governing boards to meet monthly instead of quarterly, remove the requirement that a majority of board members reside within the geographic boundary of the sponsoring entity, and provide a method for electing members of the board of education for charter schools and virtual charter schools. The bill establishes five-member elected boards for charter schools and seven-member elected boards for virtual charter schools, with staggered terms, and specifies provisions for filling vacancies. The bill also provides an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to charter schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3-134, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-134), and 3-135, which relate to the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; updating statutory language; requiring a charter school governing board to meet monthly rather than quarterly; removing requirement that a majority of board members be residents within certain boundary; providing method for electing members of a board of education for a charter school and a virtual charter school; providing for membership and terms; providing for filling of vacancy; providing for beginning of terms of office; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carri Hicks (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #SB436 • Last Action 02/07/2023
County purchasing; allowing counties to enter into certain agreements for leasing or lease-purchasing certain materials and equipment. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to allow county purchasing agents to enter into contracts with state and federal agencies for the lease or lease-purchase of materials, goods, services, or equipment, subject to the approval of the board of county commissioners. Additionally, the bill provides an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to county purchasing; 19 O.S. 2021, Section 1505, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 94, O.S.L. 2022 (19 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 1505), which relates to procedures for requisitions, purchase, and lease-purchase for counties; allowing county purchasing agents to enter into certain agreements under certain circumstances; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Montgomery (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to General Government
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OK bill #SB644 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Public participation at public meetings; clarifying right of the public to exercise First Amendment rights at public meetings; allowing certain time limitations. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma laws to clarify the public's right to exercise their First Amendment rights, including the ability to address public bodies such as school boards, during public meetings. It allows for reasonable time limitations on public comments and prohibits law enforcement from preventing or interfering with the public's exercise of these rights. The bill also updates statutory references and provides an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public participation at public meetings; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 311, which relates to notice of meetings of public bodies; clarifying right of members of the public to exercise First Amendment rights at public meetings; allowing certain time limitations; prohibiting law enforcement officers or entities from taking certain actions; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-118, which relates to meetings of school boards; clarifying right of members of the public to exercise First Amendment rights at public meetings; allowing certain time limitations; prohibiting law enforcement officers or entities from taking certain actions; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dana Prieto (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to General Government
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OK bill #SB148 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Special education; directing each school district to create a special education advisory council. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires each school district in Oklahoma to create a special education advisory council. The council must have at least 3 but no more than 11 members, with at least half being parents or legal guardians of students with disabilities. The school district's board of education will appoint the council members for two-year terms. The council must meet at least once a year, by October 1, to address special education issues, and the district must provide staff support for the council. The council's duties include assisting in setting district goals for students with disabilities, advising the district on special education program improvement efforts, and providing community support for families with students in special education programs. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2023, and has been declared an emergency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to special education; directing each school district to create a special education advisory council; providing for membership; requiring certain portion of council to be certain parents or legal guardians; requiring appointments by certain date; providing for election of chair and vice chair; requiring meeting to be called by certain date; providing for staff support; subjecting meetings to certain act; providing duties of the council; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carri Hicks (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/04/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #HB2825 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Sunset; creating the Oklahoma Sunset Act of 2023; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law to extend the termination date of the Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board from July 1, 2023, to July 1, 2029. The Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board is responsible for coordinating state and local efforts to address opioid overdose deaths, conducting case reviews, collecting and analyzing data, and making recommendations to improve policies and practices to prevent fatal opioid overdoses. The bill maintains the confidentiality of the information and records reviewed by the Board, and requires the Board to submit annual reports on the incidence and causes of opioid overdose deaths in the state, as well as the Board's activities and recommendations.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to sunset; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-1001, which relates to the Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board; re-creating the Board; and modifying termination date.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gerrid Kendrix (R)*, Micheal Bergstrom (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Administrative Rules
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OK bill #SB321 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Charter schools; allowing certain private institutions of higher learning to sponsor charter schools. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma's charter school laws to allow private institutions of higher learning located in the state and accredited pursuant to state law to sponsor charter schools. The bill also updates several other provisions related to charter school sponsorship and operations, such as adding priorities for certain types of charter schools, requirements for replicating successful charter schools, and procedures for approving and monitoring charter schools. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2023 and declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to charter schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-132, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-132), which relates to charter school sponsorship; updating statutory language; adding sponsor; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-134, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-134), which relates to charter sponsor proposals; adding sponsor; updating statutory reference; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ally Seifried (R)*, Jon Echols (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/13/2023
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Echols (principal House author)
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OK bill #SB755 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Practice of nursing; modifying membership of the Oklahoma Board of Nursing; modifying appointing authorities; removing certain qualification of Executive Director. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the law governing the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. It modifies the membership of the Board, changing the composition and appointing authorities. Specifically, it reduces the number of Registered Nurse members, adds an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse member, and includes members representing healthcare professions other than nursing. The bill also removes certain qualifications for the Board's Executive Director and allows members to be removed without cause. Additionally, it updates quorum requirements and statutory language. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the practice of nursing; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 567.4, which relates to the Oklahoma Board of Nursing; modifying membership of the Board; modifying, adding, and removing qualifications for membership; modifying appointing authorities of members; modifying certain limitation on appointees; removing obsolete language; allowing members to be removed without cause; modifying requirements for quorum; removing certain qualification of Executive Director; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jessica Garvin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
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OK bill #SB1026 • Last Action 02/07/2023
School district boards of education; modifying term of office of members and chairs; limiting number of terms. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing Oklahoma law to modify the term of office for school district board of education members and chairs. It limits the number of terms a member or chair can serve to five, with some exceptions for partial terms. The bill also updates statutory references and makes other changes related to the election of board members and chairs. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2023 and declares an emergency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to school district boards of education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-107A, which relates to board membership and election procedures; updating statutory references; modifying term of office of board of education members; limiting the number of terms a board of education member may serve as a member or chair; providing for nonconsecutive service, service on other boards, and partial terms; providing exception for less than a full term to fill a vacancy in office; prohibiting a member who has completed the maximum number of terms from serving a partial term as a member or a chair; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-107B, which relates to the election of board of education chair; modifying term of office of board of education chair; limiting the number of terms a board of education chair may serve as chair or as a member; providing for nonconsecutive service, service on other boards, and partial terms; providing exception for less than a full term to fill a vacancy in office; prohibiting a chair who has completed the maximum number of terms from serving a partial term as chair or as a member; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shane Jett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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VA bill #HB1487 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Local government; live audio or video broadcast and archive of meetings.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires localities in Virginia to provide a live video broadcast of public meetings of the local governing body and to archive such broadcasts on their website. The bill applies to all localities with access to internet service, without an exception for those who cannot provide the service for less than $100. The archived recordings must be made available to the public on the locality's website or on a separate free website or internet service.
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Bill Summary: Meetings of local governing body; live broadcast and archive. Requires localities to provide a live video broadcast of public meetings of the local governing body and to archive such broadcasts on their websites.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Marie March (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/06/2023
• Last Action: VOTE: DEFEATED (47-Y 49-N)
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OK bill #SB920 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Firearms; modifying scope of certain prohibited act; providing an exception; prohibiting the carry of firearms into certain places; deleting construing provisions. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing laws related to the unlawful carry of firearms in certain places. It modifies the scope of prohibited acts, provides exceptions, and prohibits the carry of firearms into certain additional locations, such as the State Capitol Building and public buildings used for open meetings. The bill also authorizes the concealed carry of handguns and the open carry of lawful firearms during the Oklahoma State Fair and Tulsa State Fair. Additionally, it allows public trusts and nonprofit entities to permit the open carry of lawful firearms on their properties. The bill prohibits the carry of concealed or unconcealed firearms at certain events and deletes some existing prohibitions.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to firearms; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1277, which relates to the unlawful carry of firearms in certain places; modifying scope of certain prohibited act; providing an exception; prohibiting the carry of firearms into certain places; deleting construing provisions; authorizing the concealed carry of handguns into buildings and on the fairgrounds during the Oklahoma State Fair and Tulsa State Fair; authorizing event holders to allow for the open carry of lawful firearms during Oklahoma State Fair and Tulsa State Fair; authorizing public trusts and nonprofit entities to allow for the open carry of lawful firearms on public trust property; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1290.22, which relates to the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act; prohibiting the carry of concealed or unconcealed firearms at certain events; deleting certain prohibition; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shane Jett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Public Safety
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OK bill #SB1092 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; removing expired language; authorizing public bodies to conduct meetings by videoconference. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to remove expired language and authorize public bodies to conduct meetings by videoconference. The key provisions include: allowing public bodies to hold meetings by videoconference where each member is visible and audible to the others and the public, requiring a quorum of members to be physically present at the meeting site, and allowing public participation and electronic materials sharing. The bill also specifies that executive sessions may not be conducted by videoconference, except for the Oklahoma Tax Commission meeting with taxpayers. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2023 and includes an emergency clause.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 307.1, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 182, O.S.L. 2022 (25 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 307.1), which relates to videoconferences and teleconferences; removing expired language; authorizing public bodies to conduct meetings by videoconference; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Newhouse (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Judiciary
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OK bill #HB2399 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Open meetings; Oklahoma Open Meeting Policy Act of 2023; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Oklahoma Open Meeting Policy Act of 2023", which sets forth new requirements for open meetings in Oklahoma. The bill establishes the policy that meetings of public bodies must be open to the public, with certain limited exceptions. The bill also specifies that it will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to open meetings; enacting the Oklahoma Open Meeting Policy Act of 2023; providing for noncodification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Kannady (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #SB220 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Practice of nursing; removing certain limitation on appointees to the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the law governing the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. It removes a requirement that the Governor appoint Board members from lists submitted by specific nursing organizations, and instead allows the Governor to consider recommendations from various nursing groups and individuals in the state. The bill also updates statutory references and language, and provides an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the practice of nursing; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 567.4, which relates to the Oklahoma Board of Nursing; removing certain limitation on appointees; permitting the Governor to consider certain recommendations; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Julie Daniels (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
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OK bill #HB2093 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Public meetings; Oklahoma Open Meeting Law Amendments Act of 2023; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, the Oklahoma Open Meeting Law Amendments Act of 2023, proposes to make changes to the state's public meeting laws. It will become effective on November 1, 2023, but the specific amendments are not provided in the given text. The bill's purpose is to update the Oklahoma Open Meeting Law, which governs when and how public bodies must hold open meetings that are accessible to the public.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public meetings; enacting the Oklahoma Open Meeting Law Amendments Act of 2023; providing for noncodification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jon Echols (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #SB807 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Medical marijuana; creating the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Commission. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Commission, which will be chaired by the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority. The Commission will be composed of 13 members representing various stakeholders, including the health community, law enforcement, the medical marijuana business community, and the legislature. The Commission will study, evaluate, and make recommendations for changes to state policy, rules, or statutes related to the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority. The Commission will prepare and issue an annual report of its findings and recommendations. Members of the Commission will not receive compensation but will be reimbursed for travel expenses, and the Commission's meetings will be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. The bill also requires the legislature to provide staffing for the Commission, and it will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to medical marijuana; creating the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Commission; authorizing the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority to chair; providing for composition of Commission; requiring Commission to prepare certain report; allowing for certain reimbursement; requiring Commission to be subject to Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; requiring the Legislature to provide staffing for Commission; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jessica Garvin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Business and Commerce
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OK bill #HB1915 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission; transferring duties to the Commission; authorizing Commission to appoint Executive Director; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission by removing its status as an advisory body and transferring its duties directly to the Commission. The bill authorizes the Commission to appoint an Executive Director and determine their compensation. Additionally, the bill outlines the Commission's powers, including the ability to sue and be sued, adopt bylaws, and promulgate rules. The bill also specifies the composition and organization of the Commission, including the required qualifications and removal process for members, and the quorum and voting requirements. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 2203, 2204 and 2206, which relate to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission; removing the Commission as an advisory body; transferring duties to the Commission; modifying powers and duties of Commission; authorizing Commission to appoint Executive Director; providing for determination of compensation by the Commission; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Andy Fugate (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #HB1021 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Firearms; prohibiting the carry of firearms into certain places; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma laws to modify the places where firearms are prohibited, including state-owned buildings, courthouses, schools, and certain public events. It allows concealed carry of handguns on fairgrounds during the Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fairs, and permits event holders to allow open carry of lawful firearms at those fairs. The bill also authorizes public trusts and nonprofit entities to allow open carry of lawful firearms on their properties. Additionally, it prohibits the carry of concealed or unconcealed firearms at certain events. The effective date of this bill is November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to firearms; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1277, which relates to the unlawful carry of firearms in certain places; modifying scope of certain prohibited act; providing an exception; prohibiting the carry of firearms into certain places; deleting construing provisions; authorizing the concealed carry of handguns into buildings and on fairgrounds during the Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fairs; authorizing event holders to allow for the open carry of lawful firearms during the Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fairs; authorizing public trusts and nonprofit entities to allow for the open carry of lawful firearms on public trust property; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1290.22, which relates to the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act; prohibiting the carry of concealed or unconcealed firearms at certain events; deleting certain prohibition; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/19/2022
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Olsen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/19/2022
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Public Safety
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OK bill #HB2076 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Charter schools; creating the Statewide Charter School Board; repealers; effective dates; emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Statewide Charter School Board to sponsor statewide virtual charter schools and charter schools in Oklahoma. The bill outlines the composition and authority of the new board, including transferring the responsibilities of the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board to the Statewide Charter School Board. It also establishes the Statewide Charter School Board Revolving Fund to support the board's operations. The bill makes various changes to the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act, including modifying eligibility for charter school sponsors, updating application and renewal processes, and establishing new requirements for charter school operations and governance. Additionally, the bill transfers oversight of certain charter school funds and reporting to the Statewide Charter School Board.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to charter schools; creating the Statewide Charter School Board; providing authority of board beginning on certain date; providing for membership; requiring initial appointments by certain date; providing terms of members; providing for annual election of chair and vice-chair; allowing a member to be removed for certain reasons; providing for filling of vacancies; prohibiting certain legislators from serving as members; providing for travel reimbursement; requiring first meeting of Board to be held by certain date; providing for frequency of meetings; specifying quorum requirements; requiring virtual charter schools to only be sponsored by the Statewide Charter School Board beginning on certain date; abolishing the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board upon certain date; providing for succession to certain rights, responsibilities, and agreements executed prior to certain date; providing for transfer of powers, duties, personnel, property, and other items; directing the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to coordinate certain transfers; providing for succession of certain contracts; providing for virtual charter school sponsorship contract renewal; providing for enforceability of certain administrative rules; granting rulemaking authority; providing for succession to certain rights, responsibilities, and agreements executed by the State Board of Education prior to certain date; directing Statewide Charter School Board to assume certain sponsorships; providing for certain sponsorship renewal; permitting certain charter schools to apply for sponsorship renewal with the Statewide Charter School Board; establishing powers and duties of the Statewide Charter School Board; reserving certain powers and duties for the State Board of Education; defining terms; providing for preparation of a conversion plan; requiring certain items to be included in plan; mandating conversion to school to comply with certain laws; exempting application of certain laws; providing for funding of conversion schools; describing process for conversion school reversion; requiring Board to make publicly available a list of certain courses beginning on certain date; directing the Board, in certain conjunction, to negotiate and enter into contracts with certain providers; creating the Statewide Charter School Board Revolving Fund; specifying sources of fund; providing for expenditures; providing purpose of fund; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-104, which relates to powers and duties of the State Board of Education; updating statutory references; modifying reference from the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board to the Statewide Charter School Board; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3-132, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022, 3-134, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2022, 3-136, 3-137, 3- 139, 3-140, 3-142, 3-143, and 3-144 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Sections 3-132 and 3-134), which relate to implementation of the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; modifying eligibility of certain entities to sponsor charter schools; updating entity reference; excepting existing charter schools from certain limitation; striking duplicative language; transferring certain training duty from the State Department of Education to the Statewide Charter School Board; requiring training after certain date for certain sponsors; establishing deadline for training development and implementation; modifying application process and contents for certain schools; requiring certain governing boards to meet monthly at a minimum; including copies of certain contracts in application; prohibiting certain entities from contracting with a private school; removing references to charter schools sponsored by certain entities; deleting limitation of physical locations for certain charter schools; striking appeals process for certain sponsor rejections; prohibiting delegation of certain responsibilities to a school district; providing for powers and duties of charter school and virtual charter school sponsors; requiring Statewide Charter School Board to post certain information on its website; modifying contents of certain written contracts beginning on certain date; providing exemption from certain statutes and rules for charter schools and virtual charter schools; requiring charter contract to describe educational program being offered; subjecting charter schools and virtual charter schools to certain limitations on spending; prescribing requirements for governing board members; subjecting governing board to certain conflict of interest requirements; requiring governing board to comply with certain instruction and continuing education requirements; requiring notification to sponsor of certain significant actions; requiring charter contracts to include certain performance provisions; authorizing sponsor to develop a separate performance framework; requiring submission of data in certain identical format; prescribing minimum framework for performance evaluation; including certain indicators of evaluation; requiring annual evaluation of performance framework; mandating presentation of evaluation results in certain open meeting; limiting provisions of charter contracts; permitting an applicant to hold multiple charter contracts; defining term; prohibiting certain schools from entering into certain employment contract under certain circumstances; providing for contents of employment contract; requiring disclosure of employment rights; prohibiting certain schools from serving certain students without certain contract; authorizing sponsor to establish certain requirements or conditions for certain schools; updating references; requiring certain school district to include charter school in bond issue planning; providing for increase in length of certain charter contracts; prescribing a performance report prior to the final year of a charter contract renewal; including certain information in report; permitting sponsor to require charter school to develop a corrective action plan; authorizing nonrenewal of contract in certain cases; deleting requirement of sponsor to appear before the State Board of Education in certain circumstances; requiring certain school to disclose revocation or nonrenewal in a subsequent application; including virtual charter schools in teacher salary and hiring provisions; updating statutory language; requiring certain school district to provide directory information for students residing in the district upon request; prescribing geographic boundaries for virtual charter schools; prohibiting certain students from participating in certain activities; permitting participation in intramural activities; designating certain students as transfer students; prescribing process for enrollment in virtual charter school; requiring transmission of student records within certain time; directing certain notification if technology infrastructure is inadequate; prescribing limitation of student transfers; defining term; prohibiting additional transfer without certain concurrence; providing a grace period for withdrawal; requiring certain notification; providing for transfer for students who have a parent or guardian in the military; prescribing process for transfer; defining terms; prohibiting the Statewide Charter School Board from charging a fee for administrative or other services; specifying how sponsor fee should be used; directing development of certain data codes for reporting expenditures; requiring sponsor to publish certain report on its website; mandating sponsor to present report in public meeting; providing content for report; updating statutory language; transferring oversight authority of the Charter School Closure Reimbursement Revolving Fund; reassigning duty to submit certain annual report; modifying authority over the Charter Schools Incentive Fund; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3-145.5, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 153, O.S.L. 2022 (70 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 3-145.5), 3-145.7, and 3-145.8, which relate to virtual charter schools; deleting outdated language; granting Statewide Virtual Charter School Board authority over certain revolving fund until certain date; transferring funds to certain revolving fund on certain date; updating statutory references to Statewide Charter School Board; requiring sponsor governing board to designate representative to complete annual sponsor workshop requirement; including specified topics in workshop; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-200, which relates to management organizations; requiring amounts paid to certain organizations be pursuant to contract terms; mandating disclosure pursuant to certain guidelines; updating statutory citations; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 18-124, which relates to limitations on administrative services expenditures; providing applicability of limitation to certain schools; clarifying calculation for specified schools; modifying definition; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1210.704, which relates to the provision of advanced placement courses; updating references to the Statewide Charter School Board; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3-135, 3-145.1, 3-145.2, 3-145.3, and 3-145.4, which relate to sponsor contract guidelines and meetings and rule promulgation of the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board; providing for codification; providing effective dates; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chad Caldwell (R)*, Adam Pugh (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Common Education
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OK bill #SB1025 • Last Action 02/07/2023
School district boards of education; removing requirement for certain hours of instruction. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma law to remove the requirement for school district board of education members to complete a certain number of hours of instruction on education issues within a specific timeframe after being elected or appointed. Instead, the bill makes such training optional and reduces the required number of training hours from 12 to 3, covering school finance, the Open Meeting Act, and school law and ethics. The bill also directs board members to represent the interests of their constituents, removes penalties for failing to complete training, and allows school districts to be charged for their members' training attendance. Additionally, the bill requires school districts, rather than the State Board of Education, to maintain and post records of board members' training completion on their website.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to school district boards of education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110, which relates to instruction for board of education members; removing outdated language; removing language requiring certain member to agree in writing to education requirements; allowing rather than requiring certain instruction; changing time period in which member may complete certain training; reducing number of hours of instruction; removing requirement for training in certain topics; removing ability for certain type of organization to offer certain training; removing education requirements for certain incumbent board members; directing board members to represent certain interests; removing language regarding penalties for failing to complete certain instruction; allowing a board member’s district to be charged for certain attendance upon completion; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110.2, which relates to attendance records of school board members; directing school districts to maintain records rather than the State Board of Education; requiring records to be posted on certain website; removing language regarding certain notification; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-110.1, which relates to continuing education requirements for board members; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shane Jett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #HB1920 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Open meetings; notices; Oklahoma Secretary of State; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma's open meetings law to require all public notices of meetings to be posted on the website of the Oklahoma Secretary of State as a PDF document. The original meeting notice document must remain available and unedited, and any additions or corrections to the notice must be posted in a subsequent PDF document. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to open meetings; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 303, which relates to open meeting notices; directing for all public notices of meetings to be posted to the website of the Oklahoma Secretary of State; providing certain document requirements; mandating that additions and corrections be posted in a subsequent document.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Andy Fugate (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Rules
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OK bill #SB1108 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; adding Judicial Nominating Commission to definition of public body; establishing purposes for permissible executive sessions. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act by adding the Judicial Nominating Commission to the definition of "public body" and establishing specific purposes for which the Commission can hold executive sessions, such as discussing the merits and qualifications of judicial candidates. The bill also prohibits legislators from attending certain executive sessions of the Judicial Nominating Commission. Additionally, the bill provides an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Sections 304, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 123, O.S.L. 2022, 307, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 182, O.S.L. 2022, and 310 (25 O.S. Supp. 2022, Sections 304 and 307), which relate to definitions and executive sessions; adding Judicial Nominating Commission to definition of public body; establishing purposes for permissible executive sessions; prohibiting attendance of legislators at certain executive sessions; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Dahm (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Judiciary
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OK bill #HB1771 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Schools; requiring school district boards of education to adopt policy allowing certain students to participate in certain activities; effective date; emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires school district boards of education to adopt a policy allowing students who are educated outside of the public school system (referred to as "students who are educated by other means") to participate in extracurricular activities offered by the student's resident school district. The policy must be published and include eligibility criteria, such as registering by July 1, paying fees, adhering to behavioral and academic standards, and complying with any rules and policies of the relevant school athletic association. The bill also amends the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act to require school athletic associations to allow participation of these students in interscholastic activities or contests offered by the student's resident district, subject to the provisions of the new law. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2023, and an emergency clause declares it necessary for the preservation of public peace, health, or safety.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to schools; defining terms; requiring school district boards of education to adopt policy allowing certain students to participate in certain activities; requiring publication of policy; providing eligibility criteria for participation; requiring compliance with academic standards; providing for agreed-upon method for evaluation of compliance; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 27-103, which relates to the Oklahoma Extracurricular Activities Accountability Act; requiring policy to allow participation of certain students in certain activities; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Kane (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Common Education
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OK bill #SB946 • Last Action 02/07/2023
School district boards of education; providing process for investigating certain complaints against board members. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires each school district board of education in Oklahoma to adopt a policy to receive, investigate, and resolve complaints that a board member has violated state law. The policy must include a mechanism for filing complaints, requirements for the complaint, and a process for investigating and reporting the findings to the State Department of Education. The Department may conduct additional investigations and refer complaints to law enforcement, and the State Board of Education can recommend removing a board member if they are found to have violated the law. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2023 and is declared an emergency.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to school district boards of education; requiring each school district board of education to adopt certain policy; providing contents of policy; clarifying ability to submit certain complaint to the State Department of Education; allowing the Department to take certain actions regarding a complaint; providing for promulgation of rules; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shane Jett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #HB1371 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; executive sessions; evaluations by public bodies; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to authorize public bodies to hold executive sessions for the purpose of self-evaluation. The bill also retains the existing provisions that allow executive sessions for discussing personnel matters, real estate transactions, confidential communications with an attorney, student expulsions and suspensions, matters involving handicapped children, confidential information protected by law, administrative proceedings, security matters related to state penitentiaries, and contract negotiations with the State Board of Corrections. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 307, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 182, O.S.L. 2022 (25 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 307), which relates to executive sessions; authorizing executive sessions related to self-evaluation by public body; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tammy West (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to General Government
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OK bill #SB928 • Last Action 02/07/2023
School employees; prohibiting public schools after certain date from recognizing certain collective bargaining units. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits public schools in Oklahoma from recognizing employee organizations or professional educators' associations as collective bargaining units or collectively bargaining with them after a certain date. It also repeals existing laws related to negotiations between school employees and school districts. The bill provides that existing collective bargaining agreements will remain valid until their expiration, and allows public school employees to form organizations or associations to promote their interests. The bill also makes various other changes to laws related to school employees and operations.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to school employees; defining terms; providing for applicability; prohibiting public schools after certain date from recognizing certain organization or association as a collective bargaining unit; prohibiting public schools after certain date from collectively bargaining or entering into certain contract; providing for unenforceability of certain contracts or agreements; providing certain construction; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1-109, which relates to the school year; removing reference to certain agreement; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-127, which relates to review and comment of educational improvement plans; updating statutory language; removing reference to bargaining agent; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-129.3, which relates to the Empowered Schools and School Districts Act; updating statutory reference; removing references to collective bargaining agreements and employee organizations; updating statutory language; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-135, which relates to charter school sponsors; updating statutory language; removing reference to employer-employee bargaining; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-113.1, which relates to board of education members and school district employees; updating statutory language; removing reference to collective bargaining agreements; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-117.5, which relates to insurance for school employees; updating statutory language; removing reference to an agreement with a bargaining unit; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6- 101.42, which relates to support employee wage increase; removing reference to collective bargaining agreement; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 14-108.1, which relates to insurance for technology center school employees; updating statutory language; removing reference to an agreement with a bargaining unit; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 509.11, which relates to statewide professional educators' associations; removing reference to employee organization and collective bargaining agreement; updating statutory language; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1210.544, which relates to identification of schools in need of improvement; updating statutory language; removing reference to bargaining unit; repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 3-129.8, 18-114.8, 509.1, 509.2, 509.2a, 509.3, 509.6, 509.7, 509.8, 509.9, and 509.10, which relate to negotiations between school employees and school districts; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shane Jett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #SB237 • Last Action 02/07/2023
Boards of education; modifying term of office of school district and technology center school district board of education members. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the laws governing the terms of office for school district and technology center school district board of education members. The key provisions are: - The term of office for school district board of education members is reduced from 4 years to 3 years, with current members allowed to complete their existing terms. - The term of office for the chair of a school district board of education in districts with over 30,000 students is also reduced from 4 years to 3 years, with current chairs allowed to complete their existing terms. - The term of office for technology center school district board of education members is reduced from 4 years to 3 years, with current members allowed to complete their existing terms. - The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2023 and declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to boards of education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 5-107A and 5-107B, which relate to board membership and election procedures; updating statutory references; modifying term of office of board of education members and chair; clarifying applicability to current board members and chair; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 14-110, which relates to technology center school district boards of education; modifying term of office of board members; clarifying applicability to current board members; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dana Prieto (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/10/2023
• Last Action: Second Reading referred to Education
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OK bill #SR1 • Last Action 02/06/2023
Resolution; allowing public comment at committee and subcommittee hearings.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: A Resolution to change Senate Rules for the 59th Legislature to allow for public comment at committee and subcommittee hearings; and directing distribution.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Dahm (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Authored by Senator Dahm
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GA bill #HB152 • Last Action 02/02/2023
Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; adopt
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, which establishes a framework to facilitate the mobility of teachers across member states. The key provisions include: - Creating a streamlined pathway for teachers to obtain licensure in other member states, including for active military members and their eligible spouses. - Allowing member states to share information and investigative/disciplinary records on teachers. - Establishing the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission to oversee the implementation of the compact, including rulemaking authority, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms. - Detailing the membership, governance, and financing of the commission. - Outlining the process for states to join, withdraw from, and amend the compact. The overall goal is to remove barriers to the employment of out-of-state teachers and support the retention of teachers by facilitating license portability across state lines.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to education, so as to adopt the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact; to provide for a short title; to provide for the purpose and policy of said compact; to provide for definitions; to provide for the licensures that are and are not included in the compact; to provide for licensure qualifications and requirements; to provide for construction; to provide for the establishment of the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission; to provide for the members of said commission and their service; to provide for an executive committee and its membership and duties; to provide for the powers, duties, organization, and operations of the commission; to provide for oversight, enforcement, and dispute resolution; to provide for financing of the interstate commission; to provide for member states, effective date, and amendments; to provide for withdrawal and dissolution; to provide for binding effect and other laws; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Sandra Scott (D)*, Viola Davis (D)*, Kim Schofield (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/01/2023
• Last Action: House Second Readers
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MA bill #H2024 • Last Action 02/01/2023
The adopted permanent House Rules for the 193rd General Court governing the 2023-2024 legislative session
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the permanent House Rules for the 193rd General Court governing the 2023-2024 legislative session. The key provisions include rules on the duties and powers of the Speaker, the Clerk, and various House committees, such as the committee on Rules, the committee on Ways and Means, and the committee on Ethics. The rules also cover procedures for introducing and considering bills, petitions, and resolutions, as well as rules around voting, debate, and conduct of members, officers, and employees. The bill also establishes an Equal Employment Opportunity Officer and a Director of Human Resources to oversee policies and procedures related to harassment, discrimination, and professional conduct.
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Bill Summary: The adopted permanent House Rules for the 193rd General Court governing the 2023-2024 legislative session
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• Introduced: 02/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Galvin (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/01/2023
• Last Action: H2023, published as amended
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MA bill #H2023 • Last Action 02/01/2023
Order for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 193rd General Court governing the 2023-2024 legislative session
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the rules governing the 193rd General Court (2023-2024 session) of the Massachusetts House of Representatives. The key provisions of the bill include: The Speaker shall preside over the House, preserve order and decorum, and make appointments to leadership positions and committees. A Speaker Pro Tempore shall be appointed to assist the Speaker. The House shall not be called to order before 10 AM or meet past midnight without unanimous consent. All House sessions and committee meetings must follow transparency and open meeting requirements, with public notice, access, and recording. The Clerk shall serve as the House's parliamentarian and official record keeper. Committees shall be established to oversee various aspects of House operations, including ethics, human resources, and scheduling. Rules are provided for the drafting and consideration of bills and resolves, voting procedures, debate, and conduct of members. The bill also establishes new policies and procedures for addressing harassment and promoting professional standards.
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Bill Summary: Order for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 193rd General Court governing the 2023-2024 legislative session
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• Introduced: 01/31/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 193rd General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Galvin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/31/2023
• Last Action: Published as amended, see H2024
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IL bill #HB1356 • Last Action 01/31/2023
CONSOLIDATE RTA SERVICE BOARDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill consolidates the Chicago Transit Authority, Suburban Bus Board, and Commuter Rail Board into the Regional Transportation Authority. On January 1, 2024, the Chicago Transit Authority becomes a division of the Regional Transportation Authority, the Suburban Bus Board and Commuter Rail Board are abolished, and the Regional Transportation Authority Board will directly operate the Suburban Bus Division and Commuter Rail Division. The bill creates various committees composed of directors of the Regional Transportation Authority Board to oversee the operations of each division. The bill also makes conforming changes to other laws.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act. Provides that, on January 1, 2024 the Chicago Transit Authority shall become a division of the Regional Transportation Authority. Abolishes the Chicago Transit Board and provides that the Board of Directors of the Regional Transportation Authority will serve as the Board of the Chicago Transit Authority. Makes conforming changes. Amends the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Provides that, on January 1, 2024 the Suburban Bus Board and the Commuter Rail Board are abolished and that the Board of Directors of the Regional Transportation Authority will directly operate the Suburban Bus Division and the Commuter Rail Division of the Regional Transit Authority. Creates various committees composed of Directors of the Board of the Regional Transportation Authority, including committees to oversee the operations of each Division of the Authority. Makes conforming changes. Amends the Open Meetings Act, State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971, and the Illinois Municipal Code making conforming changes. Effective January 1, 2024.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Ugaste (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/23/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HJRCA0001 • Last Action 01/31/2023
CON AMEND-REDISTRICTING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: Proposes to amend the Legislature Article of the Illinois Constitution. Removes the requirement for each Legislative District to be divided into two Representative Districts. Modifies provisions concerning legislative redistricting. Provides specified requirements for each Legislative District, Representative District, and Congressional District for redistricting purposes. Replaces the current method of legislative redistricting. Provides for the creation of a sixteen-member commission, appointed by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and the most senior Supreme Court Justice of a different political party, in accordance with specified criteria. Requires the commission to adopt and file with the Secretary of State redistricting plans for Legislative, Representative, and Congressional Districts following a series of public hearings by August 1 of the year following a federal decennial census. Permits the public to submit redistricting plans during the redistricting process for consideration by the Commission. Specifies that, if a redistricting plan is not adopted by August 1 of the year following a federal decennial census, then a seventeenth member shall be appointed to the commission and redistricting plans shall be filed by September 1. Adds provisions concerning the membership of the commission and budgetary matters related to the commission. Effective upon being declared adopted and applicable to redistricting beginning in 2031 and to the election of General Assembly members beginning in 2032.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ryan Spain (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/18/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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KS bill #HR6004 • Last Action 01/31/2023
Providing the permanent rules of the House of Representatives for the 2023-2024 biennium.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A RESOLUTION adopting the permanent rules of the House of Representatives for the 2023-2024 biennium.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Dan Hawkins (R)*, Chris Croft (R), Vic Miller (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 01/31/2023
• Last Action: House Enrolled on Monday, January 30, 2023
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MN bill #SF847 • Last Action 01/27/2023
Family foster care and adoption legislative task force establishment and appropriation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Family Foster Care and Adoption Legislative Task Force to evaluate and make recommendations on improving foster care licensing and adoption or kinship placement processes, as well as ensuring that children with severe disabilities have necessary specialized care in out-of-home placements. The task force will consist of 18 members, including legislators, state agency representatives, county and tribal social services providers, adoptive parents, foster care license holders, disability advocates, and child advocacy organizations. The task force is required to submit a report with its recommendations and any necessary draft legislation by January 1, 2025. The bill also appropriates $ from the general fund to the Legislative Coordinating Commission for the task force's work, which is a one-time appropriation.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; establishing a legislative task force on family foster care and adoption; requiring a report; appropriating money.
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• Introduced: 01/26/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Eric Lucero (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/26/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Health and Human Services
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VT bill #H0042 • Last Action 01/26/2023
An act relating to temporary alternative procedures for annual municipal meetings and electronic meetings of public bodies
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides temporary alternative procedures for annual municipal meetings and electronic meetings of public bodies in Vermont. It allows municipal legislative bodies to move the date of annual meetings to a later date in the same year, permits municipalities to apply the Australian ballot system to annual meetings by vote of the legislative body, and allows municipalities to conduct public informational hearings electronically. The bill also temporarily suspends the requirement for a designated physical meeting location, allowing public bodies to meet electronically and post meeting agendas and notices in electronic locations. Additionally, the bill suspends the school budget ballot language requirement for 2023 and 2024. These temporary authorities are set to expire on July 1, 2024.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to temporary alternative procedures for annual municipal meetings and electronic meetings of public bodies.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 0 : Government Operations and Military Affairs
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 01/27/2023
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on January 25, 2023
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IA bill #SSB1012 • Last Action 01/25/2023
A bill for an act establishing the professional counselors licensure compact.(See SF 127.)
Status: Dead
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to the adoption of the professional S.F. _____ counselors interstate licensure compact. The compact establishes a system whereby professional counselors licensed to practice in one member state may practice in another member state under a compact privilege without applying for a license in that state. The compact imposes certain minimum requirements on the licensure of professional counselors in member states. The compact becomes effective upon enactment of the compact by 10 states. The compact creates a commission to administer the operation of the compact. The commission is an instrumentality of the member states. The compact includes provisions relating to the purpose, establishment, and membership of the commission; powers and privileges of the commission; active duty military personnel; telehealth; adverse actions; joint investigations; meetings and voting requirements; commission bylaws and rules; commission committees; commission finances; records of the commission; compact state compliance; venue for judicial proceedings; qualified immunity, defense, and indemnification; data and reporting; rulemaking; oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement; technical assistance and termination; effective dates and amendments to the compact; withdrawal, default, and expulsion; severability and construction; and the binding effect of the compact and other laws.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0 : Health And Human Services
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/10/2023
• Last Action: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 127.
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IA bill #HF24 • Last Action 01/25/2023
A bill for an act adopting the psychology interjurisdictional compact.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates an interstate compact, called the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, that allows psychologists licensed in one state to practice telepsychology (providing psychological services via telecommunication technologies) with patients in other compact states and to practice in-person psychology on a temporary basis in other compact states. The compact establishes a commission to oversee its implementation and administration, with provisions for information-sharing, adverse actions against psychologists, and dispute resolution. The compact takes effect once it is enacted into law by seven states.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates an interstate compact to allow psychologists from other states to practice telepsychology with patients living in Iowa, to practice “face-to-face” psychology on a temporary basis in Iowa, and to allow Iowa psychologists to practice telepsychology with patients in other states. The compact is intended to authorize regulatory authorities to afford legal recognition, in a manner consistent with the terms of the compact, to psychologists licensed in another state. The compact does not apply when a psychologist is licensed in both the “home” and “receiving” states. A commission is created to oversee the compact, which is effective upon the enactment into law by the seventh compact state.
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• Introduced: 01/12/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 90th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Bergan (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/12/2023
• Last Action: Tabled until future meeting. Vote Total: 3-0.
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MN bill #HF198 • Last Action 01/23/2023
Open meeting participation from a nonpublic location conditions amended.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the conditions for participation in an open meeting from a nonpublic location. Previously, this was only allowed during a declared state of emergency, but the bill removes that limitation. Now, a member of a public body can participate from a nonpublic location up to three times per calendar year if they are serving in the military or have been advised by a healthcare professional not to be in a public place for personal or family medical reasons.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to local government; amending the conditions for participation in an open meeting from a nonpublic location; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 13D.02, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 3 : Erin Koegel (D)*, Rick Hansen (D), Mike Freiberg (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/09/2023
• Last Action: Second reading
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PA bill #SB163 • Last Action 01/19/2023
In open meetings, further providing for use of equipment during meetings and for General Assembly meetings covered.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to further provide for the use of equipment during open meetings and to specify which General Assembly meetings are covered under the law. The key provisions are: 1) The Senate and House of Representatives may still adopt rules governing the recording or broadcast of their sessions, meetings, and hearings, with an exception for meetings covered under section 712(b); 2) Section 712 now specifies that all meetings of committees where bills are considered, all hearings where testimony is taken, and all sessions of the Senate and House of Representatives are covered under the law; and 3) The Senate and House are required to record and post these covered meetings and hearings on the General Assembly's website, and to provide live-stream video when technically possible.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in open meetings, further providing for use of equipment during meetings and for General Assembly meetings covered.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Pat Stefano (R)*, Kristin Phillips-Hill (R), Doug Mastriano (R), Camera Bartolotta (R), Jay Costa (D), Tracy Pennycuick (R), Maria Collett (D), Carolyn Comitta (D), Art Haywood (D), Lindsey Williams (D), Ryan Aument (R), Amanda Cappelletti (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/19/2023
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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VA bill #SB1197 • Last Action 01/19/2023
Higher educational institutions, public; transparency.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill imposes several transparency requirements on the governing boards of public institutions of higher education in Virginia. The key provisions include: 1. Requiring the institutions to report annually on the number and salaries of diversity officers, government relations officers, and the total value of any lobbying contracts. 2. Mandating that institutions make publicly available on their websites annual reports on the expenses of associated foundations, including the percentages used for diversity, equity, and opportunity compensation, government relations and lobbying activities, and compensation of the chief executive officer. 3. Directing institutions to record and livestream all meetings of the full board and its committees, and make the recordings publicly available within 10 business days. 4. Requiring institutions to hold a public meeting at least 120 days before any vote to enter into or renew a contract for the employment of the chief executive officer, to allow for public comment on the contract. The bill aims to increase transparency and oversight over public universities in Virginia, particularly regarding their finances, executive compensation, and lobbying activities.
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Bill Summary: Public institutions of higher education; transparency. Imposes several requirements on governing boards of public institutions of higher education relating to transparency, including requirements to (i) report by September 1 of each year to the Chairmen of the House Committees on Appropriations and Education and the Senate Committees on Finance and Appropriations and Education and Health the number of diversity officers and government relations officers employed by the institution and the salary of each such officer and the total value of any contract with any outside individual or entity to provide lobbying services for the institution; (ii) record video of each meeting of the full board and its committees and make publicly available on the institution's website in a position of prominence a link that permits any member of the public to livestream each meeting of the full board and its committees and, within 10 business days after the date of any meeting of the full board or any of its committees, view video recordings for each such meeting; and (iii) prior to any vote to enter into or renew a contract for the employment of the chief executive officer of the institution, hold a public meeting to provide an opportunity for written, virtual, and in-person public comment on such contract at least 120 days prior to any such meeting at which it will vote to enter into or renew such contract and provide notice of such public meeting in accordance with relevant law. The bill also requires each public institution of higher education to make publicly available on the institution's website in a position of prominence and present annually to the governing board of the institution an annual report regarding foundations associated with the institution setting forth foundation expenses that includes the percentage of expenditures used for diversity, equity, and opportunity compensation, government relations and lobbying activities, and compensation of the chief executive officer. Public institutions of higher education; transparency. Imposes several requirements on governing boards of public institutions of higher education relating to transparency, including requirements to (i) report by September 1 of each year to the Chairmen of the House Committees on Appropriations and Education and the Senate Committees on Finance and Appropriations and Education and Health the number of diversity officers and government relations officers employed by the institution and the salary of each such officer and the total value of any contract with any outside individual or entity to provide lobbying services for the institution; (ii) record video of each meeting of the full board and its committees and make publicly available on the institution's website in a position of prominence a link that permits any member of the public to livestream each meeting of the full board and its committees and, within 10 business days after the date of any meeting of the full board or any of its committees, view video recordings for each such meeting; and (iii) prior to any vote to enter into or renew a contract for the employment of the chief executive officer of the institution, hold a public meeting to provide an opportunity for written, virtual, and in-person public comment on such contract at least 120 days prior to any such meeting at which it will vote to enter into or renew such contract and provide notice of such public meeting in accordance with relevant law. The bill also requires each public institution of higher education to make publicly available on the institution's website in a position of prominence and present annually to the governing board of the institution an annual report regarding foundations associated with the institution setting forth foundation expenses that includes the percentage of expenditures used for diversity, equity, and opportunity compensation, government relations and lobbying activities, and compensation of the chief executive officer.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2023
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Bryce Reeves (R)*, John Cosgrove (R), Travis Hackworth (R), Stephen Newman (R), Mark Obenshain (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/10/2023
• Last Action: Passed by indefinitely in Education and Health (12-Y 3-N)
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DC bill #PR25-0001 • Last Action 01/17/2023
Rules of Organization and Procedure for the Council of the District of Columbia, Council Period 25, Resolution of 2023
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: , established by section 401 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.01). (12) “Councilmember” or “Member” means a member of the Council, established by section 401 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.01), and includes the Chairman, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (13) “Council Period” means the legislative session of the Council beginning at noon on January 2nd of each odd-numbered year and ending at noon on January 2nd of the following odd-numbered year. (14) “Council website” means the website with the domain name of dccouncil.gov. (15) “Earmarked grant” means a funding allocation directed to a named recipient for a specific purpose through a budget act. (16) “Emergency declaration resolution” means a resolution declaring the existence of emergency circumstances within the meaning of section 412(a) of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.12(a)). (17) “Engrossing” or “engrossment” means the process by which the text of a bill that has passed any reading prior to final reading is prepared for final reading. (18) “Enrolling” or “enrollment” means the process by which the text of a measure that has passed final reading is finally prepared. (19) “Fiscal impact statement” means a statement prepared by the Chief Financial Officer or the Budget Director that includes an estimate of the costs that may be incurred by the District as a result of the enactment of a measure in the current fiscal year and over the 4-year financial plan. (20) “Grant budget modification request” means any grant budget modification request required to be submitted by the Mayor to the Council pursuant to section 446B of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.46b). (21) “Home Rule Act” means the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, approved December 24, 1973 (87 Stat. 774; D.C. Official Code § 1-201.01 et seq.). (22) “Independent agency” means an agency of the District of Columbia government not subject to the administrative control of the Mayor. (23) “Legal sufficiency determination” means a statement prepared by the General Counsel that shows that a measure has been reviewed by the Office of the General Counsel and determined to be legally sufficient. (24) “Main motion” means a motion relating to the passing of a law or consideration of a legislative proposal. (25) “Mayor” means the Mayor of the District of Columbia, established by section 421 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.21). (26) “Measure” means a bill, resolution, or amendment to a bill or resolution, a main motion pending before the Council or before a committee of the COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Council, or a proposed reorganization plan, reprogramming request, grant budget modification request, proposed state plan, contract, or proposed municipal regulation transmitted by law to the Council for its approval. (27) “Meeting” means, except for the purposes of Rules 371 through 376, the formal convening of a committee or the Council, other than solely for the purpose of receiving testimony, held at a designated time and place for the purpose of transacting public business, including official action of any kind. (28) “Normal business hours” means 9:00 a.m. through 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays. (29) “Official action” shall have the same meaning as provided in section 742 of the Home Rule Act (D.C. Official Code § 1-207.42). (30) “Person” means an individual, partnership, association, corporation, or any other organization. (31) “Racial equity” shall have the same meaning as provided in section 101 of the Racial Equity Achieves Results (REACH) Amendment Act of 2020, effective March 16, 2021 (D.C. Law 23-181; D.C. Official Code § 2-1471.01). (32) “Racial Equity Impact Assessment” means a statement prepared by the Director of Racial Equity that includes an assessment of the potential impact on racial equity of enacting a bill or resolution. (33) “Reading” means, within the meaning of section 412 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.12), an opportunity for the Members to debate and vote on proposed legislation at a regular or additional legislative meeting of the Council. (34) “Recess of the Council” or “Council Recess” means periods of time during which regularly scheduled meetings of the Council are not held; i.e., July 15th through September 15th of each year, December 23rd through December 31st of each year, April 14th through April 22th, 2023, and April 12th through April 20th, 2024. (35) “Register” means the District of Columbia Register. (36) “Remuneration” means the rate or level of compensation to be paid an employee for the performance of the employee’s duties up to and including, but no more than, the maximum authorized and appropriated by law. (37) “Reprogramming Policy Act” means Subchapter IV of Chapter 3 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code (D.C. Official Code § 47-361 et seq.). (38) “Reprogramming request” means any reprogramming request submitted to the Council pursuant to the Reprogramming Policy Act (D.C. Official Code § 47-363). COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (39) “Resolution” shall have the same meaning as provided in section 412(a) of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.12(a)). (40) “Sense of the Council resolution” means a resolution to express the Council’s sentiment or opinion regarding a situation, practice, or event. (41) “Short title” means the term by which an act or resolution may be cited. (42) “Subpoena” means subpoena ad testificandum or subpoena duces tecum, or both. (43) “Transcription” means a verbatim recordation, including a tape or video recording. ARTICLE II—ORGANIZATION. A. OATH OF OFFICE AND OFFICIAL CONDUCT. 201. OATH OF OFFICE. (a) On January 2nd of each odd-numbered year, a Councilmember whose term of office begins at that time shall take and subscribe an oath of office in accordance with subsection (c) of this section. The oath of office to a Councilmember shall be administered by a person of the Councilmember’s choosing who is legally authorized to administer oaths. The Secretary shall supply printed copies of the oath that shall be subscribed by the Councilmembers, returned to the Secretary, and recorded in the Council records as conclusive proof of the fact that the signer took the oath in accordance with law. (b) A Councilmember whose term of office does not begin at the beginning of a Council Period shall take and subscribe the oath of office as soon as practicable after the Councilmember has been duly certified as having been elected or selected for the position. (c) The oath of office shall be as follows: “I, (Councilmember’s name), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the laws of the United States of America and of the District of Columbia, and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States and the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, and will faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter.” 202. CODE OF OFFICIAL CONDUCT AND COUNCIL POLICIES. (a) Councilmembers and staff shall maintain a high level of ethical conduct in connection with the performance of their official duties and shall refrain from taking, ordering, or participating in any official action that would adversely affect the confidence of the public in the integrity of the District government. In connection with the performance of official duties, Councilmembers and staff shall strive to act solely in COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV the public interest and not for any direct and tangible personal gain and shall not take an official action on a matter as to which they have a conflict of interest created by a personal, family, client, or business interest. (b) Councilmembers and staff shall take full responsibility for understanding and complying with the letter and spirit of all laws and regulations governing standards of conduct for District public officials and employees, including those relating to conduct, conflicts of interest, gifts, disclosures, campaign finance, political activity, and freedom of information. Councilmembers and staff shall specifically adhere to the Code of Official Conduct of the Council of the District of Columbia. (c)(1) The Council shall proactively review the District’s overall ethics program, including structure, training, enforcement, and overall ethics culture, and work to comply with national standards for the creation of effective compliance and ethics programs. (2) The Ethics Counselor for the Council shall periodically conduct training on the conflict of interest and ethics laws and regulations applicable to Councilmembers and staff. Ethics training materials, including summary guidelines to all applicable laws and regulations, shall be prepared by the Ethics Counselor for the Council and made readily available on the Council’s website. (d) Councilmembers and staff shall adhere to the Sexual Harassment Policy. A violation of the Sexual Harassment Policy shall constitute a violation of these rules. (e) All Councilmembers and employees shall complete mandatory trainings as follows: (1) Ethics training with the Office of the General Counsel within 2 months after beginning employment with the Council, and on an annual basis thereafter; and (2) Equal employment opportunity training on an annual basis, which shall include training on sexual harassment and retaliation. B. EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE COUNCIL. 211. CHAIRMAN. The Chairman shall be the presiding and chief executive officer of the Council. 212. CHAIRMAN PRO TEMPORE. At the beginning of each Council Period or the next Legislative session after the position is vacated, the Chairman shall nominate one Councilmember as Chairman Pro Tempore who shall act in the place of the Chairman when the Chairman is absent or is recused. The Council shall, by resolution, act on the nomination. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 213. VACANCY IN OFFICE OF CHAIRMAN. Whenever a vacancy occurs in the Office of the Chairman or if the Chairman is serving as Acting Mayor, the Chairman Pro Tempore selected pursuant to Rule 212 shall convene the Council. The Council shall, by resolution, elect one of its at-large members as Chairman and another at-large member as Chairman Pro Tempore until the vacancy in the Office of Chairman is filled or until the return of the regularly elected Chairman. C. COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP. 221. SELECTION. At the organizational meeting convened in accordance with Rule 301 at the beginning of the Council Period, the Chairman shall nominate the chairperson and members of each committee of the Council, and the Council shall, by resolution, act on the Chairman’s nominations. 222. CHAIRMAN AS EX OFFICIO MEMBER. The Chairman shall be an ex officio, voting member of all committees and subcommittees. The Chairman may be counted for purposes of a quorum but shall not increase the quorum requirement for the committee or subcommittee. 223. VACANCIES. Whenever a vacancy occurs in the membership or chair of a committee, the Chairman may nominate a Councilmember to fill the vacancy, and the Council shall, by resolution, act on the Chairman’s nomination. 224. DISTRIBUTION OF RESPONSIBILITY. No individual Member may permanently chair more than one standing committee. The principle of seniority shall be respected in the assignment of committee chairs. 225. PARTICIPATION OF MEMBERS IN COMMITTEE MEETINGS. (a) Any Councilmember may attend the meeting of any committee and may participate in committee discussions, but only a committee member may make a motion or cast a vote. (b) Any Councilmember may participate fully in a hearing or roundtable of any committee. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 226. RULES OF COMMITTEES. (a) Each committee shall adopt written rules, at its first meeting, to govern its procedures. The committee rules shall incorporate the following requirements: (1) The scheduling of regular meeting days for conducting business, which shall not conflict with the time of other committees’ regular meetings; (2) A procedure for rescheduling or cancelling a regular meeting; (3) A procedure for holding additional meetings to be called by the chairperson; (4) A procedure for holding special meetings, which shall be called at the request of a majority of the members of the committee; (5) Procedures to govern the chairing of a committee meeting in the absence of the chairperson; (6) Procedures for keeping a complete record of all committee action, including roll-call votes; (7) If, at the time of approval of a measure by a committee, a member of the committee gives notice of the intention to submit supplemental, minority, or additional views, that member shall be entitled to not less than 5 business days within which to file the views, which shall be included in the report of the committee on the measure; (8) A procedure for amending the committee rules by a vote of a majority of the committee; (9) A requirement that if an oral amendment is moved during a committee meeting, it shall, upon request by a member, be reduced to writing and read by the Committee Director or other Committee staff, and made available for public inspection as soon as practicable; (10) A requirement for the circulation of notice of the date, hour, and place of all committee meetings to all Councilmembers at least 24 hours before the date of the meeting, along with a copy of the agenda of the meeting, a draft of any measures to be considered, and, if required pursuant to Rule 803(e)(5), a comparative print, unless at least 4 members of the committee agree, in a written record, to a shorter notice; and (11) A procedure for providing at least 24 hours’ notice of the cancellation of a meeting. (b) The provisions of these Rules shall be considered rules of the committee. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (c) When these Rules are silent, a committee may adopt additional rules. Committee rules adopted under this section shall be consistent with these Rules and other applicable law and shall be filed with the Secretary and posted on the Council website. 227. COMMITTEE-ACTIVITY REPORT. Each committee shall file a committee-activity report before the end of each Council Period that details the committee’s oversight and legislative activities during that Council Period. The format and content of the committee-activity report shall be determined by the Secretary. D. STANDING COMMITTEES. 231. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. (a) The Committee of the Whole is responsible for the annual budget, including amendments, additions, or supplements to the budget and any revised, supplemental, or deficiency budget; coordinating the Council’s relationships with the Congress and the Federal executive branch; monitoring the progress of Council legislation through Congress; monitoring the status of original legislative proposals in Congress that may affect the District, the Council, or its legislation; amendments to the District Charter; Council appointments to boards and commissions; public space naming; street and alley acquisition and closing; reapportionment and realignment of the political subdivisions of the District; Council administration and personnel; the scheduling of all matters for consideration by the Council in the legislative meeting; legislative matters related to the District as a political entity, including self-determination and statehood; matters affecting the Freedom of Information Act; coordinating the Council’s relationships with appropriate regional, state, and national associations and organizations; the Council’s relationship with regional authorities and other regional bodies and organizations not specifically assigned to other committees; all matters related to public education, including matters exclusively concerning the University of the District of Columbia or the Community College of the District of Columbia; District employees’ retirement; the development of the Comprehensive Plan and other matters pertaining to land use; revision and codification of Title 49 of the D.C. Official Code; international business and affairs; all matters relating to building plans, construction permits, building inspections, building maintenance, and building safety; and other matters assigned to it by these Rules or by the Chairman. (b) The Chairman is the chairperson of the Committee of the Whole, and its members include all members of the Council. The Committee of the Whole shall meet on the third Tuesday of each month, except during periods of Council Recess, in a work session to consider measures that have been reported and timely filed by committees pursuant to subsection (c) of this section. The Chairman shall prepare the agenda for each meeting of the Committee of the Whole. The Chairman may not withhold a measure properly reported and timely filed by another committee from the agenda of a COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV regular Committee of the Whole meeting, and the Chairman may not hold a measure in the Committee of the Whole that has been properly reported by another committee unless the Committee of the Whole votes to table, postpone, or recommit the measure. (c)(1) Except as provided in Rule 314, each measure reported by the committees of the Council identified in Rules 232 to 240 shall be referred to the Committee of the Whole for a review of its legal sufficiency and technical compliance with the drafting rules of the Council; for ascertaining completion of the record; for a determination of the sufficiency of the fiscal impact statement; and for scheduling for a legislative meeting. (2) No measure may be reported by a committee for consideration at the Committee of the Whole unless the measure was accompanied by a fiscal impact statement and a legal sufficiency determination, as required by Rules 309 and 310, respectively, at the time of committee markup. (3) A measure and accompanying committee report, reported by a committee for consideration at the Committee of the Whole, may be presented by the chairperson of the committee or by another member of the committee designated by the chairperson of the committee. In the absence of the chairperson of the committee and the designation of a member of the committee, the Chairman shall present the measure and committee report for consideration at the Committee of the Whole. (4) If amendments have been made to a measure by a committee that are substantial and outside the legislative jurisdiction of the committee, the Chairman may refer the measure to the relevant committee before the legislation is scheduled for a legislative meeting. (5) The Secretary shall prepare a log of committee reports that have been filed timely for review by the Committee of the Whole. The log may be updated to reflect additional filings as of noon on the third business day before the Committee of the Whole meeting. (d) Notwithstanding any other provision of the Rules, the Committee of the Whole may hold a hearing or roundtable, or conduct an investigation, on any matter relating to District affairs. (e) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee of the Whole: Board for the Condemnation of Insanitary Buildings Board of Industrial Trades Board of Review of Anti-Deficiency Violations Board of Zoning Adjustment Commemorative Works Committee Commission and Office on Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes Commission on the Arts and Humanities COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Common Lottery Board Community Schools Advisory Committee Construction Codes Coordinating Board Council of the District of Columbia Department of Buildings (jointly with the Committee on Facilities and Family Services) District of Columbia Education Research Practice Partnership Review Panel District of Columbia Educational Opportunity for Military Children State Council District of Columbia Public Charter School Board District of Columbia Public Schools District of Columbia Retirement Board, including the District of Columbia Police Officers and Fire Fighters’ Retirement Fund and the Teachers’ Retirement Fund District of Columbia State Athletics Commission District Retiree Health Contribution Healthy Youth and Schools Commission Higher Education Licensure Commission Historic Preservation Review Board Interagency Coordinating Council Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission Law Revision Commission Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments National Capital Planning Commission New Columbia Statehood Commission Office of Budget and Planning Office of the District of Columbia Auditor Office of Planning Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education Office of the Ombudsman for Public Education Office of the State Superintendent of Education (including Advisory Panel on Special Education, Early Childhood Development Coordinating Council) Office of the Statehood Delegation Office of the Student Advocate Office of Zoning Other Post-Employment Benefits Fund Advisory Committee Pay-As-You-Go Capital Public Charter School Credit Enhancement Fund Committee State Board of Education Students in the Care of D.C. Coordinating Committee Tax Revision Commission Tobacco Settlement Financing Corporation University of the District of Columbia COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Zoning Commission 232. COMMITTEE ON BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT. (a) The Committee on Business and Economic Development is responsible for matters concerning small and local business development policy; matters related to economic, industrial, and commercial development; the disposition of property for economic development purposes; joint jurisdiction with the Committee on Housing for New Communities; the regulation of alcoholic beverages; public utilities; the establishment and oversight of business improvement districts (“BIDs”); matters relating to taxation and revenue for the operation of the government of the District of Columbia; industrial-revenue bonds; general-obligation bond acts and revenue anticipation notes; and the regulation of banks and banking activities, securities, and insurance, including private health insurance, but not including the Health Benefit Exchange. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Business and Economic Development: Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration Board of Accountancy Board of Architecture, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture Board of Barber and Cosmetology Board of Consumer Claims Arbitration for the District of Columbia Board of Funeral Directors Board of Professional Engineering Captive Insurance Agency Combat Sports Commission Commission on Nightlife and Culture Commission to Commemorate and Recognize Charles Hamilton Houston and for His Contributions to the American Civil Rights Movement, Education, and the Legal Profession Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking Department of Small and Local Business Development Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Destination DC Innovation and Technology Inclusion Council Multistate Tax Commission Office of Lottery and Gaming Office of Nightlife and Culture Office of the Chief Financial Officer (not including the Office of Budget and Planning) COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Office of the People’s Counsel Public Service Commission Real Property Tax Appeals Commission for the District of Columbia St. Elizabeth’s East Redevelopment Initiative Advisory Board Walter Reed Army Medical Center Site Reuse Advisory Committee Washington Convention and Sports Authority/Events DC 233. COMMITTEE ON EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATION AND LABOR. (a) The Committee on Executive Administration and Labor is responsible for matters related to the Executive Office of the Mayor; matters related to seniors; government ethics; elections and campaign finance; labor relations; matters related to workforce development; and employment. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Labor and Workforce Development: Adult Career Pathways Task Force Advisory Committee on Community Use of Public Space Age-Friendly DC Task Force Apprenticeship Council Board of Ethics and Government Accountability Campaign Finance Board Commission on Aging Commission on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Department of Aging and Community Living Department of Employment Services Department of Human Resources District of Columbia Board of Elections Employees’ Compensation Fund Executive Office of the Mayor Financial Literacy Council Labor/Management Partnership Council Mayor’s Office of Legal Counsel Occupational Safety and Health Board Office of Campaign Finance Office of Employee Appeals Office of Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining Office of the City Administrator Office of the Inspector General Office of the Secretary of the District of Columbia Office of the Senior Advisor Public Employee Relations Board Unemployment Compensation Fund COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund Universal Paid Leave Fund Workforce Investment Council Workforce Investment Fund Youth Apprenticeship Advisory Committee 234. COMMITTEE ON FACILITIES AND FAMILY SERVICES. (a) The Committee on Facilities and Family Services is responsible for matters concerning welfare; social services; disability services;; and matters relating to the maintenance of public buildings and property management, including the declaration of government property as no longer required for public purposes. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Facilities and Family Services: Advisory Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect Child and Family Services Agency Citizen Review Panel on Child Abuse and Neglect Commission on Persons with Disabilities Commission on Poverty Department of Buildings (jointly for oversight purposes only with the Committee of the Whole) Department of General Services Department on Disability Services Developmental Disabilities State Planning Council Office for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing Office of Disability Rights Office of the Ombudsperson for Children State Rehabilitation Council Statewide Independent Living Council 235. COMMITTEE ON HEALTH. (a) The Committee on Health is responsible for matters concerning health, including environmental health; the regulation of health occupations and professions, and health care inspectors; and joint jurisdiction with the Committee on Hospital and Health Equity on matters and agencies within the purview of the Committee on Hospital and Health Equity. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Health: Advisory Committee on Acupuncture Advisory Committee on Anesthesiologist Assistants COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Advisory Committee on Clinical Laboratory Practitioners Advisory Committee on Naturopathic Medicine Advisory Committee on Physician Assistants Advisory Committee on Polysomnography Advisory Committee on Surgical Assistants Board of Allied Health Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Board of Behavioral Health Board of Chiropractic Board of Dentistry Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Board of Long-Term Care Administration Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Board of Massage Therapy Board of Medicine Board of Nursing Board of Occupational Therapy Board of Optometry Board of Pharmacy Board of Physical Therapy Board of Podiatry Board of Professional Counseling Board of Psychology Board of Respiratory Care Board of Social Work Board of Veterinary Medicine Cedar Hill Hospital on the St. Elizabeth’s campus Commission on Health Disparities Commission on Health Equity Commission on HIV/AIDS Committee on Metabolic Disorders Council on Physical Fitness, Health, and Nutrition Department of Behavioral Health Department of Health Department of Health Care Finance District of Columbia Health Benefit Exchange Authority Food Policy Council Health Information Exchange Policy Board Health Literacy Council Medicaid Reserve Mental Health Planning Council Metropolitan Washington Regional Ryan White Planning Council Not-For-Profit Hospital Corporation Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Perinatal and Infant Health Advisory Committee Statewide Health Coordinating Council 236. COMMITTEE ON HOSPITAL AND HEALTH EQUITY. (a) The Committee on Hospital and Health Equity is responsible for matters concerning the United Medical Center and Cedar Hill hospitals and health equity in general. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Hospital and Health Equity for the purpose of oversight (not legislation), shared jointly with the Committee on Health: Cedar Hill Hospital on the St. Elizabeth’s campus Commission on Health Disparities Commission on Health Equity Department of Health Care Finance Not-For-Profit Hospital Corporation Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services 237. COMMITTEE ON HOUSING. (a) The Committee on Housing is responsible for matters relating to the development, maintenance, preservation, and regulation of housing stock, including rental housing and public housing; neighborhood revitalization, development, improvement, and stabilization; joint jurisdiction for the purpose of oversight (not legislation) with the Committee on Business and Economic Development for New Communities; urban affairs; homelessness; housing vouchers; matters regarding Advisory Neighborhood Commissions; and matters regarding returning citizens. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Housing: Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Board of Real Estate Appraisers Condominium Association Advisory Council Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs Department of Housing and Community Development Department of Human Services District of Columbia Housing Authority Housing and Community Development Reform Commission Housing Finance Agency Housing Production Trust Fund Interagency Council on Homelessness COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Office on Returning Citizen Affairs Office of Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Office of the Tenant Advocate Office-to-Affordable-Housing Task Force Real Estate Commission Rental Housing Commission 238. COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY AND PUBLIC SAFETY. (a) The Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety is responsible for matters affecting the judiciary and legal systems; matters affecting criminal law, procedure, and justice; juvenile justice; public safety, including policing, violence prevention and intervention, and civilian police oversight; access to justice; family law, probate, and estates; fire, emergency medical services, and 9-1-1 and 3-1-1; homeland security; adult and youth corrections; forensic science; fatality review and medical examination; victim services and justice grants; child support; and issues related to women. The Committee shall also serve as the Council’s liaison to federal partners in the justice system, including the District of Columbia courts; the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia; the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia; the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency; the Pretrial Services Agency; the Federal Bureau of Prisons; and the United States Parole Commission. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety: Access to Justice Initiative Child Fatality Review Committee Child Support Guideline Commission Clemency Board Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure Commission on Women Comprehensive Homicide Elimination Strategy Task Force Concealed Pistol Licensing Review Board Corrections Information Council Criminal Code Reform Commission Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Department of Corrections Department of Forensic Sciences, or successor agency Developmental Disabilities Fatality Review Committee District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission District of Columbia National Guard District of Columbia Sentencing Commission Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Homeland Security Commission Juvenile Justice Advisory Group Maternal Mortality Review Committee Metropolitan Police Department Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Commission Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement Office of Police Complaints Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia Office of the Chief Medical Examiner Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice Office of Unified Communications Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives Police Complaints Board Police Officers Standards and Training Board Science Advisory Board, or successor board Uniform Law Commission Use of Force Review Board Violence Fatality Review Committee 239. COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC WORKS AND OPERATIONS. (a) The Committee on Public Works and Operations is responsible for matters relating to the general operation and service of government, including procurement; human rights; partnerships and grants management; matters relating to lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender, and questioning affairs; veterans affairs; matters affecting administrative law and procedure; ; consumer and regulatory affairs; recycling; waste management; and regulation of for-hire vehicles. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Public Works and Operations: Advisory Board on Veterans Affairs for the District of Columbia Advisory Committee on Street Harassment Advisory Committee to the Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Affairs Commission on Fashion Arts and Events Commission on Human Rights Contract Appeals Board Department of For-Hire Vehicles Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection Department of Public Works Deputy Mayor for Operations and Infrastructure, shared jointly with the Committee on Transportation and Environment COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Emancipation Commemoration Commission For-Hire Vehicle Advisory Council Interfaith Council Office of Administrative Hearings (including the Advisory Committee to the Office of Administrative Hearings and the Commission on Selection and Tenure of Administrative Law Judges) Office of Community Affairs Office of Contracting and Procurement Office of Human Rights Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Affairs Office of Partnerships and Grants Services Office of Risk Management Office of the Chief Technology Officer Office of Veterans Affairs Office on Religious Affairs 240. COMMITTEE ON RECREATION, LIBRARIES, AND YOUTH AFFAIRS. (a) The Committee on Recreation, Libraries, and Youth Affairs is responsible for public libraries; public parks and recreation; cable television and entertainment; matters relating to Caribbean, Latino, African, African American, and Asian and Pacific Islander affairs; and youth affairs (other than juvenile justice). (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Recreation, Libraries, and Youth Affairs: Advisory Commission on Caribbean Community Affairs Board of Library Trustees Commission on African Affairs Commission on African American Affairs Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs Commission on Fathers, Men, and Boys Commission on Latino Community Development Department of Parks and Recreation Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services District of Columbia Public Library System District of Columbia Public Library Trust Fund Juvenile Abscondence Review Committee Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment Office of East of the River Services Office on African Affairs Office on African American Affairs Office on Asian and Pacific Islanders Affairs Office on Caribbean Affairs COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Office on Fathers, Men, and Boys Office on Latino Affairs Public Access Corporation Serve DC 241. COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT. (a) The Committee on Transportation and the Environment is responsible for matters relating to environmental protection; highways, bridges, traffic, vehicles, and other transportation issues; maintenance of public spaces; waterways; and water supply and wastewater treatment. (b) The following agencies come within the purview of the Committee on Transportation and the Environment: Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency Department of Energy and Environment Department of Motor Vehicles Deputy Mayor for Operations and Infrastructure, shared jointly with the Committee on Public Works and Operations District Department of Transportation District of Columbia Bicycle Advisory Council District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority Green Buildings Advisory Council Green Finance Authority Leadership Council for a Cleaner Anacostia River Major Crash Review Task Force Multimodal Accessibility Advisory Council Office of the Deputy Mayor for Operations and Infrastructure Pedestrian Advisory Council Public Space Committee Recreational Trails Advisory Committee Soil and Water Conservation District Streetcar Financing and Governance Task Force Sustainable Energy Utility Advisory Board Transit Rider Advisory Council Urban Forestry Advisory Council Washington Aqueduct Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Washington Metrorail Safety Commission COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV E. CREATION OF SUBCOMMITTEES. 245. SUBCOMMITTEES. The Chairman shall nominate the chairperson and members of each subcommittee of the Council. The Council shall, by resolution, act on the Chairman’s nominations. A subcommittee may use subpoenas to obtain testimony or documents only if the standing committee of which it is a subcommittee authorizes the issuance of subpoenas. Each bill or resolution reported by a subcommittee shall be referred to its standing committee for a vote and scheduling for the Committee of the Whole. Subcommittees shall comply with the requirements of these Rules and those of the standing committee of which it is a subcommittee. F. SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND SPECIAL PROJECTS. 251. SPECIAL COMMITTEES. The Council may, by resolution introduced by the Chairman, establish a special committee to consider investigations, ethics, or other matters. The resolution shall set forth the jurisdiction, size, duration, subpoena authority pursuant to Rules 601(a) and 611, and date for final action of the special committee. 252. SPECIAL PROJECTS. The Council may, by resolution introduced by the Chairman, establish a special project related to policy development or oversight. The resolution shall set forth the timetable, budget, goals, and deliverables of the special project, and specify whether the project will be undertaken by a standing or special committee, or another method of organization. G. APPOINTED OFFICERS OF THE COUNCIL. 261. APPOINTMENT OF OFFICERS. The appointed officers of the Council are the Secretary, General Counsel, and Budget Director. The Chairman shall recommend the assignment and removal of these officers, and the Council shall, by resolution, act on the Chairman’s recommendation. 262. SECRETARY. (a) The Secretary is the chief administrative officer of the Council and is responsible for maintaining records of Council actions including the filing of bills and proposed resolutions, amendments to bills and resolutions, requests for hearings, notices of committee meetings, committee reports, and other records and reports assigned by these Rules, the Council, or the Chairman, and for proposing and administering the fiscal year budget of the Council. The Secretary shall only disburse funds for the direct operating expenses in the office of a Member or Officer. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (b) There is established a Council Office of Racial Equity under the Secretary to the Council, which shall be managed by a Director of Racial Equity. The Council Office of Racial Equity shall: (1) Produce racial equity training materials and provide ongoing racial equity training for Councilmembers and staff; (2) Issue Racial Equity Impact Assessments pursuant to Rule 311; (3) Coordinate and collaborate with the Judicial and Executive branches, including the Office of Racial Equity within the Office of the City Administrator and the Racial Equity Advisory Board, on matters of advancing racial equity; and (4) Accept public comment on any aspect of its duties or on matters related to racial equity before the Council. 263. GENERAL COUNSEL. (a) The General Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice as provided in subsection (b) of this section; providing representation for the Council in any pending legal action to which the Council is a party or in which the Chairman determines that the Council has a significant interest; initiating lawsuits on behalf of the Council upon authorization by resolution of the Council; providing legal representation for a Member or employee consistent with subsection (c) of this section for actions taken within the scope of the Member or employee’s official duties and in which the Chairman determines that the Council has a significant interest; retaining and supervising outside counsel as appropriate to conduct investigations and provide legal advice or representation to the Council, its Members, or employees; apprising the Council of developments in the law relating to Council legislation; supervising the publication of the District of Columbia Official Code; preparing technical-amendment and enactment bills; providing legislative-drafting assistance to all Members and staff; engrossing and enrolling measures, including making necessary technical and conforming changes; ascertaining the legal sufficiency of legislation and preparing legal sufficiency determinations pursuant to Rule 310; identifying legislative concerns and providing Members with alternative policy options to solve those concerns; advising the Council on matters of parliamentary procedure; compiling the parliamentary precedents of the Council; and providing support to the Law Revision Commission. The General Counsel, following consultation with the Chairman, may make a request of the Office of the Attorney General for legal representation for a Member or employee for actions taken within the scope of the Member or employee’s official duties or for matters in which the Council has a significant interest. (b) The General Counsel and the attorneys within the Office of the General Counsel (“OGC”) shall, as a general matter, maintain confidentiality with respect to their discussions with Members and Council employees regarding legislation, legal advice on issues related to Council business, and ethics guidance. However, an COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV attorney-client relationship exists only between the General Counsel/OGC and the Council as a body, and not between the General Counsel/OGC and any individual Member or Council employee. Accordingly, the Council, by resolution, may direct the General Counsel to reveal otherwise confidentially held discussions or information, including ethics advice, shared between the General Counsel or any OGC attorney and any individual Member or Council employee, if the Council finds that the discussions or information are integral to an investigation of or allegation against a Councilmember or Council employee. (c) The General Counsel shall not represent a Member or Council employee whenever the alleged conduct with regard to which the Member or employee desires representation does not reasonably appear to have been performed within the scope of his or her official duties, such as conduct that is the subject of criminal proceedings or proceedings before the Board of Ethics and Accountability or the Office of the Inspector General. (d) The General Counsel shall serve as Ethics Counselor for the Council. 264. BUDGET DIRECTOR. The Budget Director is responsible for advising Councilmembers on budget- related matters; coordinating the development of the annual budget and financial plans and related legislation, including any proposed revised, supplemental, or deficiency budget; certifying committee budget reports pursuant to Rule 703(b)(2); and issuing fiscal impact statements pursuant to Rule 309. The Budget Director also is responsible for issuing policy and economic impact analyses pursuant to Rule 308 and conducting research on matters of interest to the Council. The Budget Director serves as a resource for all Councilmembers and committees. H. COUNCIL PERSONNEL AND APPOINTMENTS. 271. SUBORDINATE STAFF OF APPOINTED OFFICERS. The appointed officers may assign, remove, and determine the remuneration for their respective professional and clerical staffs, subject to appropriations and positions allocated by the Council. 272. COMMITTEE STAFF. (a) The chairperson of each committee shall appoint and shall present for the approval by resolution of the committee at the first committee meeting of the Council Period the names and titles of each committee staff person. Subsequent appointments shall be presented for approval of committee members at the meeting of the committee following the appointment. Staff appointments shall be filed with the Secretary. (b) The chairperson shall determine the remuneration for the staff of the committee, subject to appropriations and positions allocated by the Council. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (c) The chairperson of each committee may remove staff and shall notify the members of the committee of such action within 3 business days. (d) In the case of a vacancy in the Office of a Councilmember who chairs a committee, the committee staff may be transferred to the supervision of the Chairman. 273. COUNCILMEMBERS’ PERSONAL STAFF. (a) Each Councilmember may assign, remove, and determine the remuneration for the Councilmember’s personal staff, subject to appropriations and positions allocated by the Council. (b) In the case of a vacancy in the Office of a Councilmember, the employees of the Councilmember’s personal office may be transferred to the supervision of the Chairman. 274. SEPARATION PAY AND BUDGET ACCOUNTING. (a) Notwithstanding Rules 271, 272, and 273, when an employee is separated for non-disciplinary reasons, a Councilmember may authorize severance pay as provided by law. (b) If it is known that a Councilmember will be in office for a time period that is less than the remaining fiscal year, the Councilmember’s budget shall be adjusted to account for the time to be served, unless the Council otherwise authorizes, by resolution, a different amount. 275. COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TO OTHER BODIES. When the law provides for the Council to appoint an individual to another body, the Chairman shall nominate an individual and the Council shall act, by resolution, on the nomination. Unless the General Counsel advises against doing so to maintain the separation of powers under the District Charter, a Council appointee shall report to the Council on a periodic basis and the Council may instruct, by resolution, its representative as to the position to take on a particular matter. 276. APPOINTMENT BY COMMITTEES AND MEMBERS. (a) When the law provides for a committee to appoint an individual to another body, the committee shall, by resolution, act on the appointment. (b) When the law provides for a Councilmember to appoint or designate an individual to a board or commission, the Councilmember shall make the appointment or designation by filing a memorandum with the Secretary that states: (1) The legal capacity in which the Councilmember is acting, e.g., as a Councilmember or as a chairperson or member of a particular committee; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (2) The date of appointment; (3) The official name of the board or commission to which the person is being appointed; (4) The name, complete mailing address, and ward designation of the person appointed; provided, that such personal information is not required in the resolution; (5) The law under which the appointment or designation is being made; and (6) The term of the appointment or designation. 277. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENTS. Each member of a District board or commission who is appointed under Rule 275 or 276, if not already a resident of the District, shall become one within 180 days after the effective date of the appointment and shall remain a District resident for the duration of the appointment, unless the law or order that established the board or commission specifically authorizes the appointment of a nonresident as a member of the board or commission or if a majority of the Council present and voting waives the residency requirement. I. COMPUTING TIME, CIRCULATION, AND FILING REQUIREMENTS. 281. COMPUTING TIME. (a) Unless a law or rule specifically provides otherwise, when counting a time period: (1) Stated in days or a longer unit of time: (A) Exclude the day of the event that triggers the period; (B) Count every day, including Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays; (C) Exclude days of recess; and (D) Include the last day of the time period, but if the last day is a Saturday, Sunday, legal holiday, or day of recess, the period continues to run until the end of the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, legal holiday, or day of recess. (2) Stated in hours: (A) Begin counting immediately on the first business hour after the occurrence of the event that triggers the period; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (B) Count each hour, including hours during intermediate Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays; (C) Exclude hours during days of recess; and (D) If the period would end on a Saturday, Sunday, legal holiday, or day of recess, the period continues to run until the same time on the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, legal holiday, or day of recess. (b) For the purposes of these Rules, when counting a time period stated in “business days”: (1) Exclude the day of the event that triggers the period; (2) Exclude intermediate Saturdays, Sundays, legal holidays, and days of recess; and (3) Include the last day of the time period, but if the last day is a Saturday, Sunday, legal holiday, or day of recess the period continues to run until the end of the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, legal holiday, or day of recess. (c) For the purposes of these Rules, when counting a time period for a notice requirement under these Rules, include days of recess. 282. FILING WITH THE SECRETARY. (a) Unless a law or rule specifically provides otherwise, when a Councilmember is required to file a document with or provide notice to the Secretary, the Councilmember shall deliver an electronic or hard copy of the document or the notice to the Secretary. (b)(1) A Councilmember shall also file an electronic copy in Word format of the following documents with the Secretary by uploading to the Council’s intranet in a file under the name of the Councilmember: (A) A measure introduced pursuant to Rules 401 and 402; (B) A committee print and report; (C) Amendments; and (D) Any other document required to be electronically filed by rule or law or that the Secretary determines should be filed electronically. (2) The text of any committee report uploaded to the Council’s intranet in pdf format must be made text-readable prior to its upload. (c) When an electronic copy is required under subsection (b) of this section, the document shall not be considered as filed pursuant to subsections (a) and (b) of this COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV section until the electronic copy is filed. No measure may be noticed for a hearing or roundtable or added to the agenda of the Committee of the Whole unless an electronic copy, in Word format, of the measure has been uploaded to the Council’s intranet. (d) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, the Secretary may elect to receive a document electronically or establish a system or method for the electronic filing of any document. 283. CIRCULATION TO MEMBERS AND COMMITTEES. (a) The Secretary shall distribute, upon introduction or referral, an electronic copy of each measure to each Councilmember. The Secretary shall also distribute to each Councilmember, upon introduction or filing, a notice of investigation by subpoena, and a Mayoral disapproval of a Council act. (b) Any document that is required to be circulated by a rule or law shall be distributed electronically to all Members and staff and posted on the Council’s website. (c) A Councilmember may elect to receive a hard copy of any document that is required to be circulated by the Secretary or a Member. ARTICLE III—PROCEDURES FOR MEETINGS. A. LEGISLATIVE MEETINGS. 301. ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING. On the first day of each Council Period that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, the Council shall convene an organizational meeting for the purpose of considering the adoption of Rules of Organization and Procedure and Code of Official Conduct, selecting a Chairman Pro Tempore pursuant to Rule 212, appointing committee chairs and memberships, appointing Councilmembers to regional bodies, and appointing Council officers. If a quorum is not present, the Chairman shall convene an organizational meeting as soon as feasible. 302. REGULAR MEETINGS. (a) The Council shall hold a regular legislative meeting on the first Tuesday of every month except during a Council Recess or an election year. When the day for a regular legislative meeting falls on a legal holiday, the meeting shall be held at the same time on the next day. Regular legislative meetings shall begin at 12:00 p.m. (b) Regular meetings of the Council shall be a hybrid of in-person and video conferencing and held in the Council Chamber, Room 500 of the John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. and via the Zoom platform, or other such video conferencing platform as from time to time may be designated by the Secretary. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (c) The Chairman may designate another time, day, or place for a legislative meeting at a prior legislative meeting or meeting of the Committee of the Whole or by circulating and filing notice with the Secretary at least 48 hours before the meeting. (d) The Chairman may cancel a future regularly scheduled meeting. The Secretary shall circulate notice to each Councilmember and the public of a meeting cancellation. 303. ADDITIONAL AND SPECIAL MEETINGS. (a) The Chairman may call additional legislative meetings of the Council. (b) Any 2 Councilmembers may request that the Chairman call a special legislative meeting. The request in in writing shall be filed with the Secretary. Immediately upon the filing of the request, the Secretary shall notify the Chairman and other Councilmembers of the filing of the request. If, within 3 business days after the request is filed, the Chairman does not call the requested special meeting, a majority of the Councilmembers may file in with the Secretary a written notice that a special legislative meeting shall be held, specifying the date, hour, place, and agenda of the special legislative meeting; provided, that the meeting shall not occur less than 48 hours after the notice. Immediately upon the filing of the notice, the Secretary shall circulate notice to each Councilmember as provided in subsection (c) of this section. (c) Whenever an additional or special legislative meeting is called, the Secretary shall circulate notice to each Councilmember not less than 48 hours before the additional or special meeting. An additional legislative meeting to consider an emergency and temporary matter may be called upon shorter notice, if a majority of the Members agree in writing to the shorter notice. The Secretary shall provide prompt notice of the meeting to the public, including on the Council website. The notice shall state the date, hour, place, and agenda of the meeting and may state whether items are to be considered on a consent or non-consent agenda. (d) No matter shall be considered at an additional or special legislative meeting except those stated in the request and notification. (e) The Chairman may add to the agenda of an additional legislative meeting that has been noticed, with the written agreement of a majority of the Councilmembers, an emergency or temporary measure or, without objection, a permanent measure. 304. QUORUM. (a) A majority of the Councilmembers shall constitute a quorum for the lawful convening of a meeting and for the transaction of business, except as provided in Rule 502. (b) A meeting may not begin until a quorum is ascertained by the Chairman. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (c) Once a quorum has been ascertained, the meeting shall proceed, unless a Councilmember raises the absence of a quorum, whereupon the Chairman shall direct the calling of the roll and shall announce the result. (d) In the absence of a quorum, the Chairman may order a Call of the House, during which no debate or motion shall be in order except a motion to adjourn. (e) During a Call of the House, the Council shall stand in recess for no more than 20 minutes to find absent Members. After the recess, the roll shall be called again. If a quorum is present, the meeting shall proceed. If a quorum is not present, the meeting shall be recessed or adjourned. 305. HEARING THE MAYOR. The Mayor has the right to be heard by the Council upon request and at reasonable times set by the Council. 306. RECESS. (a) Except as set forth in subsection (b) of this section, no measure, other than an emergency declaration resolution, emergency measure, and accompanying temporary bill, a veto override, or a resolution to approve or disapprove a contract, to be considered at a special or additional meeting called pursuant to these Rules, may be introduced during a recess of the Council, and no committee may take official action during a recess of the Council; provided, that when specifically authorized to do so by a vote of a majority of the Council, a committee may hold a public hearing or roundtable. A notice of future committee action may be filed during a recess of the Council. (b)(1) A resolution approving or disapproving a contract in excess of $1 million or a multiyear contract may be introduced during any recess period. (2) A proposed contract that is required to be submitted to the Council pursuant to section 451 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.51) may be transmitted to the Secretary during the 30-day period before the end of the summer recess of the Council, and a committee may hold a public hearing and take official action on the proposed contract. (3) A proposed federal-aid highway contract in excess of $1 million during a 12-month period that is required to be submitted to the Council for its review pursuant to section 451 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.51) may be transmitted to the Secretary during a recess of the Council. A committee may hold a public hearing and take official action on the proposed federal-aid highway contract during the recess, and a resolution approving or disapproving the proposed federal-aid highway contract may be introduced during the recess and during the 10-day period following submission of the proposed federal-aid highway contract to the Council. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (4) The Committee of the Whole may hold a hearing or roundtable on any matter relating to the affairs of the District during the recess; except, that this paragraph shall not be used to comply with the requirement of Rule 501(a)(2). (c) During any period of recess, the Secretary is authorized to receive measures returned by the Mayor. 307. COUNCIL REVIEW OF CONTRACTS. (a) There is a 4.00 p.m. filing deadline for all proposed contracts required to be submitted to the Council pursuant to section 451 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1- 204.51). The Secretary shall ensure that a copy of the proposed contract or contract modification is designated as urgent and circulated electronically or otherwise to the office of each member of the Council, the General Counsel, and the Budget Director within 24 hours (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) following its receipt by the Secretary. (b) Notwithstanding Rule 402(b), the time period for Council review of a proposed contract or contract modification pursuant to section 451 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.51) shall begin on the first day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) following receipt by the Secretary of the proposed contract or contract modification. (c) Notwithstanding Rules 401 and 402, no proposed contract or contract modification that is required to be submitted to the Council pursuant to section 451 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.51) may be submitted between July 5, 2021, and July 15, 2021, or between July 5, 2022, and July 15, 2022. (d) Notwithstanding Rules 401 and 402, a resolution approving or disapproving a proposed contract shall be introduced by at least 3 Councilmembers. (e) Review and approval by the Council of the annual capital program of federal-aid highway projects shall constitute Council review and approval of the individual contracts that make up the annual program. (f) The Secretary shall place an electronic copy of the summary of a proposed contract on the Legislative Information Management System so that it may be accessed through the Council website within 24 hours (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) following its receipt. 308. POLICY AND ECONOMIC IMPACT ANALYSES. (a) The Budget Director may prepare a policy and economic impact analysis of a permanent bill. (b) The purpose of a policy and economic impact analysis is to offer Councilmembers an independent, data and evidence-based resource for weighing the COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV policy implications and economic costs and benefits of legislation. The analysis may include research on the District’s existing legal framework, policy choices made by other jurisdictions, a review of the academic literature on the subject, consideration of demographic data, and the estimated costs or benefits to the District’s economy. (c) If the Budget Director prepares a policy and economic impact analysis for a permanent bill, it shall be circulated no later than noon on the business day before the legislative meeting at which the permanent bill is to be considered. (d) A Councilmember may request that the Budget Director develop a policy and economic impact analysis outside of the legislative process. (e) The findings and conclusions of an economic-impact analysis, if any, are not binding on the Council, and the findings and conclusions shall not prevent the Council from considering the bill. 309. FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENTS. (a)(1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, a fiscal impact statement is required for each measure, as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section. (2) A fiscal impact statement is not required for an emergency declaration, a ceremonial, a confirmation or appointment, or a sense of the Council resolution, or a resolution that expresses a simple determination, decision or direction of the Council of a special or temporary character, or for a proposed amendment to those measures. (3) A funding certification issued by an independent agency or the Chief Financial Officer for a contract shall be sufficient to meet the requirements of this section. (b)(1) Pursuant to subsection (a) of this section, a fiscal impact statement issued by the Chief Financial Officer is required at the time of consideration of a permanent bill or resolution being marked up by a committee. A bill or resolution that has been sequentially referred pursuant to Rule 404(c) must have a fiscal impact statement by the Chief Financial Officer at the time of each committee markup in the sequential referral. (2) A committee shall not mark up a bill or resolution unless a fiscal impact statement has been circulated to all Councilmembers before the measure is considered at markup. (3) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, a fiscal impact statement shall not be required at the Committee of the Whole markup of a Local Budget Act or a Budget Support Act; except, that the Chief Financial Officer shall COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV issue a fiscal impact statement for a Local Budget Act, Federal Portion Budget Request Act, and Budget Support Act by final reading of those measures. (c) A fiscal impact statement provided by the Budget Director or the Chief Financial Officer is required at the time of consideration of: (1) A proposed amendment to a resolution or a bill being marked up by a committee; (2) A proposed amendment to a resolution or a bill that is moved at first, second, or any subsequent reading of the Council; (3) An emergency resolution or bill; provided, that a new fiscal impact statement is not required for a congressional review emergency (“CRE”) when the CRE is identical, except for technical changes, to the preceding emergency measure. (4) A temporary bill; and (5) A revenue bond resolution. (d) A Councilmember requesting a fiscal impact statement from the Budget Director shall endeavor to make the request at the earliest opportunity prior to circulation of the measure pursuant to Rule 424. The request shall include a draft of the measure and, when the measure is amendatory, a comparative print. 310. LEGAL SUFFICIENCY DETERMINATIONS. (a) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a legal sufficiency determination is required at the time of consideration of: (1) A resolution or bill being marked up by a committee; (2) A resolution retained by the Council; (3) An emergency resolution or bill; provided, that a new legal sufficiency determination is not required for a congressional review emergency (“CRE”) when the CRE is identical, except for technical changes, to the preceding emergency measure; (4) A temporary bill; and (5) An amendment to a resolution or a bill that is moved at mark-up, first, second, or any subsequent reading of the Council. (b) A Councilmember requesting a legal sufficiency determination from the General Counsel pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall endeavor to make the request: COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (1) For a measure listed in subsection (a)(1) of this section, at least 10 days before the markup. Notwithstanding the term “endeavor”, the Councilmember shall notify the General Counsel at least 10 days before a markup of the intent to mark up the measure and shall provide a draft of the measure. (2) For a measure listed in subsection (a)(2) through (5) of this section, at least 2 business days prior to the time of consideration, unless the request is for an amendment to a measure that was circulated less than 2 business days before a scheduled vote. (c) A legal sufficiency determination is not required for: (1) An emergency declaration resolution; (2) A ceremonial resolution; (3) A sense of the Council resolution; (4) A resolution adopting Council Rules, appointing Council officers and committee chairpersons and members, or otherwise pertaining to the internal operation or organization of the Council; (5) A resolution listed in this subsection that is moved on an emergency basis; (6) An amendment to a resolution listed in this subsection; or (7) An amendment to a budget measure that contains only adjustments to a dollar amount or other budget numbers. 311. RACIAL EQUITY IMPACT ASSESSMENTS. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this Rule, the Council Office of Racial Equity shall, within 15 days after the hearing record is closed, issue a Racial Equity Impact Assessment for each bill for which a hearing is held; provided, that if a Committee provides notice to the Council Office on Racial Equity 48 hours in advance of a hearing that it intends to markup a bill before 15 days after the close of the hearing record, the Council Office on Racial Equity shall provide a Racial Equity Impact Assessment before the markup. (b) This rule shall not apply to: (1) Public space designations; (2) Street or Alley closures, or highway plan amendments; (3) General-obligation bond acts and revenue anticipation notes acts; (4) Interstate compacts; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (5) Transfers of jurisdiction; (6) Tax abatements, exemptions, and rebates; (7) Acts authorizing the issuance of specialty motor-vehicle identification tags; (8) A Local Budget Act, a Budget Support Act, or a Federal Portion Budget Request Act; or (9) Enactment legislation or technical-amendment legislation. (c)(1) Each Racial Equity Impact Assessment shall include a statement of the bases for the estimated impact on racial equity, as that term is defined in Rule 101, and shall describe the sources, assumptions, and methodologies used in arriving at the assessment. (2) Where a Racial Equity Impact Assessment identifies a negative impact on racial equity, the Council Office of Racial Equity may recommend policy proposals closely related to the proposed bill and within the Council’s authority to mitigate such negative impact. (3) The findings of a Racial Equity Impact Assessment shall not be binding and shall not prevent the Council or committee from considering the bill. (4) Where a Racial Equity Impact Assessment identifies a negative impact on racial equity, the bill may be placed on the non-consent agenda. (d)(1) For bills that received a Racial Equity Impact Assessment pursuant to subsection (a) of this Rule, the Council Office of Racial Equity may issue a supplemental Racial Equity Impact Assessment in advance of the markup of those measures. (2) At least 10 business days before the markup of a bill that received a Racial Equity Impact Assessment pursuant to subsection (a) of this Rule, the Committee chair shall notify the Director of Racial Equity of the intent to mark up the measure and shall provide a draft of the measure and comparative print. (e) The Council Office of Racial Equity may, at the request of a committee chair, conduct a Racial Equity Impact Assessment on any matter under the requesting committee’s jurisdiction; provided, that such assessment does not inhibit the issuance of Racial Equity Impact Assessments under subsection (a) or (d) of this Rule. (f) The framework for the Racial Equity Impact Assessment shall be developed by the Director of Racial Equity, or the Director’s designee, in close consultation with individuals and organizations with expertise in racial equity analysis, and published online. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 312. PRESENTATION OF LEGISLATION TO THE COUNCIL. A measure reported by a committee may be presented by the chairperson of the committee or by another member of the committee designated by the chairperson of the committee. In the absence of the chairperson of the committee and the designation of a member of the committee, the Chairman may present the measure for consideration by the Council. 313. RESREVED. 314. EXPEDITED OPTIONAL PROCEDURE FOR REVENUE BONDS AND REVIEW RESOLUTIONS. (a) This section shall apply to: (1) Revenue bonds resolutions; and (2) Resolutions regarding agency rules, confirmations, and other actions that: (A) Are proposed by the Mayor or an independent agency for promulgation or adoption; and (B) Will be deemed approved or disapproved after a set period of time by operation of law. (b) A resolution covered by this section may, at the option of the committee chairperson, be placed on the non-consent agenda of the next regular legislative meeting following approval by a committee, without referral to the Committee of the Whole. (c) If notice of intent to move the resolution and the committee report for the resolution are not filed before noon on the third business day before the legislative meeting, a resolution may not be placed on the legislative agenda pursuant to this section. (d) If a reported resolution is considered at a legislative meeting under this section, the legal sufficiency, technical compliance with the drafting rules of the Council, completion of the record of the reported resolution, and the sufficiency of the fiscal impact statement, if required by Rule 309, shall be reviewed at the legislative meeting at which it is considered. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV B. ORDER OF BUSINESS FOR MEETINGS. 315. ORDER OF BUSINESS FOR REGULAR MEETINGS. During a regular legislative meeting, the Council shall take up business in the following order, unless a different order has been set for a particular meeting by action of the Committee of the Whole: (1) Call to order at the time and place set forth pursuant to Rule 302; (2) Moment of silence; (3) Determination by the Chairman of the presence of a quorum; (4) Secretary’s report on the filing of reports by committees, unless the formal reading of the report is waived by the Council; (5) Secretary’s report on the introduction of new measures filed with that office, unless the formal reading of the report is waived; (6) Approval of the consent agenda without objection; (7) Final reading by short title and final vote on bills that have been pending at least 13 days since they were previously read, except as provided in paragraph (7) of this section; (8) Reading by short title and vote on reported and discharged bills, except as provided in paragraph (7) of this section; (9) Reading by short title and vote on proposed resolutions, except as provided in paragraph (7) of this section; (10) Reading by short title and vote on resolutions declaring the existence of emergencies and accompanying emergency measures, except for contracts placed on the consent agenda; (11) Reading by short title and vote on temporary legislation; (12) Official communications received from the Mayor or an agency; and (13) Other business. 316. ORDER OF BUSINESS FOR ADDITIONAL AND SPECIAL MEETINGS. During an additional or special meeting, the Council shall take up business in the following order: (1) Call to order at the time and place set forth in the meeting notice; (2) Moment of silence; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (3) Determination by the Chairman of the presence of a quorum; and (4) Such items in the order set forth in the meeting notice. 317. PROCEEDING OUT OF ORDER. The Chairman, without objection, or upon the vote of a majority of the Councilmembers present and voting, may proceed on any item of business out of order. C. RULES OF DECORUM. 321. DECORUM OF MEMBERS. (a) Councilmembers shall refrain from private discourse or other acts tending to distract the attention of the Council from the business before it. (b) In debate, a Councilmember shall confine remarks to the pending question and avoid the use of personalities. (c) A Councilmember, in referring to another Councilmember, should avoid using the Councilmember’s name, rather identifying that Member by ward or at-large status, as the Councilmember who last spoke, or by describing the Councilmember in some other manner. (d) It is not the person but the measure that is the subject of debate, and it is not allowable to question or impugn the motives of a Councilmember, but the nature or consequences of a measure may be condemned in strong terms. 322. DECORUM OF MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC. (a)(1) No person may commit any act tending to distract the attention of the Council from the business before it. (2) No person may engage in loud, threatening, or abusive language, or disruptive conduct in the John A. Wilson Building or on any virtual platform with the intent or effect of impeding or disrupting the orderly conduct of business. (b) The Chairman shall maintain order during a meeting. If the Chairman determines that the removal of a person other than a Councilmember is necessary to maintain order, after warning the person, the Chairman may order the removal of the person. (c) Unless permitted by the Chairman, no person, other than Council staff may enter the area designated as the well or the dais of the Chamber during an official meeting of the Council. (d)(1) No signs, placards, posters, or attention-seeking devices of any kind or nature shall be carried or placed within the Council hearing or meeting rooms or COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Chamber or any area where a public hearing is being conducted. No demonstrations are permitted in the Chamber or any area in which a Council proceeding or a public hearing is being conducted. (2) This prohibition shall not apply to armbands, emblems, badges, or other articles worn on the personal clothing of individuals; provided, that such armbands, emblems, badges, or other articles are of such a size and nature as not to interfere with the vision or hearing of other persons at a meeting nor extend from the body, potentially causing injury to another. (3) Any person who violates the provisions of this subsection relating to signs, or who willfully interrupts or disturbs Council proceedings, after a warning to desist, may be removed from the proceeding or premises. (4) Models, photographs, maps, charts, drawings, and other such demonstrative materials intended for use in a presentation by a specific person in testimony before the Council shall be permitted without objection. (e) No person, except a Councilmember or Council staff, shall be allowed in the anterooms of the Chamber during the course of any hearing or other proceeding of the Council or any committee of the Council, except upon invitation of the Chairman or the chairperson of the committee holding the public hearing. D. RULES OF DEBATE. 331. OBTAINING THE FLOOR. A Councilmember who wishes to speak, give notice, make a motion, submit a report, or obtain the floor for any other purpose, shall address and be recognized by the Chairman before addressing the Council. 332. TIME LIMITS FOR DEBATE. (a) No Councilmember may be recognized more than once to debate or make a motion relating to a pending matter until all Councilmembers who wish to speak have been recognized. (b) A Councilmember may speak no more than 3 minutes during the first round of debate on a pending matter, and no more than 2 minutes during a subsequent round. (c) A Councilmember may yield all or part of the Councilmember’s time provided by this section to another Councilmember. (d) The Chairman may, in the Chairman’s discretion, modify time limitations with respect to specific matters scheduled for debate. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 333. PERSONAL PRIVILEGE. Any Councilmember, as a matter of personal privilege, may speak no more than 10 minutes under new business concerning a matter outside of a legislative meeting that may affect the Council collectively, its rights, its dignity, or the integrity of its proceedings, or the rights, reputation, or conduct of its individual members in their representative capacities only. 334. APPEAL. An appeal may be made from any decision of the Chairman. A Councilmember shall state the basis for appealing a decision, to which the Chairman may respond. An appeal from a decision of the Chairman must be made promptly and before other business has intervened. A majority or tie vote of the Members present and voting on the question (whether the decision of the Chairman shall be sustained) sustains the decision. An appeal is not debatable; provided, that the Chairman may explain the basis for the Chairman’s decision. 335. POINT OF ORDER. A point of order is made when a Member raises the question to the Chairman, and seeks a determination by the Chairman, as to whether there has been a breach of order or Council Rule. A point of order is not debatable unless the Chairman permits debate. If the Chairman permits debate on a point of order, the Chairman may limit debate. 336. PARLIMENTARY INQUIRY. A parliamentary inquiry is made when a Member raises a question to the Chairman seeking information about the procedure or business before the Council. The Chairman shall answer the question about the procedure or business before the Council, or, when the Chairman does not possess the information sought may direct the question to a Member or the General Counsel who may be in possession of the information. A parliamentary inquiry is not debatable or appealable. 337. RECOGNITION OF NON-MEMBERS. The Chairman may recognize a person who is not a Councilmember if the participation of the person would, in the judgment of the Chairman, enhance the understanding of the matter under consideration by the Council. E. MOTIONS. 341. MOTIONS RECOGNIZED DURING DEBATE. When a question is under debate, the Chairman may entertain the following motions, which shall take precedence in the following order: COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (1) To adjourn; (2) To recess; (3) To reconsider; (4) To lay on the table; (5) To move the previous question; (6) To close debate; (7) To postpone to a certain time; (8) To recommit to committee; (9) To amend; (10) To postpone indefinitely; (11) To discharge; or (12) To take from the table. 342. WITHDRAWAL OR MODIFICATION OF MOTIONS. Any motion may be withdrawn or modified by the mover at any time before it has been amended or voted on. 343. ADJOURN. The Chairman shall adjourn a meeting when there is no more business before the Council. A Councilmember may move to adjourn at any time. A motion to adjourn is not debatable, but the Chairman may inform the Councilmembers of any unfinished business requiring attention of the Council. 344. RECESS. (a) The Chairman may, without a vote, recess a legislative meeting of the Council to another time, day, or place. (b)(1) A Councilmember may move to recess a meeting. (2) A Councilmember may move to amend a pending motion to recess to set a different length of the recess. (3) If a motion to recess does not specify the time, day, or place at which the meeting will reconvene, the Chairman may set a time, day, or place, or call the meeting to order and summons the Members in accordance with Rule 368. (4) Neither a motion to recess nor a motion to amend a pending motion to recess shall be debatable. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (c)(1) A committee chairperson may, without a vote, recess a hearing or roundtable and reconvene the hearing or roundtable at a future time, day, or place. (2) If a hearing or roundtable is recessed without specifying the future time, day, or place for the hearing or roundtable, the chairperson of that committee shall circulate notice of the new time, day, or place in accordance with Rule 283. 345. RECONSIDER. (a) A Councilmember recorded as having voted with the prevailing side on a question may move to reconsider the question at any time, except as limited by this section. (b)(1) An act may be reconsidered before it has been signed or vetoed by the Mayor, or before it has been deemed approved by operation of section 404 of the Home Rule Act. (2) A resolution may be reconsidered at any time before its implementation. (3) A committee may reconsider its vote to report a measure at any time before the Council votes on the measure. (4) A motion to reconsider a question considered at a different meeting shall not be in order unless the motion to reconsider has been noticed in accordance with Rule 429. (c) For the purpose of this rule, a Councilmember who was present and voting on a question decided by a voice vote shall be considered as having voted with the prevailing side on the question, unless the Councilmember had asked to be recorded as voting against the prevailing side or recorded as “PRESENT”. (d) A motion to reconsider cannot be made by a Councilmember who was absent during a voice or roll-call vote on a question. (e) A motion to reconsider requires the approval of a majority of the Councilmembers present and voting. (f)(1) If the question to which a motion to reconsider applies is debatable, the motion to reconsider is debatable, and the debate may go to the question. (2) If the question to which a motion to reconsider applies is not debatable, the motion to reconsider shall not be debatable. (g) If a motion to reconsider fails, the motion cannot be repeated. (h) A motion to reconsider is not required to consider amendments accepted or rejected on a previous reading of a measure. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (i) Votes to approve or amend these Rules may not be reconsidered pursuant to this section. 346. LAY ON THE TABLE. (a)(1) A Councilmember may make an unqualified motion to lay a question on the table, which is not debatable and, if adopted by a majority of Councilmembers present and voting, shall immediately end debate on the question. (2) If an amendment to a measure is pending before the Council, a Councilmember may make a motion to lay the amendment on the table, which is not debatable and, if adopted by a majority of Councilmembers present and voting, shall immediately end debate on the amendment. (b) A motion to lay on the table may be applied to main motions only. (c) A committee chairperson may carry over a measure reported by that committee from Council consideration until the next regular legislative meeting (or additional meeting, with the Chairman’s concurrence) in this Council Period. If a measure has been sequentially referred, the committee chairperson of the last- reporting committee may carry over a measure under this subsection. 347. MOTION TO MOVE THE PREVIOUS QUESTION. (a) A Councilmember may limit debate by making a motion to move the previous question, which shall require approval of 2/3rds of the Councilmembers present and voting. If a motion to move the previous question carries, no further debate is in order on the pending question, and no further amendments to the main motion are in order absent a motion to reconsider the motion to move the previous question. (b) A Motion to move the previous questions is not debatable. 348. MOTION TO CLOSE DEBATE. (a) A Councilmember also may limit debate by making a motion to close debate, which is not debatable. (b) A motion to close debate shall require approval of 2/3rds of the Councilmembers present and voting. If a motion to close debate carries, no further debate is in order, except that: (1) Each Councilmember who has not spoken on the pending question may speak for no more than 2 minutes; and (2) The Chairman may recognize the maker of the pending motion. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 349. POSTPONE TO A CERTAIN TIME. (a) A Councilmember may move to postpone a question to a certain time, which shall be adopted by a majority of Councilmembers present and voting. A motion to postpone to a certain time is debatable, though it is not in order to debate the merits of the underlying question. (b) A motion to postpone to a certain time may be applied to main motions only. 350. RECOMMIT. A Councilmember may move to recommit a measure pending before the Council to a standing committee. If a majority of Councilmembers present and voting approve a motion to recommit, the Chairman shall refer the measure to a standing committee or committees in accordance with Rule 404. A motion to recommit is debatable, though debate shall be limited to the desirability of committing the measure to the committee. Debate on the merits of the measure is not in order while a motion to recommit is pending. 351. AMEND. A Councilmember may move to amend a measure pursuant to Part F of this Article. 352. POSTPONE INDEFINITELY. (a) A Councilmember may move to postpone indefinitely any question pending before the Council. A motion to postpone indefinitely is debatable, and it is in order to debate the merits of the underlying question. (b) A motion to postpone indefinitely requires a vote of the majority of Councilmembers present and voting. (c) Upon adoption of a motion to postpone indefinitely, the question may not be reconsidered unless 2/3rds of Councilmembers present and voting agree to reconsider the question. (d) A motion to postpone indefinitely may be applied to main motions only. 353. DISCHARGE. The Council may, by a vote of 2/3rds of the Members present and voting, discharge a committee from further consideration of a measure that has been referred to the committee. Upon approval of the discharge motion, the Council shall consider the measure as if it had been reported from the committee without amendment or modification or recommit the measure to another committee. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 354. TAKE FROM THE TABLE. (a) When no question is pending before the Council, a Councilmember may move to take from the table any measure previously tabled during the legislative meeting. (b) When a measure is pending before the Council, a Councilmember may move to take from the table any amendment to the measure that was previously tabled. (c) Provided that a Councilmember provided the notice required by Rule 429(2), the Councilmember may move to take from the table any measure tabled during a previous legislative meeting. (d) A motion to take from the table is not debatable and shall be adopted by a majority vote of Councilmembers present and voting. (e)(1) Upon adoption of a motion to take a question from the table, the question shall be before the Council in the same status as it was when the Council tabled the question. (2) If the motion to take a question from the table does not occur during the legislative meeting at which the question was tabled, each Councilmember shall be entitled to debate the question as if the last motion adhering to the question was just made. F. AMENDMENTS. 355. AMENDMENTS TO BE WRITTEN. (a) Councilmembers shall endeavor to file with the Secretary amendments to pending measures by 6:00 p.m. on the business day before the legislative meeting at which they are to be moved. The Secretary shall circulate links to the amendments shortly after 6:00 p.m. (b)(1) If a Councilmember has not filed an amendment with the Secretary in accordance with subsection (a) of this section, the Councilmember shall circulate copies to each Councilmember. (2) A Councilmember shall file an amendment in accordance with Rule 282(a) and (b) within 24 hours of the legislative meeting at which the amendment was offered if the amendment was not previously filed in accordance with subsection (a) of this section. (c) Notwithstanding any other rule, if an oral amendment is made before a vote on a measure, such oral amendment shall be reduced to writing and read by the General Counsel, and made available for public inspection as soon as practicable. (d) As required by Rule 309, no amendment may be approved by the Council without a fiscal impact statement presented to the Council at the time of its COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV consideration; provided, that the Chairman may waive these requirements if the Chairman concurs with the Budget Director that there is no adverse fiscal impact. (e) As required by Rule 310, no amendment may be approved by the Council without a legal sufficiency determination presented to the Council at the time of its consideration; provided, that the Chairman may waive these requirements if the Chairman concurs with the General Counsel that the amendment is legally sufficient. 356. GERMANE AMENDMENTS. (a) To be germane to a measure, the amendment is required to relate in an appropriate, relevant, and logical way to the subject of the main measure. It may entirely change the effect of or be in conflict with the spirit of the main measure and still be germane to the subject. (b) An amendment in the nature of a substitute may be offered as long as it is germane to the subject matter of the main measure. (c) An amendment to a prior-offered amendment must be germane to the subject of the prior-offered amendment and to the subject matter of the main measure. (d) Every amendment proposed to an emergency or temporary measure must be germane to the subject matter of the main measure to be amended. (e) A non-germane amendment to a permanent bill requires 2 readings and must be approved by 2/3rds of the Members present and voting. 357. FRIENDLY AMENDMENTS. Without objection, the mover of a motion or a measure may accept a friendly amendment, which, if accepted, shall be voted on simultaneously with the motion or measure. A friendly amendment to a second-degree amendment is not considered a third-degree amendment. 358. AMENDMENT IN THE NATURE OF A SUBSTITUTE. (a) A notice of intent to move an amendment in the nature of a substitute to a measure at a legislative meeting shall be filed with the Secretary and circulated by noon on the business day before the legislative meeting. The filed notice shall explain the rationale and the mover’s reasoning for the amendment and be accompanied by the proposed amendment in the nature of a substitute, which shall reflect all substantive changes from the prior version of the legislation (committee print or engrossment) by using strikeovers on the language that is proposed to be deleted from the prior version and underscore on all new language that is proposed to be added by the amendment in the nature of a substitute. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (b) The mover of an amendment in the nature of a substitute may have a separate amendment considered simultaneously with the amendment in the nature of a substitute. (c) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, if the Council is closed for a legal holiday on the day before a legislative meeting, the notice and accompanying amendment shall be filed and circulated no later than close of business on the business day before the legislative meeting. G. VOTING. 361. FORM OF VOTE. Voting shall be in the form of “YES”, “NO”, and “PRESENT”. A vote of “PRESENT” shall be deemed the equivalent of an abstention or a non-vote. 362. VOICE VOTES. Except as provided in Rule 363, votes on all questions shall be by voice, with the results determined by the Chairman. A Councilmember’s vote upon any matter shall be recorded upon request. 363. DEMAND FOR ROLL-CALL VOTE. Any Member, in advance of a vote or immediately thereafter, may demand a roll- call vote. 364. CALLING THE ROLL. When a roll-call vote is demanded, the Secretary shall call the roll of the Councilmembers in rotating alphabetical order so that the Councilmember whose name is called first is the same Member whose name was called second on the next previous vote, and so on through the roll, so that the Councilmember whose name is called last is the same Councilmember whose name was called first on the next previous vote. At the end of the roll call, the names of those who failed to answer can be called again, or the Chairman can ask if anyone entered the room after the Councilmember’s name was called. Changes of vote are also permitted at this time, before the result is announced. No Councilmember may vote “pass” more than once on the same amendment to a measure or on the measure in its entirety. A second vote of “pass” shall be considered a vote of “present.” 365. RECORDS OF VOTES. (a) When a measure is approved or disapproved by voice vote, the Secretary shall record all Members present as voting on the prevailing side, unless there has been a request to be recorded as having voted “YES”, “NO”, or “PRESENT”, or a Member has recused themself from voting. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (b) When a roll-call vote is demanded, the Secretary will record the names of those voting “YES”, “NO”, or “PRESENT”. Members will be recorded as absent if they are not visible or in the Chamber when a vote is taken. Voting records are official records of the Council. (c) After the Chairman has announced the result of a vote, a Councilmember may not change his or her vote. 366. TAX ABATEMENT FINANCIAL ANALYSIS (TAFA) Where a TAFA issued by the Chief Financial Officer states that an abatement or tax relief is not necessary, a measure authorizing such abatement or tax relief shall, at first reading, require approval of 2/3rds of the Councilmembers present and voting. 367. PROXY VOTING PROHIBITED. No remote voting or proxy shall be permitted either for the purpose of voting or for the purpose of obtaining a quorum; except, that remote voting for the purpose of voting or obtaining a quorum may be allowed during a public emergency and until such time as the Council resumes full in-person operations at the Chairman’s discretion. 368. SUMMONS OF MEMBERS. (a) Before putting a question to vote, the Chairman may hold open the vote for no more than 2 minutes for the purpose of summoning Members who are absent. During that time, the Secretary shall summon the Members who are absent from the Chamber. At the Chairman’s direction, the Secretary shall call the names of the absent Members. (b) No Councilmember may be summoned more than once at the same legislative meeting. H. OPEN MEETINGS. 371. OPEN MEETINGS, GENERALLY. (a) Except as provided in Rule 375, a meeting of the Council and a meeting of a committee shall be open to the public. (b) The Council or a committee shall not keep the number of attendees below a quorum to avoid the requirements of this section. (c) For the purposes of this part, the terms: (1) “Meeting of a committee” means a gathering of a quorum of a committee of the Council, whether informal or formal, regular, special, additional, or emergency, at which the Councilmembers consider, conduct, or advise on public business, including gathering information, taking testimony, discussing, COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV deliberating, recommending, and voting, regardless of whether held in person, by telephone, electronically, or by other means of communication. A meeting of a committee shall not include: (A) A chance or social gathering; provided, that it is not held to avoid the provisions of this paragraph; or (B) Press conferences. (2) “Meeting of the Council” means a gathering of a quorum of the Council, including hearings and roundtables, whether informal or formal, regular, special, additional or emergency, at which the Councilmembers consider, conduct, or advise on public business, including gathering information, taking testimony, discussing, deliberating, recommending, and voting, regardless of whether held in person, by telephone, electronically, or by other means of communication. A meeting of the Council shall not include: (A) A chance meeting or social gathering; provided, that it is not held to avoid the provisions of this paragraph; or (B) Press conferences. 372. MEETINGS DEEMED OPEN. A meeting of the Council or a meeting of a committee is deemed open if the: (1) Public is permitted to be physically present; (2) News media is permitted to be physically present; (3) Meeting is televised; (4) Meting is virtual and the public or news media are permitted to attend; or (5) Meeting otherwise complies with section 405(a) of the Open Meeting Act, effective March 31, 2011 (D.C. Law 18-350; D.C. Official Code § 2-575(a)). 373. NOTICE OF MEETINGS. (a)(1) Before a meeting of the Council is held, whether open or closed, at least one Councilmember attending the meeting shall notify the Secretary at least 48 hours before the meeting, unless emergency circumstances require less notice. (2) Before a meeting of a committee is held, whether open or closed, at least one Councilmember attending the meeting shall notify the Secretary at least 24 hours before the meeting, unless emergency circumstances require less notice. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (b) Notice provided pursuant to this section shall be posted by the Secretary in plain view in the John A. Wilson Building, except during a period for which a public emergency has been declared pursuant to section 5 of the District of Columbia Public Emergency Act of 1980, effective October 17, 2002 (D.C. Law 14-194; D.C. Official Code § 7-2304), and on the website of the Council. (c) A notice for a meeting of the Council or a meeting of a committee provided pursuant to this section shall include the: (1) Date; (2) Time; (3) Location; and (4) Planned agenda, if applicable, for the meeting. (d) If a meeting of the Council or a meeting of a committee, or any portion of a meeting, is expected to be closed, the notice shall include a statement of the intent to close the meeting, including the reasons for the closure. (e) This section shall not apply to administrative meetings, breakfast meetings, open discussions, or other gathering of the Council when no official action is expected to take place; provided, that no official action may be taken at such meetings. (f) Notice for hearings or roundtables shall be provided pursuant to Rule 421. 374. RECORD OF MEETINGS. (a) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, all meetings, whether open or closed, shall be recorded electronically. In accordance with Rule 807 and 808, the electronic recording shall be produced and maintained by the Secretary; provided, that if a recording is not possible, detailed minutes of the meetings shall be kept by the Secretary. (b) If a meeting is open: (1) Copies of the records shall be provided to the public or any requester at his or her expense; (2) A copy of the draft minutes shall be made available to the public or requester no more than 3 business days after the meeting; and (3) A copy of the full record, including any recording or transcript, shall be made available no later than 7 business days after the meeting. (c) This section shall not apply to administrative meetings, breakfast meetings, open discussions, or other gathering of the Council when no official action is expected to take place; provided, that no official action may be taken at such meetings. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 375. EXCEPTIONS TO OPEN MEETINGS. A meeting, or a portion of a meeting, may be closed for the following reasons: (1) A law or court order requires that a particular matter or proceeding not be public; (2) To discuss, establish, or instruct a public body’s staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken in negotiating the price and other material terms of a contract, including an employment contract, if an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body; (3) To discuss, establish, or instruct a public body’s staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken in negotiating incentives relating to the location or expansion of industries or other businesses or business activities in the District; (4)(A) To consult with an attorney to obtain legal advice and to preserve the attorney-client privilege between an attorney and a public body, or to approve settlement agreements; provided, that, upon request, the public body may decide to waive the privilege. (B) Nothing herein shall be construed to permit the Council or Council committee to close a meeting that would otherwise be open merely because the attorney for the public body is a participant; (5) Planning, discussing, or conducting specific collective-bargaining negotiations; (6) Preparation, administration, or grading of scholastic, licensing, or qualifying examinations; (7) To prevent premature disclosure of an honorary degree, scholarship, prize, or similar award; (8) To discuss and take action regarding specific methods and procedures to protect the public from existing or potential terrorist activity or substantial dangers to public health and safety, and to receive briefings by staff members, legal counsel, law-enforcement officials, or emergency-service officials concerning these methods and procedures; provided, that disclosure would endanger the public and a record of the closed session is made public if and when the public would not be endangered by that disclosure; (9) To discuss disciplinary matters; (10) To discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, performance evaluation, compensation, discipline, demotion, removal, or resignation of government appointees, employees, or officials, including Councilmembers and staff; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (11) To discuss trade secrets and commercial or financial information obtained from outside the government, to the extent that disclosure would result in substantial harm to the competitive position of the person from whom the information was obtained; (12) To train and develop members of a public body, including the Council and staff; (13) To deliberate upon a decision in an adjudication action or proceeding by a public body exercising quasi-judicial functions; (14) To plan, discuss, or hear reports concerning ongoing or planned investigations of alleged criminal or civil misconduct or violations of law or regulations, if disclosure to the public would harm the investigation; and (15) Any other reason provided in section 405(b) of the Open Meeting Act, effective March 31, 2011 (D.C. Law 18-350; D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b)). 376. CLOSED MEETINGS (a)(1) Before a meeting or portion of a meeting may be closed, the Council or committee shall meet in public session at which a majority of the members present vote, upon good cause shown, in favor of closure. (2) The presiding officer shall make a statement providing the reason for closure, including citations from Rule 375, and the subjects to be discussed. A copy of the roll call vote and the statement shall be provided in writing and made available to the public. (3) A public body that meets in closed session shall not discuss or consider matters other than those matters listed under Rule 375. (b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, the record of a closed meeting, including testimony taken and evidence received in a closed meeting, shall be confidential and may not be released to the public. (c)(1) Upon good cause shown and, if applicable, after the 10-day period described in paragraph (3) of this subsection, a majority of the Council or committee may approve the release of the record, including testimony taken or evidence received in a closed meeting. (2) Ten days before the release of testimony taken or evidence received in a closed meeting, the Council or committee must notify, in writing, the affected witness that the Council or committee intends to release the testimony or evidence. (3) Before the expiration of the 10-day period, the affected witness may request, in writing directed to the presiding Council or committee member, and the COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Council or committee may consider withholding the testimony or evidence described in the notice. ARTICLE IV—LEGISLATION. A. INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION. 401. WHO MAY INTRODUCE. (a)(1) Only a Councilmember may introduce legislation for consideration by the Council. (2) At the time a measure is filed with the Secretary, in accordance with Rule 282, the measure shall be placed in Word format, on the Council’s intranet. (b)(1) Proposed legislation transmitted to the Council by the Mayor, the Uniform Law Commission, or an independent agency shall be submitted in Word format, shall be complete, and shall comply with these Rules. It shall be introduced by the Chairman, at the request of the Mayor (or as submitted by the Mayor), or the independent agency. Legislation transmitted by the Mayor or an independent agency shall not be introduced on the dais at a legislative meeting or a work session of the Committee of the Whole. (2)(A) To be considered at a legislative meeting, legislation transmitted by the Mayor or an independent agency that requests Council approval of a contract shall be filed with the Secretary, with the required contract summary and contract, including relevant modifications, no later than the close of business on the fourth business day before the meeting. (B) To be considered at a legislative meeting, all other measures transmitted by the Mayor or an independent agency shall be filed with the Secretary no later than noon on the second business day before the meeting. (3) Proposed legislation from the Mayor, the Uniform Law Commission, or an independent agency shall be transmitted to the Council by hard copy or a copy in Word format by email, or any other medium as determined by the Secretary. All confirmation resolutions submitted to the Council by the Mayor shall include a copy of the current resume of the nominee. The Secretary shall place a Word format copy of the proposed legislation on the Council’s intranet. (4) Legislation transmitted under this subsection shall be filed with the Secretary during normal business hours. (5) The Secretary shall determine whether the proposed legislation is in the appropriate form, complete, and complies with these Rules, and may return any proposed legislation that is not in the appropriate form or complete to the Mayor, the Uniform Law Commission, or the independent agency. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 402. MANNER OF INTRODUCTION. (a) A Councilmember may introduce a measure by filing the signed original of the measure with the Secretary during normal business hours. (b) An introduced measure may be accompanied by a Statement of Introduction at the time of filing, which shall be available on LIMS and made part of the official record of the measure. (c) Co-introduction of a measure shall be evidenced by the signature of the co-introducer on the face of the measure at the time of filing. Co-sponsorship shall be permitted by a memo to the Secretary pursuant to Rule 802(b). (d) A Councilmember may withdraw as a co-introducer or a co-sponsor by filing a notice of withdrawal with the Secretary. (e) Unless a law specifically provides otherwise, no matter transmitted for a period of Council review before taking effect shall be deemed transmitted to the Council or the Chairman, and no time period for Council review shall begin to run, until the matter has been formally introduced by the Chairman pursuant to subsection (a) of this section. (f) Whenever a measure would require the Secretary to transmit its text or anything associated with the text to a person, the Councilmember who introduced the measure, or the Mayor if the measure is introduced at the request of the Mayor, shall provide the Secretary with the last-known address of the recipient. (g) Proposed legislation transmitted for introduction by the Mayor, the Uniform Law Commission, or an independent agency shall be addressed to the Chairman and filed with the Secretary. The Secretary shall circulate the measure in accordance with these Rules. (h) Any filing sheet and other documentation accompanying legislation that is required by the Secretary shall be typed or legibly printed and shall be specific to the legislation. 403. READING INTRODUCTIONS. (a) At each legislative meeting and work session of the Committee of the Whole, during the period designated for introductions, the Secretary shall read the short titles of measures that were introduced pursuant to Rules 401 and 402 between the previous reporting period and 10 a.m. of the business day before the legislative meeting or Committee of the Whole work session, and provide the numbers assigned as provided in Rule 805 and the committee referrals as provided in Rule 404. (b) Measures may not be debated or amended when they are read for introduction. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (c) The formal reading of the Secretary’s report as provided in subsection (a) of this section may be waived by unanimous consent. (d) A Councilmember may raise questions regarding a committee referral included in the Secretary’s report without a formal reading of the entire Secretary’s report. 404. COMMITTEE REFERRAL. (a) When a measure is introduced, the Chairman shall refer it to the appropriate committee or committees, unless the Council retains the measure. Such referral is not official until it is read at a meeting pursuant to Rule 403. (b)(1) The Chairman may refer a measure to 2 or more committees for sequential consideration of all or part of the measure and may refer all or part of the measure to one or more committees for comments. (2) When there is a sequential referral, the Chairman may specify a time period within which one or more of the committees must report the measure. If a committee fails to file a report within the specified time period, the measure shall be deemed discharged from the committee, and the Secretary shall provide notice that the measure is ready for subsequent action by another committee or to be agendized for Council consideration. (c) The Chairman may re-refer a measure and the new referral shall become official at the next legislative meeting or Committee of the Whole work session. (d) A committee may not consider a measure unless the Chairman has made an official referral, although a hearing or roundtable notice may be filed in the meantime. 405. COMMENTS BY EXECUTIVE. The Executive may comment on any measure. Unless otherwise required by law, neither the Council nor a committee must wait for Executive comments before considering a measure. 406. WITHDRAWAL OF LEGISLATION. (a) Whenever a rule, regulation, or resolution is proposed for promulgation by an entity other than the Council and is required by law to be approved, disapproved, or reviewed by the Council before its taking effect and would take effect automatically by operation of law, the proposal may be withdrawn formally by the proposer before final Council action or, if the Council takes no action, before any time limit imposed by law. The withdrawal shall render the original proposal a nullity as if it were never proposed. These proposed rules, regulations, and resolutions may be withdrawn only by written request transmitted to the Chairman. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (b) Except as provided above in subsection (a) of this Rule, a proposer may withdraw any measure he or she introduced before a vote has been taken by the committee to which the measure has been referred. A withdrawal shall be filed with the Secretary. A withdrawal shall render the original measure a nullity, as if it were never introduced. If a measure has been introduced by more than one Councilmember, all co- introducers must consent to withdrawal under this subsection. (c) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, if a Councilmember withdraws a resolution approving or disapproving a contract or reprogramming after the date the contract or reprogramming would otherwise have been deemed approved, the measure shall be deemed approved on the date the resolution is withdrawn, unless it has been deemed approved before that time by operation of law. 407. COMMITTEE APPROVAL (a) Each committee may take action on any measure referred to the committee, except as provided in subsection (b) of this section. (b) A committee may not vote on a measure sequentially referred to that committee until all conditions of the referral have been met to make such measure ripe for consideration by the committee. (c) A hearing on a measure by any committee of the Council shall satisfy the requirements of Rule 501(a)(2) for measures referred sequentially to committees. (d) After approval of a committee print on a measure by the Committee of the Whole, the Chairman may file the committee print with the Secretary as specified in Rule 282 without the committee report. B. COUNCIL APPROVAL. 411. CONSENT AGENDA. (a) The Chairman shall prepare a consent agenda for each legislative meeting that shall include measures that the Chairman believes will be adopted by unanimous vote. Without objection, a Councilmember may amend the committee print of a measure without removing the bill or resolution from the consent agenda, if the amendment is filed with the Secretary at or before a Committee of the Whole meeting and circulated to the Councilmembers at the Committee of the Whole meeting. (b) A Councilmember may remove a measure from the consent agenda at the Committee of the Whole meeting or at the legislative meeting before the vote on the consent agenda. (c) Measures removed from the consent agenda shall be considered as provided in Rule 315 or 316, except that the Chairman may first consider items removed from the consent agenda. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (d) Before the vote on the consent agenda at a legislative meeting, and without objection from any other Councilmember, a Councilmember may request that a measure on the non-consent agenda be moved to the consent agenda. (e) Approval of the consent agenda during a legislative meeting will include the unanimous approval of all matters included in the consent agenda. If a Councilmember asks for his or her vote to be recorded on a particular measure, the measure shall be removed from the consent agenda. 412. EMERGENCY LEGISLATION. (a)(1) When a Councilmember proposes a measure to be approved immediately due to emergency circumstances, the Council may debate the question of the existence of an emergency and then shall vote on whether emergency circumstances exist. (2) A Councilmember may debate the merits of a measure to determine whether emergency circumstances exist. (3) If 2/3rds of the members find that emergency circumstances exist, the Council shall consider the measure on its merits. (b) For the purposes of this section, an “emergency” means a situation that adversely affects the health, safety, welfare, or economic well-being of the District, its residents, its businesses, or other persons or entities for which legislative relief is deemed appropriate and necessary by the Council, and for which adherence to the ordinary legislative process would result in delay that would adversely affect the circumstances which the legislation is intended to protect. (c) An emergency resolution shall take effect, according to its terms, either immediately or at a specific time. Pursuant to section 412(a) of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.12(a)), an emergency act shall be effective law for no more than 90 days. (d) As required by Rule 309, no emergency measure may be approved by the Council without a fiscal impact statement presented to the Council at the time of its consideration; provided, that the Chairman may waive this requirement if the Chairman concurs with the Budget Director that the measure does not have a negative fiscal impact. (e) As required by Rule 310, no emergency measure may be approved by the Council without a legal sufficiency determination presented to the Council at the time of its consideration; provided, that the Chairman may waive this requirement if the Chairman concurs with the General Counsel that the measure is legally sufficient. (f) An emergency measure on the agenda for the legislative meeting shall be moved by the Councilmember who noticed the measure or, in the absence of that Councilmember, may be moved by another Councilmember designated by the COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV Councilmember who noticed the measure. If no Councilmember has been designated to move the measure in the absence of the Councilmember who noticed the measure, the measure shall be considered to have been withdrawn. (g) The Chairman may rule out of order an emergency measure that is subject to inclusion in an approved budget and financial plan. 413. TEMPORARY LEGISLATION. If the Council approves an emergency bill under Rule 412, the Council may, at the same legislative meeting, consider a temporary bill on first reading without committee referral. At first reading, the temporary bill must be substantially similar to the emergency bill and may remain effective for no more than 225 days. 414. TECHNICAL-AMENDMENT LEGISLATION. (a) On an occasional basis, the General Counsel shall prepare a technical- amendment bill for introduction by the Chairman. (b) Notwithstanding Rule 501(a), no hearing is required before final adoption of a technical-amendment bill prepared in accordance with this section. (c) A technical-amendment bill shall contain only amendments to existing law, and no amendment included in the technical-amendment bill may make substantive changes to the existing law. Any amendment to the technical-amendment bill must be certified as technical by the General Counsel. (d) An amendment to a technical-amendment bill that has not been certified as technical by the General Counsel shall be out of order for Council consideration. 415. ENACTMENT LEGISLATION. (a) On an occasional basis, the General Counsel shall prepare an enactment bill for introduction by the Chairman. (b) Notwithstanding Rule 501(a), no hearing is required before final adoption of an enactment bill prepared in accordance with this section. (c) An enactment bill shall present, for each title of the District of Columbia Official Code proposed to be enacted into positive law, a compilation, restatement, and revision of the general and permanent laws of the District of Columbia that conforms to the understood policy, intent, and purpose of the Council or Congress in the original enactments, with such amendments and corrections as to remove ambiguity, contradictions, and other imperfections, both of substance and of form. (d) An amendment to an enactment bill that has not been proposed by the General Counsel as an amendment consistent with subsection (c) of this section shall be out of order for Council consideration. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 416. VETOED LEGISLATION. (a) Whenever the Mayor disapproves and returns an act pursuant to section 404(e) of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.04(e)), the disapproved act shall be the property of the full Council. The Chairman may solicit comments or recommendations on the disapproved act from a committee or committees. A Councilmember may move for the Council to reenact the disapproved act before the end of the 30-day review period provided in section 404(e) of the Charter. If 2/3rds of the Councilmembers present and voting vote to reenact the act, the act shall become law subject to the provisions of section 602(c) of the Home Rule Act (D.C. Official Code § 1-206.02(c)). (b) Whenever the Mayor disapproves and returns any item or provision of a budget act pursuant to section 404(f) of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.04(f)), the act containing the disapproved item or provision shall be the property of the full Council. The Chairman may solicit comments or recommendations on the disapproved item or provision from a committee or committees. A Councilmember may move for the Council to reenact any disapproved item or provision of the budget act before the end of the 30-day review period provided in section 404(f) of the Charter. If 2/3rds of the Councilmembers present and voting vote to reenact any item or provision of the budget act, the item or provision so reenacted shall be incorporated in the budget and become law subject to the provisions of section 602(c) of the Home Rule Act (D.C. Official Code § 1-206.02(c)). 417. TRANSMISSION OF ACTS. The Chairman shall transmit adopted acts to the Mayor and enacted acts to the United States Senate and the United States House of Representatives as required by the Charter. 418. EFFECT OF END OF COUNCIL PERIOD. (a)(1) A measure that has not been finally adopted by the Council before the end of the Council Period in which the measure was introduced lapses without prejudice to the measure’s reintroduction in a subsequent Council Period. (2) If temporary legislation has been passed on first reading pursuant to Rule 413 in a Council Period, it may be considered on final reading during the next Council Period. (3) A matter transmitted by the Mayor or an independent agency for a designated period of Council review that is pending at the end of a Council period shall be in the same status that the matter was at the end of the prior Council period and the legislation assigned a new number. If notice required by these Rules has been given in the prior Council period, no additional notice shall be required before action on the matter. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (b) Legislation that has been finally adopted by the Council during a Council Period shall not lapse simply because any of the following occurs: (1) Approval or veto by the Mayor; (2) Approval by operation of law; (3) Reenactment after a veto; (4) Submission to referendum; or (5) Transmittal to Congress. C. NOTICE AND PUBLICATION OF INTENDED ACTIONS. 421. GENERAL NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF INTENDED ACTIONS AND HEARINGS. (a)(1) Except as provided in these Rules, 15 days’ notice by publication in the Register is required before Council adoption of a measure. (2) Abbreviated notice under this subsection may be given upon good cause found and published in the Register with the notice. (b) No prior notice by publication in the Register is required for the adoption of a ceremonial resolution, an emergency bill or resolution, an emergency-declaration resolution, or a resolution adopting Council Rules, appointing Council officers and committee chairpersons and members, or otherwise pertaining to the internal operation or organization of the Council. (c) Except as provided in these Rules, 15 days’ notice by publication in the Register or abbreviated notice published in the Register is required before the conduct of a hearing. (d) Abbreviated notice under subsection (c) of this section may be given: (1) For a hearing on a permanent bill for the purpose of rescheduling the hearing when the hearing was previously noticed in the Register; (2) For a hearing on a resolution, when a hearing is required, upon good cause found and published in the Register with the notice, and when the abbreviated notice provides at least 3 business days’ notice; (3) For an oversight or investigative hearing, when such notice is posted on the Council website or published in the Register; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (4) For a hearing that was scheduled on a day when there is an unscheduled closing of the government and when the abbreviated notice provides at least 3 business days’ notice; or (5) For a hearing on any matter on which a notice has been filed to add any item that does not otherwise require a hearing and when the abbreviated notice provides at least 3 business days’ notice. (e)(1) Notice of a roundtable on a resolution or an oversight roundtable shall be filed with the Secretary and circulated to Councilmembers at least 24 hours before the roundtable. (2) Notwithstanding the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection, when a committee elects to conduct a roundtable on a confirmation resolution, 5 calendar days’ notice is required before the conduct of the roundtable, such notice to be filed with the Secretary and circulated to Members. The notice shall also be posted on the Council website. (f) A notice of a cancellation of a hearing or roundtable shall be filed and circulated at least 24 hours before the scheduled hearing or roundtable, unless the reason for the cancellation precludes such notice. 422. PERSONAL SERVICE OR ACTUAL NOTICE. Notice by publication is not required if all persons subject to an intended action are named, and in accordance with law, either are served personally or have actual notice of the Council’s intended action. 423. METHODS OF NOTICE. (a) When not otherwise required by these Rules or other provisions of law to be done in specific fashion, notice may be given by: (1) Publication in the Register; (2) Publication in one or more newspapers of general circulation; (3) Mailing notices to a mailing list of organizations and individuals established and maintained by the Secretary; (4) Use of other news media; (5) Posting notice in a prominent place in the John A. Wilson Building and other public buildings or posting places; (6) Facsimile; (7) E-mail; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (8) Posting on the Council’s official website; or (9) In any other manner directed by the Council. (b) When notice to the public is required under these Rules, by law, or otherwise, the notice shall be posted on the Council website. 424. NOTICE OF EMERGENCY ACTIONS. (a)(1) When an emergency measure is to be considered, a notice that includes the following shall be circulated by noon on the third business day before the legislative meeting at which the emergency measure is to be considered, unless the nature of the emergency precludes such notice: (A) A statement of the circumstances making it necessary that the measure be considered on an emergency basis, which shall comply with Rule 412(b); (B) A statement of the intended effect of the emergency measure; and (C) A draft of the emergency measure and emergency-declaration resolution. (2) If the nature of the emergency precludes the notice required by paragraph (1) of this subsection, the sponsor of the legislation shall circulate and file the measure with the Secretary and take steps to ensure that Councilmembers have notice at the earliest possible time before the meeting at which the emergency measure is to be considered. (b) In addition to the provisions of subsection (a) of this section, public notice of intended emergency action shall be given by the Council before adoption of an emergency bill or resolution by at least one method provided in Rule 423. 425. NOTICE OF TEMPORARY LEGISLATION. (a) Each temporary bill adopted pursuant to Rule 413 shall be circulated and filed with the accompanying emergency measure in accordance with Rule 424. Following approval on first reading, the Secretary shall publish a notice of intent to adopt the temporary bill on second reading in the Register. (b) When temporary legislation is to be considered under Rule 413, the notice of emergency action under Rule 424 shall include notice of the temporary legislation. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 426. NOTICE OF WAIVER OF RULE 231(c). (a) A notice of a request to waive Rule 231(c) shall be filed and circulated no later than noon on the third business day before the legislative meeting at which a measure is to be considered. The notice shall include a rationale for the request. (b) If the committee report for a measure is not filed before noon on the third business day before the legislative meeting, a motion to waive Rule 231(c) may not be placed on the legislative agenda. (c) Before approval of a motion to waive Rule 231(c), a certification shall be made of a measure’s legal sufficiency and technical compliance with the drafting rules of the Council; the fiscal impact; the completion of the record; and a determination made of the fiscal-impact. (d) Approval of a motion to waive Rule 231(c) shall require a vote of 2/3rds of the Members present and voting. (e) A motion to waive Rule 231(c) is not in order if the legislation includes amendments made by one or more committees that are beyond the jurisdiction of the committee or committees. (f) At the discretion of the Chairman, a notice of a request to waive Rule 231(c) may be considered as notice of a request to consider the measure at a meeting of the Committee of the Whole, pursuant to Committee of the Whole Rule 403(b), preceding the legislative meeting for which the request to waive was filed. 427. CEREMONIAL RESOLUTIONS. Each ceremonial resolution shall be circulated and filed by noon on the business day before the legislative meeting at which it is to be considered. 428. NOTICE AND PUBLICATION OF ADOPTED LEGISLATION. Each measure adopted by the Council shall be published in the Register. Except as provided in section 204 of the District of Columbia Codification Act of 1975, effective October 8, 1975 (D.C. Law 1-19; D.C. Official Code § 2-602), no measure shall become effective until after its publication. Once notice by publication has been given in accordance with this section, no additional publication is necessary for an act completing congressional review to become effective law as provided in section 602 of the Home Rule Act (D.C. Official Code § 1-206.02). 429. NOTICE OF NEW BUSINESS. Except as provided in these Rules, a Councilmember shall file a notice of intent by noon on the third business day before a legislative meeting, to make any of the following motions: COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (1) A motion to reconsider a measure that was considered at a prior legislative meeting; (2) A motion to take from the table a measure that was laid on the table at a prior legislative meeting; (3) A motion to discharge; (4) A point of personal privilege; (5) A motion to override a Mayoral veto; or (6) Any other motion that brings new business before the Council. 430. NOTICE OF COMMITTEE MEETINGS. (a)(1) A committee shall file and circulate notice, which shall be made publicly available at least 24 hours before a meeting, of the date, hour, and place of a committee meeting. Such notice shall include a copy of the agenda and a draft, including a comparative print when required by Rule 803(e)(5), of any measures to be considered at the meeting. (2) In addition to the to the requirements of (a)(1) of this Rule, during the last two months of a Council Period, when an agenda for a committee meeting contains more than three bills, a committee shall file and circulate notice at least 48 hours before a meeting of the date, hour, and place of a committee meeting. Such notice shall include a copy of the agenda and a draft of the bills to be considered at the meeting. (b) If at least 4 members of the committee agree in writing to a shorter notice, the committee may consider matters not included on the agenda. (c) A committee shall file and circulate notice, at least 24 hours before a meeting, of the cancellation of a committee meeting. ARTICLE V—HEARING PROCEDURES. A. PROCEDURES FOR HEARINGS. 501. AUTHORITY TO CALL HEARINGS. (a)(1) The Council shall hold a hearing when required by law and may hold a hearing on any matter relating to the affairs of the District. A Council hearing may be called by the Chairman. (2) A hearing shall be held on all permanent bills before final adoption by the Council. A hearing shall not be required when a hearing on the same or a similar bill was held in the same or immediately preceding Council Period. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (b) A committee of the Council shall hold a hearing when required by law and may hold a hearing on any matter relating to the affairs of the District that is properly within the committee’s jurisdiction as provided in these Rules. (c) Unless a hearing is required by law or regulation, a committee may hold a roundtable on any matter relating to the affairs of the District that is properly within the committee’s jurisdiction as provided in these Rules. A roundtable shall comply with the hearing requirements set forth in this Article. (d) A notice of a hearing or roundtable shall be filed with the Secretary. 502. QUORUM. One Councilmember, for the Council, or one member of a committee, for the committee, shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of holding a hearing or a roundtable. 503. PARTICIPATION BY MEMBERS. (a) Each Councilmember may participate in hearings of the Council or of a committee, without regard to whether the Councilmember is a member of the committee conducting the hearing. (b) Each Councilmember may question witnesses for no more than 10 minutes until after each Councilmember has had an opportunity to question the witnesses. 504. WITNESSES AT A PUBLIC HEARING. (a) If a committee, in the publication of notice of a hearing or roundtable, sets a deadline before which a person must contact the committee to be permitted to be a witness at the public hearing, then at the time that the public hearing is held, each person who complied with the committee’s requirements shall be given an opportunity to testify. (b) A person who fails to comply with the requirements of this section may not testify unless the presiding member allows the person to testify. (c) The Secretary shall develop an electronic form template for committees to register public witnesses to testify at a hearing or roundtable. Committees shall make such registration form available to the public within one business day of filing a notice of hearing or roundtable with the Secretary, and the form shall remain open for registrations until noon on the second business day prior to the hearing or roundtable, unless the notice of a hearing or roundtable indicates a later time. The form shall include committee contact information and information on requesting interpretation or translation services which must be made at least five business days in advance of the hearing or roundtable. Each committee shall maintain a record of registrations from the form for each hearing or roundtable. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV B. RECEIVING TESTIMONY. 511. QUESTIONING WITNESSES. Witnesses may be questioned by Councilmembers and, with the consent of the presiding member, by authorized staff or counsel. 512. DECORUM OF WITNESSES. (a) A witness may address a Councilmember only through the presiding member. (b) A witness shall confine their remarks to the question under discussion and shall avoid making negative personal comments. (c) The presiding member shall maintain order in the hearing or roundtable and, after issuing a warning, may order the removal of a disorderly person as provided in Rule 322. C. RIGHTS OF WITNESSES. 521. RIGHT TO COUNSEL. Any witness who appears before the Council or a committee has the right to be represented by counsel. 522. RIGHT TO MAKE OPENING STATEMENT. (a) Each witness testifying on behalf of the Executive Branch, including an agency, entity, board, commission, or independent agency of the Executive Branch must submit written testimony to the chair of the committee before which the witness is to testify at least 48 hours before the commencement of a hearing or roundtable. This requirement may be waived by the presiding chairperson if the presiding chairperson determines there is good cause. (b) Any witness testifying at a hearing or roundtable may submit an opening statement, which shall be placed in the record of the hearing or roundtable if timely submitted. The presiding member may permit the witness to read the witness’s statement at the hearing or roundtable. D. RECORD OF HEARINGS. 531. HEARING RECORDS, REQUIRED. (a) Within 20 business days after the close of the record for a hearing or roundtable, a committee shall file with the Secretary a hearing record, which shall be a complete record of the hearing or roundtable. The hearing record shall contain the following: (1) A copy of the published notice; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (2) A copy of the witness list; (3) Copies of written testimony; (4) Statements or other materials submitted for the record; (5) Important correspondence with the Mayor, if applicable; and (6) Other information that the committee chairperson considers necessary. (b) If new materials are provided to the committee after the close of the record, the committee chairperson may supplement the hearing record. 532. CLOSE OF RECORD. Unless otherwise provided in the hearing notice or stated at the hearing, the record for a hearing or roundtable shall close 10 business days after the hearing or roundtable. A committee may not mark-up a measure within its jurisdiction until after the official close of the record on such measure. ARTICLE VI—INVESTIGATIONS AND SUBPOENAS. A. PROCEDURES FOR INVESTIGATIONS USING SUBPOENAS. 601. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF SUBPOENAS IN AN INVESTIGATION. (a) In order to use subpoenas to obtain testimony or documents, the Council shall adopt a resolution authorizing an investigation by the Council. (b) In order to use subpoenas to obtain testimony or documents, a standing committee, an ad hoc committee, or, if authorized by the resolution establishing it, a special committee, shall adopt a resolution of the committee authorizing an investigation. This resolution shall be filed in the Office of the Secretary. (c) To afford witnesses adequate notice of the scope of the inquiry, a resolution authorizing an investigation under this section shall delineate the purpose of the investigation and the subject matter to be investigated. 602. NOTICE OF INVESTIGATION. The Secretary shall publish a notice of each investigation authorized under Rule 601 in the Register, which notice shall include a copy or description of the resolution authorizing the investigation and the date the resolution was filed in the Office of the Secretary. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 603. REPORT OF INVESTIGATION. (a) Within 90 days after the conclusion of an investigation under this article, a committee shall submit to the Council the results of the investigation, unless the Council, by majority vote of the Members present and voting, extends the time limit. (b) The committee, by a majority vote of the Members present and voting, may vote not to release all or part of its report. The Council, by a majority vote of Members present and voting, may direct a committee to release its report under terms that the Council sets. 604. TESTIMONY UNDER OATH. A witness may be affirmed or sworn to give truthful testimony. 605. ISSUING THE OATH. Any person authorized by law may issue an oath or affirmation to a witness. 606. DEPOSITIONS. The Council or committee may authorize a Councilmember, staff, or counsel to take the testimony of witnesses by oral or written depositions. B. SUBPOENAS. 611. ISSUANCE OF SUBPOENAS. The Council, any standing committee of the Council, an ad hoc committee, and, if authorized by the resolution establishing it, any special committee, may subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents and other tangible items at meetings, hearings, and depositions in connection with an investigation. Subpoenas shall be issued in the form set forth in Appendix A, and, except as provided in Rule 613(b), shall be served not less than 5 business days before the return date. 612. REPORT TO SECRETARY REGARDING USE OF SUBPOENA. Before issuing a subpoena, the Council, a standing committee, an ad hoc committee, or authorized special committee shall submit a report to the Secretary outlining the nature and scope of the investigation and the type of information sought through the use of the subpoena. 613. SERVICE OF SUBPOENAS. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a subpoena shall be served personally on the witness or the witness’s designated agent in one of the following ways, which may be attempted concurrently or successively: COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (1) By a person at least 18 years of age, designated by the committee or the Council from among the staff appointed by the Secretary who is not directly involved in the investigation; or (2) By a person, at least 18 years of age, engaged by the committee or the Council for this purpose. (b) If, after a reasonable attempt, personal service on a witness or witness’s designated agent cannot be obtained, service may be effectuated by registered or certified mail not less than 8 business days before the return date. 614. ENFORCEMENT OF SUBPOENAS. A committee may refer to the Council any case of contumacy by a person subpoenaed to appear before the committee. The Council may refer by resolution any case of contumacy by any person subpoenaed by the Council or a committee to the Superior Court of the District of Columbia as provided in section 413 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.13). C. RIGHTS OF WITNESSES. 621. RIGHT TO ASSERT PRIVILEGES. (a) A witness has the right to refuse to answer a question that might tend to incriminate the witness by claiming the witness’s Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination, other Constitutional privileges, or statutory or common law privileges recognized in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. (b) If a witness asserts a privilege, the presiding member shall inquire into the witness’s reasons for claiming the privilege. If the presiding member determines that the claim of privilege is not warranted, the presiding member shall direct the witness to answer the question. A witness’s continued claim of privilege in the face of an order by the presiding member to answer a specific question constitutes contumacy by the witness. 622. NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS. When a witness under subpoena is not represented by counsel, the presiding member shall advise the witness of the witness’s privilege against self-incrimination. 623. RIGHT TO TRANSCRIPT. A witness under subpoena is entitled to receive, at the cost of producing it, a written transcript or a transcription of the witness’s testimony in connection with an investigation. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 624. RIGHTS OF PERSONS WHO ARE SUBJECTS OF INVESTIGATIONS. Any person who is the subject of an investigation authorized under Rule 601 may submit written questions for the cross-examination of other witnesses at a public investigative hearing called by the Council or a committee. With the consent of the Councilmembers present and voting, the questions may be put to the witness by a Councilmember, by staff, or by counsel. 625. RIGHTS OF PERSONS IDENTIFIED IN INVESTIGATIONS. Any person, who is named or specifically identified in connection with an investigation and who believes that the testimony or other evidence or comment by a member of the Council or a committee or its staff does not comport with the truth, may file a sworn statement of facts relevant to the testimony or other evidence or comment complained of. D. REPRIMAND, CENSURE, AND EXPULSION PROCEDURES. 651. ESTABLISHING AN AD HOC COMMITTEE. (a) An ad hoc committee may be established pursuant to subsection (b) or (c) of this section for the purposes of considering allegations of a violation of a law or rule by a Councilmember and making recommendations for further action. (b) An ad hoc committee shall be established, pursuant to subsection (d) of this section, within 3 business days after: (1) BEGA censures a Councilmember; (2) Outside counsel delivers to the Council an investigative report that contains a finding that a Councilmember has violated the Council’s sexual harassment policy; or (3) 5 Councilmembers file with the Secretary a written request for the establishment of an ad hoc committee, which shall include a description of the alleged violation of law or rule that forms the basis of the request. (c) The Chairman may establish an ad hoc committee pursuant to this section at the Chairman’s discretion, regardless of whether one of the events described in subsection (b) of this section has occurred. If the Chairman establishes an ad hoc committee under this subsection, the memorandum filed pursuant to subsection (d) of this section shall include a description of the alleged violation of law or rule committed by the Councilmember whose conduct will be under consideration by the ad hoc committee. (d) To establish an ad hoc committee, the Chairman shall file a memorandum with the Secretary appointing 3 or more Councilmembers to serve on the ad hoc committee, and designating one of the appointed members to serve as the chairperson. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV The ad hoc committee shall not include any Councilmember whose conduct is under consideration by the ad hoc committee. (e) The Secretary shall deliver a copy of the memorandum filed pursuant to subsection (d) of this section to each Councilmember, including the Councilmember whose conduct is under consideration by the ad hoc committee, within 48 business hours of the Secretary’s receipt of that memorandum. (f) No sanction pursuant to Rule 655 shall be imposed unless: (1) First recommended by an ad hoc committee; and (2) A proceeding is held pursuant to Rule 653. (g) The ad hoc committee’s proceedings may be conducted in executive session in accordance with Rule 375, except that its recommendation for further action shall be made public. In connection with any action taken under this part, the Council shall take all reasonable steps to protect the identity of any complainant who alleges sexual harassment, as defined in the Sexual Harassment Policy. Such actions may include voting to close meetings under Part H of Article III and withholding or redacting identifying information in written documents. (h) For the purposes of this part, the term “Chairman” means, if the Chairman is the Councilmember whose conduct is under consideration by the ad hoc committee, the Chairman Pro Tempore. 652. AD HOC COMMITTEE PROCEDURES. (a) An ad hoc committee established pursuant to Rule 651 shall: (1) In the case of an ad hoc committee established pursuant to Rule 651(b)(1) or (2), consider BEGA’s findings or outside counsel’s investigative report; (2) In the case of an ad hoc committee established pursuant to Rule 651(b)(3), consider the description of the alleged violation of law or rule in the written request filed pursuant to Rule 651(b)(3); (3) In the case of an ad hoc committee established pursuant to Rule 651(c), consider the description of the alleged violation of law or rule in the memorandum filed pursuant to Rule 651(d); (4) Permit testimony from the Councilmember whose conduct is under consideration by the ad hoc committee; (5) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, collect more evidence, as needed, including by authorizing an investigation pursuant to Rule 601(b); except, that the Chairman, pursuant to an authorizing resolution, may appoint any COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV person to perform the actions described in this paragraph in lieu of the ad hoc committee; (6) Consider the findings of any other investigation of the conduct that is under consideration by the ad hoc committee; and (7) File a report, as described in subsection (c) of this section, with the Secretary within: (A) In the case of an ad hoc committee established pursuant to Rule 651(b)(1) or (2), 45 days after the ad hoc committee is established; or (B) In the case of an ad hoc committee established pursuant to Rule 651(b)(3) or (c), 90 days after the ad hoc committee is established. (b) An ad hoc committee created pursuant to Rule 651(b)(2) may not engage in additional fact finding and shall rely on the findings of outside counsel for the purposes of the report required by subsection (a)(7) of this section. (c)(1) The report required by subsection (a)(7) of this section shall: (A) Summarize the actions taken by the ad hoc committee; (B) Describe the findings of the ad hoc committee, including identifying the law or rule that has been violated and summarizing the evidence in support of those findings; and (C) Recommend sanctions, if any, including reprimand, censure, or expulsion. (2)(A) If the report required by subsection (a)(7) of this section recommends a sanction that would require a resolution of the Council to implement, the chairperson of the ad hoc committee or the Chairman shall introduce such resolution at the same time the report is filed; except, that, if the report recommends multiple actions, including censure or expulsion, the resolution of censure or expulsion shall be introduced as a separate measure. (B)(i) A resolution of censure or expulsion introduced pursuant to this paragraph shall identify specific charges against the accused. (ii) Each charge shall set forth an offense of which the accused is alleged to have committed, including a citation to the law or rule alleged to have been violated. (iii) Each charge shall be accompanied by at least one specification, which shall state what actions the accused is alleged to have taken, which, if true, would constitute an instance of the offense indicated in the charge, and a description of the evidence supporting the specification. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (iv) The resolution(s) introduced pursuant to this paragraph shall be retained by the Council. (d) Failure of an ad hoc committee to file its report by the deadline provided in subsection (a)(7) of this section shall be construed as having failed to reach a decision. 653. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF REPORT. (a)(1) If an ad hoc committee recommends censure or expulsion, the Chairman, or another Councilmember designated by the Chairman, shall hold a proceeding within 45 days after the ad hoc committee files its report pursuant to Rule 652. (2) At least 30 days before the proceeding, the Secretary shall provide written notice of the proceeding to the accused or the accused’s Council office, which shall include a copy of the report and resolution filed pursuant to Rule 652. (3)(A) The Chairman, or another Councilmember designated by the Chairman, shall preside over the proceeding. At the beginning of the proceeding, the Chairman shall: (i) Read the charges and specifications listed in the resolution filed pursuant to Rule 652(c)(2); and (ii) Ask the accused how the accused answers—admit or deny—first to each specification, and then to each charge. (B) If the accused admits all charges, no further action at the proceeding shall be required and the Council shall consider the resolution of censure or expulsion at the next legislative meeting. (C) At the proceeding, the chairperson of the ad hoc committee, or the chairperson’s designee, shall be given the opportunity to make an opening and a closing statement, to call witnesses, and to question any witnesses called by the accused; except, that nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to require the chair to present evidence against the accused at the proceeding. (D) At the proceeding, the accused shall be given the opportunity to make an opening and a closing statement, to call witnesses on the accused’s behalf, and to question any witnesses called by the chairperson of the ad hoc committee; except, that the accused shall have no right to have the Council compel the production of evidence or the testimony of witnesses. (E) The accused may be represented by a person of the accused’s choice, whether or not the person is an attorney at law, and may have that representative speak or question witnesses on the accused’s behalf. (F) The questioning or cross-examining of witnesses, if any witnesses testify, may be reasonably limited by the presiding member. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (G) If testimony is taken from witnesses, such testimony shall only be taken from witnesses having direct knowledge of facts or circumstances relevant to the specific charges under consideration. (H) The rules of evidence and judicial procedure applicable in courts of law shall not be applicable to this proceeding, and the procedures shall be generally informal. (4) The accused shall have no rights beyond those stated herein and the accused shall not be entitled to any process beyond notice and an opportunity to be heard. (5)(A) Following the proceeding, the chairperson of the ad hoc committee shall request that the resolution of censure or expulsion be agendized for the next legislative meeting. (B) During the consideration of a resolution of censure or expulsion, a Councilmember may offer an amendment to the resolution; except, that a resolution of censure may not be amended to impose expulsion. (6) The accused shall be recused from voting on a resolution of expulsion. (b) Any other resolution pertaining to sanctions, introduced pursuant to Rule 652(c)(2), shall be placed on the agenda of a forthcoming legislative meeting by the Chairman. 654. REPRIMAND. (a) A reprimand is a formal statement of the Council officially disapproving the conduct of one of its members. A reprimand shall be directed to a particular member of the Council based on a particular action or set of actions that is determined to be in violation of the Council’s Rules, law, or policy, or otherwise inappropriate, but is considered to be not sufficiently serious to require censure or expulsion. (b) The Council may adopt a resolution of reprimand in the same manner as provided for the adoption of any resolution; provided, that the Councilmember who is the subject of the resolution is permitted to speak in his or her defense prior to action on the motion for adoption of the resolution. The fact that the Councilmember who is the subject of a reprimand does not choose to respond to the resolution or does not attend the meeting at which the resolution is to be adopted shall not prevent the Council from adopting the resolution; provided, that the Councilmember had actual notice of the inclusion of the resolution on the agenda and had a reasonable opportunity to attend the meeting. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 655. CENSURE AND EXPULSION. (a)(1) Censure is a formal statement of the Council officially disciplining one of its members. It is a punitive action, which serves as a penalty imposed for wrongdoing, but it carries no fine or suspension of the rights of the Member as an elected official. Censure should be used for cases in which the Council determines that the Councilmember committed a violation of a law or rule of a serious nature. (2) The Council may, by a 2/3rds vote of Councilmembers present and voting, adopt a resolution of censure if it finds, based on substantial evidence contained in the resolution or presented at the proceeding, that the Councilmember committed a violation of a law or rule of a serious nature. (b)(1) Expulsion is the most severe punitive action, serving as a penalty imposed for egregious wrongdoing. Expulsion results in the removal of the Member. Expulsion should be used for cases in which the Council determines that the Councilmember committed a violation of law of the most serious nature, including a violation that substantially threatens the public trust. (2) The Council may, by a 5/6 vote of Councilmembers, adopt a resolution of expulsion if it finds, based on substantial evidence contained in the resolution or presented at the proceeding, that the Councilmember committed a violation of law that amounts to a gross failure to meet the highest standards of personal and professional conduct. (c) To protect the exercise of official Councilmember duties and the overriding principle of freedom of speech, the Council shall not impose censure or expulsion on any Councilmember for the exercise of the Councilmember’s First Amendment right, no matter how distasteful the expression of that right was to the Council and the District. (d) For the purposes of this section, the term “substantial evidence” means proof that a reasonable person would accept as adequate to support a conclusion or decision in favor of censure or expulsion. ARTICLE VII—BUDGET PROCEDURES. A. BUDGET REVIEW PROCEDURES. 701. ROLE OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. The Mayor’s annual proposed budget for the District government and any revised, supplemental, or deficiency budget submitted to the Council pursuant to section 442 of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.42) shall be referred to the Committee of the Whole. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 702. BUDGET-REVIEW SCHEDULE. (a) The Budget Director, at the direction of the Chairman, shall prepare a budget-review schedule, including committee hearings; and other budget activities as necessary or appropriate. (b) The budget-review schedule shall be presented to the Committee of the Whole for approval. The Budget Director may change the schedule as necessary or appropriate and shall circulate the updated budget-review schedule and publish it on the Council website. 703. ROLE OF COUNCIL COMMITTEES. (a) Each standing committee shall be responsible, in accordance with the budget- review schedule, for reviewing the proposed budget for agencies within its purview, including: (1) Holding public hearings; (2) Recommending funding and personnel levels for each agency; (3) Identifying additional budget needs not included in the committee's recommendation under paragraph (2) of this subsection, for which funding is sought; (4) Identifying legislative actions required to implement the committee’s budget recommendations; and (5) Identifying issues for further analysis by the Mayor pursuant to section 442(a)(6) of the Charter (D.C. Official Code § 1-204.42(a)(6)). (b)(1) Each standing committee shall hold a markup of its report of recommendations to the Committee of the Whole for the proposed budget for agencies within its purview, in accordance with report requirements issued by the Budget Director. (2) The committee report of recommendations shall be balanced. No report shall result in a net increase in the total amount of the budget request for all agencies under its purview unless that report also identifies additional revenue sources, additional budget reductions, or both, within the committee’s jurisdiction, sufficient to provide funding for the increase, except where another committee has directed funds to the committee. (3) Each proposed subtitle in the committee report shall be within the purview of the committee. (4) No amendment offered at markup shall have the effect of putting the committee budget recommendations out of balance. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (5) No transfers or substantive changes shall be made after the markup that were not approved at the markup. (c)(1) Each standing committee shall submit its committee report to the Budget Director for certification by close of business the day before the Committee of the Whole working session. (2) Following certification by the Budget Director, each committee shall file its report with the Secretary. 704. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED BUDGET. (a) The Budget Director, upon receipt of committee reports and at the direction of the Chairman, shall prepare a summary of committee recommendations for presentation at a working session of the Committee of the Whole. (b) Following the working session, the Budget Director, at the direction of the Chairman, shall prepare a draft report and print for the budget measures that includes the Chairman’s recommendations. The report shall include a comparison of the budget levels recommended by committees with any changes recommended by the Chairman. The Committee of the Whole shall meet to consider and mark up the draft report and print. (c) An amendment offered to a budget measure shall be accompanied by a fiscal impact statement and a legal sufficiency determination, as required by Rules 309 and 310, respectively. No amendment shall have the effect of putting the budget out of balance. 705. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF THE BUDGET. (a) Following the markup and report on the budget by the Committee of the Whole, the reported budget shall be presented for 2 readings at the next legislative meetings or additional meetings called by the Chairman for that purpose. (b) An amendment offered to a budget measure shall be accompanied by a fiscal impact statement and a legal sufficiency determination, as required by Rules 309 and 310, respectively. No amendment shall be in order if it has the effect of putting the budget out of balance. B. REPROGRAMMING POLICY ACT PROCEDURES. 711. EFFECT OF RECESS ON PROCEDURES. Reprogramming requests and grant budget modification requests may not be submitted to the Council during a recess of the Council. No time period provided in this part for the consideration of the requests will continue to run during a recess of the Council. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 712. COMMITTEE REFERRAL OF REQUESTS. The Chairman may refer reprogramming requests for comments to the standing committee having oversight responsibility for the program or agency affected. 713. CIRCULATION OF REQUESTS. The Secretary shall circulate a copy of a reprogramming request or a grant budget modification request within one business day after the filing of the request with the Secretary. 714. PUBLICATION OF NOTICE. Upon receipt of a reprogramming request or a grant budget modification request, the Secretary shall publish a “notice of reprogramming request” or a “notice of grant budget modification request”, as the case may be, in the Register that, at a minimum, includes: (1) A description of the action requested; (2) The date the request was received by the Council; and (3) A statement that the request will be deemed approved 14 days from the date it was received by the Council unless a notice of disapproval has been filed before that time by a member of the Council, and that, if a notice of disapproval is filed, the request will be deemed approved 30 days from the date the request was received unless, before that time, the Council adopts a resolution to disapprove the request. 715. WITHDRAWAL OF REPROGRAMMING REQUESTS. The Mayor may withdraw a reprogramming request or grant budget modification request at any time before the Council takes final action on the request, or before it takes effect without Council action. 716. REQUIREMENTS FOR DISAPPROVAL OF REQUESTS. (a) To initiate disapproval of a reprogramming request or a grant budget- modification request, a Councilmember shall file a written notice of disapproval with the Secretary within 14 days after the Council receives the request. The Secretary shall circulate copies of the written notice of disapproval. (b) If this notice is given, the Council may consider and take final action, as provided in this section, to disapprove the request within 30 calendar days after the Council receives the request. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 717. AUTOMATIC APPROVAL OF REQUESTS. If the notice of disapproval provided in Rule 716 is not given within 14 days after the Council receives the request, the reprogramming request or a grant budget modification request shall be deemed approved. If the notice is given as provided in Rule 716(a) and the Council does not take final action to disapprove the request as provided in Rule 716(b), the reprogramming request or a grant budget modification request shall be deemed approved. 718. TRANSMITTAL TO MAYOR. The Chairman shall transmit, by letter to the Mayor, notification of the Council’s disapproving or failure to disapprove a reprogramming request or a grant budget modification request. C. FUNDS CONTROL ACT PROCEDURES. RESERVED. D. SPECIFIED FUNDING ALLOCATION PROCEDURES. 730. REQUIRED INFORMATION PRIOR TO APPROVAL. (a) To receive an earmarked grant through the budget process or a supplemental budget, each grantee, no later than 7 days following the date of the first reading of the Council on the budget, shall submit electronically to the Budget Director the following: (1) The organization’s Articles of Incorporation; (2)(A) Internal Revenue Service certification that the organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, approved August 16, 1954 (68A Stat. 163; 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(3)); or (B) A notarized statement that the organization has filed for tax- exempt status and the application is still under consideration by the Internal Revenue Service; (3)(A) The organization’s most recent financial audit, not more than 2 years old; or (B) A recent financial statement, not more than one year old, prepared by a certified accountant that shows that the organization is in good financial standing and that delineates its: (i) Existing assets and liabilities; (ii) Pending lawsuits, if any; and (iii) Pending and final judgments, if any; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (4) The most recently filed Internal Revenue Service Form 990 or 990EZ covering one of the organization’s most recently completed 2 fiscal years; (5) A notarized statement from the grantee certifying that: (A) The organization is current on District and federal taxes; (B) The Council of the District of Columbia is authorized to verify the organization’s tax status with the District of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue and the Office of Tax and Revenue is authorized to release this information to the Council, the Mayor, and the Auditor; (C) The organization focuses primarily on services to District of Columbia; and (D) The District government shall have access to its financial, administrative, and operational records, including specific consent for the Auditor to access its books, accounts, records, findings, and documents related to the grant; and (6) A comprehensive program statement that includes a detailed: (A) Scope of work for the grant funds; and (B) Budget that describes how the grant funds shall be spent. (b) Nothing in this part shall be construed as waiving the requirements to submit information required of all grantees by the grantor agencies or organizations. (c)(1) If an organization cannot meet the submission requirements established in subsection (a) of this section, the organization shall be required to submit: (A) A notarized statement designating a nonprofit organization that does meet the criteria to serve as its fiscal agent or fiscal sponsor postmarked or hand delivered to the Council’s Office of the Budget Director no later than the time prescribed in subsection (a) of this section; and (B) The information required by subsection (a)(5) of this section. (2) The fiscal agent or fiscal sponsor shall be required to submit the following to the Council’s Office of the Budget Director no later than the time prescribed in subsection (a) of this section: (A) A notarized statement agreeing to serve as fiscal agent or fiscal sponsor; and (B) The information required by subsection (a) of this section. (d)(1) All earmarked grants shall be listed in the Budget Support Act to include the grantee name, grant amount, and purpose of the grant. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (2) Before the second reading of the Budget Support Act, the Council's Budget Director shall certify which grantees have met the requirements of subsection (a) of this section. Any grantee that has not met the requirements shall be removed from the Budget Support Act on second reading and shall not receive funding through an earmarked grant. (e) This part shall not apply to funds or grants provided to instrumentalities of the District or entities that are named in a Local Budget Act. 731. RESERVED. 732. LIMITS ON AWARD AMOUNTS. Specified funding allocations per fiscal year shall be limited to $250,000 for non-capital projects and $1 million for all capital projects. 733. AUDIT REQUIREMENTS. (a) Grantees shall be notified that the District of Columbia Auditor may randomly audit grant recipients. (b) The District of Columbia Auditor’s report, if applicable, shall be issued no later than March 1st of the fiscal year immediately following the year for which the grant was awarded. 734. DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS. Councilmembers and staff and the officers and directors of a proposed grantee shall disclose the existence of any personal, familial, or financial relationship between a Councilmember or staff and any officer or director of the grantee. E. REPORTS ON BILLS SUBJECT TO INCLUSION IN THE BUDGET AND FINANCIAL PLAN. 735. REPORTS ON BILLS SUBJECT TO INCLUSION IN THE BUDGET AND FINANCIAL PLAN. The Budget Director shall circulate and publish quarterly reports in accordance with Rule 283(b) no later than 15 days after the end of each quarter, identifying the bills adopted by the Council that are subject to inclusion in the budget and financial plan or subject to appropriation. 736. REPEAL OF LAWS SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION. (a) A law, or provision of a law, that will be applicable subject to inclusion in a budget and financial plan that remains unfunded for 2 fiscal years shall be subject to repeal in the Budget Support Act on the third fiscal year following its enactment. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (b) The Budget Director shall prepare and submit a list of the laws, or provisions thereof, that meet the criteria for repeal to the Chairman that the Chairman may propose for approval by the Committee of the Whole for inclusion in the Budget Support Act. ARTICLE VIII—COUNCIL RECORDS A. COUNCIL RECORDS. 801. RESPONSIBILITY FOR RECORDS. (a) The Secretary shall maintain accurate and up-to-date Council records, described in Rules 806 and 807, and shall make the records available to the public. (b) Each committee shall make records on legislation assigned to the committee and on other committee activities and shall file the records, when the record on a matter is closed post-hearing in accordance with Rule 532, with the Secretary. When records are in the custody of the committee, the committee shall make them available to the public. 802. FORM FOR INTRODUCTIONS. (a) Each measure shall be introduced in typewritten form, signed by the Councilmember introducing it, include a long title that summarizes the subject matter of the measure, and be in substantial compliance with the form required for final adoption. The Secretary shall make the determination as to whether the measure complies with this subsection. (b) Cointroduction of a measure shall be evidenced by the signature of the cointroducer on the face of the measure. Cosponsorship shall be permitted up to the close of business the day following the legislative meeting or Committee of the Whole work session at which the measure was officially referred. (c) A Councilmember may withdraw as a co-introducer or a co-sponsor pursuant to Rule 402. 803. REPORTS ON LEGISLATION. (a) Each measure that is adopted by a committee shall be accompanied by a report. (b) The report shall be adopted by the committee at the same meeting at which the measure is approved. (c) Each adopted report on a measure shall be in writing, signed by the committee’s chairperson, accompanied by the final measure, and dated as of the date of the markup. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (d) Each adopted report shall contain the following information, in the order listed, regarding the reported legislation: (1) A comprehensive section stating the measure’s background, need, purpose, and effect. This section shall also include the committee’s reasoning, analysis of relevant issues, legislative intent, and, if applicable, guidance on statutory construction; (2) A chronology of action, including the date: (A) Of introduction; (B) That the notice of intent to act on the measure was published in the Register; (C) That each notice of hearing or roundtable was published in the Register; (D) Of each hearing or roundtable on the measure; and (E) Of the committee meeting at which the measure and report were adopted; (3) The position of the Executive, if any, on the measure; (4) The committee’s response to the relevant recommendations adopted by a resolution of an affected Advisory Neighborhood Commission, if any, that has been provided to the committee before the close of the record; (5) A list of witnesses who testified at the hearing or roundtable, or who submitted a statement for the record before close of the record, and a brief summary of each witness’s position; (6) An explanation of the impact on existing provisions of law that the measure would modify or affect; (7) A summary of the fiscal impact, including whether funds are sufficient to implement the legislation, and, if applicable, a summary of the tax abatement financial analysis conducted pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 47-4701; (8) A summary of the racial equity impact, if an assessment has been provided pursuant to Rule 311, and the committee’s response to the assessment; (9) A detailed section-by-section analysis of the measure’s substantive provisions; (10) Any additional information that the committee decides to include; (11) A summary of the committee’s markup of the measure, including: COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (A) Dissenting, separate, and individual views of committee members, if members demanded the opportunity to state their views; (B) A record of the results of a voice vote or, if a roll-call vote, the votes to adopt the legislation and the motion to adopt the report; and (C) Any recorded votes on amendments to the measure or other motions; and (12) The report adopted by the final committee in cases of a sequential referral may summarize paragraphs (2), (4), and (5) of this subsection, if the previous committee report (in the sequential referral) is included (with or without attachments). (e) Attached to each report, in the following order, shall be: (1) The measure, as introduced, along with any transmittal letter, if applicable (but not necessarily any other attachments to the introduction), and the Secretary’s memorandum of referral; (2) Any written statements or materials that the committee decides to attach; (3) The Racial Equity Impact Assessment, if one has been issued pursuant to Rule 311; (4) As required by Rule 309, a fiscal impact statement; (5) The tax abatement financial analysis conducted pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 47-4701, if applicable; (6) As required by Rule 310, a legal sufficiency determination; (7) If reporting a bill repealing or amending existing law, a comparative print showing, by italic, underscore, strikethrough, or other typographical device, the changes proposed; except, that when a new section, or greater part is being added, such as a new chapter or title, a comparative print shall not be required but a reference to the new section or part shall be included in the committee report; and (8) A committee print that states the number of the measure and, in the top left-hand corner of the measure, the name of the committee, the date of the committee markup, and the words “committee print”. (f) Each report prepared by the Committee of the Whole on a Council appointment to another body and each report prepared by another committee on a confirmation shall include a current resume of the nominee. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (g) As required by Rule 309, no measure may be approved by a committee without a fiscal impact statement on the measure that is included in the committee report at the time of its consideration. (h) As required by Rule 310, no measure may be approved by a committee without a legal sufficiency determination on the measure that is included in the committee report at the time of its consideration. (i)(1) A committee chairperson shall file a reported bill or resolution with the Secretary within 20 business days after committee action on the bill or resolution unless the committee votes to reconsider the bill or resolution. (2) If a committee chairperson has failed to file a reported measure within the period of time specified in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the committee, by a majority vote of the members of the committee, may vote to have the measure as reported filed immediately with the Secretary, to be agendized at the next scheduled Committee of the Whole meeting. (j) This section shall not apply to a budget measure or an emergency or temporary measure. (k) The Secretary shall determine whether the report complies with this section. 804. SUPPLEMENTAL COMMITTEE REPORT. A committee may adopt a supplemental committee report on a measure that expounds on the intent of that measure and explains the reasoning for any amendments to the measure by the Council after the filing of the committee report on the measure. A supplemental committee report adopted by a Committee shall be filed with the Secretary. 805. IDENTIFICATION OF COUNCIL DOCUMENTS. (a) Legislative documents shall be identified by a name that describes the type of document and a 2-part document number. (b) Legislative documents shall be identified by the following names: (1) A bill, whether permanent, temporary, or emergency, shall be known as a “Bill”; (2) A resolution, before its adoption, shall be known as a “Proposed Resolution”; (3) An enacted bill signed by the Mayor, a bill vetoed by the Mayor and approved by members of the Council, or an approved initiative certified by the Board of Elections shall be known as a “District of Columbia Act”; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (4) An adopted resolution shall be known as a “Resolution”; (5) A ceremonial resolution, whether proposed or adopted, shall be known as a “Ceremonial Resolution”; (6) An act that has taken effect following a congressional review period shall be known as a “District of Columbia Law”; (7) A proposed reorganization plan shall be known as a “Reorganization Plan”; (8) A request for a reprogramming shall be known as a “Reprogramming Request”; (9) A proposed state plan shall be known as a “Proposed State Plan”; and (10) A request for a grant budget modification shall be known as a “Grant Budget Modification”. (c) The Secretary shall assign 2-part numbers to Council documents identified in subsection (b) of this section in the order of introduction, filing, adoption, or approval. The first part of the number consists of the current Council Period, and the second part consists of a consecutive serial number beginning with the number “1” in each Council Period. (d) A report on a measure or a topic shall be titled as a “Report on ” (with the name to be filled in as appropriate under subsection (b) of this section). Titled reports shall be further identified by: (1) A number corresponding to the number, if any, assigned to a measure; or (2) If the report is not on a measure, a sequential number preceded by the year filed. 806. LEGISLATIVE FILES. (a) The Secretary shall maintain an official file on each bill and proposed resolution, which shall include the original of the following: (1) The introduced version of the bill or proposed resolution; (2) Any recordings, transcripts, or items submitted for the record of hearings on the legislation; (3) The committee report on the legislation; (4) Files transmitted from the committee regarding committee consideration of the bill or resolution; COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (5) Any amendments to the bill or proposed resolution presented in legislative meetings; (6) The engrossed and enrolled versions of the legislation; (7) Records of the publication and notice given of Council consideration of the legislation; (8) Records of official transmittal of the legislation to the Mayor, to Congress, or other agencies or entities as required by law or the legislation; and (9) Records from the Mayor, including vetoes and other statements transmitted to the Council by the Mayor, records from independent agencies or entities, such as the Office of the Chief Financial Officer and the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, and records from Congress or a member of Congress. (b) The posting of draft measures and associated notices on the Council’s website shall not be considered official documents unless expressly incorporated in the official file by the Secretary pursuant to subsection (a) of this section. 807. OTHER OFFICIAL RECORDS. The Secretary shall maintain other official Council records, including: (1) Transcripts and recordings of all legislative meetings; (2) Audio and video recordings and minutes of all committee meetings; (3) Audio and video recordings and documents submitted for the record of all legislative hearings; (4) Audio and video recordings and documents submitted for the record of investigative hearings, recordings and transcripts of depositions and other testimony taken in connection with investigations, and reports of investigations; (5) Records of all committee meetings to include the meeting agenda, the draft committee print considered at the meeting, and each amendment to a measure moved at the meeting; and (6) Any other document or record required by law or these Rules to be filed with the Council or with the Secretary. 808. RECORDS OF LEGISLATIVE MEETINGS. A recording of each legislative meeting shall be produced and maintained by the Secretary. A written transcript or a transcription of each legislative meeting shall be made available upon request. The Council may establish a fee to cover the cost of production of any recording or transcript. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 809. COMMITTEE RECORDS. Whenever there is a change in the chairperson of a committee, the incumbent committee chairperson shall ensure that official committee files and records are maintained and transmitted to the incoming committee chairperson. B. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND SERVICE OF PROCESS. 811. FOIA PROCEDURES. (a) For the purposes of the Freedom of Information Act (D.C. Official Code § 2-531 et seq.) (“FOIA”), the General Counsel, or the General Counsel’s designee, shall be the Council’s FOIA Officer. (b) To ensure accurate and timely compliance with FOIA, if a Councilmember, staff member, or Council office receives a request for information contained in a record or access to a record, the request shall be forwarded to the FOIA Officer within one business day after receipt. The FOIA Officer shall endeavor to provide documents under FOIA to requesters as soon as possible, and within the time period prescribed in D.C. Official Code § 2-532. (c)(1) Within one business day after receiving a finalized FOIA request, the FOIA Officer shall inform the Councilmember or Council office that is the subject of the request. (2) For FOIA requests for public records within the control and possession of a Councilmember or Council office, the FOIA Officer shall instruct the subject to put a preservation hold on, to search for, and to provide copies of any public records responsive to the request to the FOIA Officer. (3) For FOIA requests for public records in any electronic format, the FOIA Officer shall instruct the subject to put a preservation hold on such records responsive to the request. (d)(1) Upon receipt of a written request for access to a record, the FOIA Officer shall make a good-faith effort to determine if the record requested is a public record and whether the Council possesses the identified record. (2) If a requester specifically identifies a public record that is not in the possession of the Council and has made a reasonable showing that the record is in the possession of a Council employee, including the Chairman and each Councilmember, the FOIA Officer shall request that the employee search for and produce the public record believed to be in the employee’s possession. An employee receiving a request under this paragraph shall make reasonable efforts to search for and produce the public record to the FOIA Officer within the time and in the form prescribed by the FOIA Officer and shall verify in writing that reasonable efforts were made. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV (e) Before releasing any documents, emails, or materials, the FOIA Officer shall give the subject 2 business days to review the documents, emails, and materials, and to assert any legally cognizable privileges or statutory exemptions from disclosure for a specific document, email, or material. (f) The General Counsel shall make the final determination on whether particular public records are responsive to the request and privileged or otherwise subject to disclosure. (g) For the purposes of this rule, the term “public record” shall have the same meaning as provided in D.C. Official Code § 2-539. 812. TRANSACTION OF PUBLIC BUSINESS BY ELECTRONIC FORMAT. A Council employee, including the Chairman and each Councilmember, shall use only the employee’s government-provided email account, cellular phone, or tablet device to transact public business by email, text or other electronically transmitted message, including official action of any kind, unless the employee takes steps to ensure that any emails, text messages, or other electronically transmitted messages including those designed to disappear after a certain time period, sent or received on an account other than the email account, cellular phone, or tablet device provided by the government are otherwise incorporated into the Council’s records in a text-searchable format. 813. SERVICE OF PROCESS. (a) For the purpose of receiving legal correspondence (including summonses, complaints, and subpoenas), only the Secretary and the General Counsel, or their designees, may accept service of process for the Council or any Councilmember in an official capacity. (b) To ensure timely responses to legal pleadings, and to timely assert the Council’s legislative privilege for actions taken within the scope of a Member’s legislative duties, the Office of the General Counsel shall be notified immediately of receipt of any legal correspondence, and such legal correspondence shall be transmitted to the Office of the General Counsel within one business day after receipt. (c) A Member may not accept service of process of a legal document on behalf of the Council or for another Member. ARTICLE IX—AUDITOR. 901. SELECTION. The Chairman shall nominate the Auditor, and the Council shall, by resolution, act on the nomination. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 902. TERM AND COMPENSATION. The Auditor shall serve for a term of 6 years and shall be paid at a rate of compensation as may be established from time to time by the Council. 903. VACANCY. A vacancy in the Office of the Auditor shall be filled in the manner prescribed for full-term appointments to that office, and any person appointed to fill the vacancy shall serve until the end of the predecessor’s term. 904. STAFF. The Auditor shall appoint, remove, and set the relative remuneration, in accordance with the budget of the Office of the Auditor, of the Auditor’s subordinate staff. 905. REPORTS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC. The Council shall make audit reports submitted to the Council by the Auditor, and any other material it deems pertinent to the report, available for public inspection. ARTICLE X—CONSTRUCTION, SUSPENSION, AND AMENDMENT OF RULES. 1001. PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY. Matters not covered by these Rules shall be governed by Mason’s Manual of Legislative Procedure. It is the duty of the Chairman to interpret the Rules. Matters not covered by Mason’s Manual of Legislative Procedure shall be determined by the Chairman subject to the right of a Member to appeal the Chairman’s ruling. The Council recognizes the principle of stare decisis in resolving questions of order. 1002. GENDER RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. Unless the context indicates otherwise, words importing one gender include other genders. 1003. SUSPENSION OF RULES. (a) Except for rules regarding notice, quorum, or amendment of these Rules and any requirement of the Charter or other law, any Rule governing procedures of the Council may be suspended during the consideration of a specified matter by motion to suspend the Rules approved by 2/3rds of the Members present and voting. (b) A motion to suspend the Rules is not debatable and may not be reconsidered. COUNCIL RULES, PERIOD XXV 1004. AMENDMENT OF RULES. (a) These Rules may be amended by a vote of a majority of the Council. (b) The proposed rules to be adopted at the organizational meeting pursuant to Rule 301 shall be filed by the Chairman with the Secretary no later than the business day before the organizational meeting. An amendment to the Rules at any other time shall be introduced by the Chairman and shall be noticed and a draft circulated by noon on the third business day before the meeting at which it is to be considered. (c) The current version of these Rules shall be featured prominently on the Council website, including any amendments adopted since the Rules were first adopted at the organizational meeting held pursuant to Rule 301. 1005. EFFECTIVE PERIOD. These Rules shall be effective until superseded by Rules of Organization and Procedure adopted in a succeeding Council Period, as provided in Rule 301. APPENDIX A. TO: (Address) PURSUANT TO D.C. Official Code § 1-204.13, YOU ARE COMMANDED TO APPEAR before the (Council/Committee on) , of the Council of the District of Columbia, at (a.m./p.m.) on the day of , 20, to testify before the Council/Committee concerning: and bring with you: ISSUED BY: ATTEST: Chairman/Member of the Secretary to the Council Council of the District of Columbia (Seal of the District) IMPORTANT: If you fail to appear at the time and place stated or to bring with you the documents or items requested, the Council may refer the matter to the Superior Court of the District of Columbia for an order compelling your attendance or the production of the documents or items requested. Failure to obey such an order may be punished as contempt of Court. DO NOT FAIL TO APPEAR OR PRODUCE THE REQUESTED ITEMS AT THE REQUIRED TIME. RETURN: I, certify that I served a copy of this subpoena on the named party at (address), on the day of , 20, at , (a.m./p.m.) by the following means: PROCESS SERVER: (Address) Washington, D.C. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: SS SUBSCRIBED AND AFFIRMED TO ME BEFORE THIS DAY OF , 20 NOTARY PUBLIC, D.C. MY COMMISSION EXPIRES: You may obtain a copy of the Rules of Organization and Procedure for the Council of the District of Columbia and the Resolution authorizing this investigation from the Council’s Legislative Services Division, John A. Wilson Building, Room 10, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA CODE OF OFFICIAL CONDUCT COUNCIL PERIOD 25 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Conflicts of Interest II. Outside Activities III. Gifts from Outside Sources IV. Conferences, Travel, and Receptions and Donations to the Council V. Gifts Between Employees VI. Use of Government Resources VII. Use of Confidential Information VIII. Post-Governmental Employment Conflicts of Interest IX. Political Activities X. Official Mail Rules XI. Definitions, Financial Disclosures, and Ethics Counseling XII. Decorum of Councilmembers I. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST (a) GENERALLY. No employee shall use his or her official position or title, or personally and substantially participate, through decision, approval, disapproval, recommendation, the rendering of advice, investigation, or otherwise, in a judicial or other proceeding, application, request for a ruling or other determination, contract, claim, controversy, charge, accusation, arrest, or other particular matter, or attempt to influence the outcome of a particular matter, in a manner that the employee knows is likely to have a direct and predictable effect on the employee’s financial interests or the financial interests of a person closely affiliated with the employee. (b) WAIVERS. An employee other than a Councilmember may seek a waiver, and the prohibition in subsection (a) of this section shall not apply, if the employee: (1) Advises the employee’s supervisor and the Ethics Board of the nature and circumstances of the particular matter; (2) Makes full disclosure of the financial interest; and (3) Receives in advance a written determination made by both the supervisor and the Ethics Board that: (A) The interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services that the government may expect from such employee; or (B) Another legally cognizable basis for waiver exists. (c)(1) An employee other than a Councilmember who, in the discharge of the employee’s official duties, would be required to act in any matter prohibited under subsection (a) of this section shall make full disclosure of the financial interest and: (A) Prepare a written statement describing the matter and the nature of the potential conflict of interest; and (B) Deliver the statement to the employee’s supervisor and to the Ethics Board. (2) Upon receipt of the statement provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the employee’s supervisor shall assign the matter to another employee who does not have a potential conflict of interest. (d) RECUSAL STATEMENT. (1) A Councilmember who, in the discharge of the Councilmember’s official duties, would be required to act in any matter prohibited under subsection (a) of this section shall make full disclosure of the financial interest, prepare a written statement describing the matter and the nature of the potential conflict of interest, and deliver the statement to the Council Chairman. (2) During a proceeding in which a Councilmember would be required to take action in any matter that is prohibited under subsection (a) of this section, the Chairman shall: (A) Read the statement provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection into the record of proceedings; and (B) Excuse the elected official from votes, deliberations, and other actions on the matter. (3) No Councilmember excused from votes, deliberations, or other actions on a matter shall in any way participate in or attempt to influence the outcome of the particular matter in a manner that is likely to have a direct and predictable effect on the employee’s financial interests or the financial interests of a person closely affiliated with the employee. (e) SPECIFIC CONFLICT SITUATIONS. (1) An employee shall not receive any compensation, salary, or contribution to salary, gratuity, or any other thing of value from any source other than the District government for the employee’s performance of official duties. (2) No employee or member of the employee’s household may knowingly acquire: (A) Stocks, bonds, commodities, real estate, or other property, whether held individually or jointly, the acquisition of which could unduly influence or give the appearance of unduly influencing the employee in the conduct of his or her official duties and responsibilities; or (B) An interest in a business or commercial enterprise that is related directly to the employee’s official duties, or which might otherwise be involved in an official action taken or recommended by the employee, or which is in any way related to matters over which the employee could wield any influence, official or otherwise. (f) DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this Rule, the term: (1) “Affiliated organization” means an organization or entity: (A) In which the employee serves as officer, director, trustee, general partner, or employee; (B) In which the employee or member of the employee’s household is a director, officer, owner, employee, or holder of stock worth $1,000 or more at fair market value; (C) That is a client of the employee or member of the employee’s household; or (D) With whom the employee is negotiating for or has an arrangement concerning prospective employment. (2) “Direct and predictable effect” means there is: (A) A close causal link between any decision or action to be taken in the matter and any expected effect of the matter on the financial interest; and (B) A real, as opposed to a speculative possibility, that the matter will affect the financial interest. (3) “Member of the employee’s household” means a person who resides in the same household as the employee and is: (A) A spouse or domestic partner of the employee; (B) A parent, sibling, or child of the employee or of any person in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph; or (C) A spouse or domestic partner of any person in subparagraph (B) of this paragraph. (4) “Particular matter” is limited to deliberation, decision, or action that is focused upon the interests of specific persons, or a discrete and identifiable class of persons. (5) “Person closely affiliated with the employee” means a spouse, dependent child, general partner, a member of the employee’s household, or an affiliated organization. II. OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES (a) GENERALLY. (1) No employee shall engage in outside employment or private activity that conflicts or would appear to conflict with the fair, impartial, and objective performance of the employee’s official duties and responsibilities or with the efficient operation of the Council. (2) Before engaging in outside employment, an employee other than a Councilmember shall obtain the approval of his or her supervisor. (b) LIMITATIONS ON PERMISSIBLE ACTIVITIES. (1) An employee may engage in outside employment or activities such as teaching, writing for publication, consultative activities, and speaking engagements if the activities are: (A) Consistent with subsection (a) of this Rule; (B) Not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation; and (C) Conducted outside of regular working hours, while the employee is on annual leave or leave without pay, or at a minimal level during work hours in a manner that does not interfere with the employee’s official duties. (2) The information used by an employee engaging in outside employment or activities shall not draw on official data or ideas that are not public information, unless the employee has written authorization from the employee’s supervisor to use such information. (c) SPECIFIC RESTRICTION ON REPRESENTATION. (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an employee shall not: (A) Represent another person, have a financial interest, or provide assistance in prosecuting a claim against the District of Columbia before any regulatory agency or court of the District of Columbia; or (B) Represent another person before any regulatory agency or court of the District of Columbia in a matter in which the District of Columbia is a party or has a direct and substantial interest. (2) The prohibition in paragraph (1) of this subsection shall not apply to an employee, who, if not inconsistent with the faithful performance of the employee’s duties, and acting without compensation, represents: (A) A person who is the subject of disciplinary or other personnel administration proceedings in connection with those proceedings; or (B) A nonprofit cooperative, voluntary, professional, recreational, or similar organization or group, if a majority of the organization’s or group’s members are current officers or employees of the United States government or of the District of Columbia government, or their spouses or dependent children; provided, that this exception shall not apply to any matter that: (i) Is a claim under paragraph (1)(A) of this subsection; (ii) Is a judicial or administrative proceeding where the organization or group is a party; or (iii) Involves a grant, contract, or other agreement (including a request for any such grant, contract, or agreement) providing for the disbursement of federal funds to the organization or group. III. GIFTS FROM OUTSIDE SOURCES (a) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this Rule and Rule IV, an employee shall not solicit or accept, either directly or indirectly, any gift from a prohibited source. (b) An employee who receives a gift from a prohibited source shall: (1) Return the gift to the donor; (2) Reimburse the donor the market value of the gift; or (3) If the gift is perishable and it would not be practical to return it to the donor, donate the gift to charity, share it with the office staff, or destroy it. (c) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this Rule, an employee may accept the following gifts: (1) Greeting cards and items with little intrinsic value, such as plaques, certificates, and trophies, which are intended solely for presentation; (2) Loans from banks and other financial institutions on terms generally available to the public; (3) Rewards and prizes given to competitors in contests or events, including random drawings, open to the public; (4) Opportunities and benefits, including favorable rates and commercial discounts: (A) Available to the public or to a class consisting of all District employees; (B) Offered to members of a group or class in which membership is unrelated to District employment; or (C) Offered to members of an organization, such as an employees’ association or agency credit union, in which membership is related to District employment if the same offer is broadly available to large segments of the public through organizations of similar size; (5) Pension and benefits resulting from continued participation in an employee welfare and benefits plan maintained by a former employer; (6) Anything that is paid for by the Council or the District or the employee or secured by the Council or the District under contract; (7)(A) Unsolicited gifts having an aggregate market value of $50 or less per source per occasion; provided, that the aggregate market value of individual gifts received from any prohibited source under the authority of this paragraph shall not exceed $100 in a calendar year; (B) When the market value of a gift or the aggregate market value of gifts offered on any single occasion under this paragraph exceeds $50, the employee may not pay excess value over $50 in order to accept that portion of the gift or those gifts worth $50; (C) When the aggregate value of tangible items offered on a single occasion exceeds $50, the employee may decline any distinct and separate item in order to accept those items aggregating $50 or less; and (D) This paragraph shall not apply to gifts of cash, stock, bonds, or certificates of deposit; (8) Gifts given to an employee under circumstances that make it clear that the gift is motivated by a family relationship or personal friendship rather than the position of the employee. Relevant factors in making such a determination include the history of the relationship and whether the family member or friend personally pays for the gift; (9) Reduced membership or other fees for participation in organization activities offered to all District employees by professional organizations if the only restrictions on membership relate to professional qualifications; or (10) Gifts approved in advance by the employee’s supervising Councilmember in exceptional circumstances that are disclosed on Sterling and posted on the Council’s website. (d) A gift that is solicited or accepted indirectly includes a gift given: (1) With the employee’s knowledge and acquiescence to his parent, sibling, spouse, domestic partner, child, or dependent relative because of that person’s relationship to the employee; or (2) To any other person, including any charitable organization, on the basis of designation, recommendation, or other specification by the employee, except as permitted for the disposition of perishable items under subsection (b)(3) of this Rule. (e) SPECIFIC GIFT RESTRICTIONS. Except as provided in Rule IV, no employee shall: (1) Solicit or accept anything of value from a registered lobbyist that is given for the purpose of influencing the actions of the employee in making or influencing the making of an administrative decision or legislative action or (2) Directly or indirectly demand, seek, receive, accept, or agree to receive or accept anything of value personally or for any other person or entity, in return for: (A) Any official act performed or to be performed by the employee; (B) Being influenced in the performance of any official act; (C) Being influenced to commit or aid in committing, or to collude in, or allow, any fraud, or make opportunity for the commission of any fraud, on the District of Columbia; or (D) Being induced to do or omit to do any act in violation of the employee’s official duty. (f) GOVERNMENT RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC. Employees are not prohibited from accepting any material, article, or service that is available as part of any District government program or provided free to District residents or visitors. (g) DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this Rule, the term: (1) “Gift” means any gratuity, favor, discount, entertainment, hospitality, loan, forbearance, or other item having monetary value. Gifts may also consist of training, transportation, local travel, lodgings and meals, whether provided in-kind, by purchase of a ticket, payment in advance, or reimbursement after the expense has incurred. (2) “Prohibited source” means any person or entity that: (A) Has or is seeking to obtain contractual or other business or financial relations with the District government; (B) Conducts operations or activities that are subject to regulation by the District government; or (C) Has an interest that may be favorably affected by the performance or non-performance of the employee’s official responsibilities. IV. CONFERENCES, TRAVEL, AND RECEPTIONS AND DONATIONS TO THE COUNCIL (a) CONFERENCES AND TRAVEL. (1) Employees may accept reasonable expenses for food, travel, lodging, and scheduled entertainment to attend a meeting, conference, or to participate in educational travel, if: (A) The donor is neither a registered lobbyist nor a prohibited source; (B) The meeting or conference is an organized event; (C) The topics or subjects are related to official Council business; (D) The event is widely attended by a range of attendees other than District employees; and (E) Other attendees are treated similarly in terms of the food, travel, lodging, and entertainment expenses that they are offered. (2) Spouses and domestic partners of employees may share lodging with the employee who is attending an event under this subsection; however, the spouse or domestic partner may not accept food, travel, or entertainment expenses unless the spouse or domestic partner pays market value for the same. (3) Employees are encouraged to submit a copy of the itinerary of the meeting, conference, or educational travel in advance to the General Counsel for review. (b) WIDELY ATTENDED EVENTS. (1) An employee may accept: (A) An offer of free attendance at a convention, conference, symposium, forum, panel discussion, dinner, gala, viewing, reception, or similar event; provided, that: (i) At least 25 persons from outside the District government are expected to be in attendance; (ii) Attendance at the event is open to members from throughout a given industry or profession, or to a range of persons interested in an issue; and (iii) Attendance is connected to the attendee’s official Council duties. (B) Free attendance for one accompanying individual to the event described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph; and (C) A meal that is offered to all attendees as part of the event described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph. (2) For the purposes of this subsection, the term "connected to the attendee's official Council duties" includes participation in the event as a speaker or a panel participant, presenting information related to the Council or matters before the Council, performing a ceremonial function appropriate to the official position of such individual, or attending when otherwise appropriate to the representative function of the Council. (c) GIFT BAGS. An employee may not accept a gift bag for an event under subsection (a) or (b) of this Rule if the organizing event sponsor is a prohibited source, unless the contents of the bag meet the requirements under Rule III. (d) DONATIONS TO THE COUNCIL. (1) An employee may solicit or accept, pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 1- 329.01(a), a thing of a value as a donation made to the Council to carry out authorized functions or duties of the Council. Donations are considered Council property and may not be used for unauthorized purposes. (2)(A) Recognition of Donors. Donors may be recognized for their donations through letters of acceptance and appreciation, press releases, certificates, and other items that commemorate the donation. (B) Recognition of corporate donations must not give the impression of advertising or commercialization. A short, discreet unobtrusive donor credit line may be used as recognition, but no product names or logos may be used. (e) DISCLOSURE. (1) An employee accepting a thing of value under this rule shall disclose the acceptance in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2)(A) An employee accepting a thing of value under this rule shall, by the last business day of the month, disclose on Sterling a list of the following for each event and thing of value: (i) Donor; (ii) Date; and (iii) Estimated value. (B) Disclosures filed pursuant to this subsection shall be published on the Council's website on the first Friday in the first full week of each month or, if the Friday is a holiday, the next business day. (C) Councilmembers who do not attend a qualifying event or accept a donation during the reporting period shall file a report indicating that nothing of value was accepted during the period. (3) For the purposes of this subsection, the term "thing of value" shall not include an offer of free attendance to an event if the employee does not attend the event. V. GIFTS BETWEEN EMPLOYEES (a) Except as provided in subsections (c) and (d) of this Rule, an employee may not: (1) Directly or indirectly, give a gift to or make a donation toward a gift for an official superior; or (2) Solicit a contribution from another employee for a gift to either the employee’s official superior or the other employee’s official superior. (b) An employee may not accept a gift, directly or indirectly, from an employee receiving less pay unless: (1) The 2 employees are not in a subordinate-official superior relationship; and (2) There is a personal relationship between the 2 employees that would justify the gift. (c) On an occasional basis, including any occasion on which gifts are traditionally given or exchanged, the following may be given to an official superior or accepted from a subordinate or other employee receiving less pay: (1) Items, other than cash, with an aggregate market value of $50 or less per occasion; (2) Items such as food and refreshments to be shared in the office among several employees; (3) Personal hospitality provided at a residence that is of a type and value customarily provided by the employee to personal friends; or (4) Items given in connection with the receipt of personal hospitality if of a type and value customarily given on such occasions. (d) A gift appropriate to the occasion may be given to an official superior or accepted from a subordinate or other employee receiving less pay: (1) In recognition of special occasions of personal significance such as marriage, illness, or the birth or adoption of a child; or (2) Upon occasions that terminate a subordinate-official superior relationship, such as retirement, resignation, or transfer. VI. USE OF GOVERNMENT RESOURCES (a) GENERALLY. Employees shall not: (1) Use Council time or government resources for purposes other than official business or other government-approved or government-sponsored activities, with the exception of de minimis use that does not interfere with an employee’s official duties and responsibilities, including the incidental use of Council time or resources for purposes of scheduling; (2) Order, direct, or request an employee to perform, during regular working hours, any personal services not related to official Council functions and activities, with the exception of incidental use of Council time or resources for purposes of scheduling; or (3) Use or permit the use of government resources to support or oppose any candidate for elected office, to promote a political committee, or to support or oppose any initiative, referendum, or recall measure. (b) PRESTIGE OF OFFICE. (1) An employee may not knowingly use the prestige of office or public position for that employee’s private gain or that of another. (2) The performance of usual and customary constituent services, without additional compensation, is not prohibited under paragraph (1) of this subsection. (3) Council employees shall not use or permit the use of their position or title or any authority associated with their public office in a manner that could reasonably be construed to imply that the Council sanctions or endorses the personal or business activities of another, unless the Council has officially sanctioned or endorsed the activities. (4) A Councilmember may serve as an honorary chair or honorary member, or speak or appear at of a nonprofit entity’s fundraising event, so long as the entity for which funds are raised supports a nongovernmental bona fide charitable activity. Use of the Councilmember’s name or title in fundraising solicitations or announcements of general circulation shall be in accordance with such terms and limitations as the Councilmember may prescribe. The authority granted by this paragraph shall not extend to the use of the Councilmember’s name or title in solicitations made by or on behalf of the Councilmember directly to individual contributors. (c) SPECIAL RULES FOR LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION. (1) Employees may sign a letter of recommendation using their official titles only in response to a request for an employment recommendation or character reference based upon personal knowledge of the ability or character of an individual or entity with whom they have dealt in the course of their Council employment. (2) Letters of recommendation may be written on Council letterhead if the applicant is a current or former Council employee or has worked with the Council in an official capacity and the letter relates to the duties performed by the applicant. (3) If an employee does not have personal knowledge of an individual or entity’s work ability or performance, the employee may sign a letter of recommendation on Council letterhead addressing only the character or residence of the individual or entity requesting the letter. (d) DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this Rule, the term: (1) “Government Resources” means any property, equipment, or material of any kind, including that acquired through lease, and the personal services of an employee during his or her hours of work. (2) “Usual and customary constituent services” includes an employee’s representational activities, such as advocacy, communications, inquiry, oversight, and other actions, made on another person’s behalf; provided, that the employee does not, directly or indirectly: (A) Threaten reprisal or promise favoritism for the performance or nonperformance of another person’s duties; or (B) Request that another person abuse or exceed the discretion available to that person under law. VII. USE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION Employees and former employees may not: (1) Willfully or knowingly disclose or use confidential or privileged information acquired by reason of their position without authorization or unless authorized or required by law to do so; or (2) Divulge information in advance of the time prescribed for its authorized issuance or otherwise make use of or permit others to make use of information not available to the general public. VIII. POST-GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYMENT CONFLICTS OF INTEREST (a) PERMANENT RESTRICTIONS ON REPRESENTATION ON PARTICULAR MATTERS. No employee, after the termination of his or her service or employment with the Council, shall knowingly make, with the intent to influence, any communication to or appearance before any officer or employee of any department, agency, court, or court-martial of the District of Columbia, on behalf of any other person (except the District of Columbia) in connection with a particular matter: (1) In which the District of Columbia is a party or has a direct and substantial interest; (2) In which the person participated personally and substantially as such officer or employee; and (3) Which involved a specific party or specific parties at the time of such participation. (b) TWO-YEAR RESTRICTIONS CONCERNING PARTICULAR MATTERS UNDER OFFICIAL RESPONSIBILITY. No employee shall, within 2 years after the termination of his or her service or employment with the Council, knowingly make, with the intent to influence, any communication to or appearance before any officer or employee of any department, agency, court, or court-martial of the Council, on behalf of any other person (except the District of Columbia), in connection with a particular matter: (1) In which the District of Columbia is a party or has a direct and substantial interest; (2) Which the person knows or reasonably should know was actually pending under his or her official responsibility as such officer or employee within a period of one year before the termination of his or her service or employment with the Council; and (3) Which involved a specific party or specific parties at the time it was pending. (c) SPECIAL RULES FOR FORMER COUNCIL EMPLOYEES. A former Council employee shall not, within one year after leaving government service or employment, knowingly make, with the intent to influence, any communication to or appearance before the Councilmember for whom the employee worked or any former subordinate employee, on behalf of any other person, other than the District of Columbia, in connection with any matter on which the former employee seeks action by a Councilmember or Council employee in his or her official capacity. (d)(1) EXCEPTIONS. The prohibitions contained in this Rule shall not apply to acts done in carrying out official duties on behalf of: (A) The United States or the District of Columbia, as an elected official of a state or local government; (B) An agency or instrumentality of a state or local government if the appearance, communication, or representation is on behalf of such government; or (C) An accredited, degree-granting institution of higher education, as defined in the Higher Education Act of 1965, approved November 8, 1965 (79 Stat. 1219; 20 U.S.C. § 1001), or a hospital or medical research organization, exempted and defined under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, if the appearance, communication, or representation is on behalf of such institution, hospital, or organization. (2) Nothing in this Rule shall prevent an individual from giving testimony under oath, or from making statements required to be made under penalty of perjury. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, a former employee of the Council who is subject to the restrictions in subsection (a) of this Rule with respect to a particular matter may not, except pursuant to court order, serve as an expert witness for any other person, other than the District of Columbia, in that matter. IX. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES (a) PROHIBITIONS. No Council employee shall: (1) Use his or her official authority or influence for the purpose of interfering with or affecting the result of an election or a nomination for office; (2) Directly or indirectly solicit, accept, or receive a political contribution from any person, except if the employee has filed as a candidate for political office; (3) Run for nomination or as a candidate for election to a partisan political office; (4) Knowingly solicit or discourage the participation in any political activity of any person who: (A) Has a measure pending before the Council; or (B) Is the subject of or a participant in an ongoing audit, investigation, or enforcement action being carried out by the Council; or (5) Knowingly direct, or authorize anyone else to direct, that any subordinate employee participate in an election campaign or request a subordinate to make a political contribution. (b) No Council employee shall: (1) Engage in political activity: (A) While the employee is on duty; (B) In any room or building occupied in the discharge of official duties by an individual employed or holding office in the District government or in the Government of the United States or any agency or instrumentality thereof; (C) While wearing a uniform or official insignia identifying the office or position of the employee; or (D) Using any vehicle owned or leased by the District government or the Government of the United States or any agency or instrumentality thereof; or (2) Coerce, explicitly or implicitly, any subordinate employee to engage in political activity. (c) DESIGNATED EMPLOYEES. Each member of the Council may designate one employee while on annual or unpaid leave to perform any of the functions described in subsection (a)(2) of this Rule; provided, that: (1) The employee shall not perform the functions in the circumstances described in subsection (b) of this Rule; (2) The employee may only perform the functions for a principal campaign committee, exploratory committee, or transition committee; (3) Any designation pursuant to this subsection shall be made in writing by the member of the Council to the Secretary to the Council; and (4) Any designated employee shall file a report, in a form as prescribed by the Ethics Board, with the Ethics Board within 15 days after being designated. (d) DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this Rule, the term: (1) “Employee” shall not include members of the Council. (2) “Political activity” means an activity that is regulated by the District directed toward the success or failure of a political party, candidate for partisan political office, partisan political group initiative, referendum, or recall. For the purposes of subsection (b) of this Rule, political activity is not limited to activities regulated by the District. (e) CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this rule should be construed as prohibiting a Council employee from taking an active part in political management or in political campaigns unless the employee’s activity violates subsection (a) or subsection (b) of this Rule. X. OFFICIAL MAIL RULES (a) DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this rule, the term: (1) “Electronic newsletter” means more than 500 substantially identical newsletters or similar types of materials, transmitted through the internet at public expense, during any 30-day period related to a Councilmember’s activities, including such matters as the impact of laws and decisions on the government and its citizens, reports on public and official action taken by a Councilmember, and discussions of proposed or pending legislation or governmental action. (2) “Mass mailing” means more than 100 substantially identical newsletters or similar types of material, transmitted through the mails, during any 30-day period, but shall not include a response to a communication initiated by a constituent. (3) “Newsletter” means the usual and customary correspondence that deals with such matters as the impact of laws and decisions on the government and its citizens, reports on public and official action taken by a Councilmember, and discussions of proposed or pending legislation or governmental action. The term “newsletter” includes a news release. (4) “Official mail” means correspondence, including newsletters or similar types of materials, suitable to be mailed at public expense that pertains directly or indirectly to the legislative process or to a Council legislative function, including any matter related to a past or current Council, the performance of official duties by a Councilmember in connection with a Council function, or other related matters of public concern or public service. (b) PERMITTED CATEGORIES OF OFFICIAL MAIL. Except as otherwise provided in this Rule, an employee may not mail, as official mail, any matter, article, material, or document for any reason other than the following: (1) A request for a matter, article, material, or document that has been previously received by the Council; (2) The mailing of the document is required by law; (3) The material or matter requests information pertinent to the conduct of the official business of the Council; (4) The material contains information relating to the activities of the Council or to the availability of Council publications or other documents; (5) The enclosures are forms, blanks, cards, or other documents necessary or beneficial to the administration of the Council; (6) The materials are copies of federal, state, or local laws, rules, regulations, orders, instructions, or interpretations thereof; or (7) The materials are being mailed to federal, state, or other public authorities. (c) OFFICIALLY MARKED ENVELOPES. An envelope or other material that is used to enclose official mail shall bear on its face the name and address of the Council and the words “official business.” Envelopes and other materials shall not be used to enclose materials, documents, or other articles except those enumerated in subsections (b) and (e) of this Rule or other materials not prohibited by subsection (d) of this Rule. (d) PROHIBITED USES OF OFFICIAL MAIL BY ELECTED OFFICIALS. (1) A Councilmember may not mail, as official mail, a mass mailing within the 90-day period that immediately precedes a primary, special, or general election in which the Councilmember is a candidate for office. (2) A Councilmember may mail, as official mail, newsletters; provided, that these materials do not contain any of the following: (A) Autobiographical articles; (B) Political cartoons; (C) Reference to past or future campaigns; (D) Announcements of filings for reelection; (E) Announcements of campaign schedules; (F) Announcements of political or partisan meetings; (G) Reports on family life; (H) Personal references that are included for publicity, advertising, or political purposes; (I) Pictures of the official members with any partisan label such as "Democrat," "Republican," "Statehood Party," or any other label that purports to advertise the member rather than to illustrate the accompanying text; (J) Articles about community events that are unrelated to official government business; or (K) Reports on non-official activities of the Councilmember that have the effect of lending the franking privilege to others, no matter how worthwhile or charitable the endeavors of those to whom the franking privilege would be loaned. (3) A Councilmember may not use official mail to solicit directly or indirectly funds for any purpose. (4) A Councilmember may not use official mail for transmission of matter that is purely personal to the sender and is unrelated to the official duties, activities, and business of the member. (5) A Councilmember may not mail, as official mail, cards or other materials that express holiday greetings from the Councilmember or the Councilmember’s family. (e) AUTHORIZED USES OF OFFICIAL MAIL. The provisions of subsection (d) of this Rule do not prohibit a Councilmember or the Councilmember’s staff from mailing, as official mail, any of the following: (1) The whole or part of a record, speech, debate, or report of the Council or a committee of the Council; (2) The tabulation of a Councilmember’s vote or explanation of the vote; (3) An expression of condolences to a person who has suffered a loss or congratulations to a person who has achieved some personal or public distinction; provided, that mass mailings of a congratulatory nature that are substantially the same except for individualized addresses are not authorized; (4) Information concerning the Councilmember’s schedule of meeting constituents; (5) Information concerning the meeting schedule and agenda for committees and subcommittees upon which the Councilmember serves; (6) Information concerning financial disclosure information, whether or not required by law; (7) Matter that consists of federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or publications paid for by public funds; (8) Questionnaires that relate to matters on public policy or administration; or (9) Matter that contains a picture of the member or biographical or autobiographical data whenever the matter is mailed in response to a specific request. (f) USE OF ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTERS. (1) A Councilmember or Council employee shall not transmit an electronic newsletter within the 90-day period immediately before a primary, special, or general election in which the Councilmember is a candidate for office, unless the electronic newsletter conforms with the following requirements: (A) The recipients have individually subscribed to receive the electronic newsletter; (B) The electronic newsletter contains a clear and conspicuous notice of the method by which a recipient can request not to receive future electronic newsletters; and (C) The proposed newsletter has been submitted for review by the General Counsel or the Office of Campaign Finance. (2) An electronic newsletter shall comply with the requirements of subsection (d)(2) of this Rule. (3) An electronic newsletter shall not be transmitted at public expense unless, when viewed as a whole, it: (A) Is informational rather than self-promotional; and (B) Is directly related to a Councilmember’s official legislative or representative duties. (g) PHOTOGRAPHS AND SKETCHES CONTAINED IN NEWSLETTERS. Each photograph or sketch contained in a newsletter or report on constituent service activities shall relate to the official legislative duties of the Councilmember and shall not, because of excessive use and size, have the effect of advertising or publicizing the Councilmember. In addition, to be mailed at public expense as official mail, a newsletter or report on constituent service activities may not contain any of the following: (1) More than one photograph or likeness of the Councilmember appearing alone; (2) A photographic likeness of the Councilmember appearing alone that covers more than 6% of a single page or that exceeds 6 square inches on 8 ½? x 11? paper; (3) More than 2 photographs per page that include the Councilmember with other persons; (4) Two photographs on a single page that include the Councilmember and exceed 20% of the page; (5) A photograph of a Councilmember with a label such as “Democrat,” “Republican,” “Statehood Party,” or any other label that purports to advertise the Councilmember rather than to illustrate the accompanying text; or (6) A photograph that does not relate to, illustrate, or explain the accompanying text. (h) SIZE AND PRINT TYPES FOR NAMES. (1) A Councilmember’s name in the masthead of a newsletter shall not appear in print type larger than ½? in height. (2) A Councilmember’s name in the text of a newsletter shall not appear in type style or size larger than the other matter, nor in print size larger than 1/4? in height. (i) USE OF OFFICIAL MAIL BY OFFICIALS-ELECT. In addition to Councilmembers, the Chairman elect and members elect of the Council may mail materials as official mail. (j) GENERAL COUNSEL REVIEW. The General Counsel shall be available to Councilmembers and their staff to review materials intended to be mailed as official mail to ensure that the materials comply with the laws and rules governing official mail. Upon written request of a Councilmember, the General Counsel shall provide a written opinion concerning whether the materials, submitted by the Councilmember and intended to be mailed as official mail, comply with the laws and rules governing official mail. XI. DEFINITIONS, FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES, AND ETHICS COUNSELING (a) DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of the Code of Official Conduct, the term: (1) “Employee” shall include all Council staff and Councilmembers, unless specifically stated otherwise. (2) “General Counsel” means the General Counsel to the Council of the District of Columbia, or a designated employee within the Office of the General Counsel to the Council of the District of Columbia. (b) FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE. An employee who is covered under section 224 or 225 of the Board of Ethics and Government Accountability Establishment and Comprehensive Ethics Reform Amendment Act of 2011, effective April 27, 2012 (D.C. Law 19-124; D.C. Official Code § 1-1162.24 or § 1-1162.25) (“Government Ethics Act”), shall file the required disclosures in accordance with the Government Ethics Act. (c) ETHICS COUNSELING AND SAFE HARBOR. (1) The General Counsel shall provide at the request of an employee confidential advice about compliance with the Code of Official Conduct and any other applicable laws and regulations. (2)(A) An employee who, after providing full disclosure of all relevant facts, obtains advice from the General Counsel and acts in accordance with that advice, even if that action is later found to constitute a violation of this Code of Official Conduct, shall not, subject to subparagraph (B) of this paragraph, be found to have violated the provisions of the Code of Official Conduct. (B) If the employee knows or has reason to know that the General Counsel’s advice was based upon fraudulent, misleading, or otherwise incorrect information provided by the employee, subparagraph (A) of this paragraph shall not apply. (C) An employee is responsible for providing and maintaining appropriate documentation of the underlying facts. XII. DECORUM OF COUNCILMEMBERS (a) GENERALLY. During any meeting of the Council that is open to the public, as defined by section 405 of the Open Meetings Act, effective March 31, 2011 (D.C. Law 18-350; D.C. Official Code § 2-575), a Councilmember shall treat other Councilmembers with dignity and respect and refrain from using profane, indecent, or abusive language directed at another Councilmember or the Council as an institution. (b) REMOVAL OF COUNCILMEMBERS. (1) The Chairman shall maintain order during any meeting of the Council. The Chairman may order the removal of a Councilmember from a meeting if: (A) The Chairman determines that: (i) The Councilmember has violated subsection (a) of this Rule; and (ii) Removal of the Councilmember is necessary to maintain order; and (B) The Chairman has warned the Councilmember to come to order. (2) This subsection shall not be construed to apply to any regular, additional, or special meeting of the Council or Committee of the Whole held pursuant to Rules 231, 301, 302, or 303 of the Rules of Organization and Procedure for the Council of the District of Columbia. (3) This subsection shall not be construed to otherwise limit the ability of the Council to enforce this Rule. (c) CONSTRUCTION. (1) The conduct prohibited by subsection (a) of this Rule shall not be considered a violation of the Code of Official Conduct for purposes of discipline if a Councilmember promptly comes to order upon warning by the Chairman. (2) This Rule shall not be construed to prohibit the exercise of a Councilmember’s First Amendment rights. COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA THE WILSON BUILDING Office Of The Secretary (202) 724-8080 (Voice) (202) 347-3070 (Fax) SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY Policy Statement It is the policy of the Council of the District of Columbia (“Council”) to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment. Sexual harassment of any employee has a debilitating impact on employee morale and productivity and violates the law. This policy also prohibits retaliation against employees who report sexual harassment or participate in a sexual harassment complaint. If the Council receives an allegation of sexual harassment, or has reason to believe sexual harassment is occurring, it will take necessary steps to ensure that any harassing conduct immediately ceases and that the matter is promptly addressed. The Council is committed to taking remedial action when it learns of possible sexual harassment, even if the purported target of the harassment does not wish to file a complaint. This policy serves as the Council’s official policy and supersedes any other existing policy. Personnel authorities within the Council may individually adopt a sexual harassment policy, but to the extent there is a conflict with other policies, this policy shall prevail. I. SCOPE This policy governs the conduct of the Council's employees, Councilmembers, and third parties doing business with or carrying out the goals and objectives of the Council, e.g., vendors, employees of D.C. agencies, and other persons visiting or working at the Council's worksite. All Council employees and Councilmembers are required to comply with this policy. Employees and Councilmembers are also expected to behave professionally and to exercise good judgment in work-related relationships, whether with fellow employees, business colleagues, or members of the public with whom they come into contact in the course of official duties. Further, all employees and Councilmembers are expected to take appropriate measures to prevent sexual harassment. Additionally, all employees and Councilmembers are encouraged to report incidents of perceived sexual harassment so that any target of alleged sexual harassment may gain access to available support. All Council employees and Councilmembers must take steps to stop unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature before it becomes severe or pervasive and rises to a violation of law. -1- II. DEFINITIONS. Complainant A Council employee who files a complaint under this policy. A complainant may be the target of sexual harassment or a witness to sexual harassment. Officer For the purposes of this policy, the term “Officer” means the Secretary, Budget Director, General Counsel, and Chief Technology Officer of the Council. Sexual Harassment (a) Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment. Quid pro quo sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when any one of the following criteria is present: (1) Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's employment; or (2) Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as a basis for employment decisions affecting the individual. (b) Hostile Work Environment Sexual Harassment. (1) Sexual harassment creates a hostile work environment when the conduct is unwelcome in nature and has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. (2) The following, although not an exhaustive list, are examples of conduct that may create a hostile work environment in violation of this policy, including during work- related travel, events, and social gatherings: (A) Sex acts; (B) Display of sexual organs; (C) Giving a preference to a third party who is engaged in a sexual or romantic relationship, to the disadvantage of an employee who is not engaged in a sexual relationship with a supervisor, hiring official, or person exercising authority over the disadvantaged party (described legally as a “paramour preference”); (D) Using sexually oriented or sexually degrading language describing an individual or his/her body, clothing, hair, accessories or sexual experiences; (E) Sexually offensive comments or off-color language, jokes, or innuendo that a reasonable person would consider to be of a sexual nature, or belittling or demeaning to an individual or a group's sexual orientation or gender identity; (F) “Sexting” or seeking or sending pictures of intimate body parts, or taking or displaying pictures of body parts meant to be covered up (such as “upskirting” -2- pictures), including by sending messages of a suggestive nature on self- destructing messaging apps where evidence of the written word or images is difficult to document; (G) The display or dissemination of sexually suggestive objects, books, magazines, photographs, music, cartoons, or computer internet sites or references; (H) Unnecessary and inappropriate touching or physical contact, such as brushing against a colleague's body, touching or brushing a colleague's hair or clothing, massaging, groping, patting, pinching, or hugging, that a reasonable person would consider to be of a sexual nature; (I) Lascivious leering or sexually suggestive gestures or sounds, i.e. whistling or kissing noises; (J) Sexual comments, conduct, displays, and suggestions in the workplace between two willing parties that would cause a reasonable third party to be offended; (K) Making inquiries about someone’s private sex life or describing one’s own sex life; (L) Any unwanted repeated contact, including but not limited to in-person or telephonic, for romantic or sexual purposes; (M) Sexual assault, stalking, trapping someone such that they are not free to leave and a sexual encounter is expected or threatened, threats of bodily harm relating to sex or the refusal to have sex, or crimes related to egregious acts of sexual harassment. (c) Anyone, regardless of sex, gender, or sexual orientation may be the target or perpetrator of sexual harassment. (d) Sexual harassment is not limited to inappropriate exercise of authority by persons in power over an employee. It can occur by an employee toward a co-worker, by an employee toward a supervisor, or by a non-employee toward an employee. Sexual Harassment Officer A Sexual Harassment Officer (“SHO”) is one of two individuals designated by the Secretary of the Council and specially trained to receive complaints of sexual harassment and to conciliate complaints of sexual harassment under this policy. Sexual Consent Sexual consent is positive, unambiguous, and voluntary agreement to engage in specific activity throughout an encounter involving sexual activity. Consent should not be inferred from the absence of a “no”. Consent to some activity does not constitute consent to others, nor does past consent to a given activity constitute present or future consent. Consent can be revoked at any time and cannot be obtained by threat, coercion, or force. -3- III. CONSENSUAL RELATIONSHIPS (a) Sexual/intimate relationships between employees and supervisors in the employee's chain of command are strongly discouraged. The existence of a sexual/intimate relationship between an employee and a supervisor will be a factor in any proceeding in which the relationship is alleged to have contributed to a hostile work environment and/or adversely affected the terms and conditions of employment. (b) Employees who engage in a limited consensual relationship with a supervisor or colleague, such as going out to dinner or on dates, remain free to refuse further sexual overtures and have the right to demand that sexual or sexually harassing conduct going beyond that which was consented to must stop. Alternatively, they also may seek the assistance of a supervisor or manager or the Council’s SHOs to demand that sexually harassing conduct cease. (c) Conduct that was once welcome or consensual may become unwelcome. Once the conduct is no longer welcome, conduct of a sexually harassing nature must cease. IV. REPORTING AND REMEDYING SEXUAL HARASSMENT This policy provides several avenues an employee may pursue in response to witnessing or experiencing sexual harassment. All complaints of sexual harassment will be treated with the same rigor and gravity, regardless of the complaint avenue the complainant elects. All complaints of sexual harassment by a Councilmember will generate an investigation by outside counsel. Any employee who believes he or she has been the target of sexual harassment can inform the offending person orally or in writing that such conduct is unwelcome and offensive and ask the offending person to stop the offensive conduct. If the employee does not wish to communicate directly with the offending person, or if such communication has been ineffective, the employee should report the sexual harassment. (a) Reporting Harassment by a Council Employee. Sexual harassment by a Council employee, if reported, shall be reported through the channels described below. Complaints to supervisors will not automatically initiate an investigation by outside counsel,
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• Introduced: 01/02/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 25th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/03/2023
• Last Action: Retained by the Council
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MN bill #HF388 • Last Action 01/17/2023
Interagency group meetings required to be open to the public.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to require interagency groups of state employees that make recommendations regarding permitting decisions of a public body to hold open meetings that are accessible to the public. The bill specifies that the votes of the members of these interagency groups must be recorded in a journal or minutes, similar to the requirements for other public bodies. The changes made by this bill are effective the day following final enactment.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to data practices; requiring interagency group meetings to be open to the public; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13D.01, subdivisions 1, 4; 13D.015, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 11/05/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : John Burkel (R)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/13/2023
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
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KS bill #HR6003 • Last Action 01/13/2023
Providing temporary rules of the House of Representatives for the 2023 session until permanent rules are adopted.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A RESOLUTION relating to the rules of the House of Representatives for the 2023 session; providing temporary rules until permanent rules are adopted.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Dan Hawkins (R)*, Chris Croft (R), Vic Miller (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/13/2023
• Last Action: House Enrolled on Friday, January 13, 2023
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IL bill #HB1106 • Last Action 01/12/2023
MENTAL HLTH BD-OPEN MEETINGS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Community Mental Health Act to provide that every community mental health board is subject to the Open Meetings Act. The Open Meetings Act requires public bodies, such as community mental health boards, to hold meetings that are open to the public, with limited exceptions. This change will ensure that the community mental health board's decision-making process is transparent and accessible to the public.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Community Mental Health Act. Provides that every community mental health board is subject to the Open Meetings Act.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 103rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/11/2023
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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MN bill #SF262 • Last Action 01/12/2023
Interagency group meeting requirement to be open to the public
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to require that meetings of interagency groups of state employees making recommendations regarding permitting decisions of a public body be open to the public. It also specifies that the votes of members of such interagency groups must be recorded in a journal or minutes, similar to the requirements for other public bodies. The bill's effective date is the day following final enactment.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to data practices; requiring interagency group meetings to be open to the public; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13D.01, subdivisions 1, 4; 13D.015, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Green (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/11/2023
• Last Action: Referred to State and Local Government and Veterans
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MI bill #SR0002 • Last Action 01/11/2023
A resolution prescribing the Standing Rules of the Senate.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A resolution prescribing the Standing Rules of the Senate.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 102nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sam Singh (D)*
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/11/2023
• Last Action: Adopted
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VT bill #HR0004 • Last Action 01/04/2023
House resolution relating to standing committees
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: resolution relating to standing committees Offered by: Representatives Long of Newfane, McCoy of Poultney, and Mulvaney-Stanak of Burlington
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• Introduced: 01/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Emily Long (D)*, Pattie McCoy (R), Emma Mulvaney-Stanak (D)
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/04/2023
• Last Action: Read and adopted
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MN bill #SR6 • Last Action 01/04/2023
A Senate resolution relating to rules; adopting temporary rules for the 93rd session of the Legislature
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A Senate resolution relating to rules; adopting temporary rules for the 93rd session of the Legislature.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 93rd Legislature 2023-2024
• Sponsors: 1 : Kari Dziedzic (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/04/2023
• Last Action: Adopted
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PA bill #SR3 • Last Action 01/03/2023
Adopting the Rules of the Senate for the 207th and 208th Regular Session.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: Adopting the Rules of the Senate for the 207th and 208th Regular Session.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Joe Pittman (R)*, Jay Costa (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 01/03/2023
• Last Action: Introduced and adopted (43-5)
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PA bill #SR7 • Last Action 01/03/2023
Adopting the Rules of the Senate for the 207th and 208th Regular Session.
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: Adopting the Rules of the Senate for the 207th and 208th Regular Session.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023-2024 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Katie Muth (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/03/2023
• Last Action: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS (27-21)
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OK bill #HB1379 • Last Action 01/01/1900
Public finance; Local Development Act; procedures; voter approval; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Local Development Act in Oklahoma to modify the procedures for approving certain districts, plans, or projects. The key provisions are: 1) Requiring the approval of a district, plan, or project to be submitted to a vote of the eligible voters in the applicable jurisdiction (county, city, or town) and approved by a majority vote, rather than just a vote of the governing body. 2) Removing the provision that allowed a two-thirds majority vote of the governing body to approve a plan or project that was not in accordance with the recommendations of the review committee. 3) Removing the confidentiality provisions related to certain proprietary information submitted to the review committee. The bill also provides an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public finance; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 855, which relates to the Local Development Act; modifying procedures for approval of certain district, plan or project; requiring submission of question to voters of applicable jurisdiction; requiring approval of district, plan or project by majority vote; modifying provisions related to supermajority approval by governing board; modifying provisions related to confidential information; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tom Gann (R)*, Nathan Dahm (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/17/2023
• Last Action:
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OK bill #HB2675 • Last Action 01/01/1900
Schools; creating a task force to study and make recommendations to modernize state graduation requirements; effective date; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a task force to study and make recommendations to modernize the state's high school graduation requirements. The task force will have 14 members, including representatives from higher education, K-12 education, and the legislature. The task force is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations by November 1, 2024. The bill also provides that the task force will be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and that members will not receive compensation or travel reimbursement. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2023, and declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to schools; creating a task force to study and make recommendations to modernize state graduation requirements; providing expiration date; providing for membership; requiring appointments by certain date; requiring organizational meeting by certain date; providing for selection of chair and vice-chair; specifying quorum; providing for frequency of meetings; subjecting meetings to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; prohibiting compensation or travel reimbursement for members; providing for staff support; requiring submission of certain report by certain date; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Rhonda Baker (R)*, Brenda Stanley (R)*, Tammy West (R), Ajay Pittman (D), Josh Cantrell (R), Clay Staires (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/05/2023
• Last Action:
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OK bill #HB2108 • Last Action 01/01/1900
Public meetings; amending Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; public health emergency; virtual meetings; private electronic communications; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to allow public bodies to hold meetings utilizing electronic means, such as videoconference or teleconference, under certain circumstances. The bill defines key terms like "public body," "meeting," and "electronic means," and outlines specific requirements for conducting meetings using electronic means, such as maintaining a quorum, making materials available to the public, and recording votes. The bill also allows public bodies to hold emergency meetings using electronic means without a quorum present at the physical location. Additionally, the bill prohibits private electronic communications between members of the public body during a public meeting and provides immunity from liability for public bodies making a good faith effort to comply with the new provisions. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.
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Bill Summary: public meetings - Oklahoma Open Meeting Act - public health emergency - meetings and executive sessions utilizing digital means - private electronic communications - codification - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/19/2023
• Added: 10/29/2024
• Session: 2023 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Daniel Pae (R)*, Brent Howard (R)*, Andy Fugate (D), Suzanne Schreiber (D), Ellyn Hefner (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/05/2023
• Last Action:
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